Expectations for Mentors
The key role of the mentor is to provide guidance for the mentee's professional development and career advice. In addition, the role of the mentor is to aid the mentee to explore the available research opportunities. This program facilitates a 1x mentoring experience, any additional mentorship is at the discretion of the mentor.
- Assist in developing the mentee's short- and long- term goals and set a clear timeline for achieving these goals. Examples of goals may be abstract or grant submissions.
- Offer advice in practice, research, or academia, or specialty area; and provide constructive feedback.
- Establish a strategy for the mentee's career development.
- Arrange a time to meet with the mentee during the conference.
Expectations for Mentees
- It is the responsibility of the mentee to contact the mentor prior to the international conference to make an appointment to meet during the conference or virtually.
- Mentee should identify developmental needs and set development goals prior to the meeting.
- Prior to meeting with your mentor, write down three things that you would like to achieve through mentoring.
- You should also write down three things that you would like your mentor to offer as a part of the relationship.
- Prepare a short bio, resume or CV to share with your mentor when you first meet.
Note: This program facilitates a 1x mentoring experience, any additional mentorship is at the discretion of the mentor.
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