Potential Discussion Topics
The following list of topics can serve as a reference for potential conversation ideas during monthly mentorship meetings. It can be used when there are no other specific or relevant topics to discuss. Other than filling out the Mentor/Mentee Agreement in the second monthly meeting, none of the topics are obligatory; rather, the list is intended to provide ideas that could be explored by mentors and mentees.
Month 1: Getting Started
- Mentors and mentees will be introduced to their matches
- MHOA will host an online orientation to review the program guide and answer any questions
Month 2: Expectation Setting
- Mentors and mentees will go over the program expectations and goals by completing the Mentor/Mentee Mentorship Agreement (required)
- Mentees will create a list of their professional goals for the program and discuss them with their mentor (optional: use the Goal Setting Framework Worksheet as a guide)
- Mentors will provide feedback on the mentee goals and determine what is feasible for the program timeline
Month 3: Checkpoint #1
- Mentors and mentees will complete a checkpoint survey to evaluate progress and discuss the results
Month 4: Skill Building
- Mentors and mentees identify areas of strength and areas for improvement in the mentee’s professional skill set
- Mentors will provide resources and guidance on skill development
Month 5: Networking
- Mentors and mentees identify opportunities for the mentee to expand their professional network
- Mentees participate in networking opportunities and build relationships with other professionals in their field
Month 6: Checkpoint #2
- Mentors and mentees will complete a second checkpoint survey to evaluate progress and discuss the results
Month 7: Progress Update
- Mentors and mentees review the goals set at the beginning of the program
- Mentees reflect on their progress and identify any areas for improvement
Month 8: Future Career Planning
- Mentors and mentees discuss any shifts in goals since the beginning of the program
- Mentors help mentees prepare for their next steps in career development by building longer-term plan
Month 9: Program Evaluation
- Mentee and mentor complete a final checkpoint survey to evaluate progress and discuss the results
- Mentors and mentees decide if they want to continue this mentoring relationship beyond the conclusion of the program
Table of Contents
What is Mentorship?
Benefits to Mentors & Mentees
About the Public Health Mentoring Program
Program Goals
Stages of Formal Mentoring Relationships
Application and Matching Process
Setting Expectations
Goal Setting
Program Checkpoints
Schedule Overview
