About the network
This is an initial mentor network where, if you join, you might be contacted to participate in a mentorship. This occurs outside of the specific platform and is solely based on relationships, with the Relamento team acting as an intermediary to facilitate your process before, during, and after. This online platform, which would come later, is the vision for Relamento.
The purpose of mentorships is primarily to develop competence in the mentee within a specified field of knowledge, which could be career development among any other skill you could seek to acquire.
Mentorship is free for both parties, and mentors typically do not charge for their services. The mentee is responsible for setting and coordinating meetings with the mentor.
2017
Matching
The facilitator finds profiles that match, speaks with both parties, and presents them to each other – both parties must accept the mentorship before being connected.
Once connected, the mentee initiates contact and schedules the first meeting with the mentor.
2018
Mentorship Journey
Mentorship typically begins with a longer initial meeting where parameters, specific goals, and expectations for the process are established. This initial meeting usually lasts longer, ideally one and a half to two hours. Subsequent meetings are expected to be around one hour each.
The mentorship typically spans about 3-6 meetings in total, with 2-4 physical and 1-2 optional online meetings. The duration of the meetings, spread over approximately 3 months, allows for achieving specific goals and setting more. The mentee should be able to contact the mentor between meetings with minor questions. There is an option for exclusive online communication via video chat.
2019
Evaluation and iteration
The facilitator seeks feedback from both parties and assists in communication if needed. Both qualitative and quantitative feedback will be gathered to improve the facilitation process. The mentorship can continue if it makes sense for both parties.
2020
Expectations of Mentor/Mentee
Expectations vary for each mentorship and depend on the mentor and mentee. Some specific expectations should be aligned in the first meeting, potentially through a simple written agreement.
Sign up for Relamento's existing mentor network to initiate a mentorship
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