Mentor Guide
Welcome to Mentorship
As a mentor, you have the opportunity to shape the future of Malawian Muslim professionals by sharing your knowledge and experience.
Mentorship Fundamentals
Effective Mentoring Strategies
- Listen actively
- Provide constructive feedback
- Share personal experiences
- Offer guidance, not direct solutions
Communication Approaches
- Be approachable and supportive
- Maintain professional boundaries
- Adapt to mentee's learning style
- Encourage independent thinking
Structuring Mentorship
Initial Onboarding
- First Meeting Agenda:
- • Get to know each other
- • Understand mentee's goals
- • Establish communication expectations
- • Create initial development plan
Recommended Meeting Frequency:
1-2 times per month, typically 45-60 minutes per session
Goal Setting and Tracking
Helping Mentees Create SMART Goals
- Specific
- Measurable
- Achievable
- Relevant
- Time-bound