Program Tools and Resources for Mentors

Supporting the first driver of Tufts Beyond 175

The resources below are designed to help mentors build meaningful partnerships, guide development conversations, and maximize the mentoring experience throughout the program.

Mentoring Program Agreement

Mentors and Mentees complete this agreement in your initial meeting to establish shared expectations, meeting cadence, communication preferences, and commitments for the mentoring relationship. The agreement should also be shared with the mentee’s manager.

Initial Meeting Guide

This guide helps mentors and mentees prepare for their first meeting by outlining key discussion topics, expectations, goal-setting conversations, and questions to help establish a strong foundation for the mentoring relationship.

Tips for Creating a Powerful Partnership with Your Mentee

Practical guidance for building trust, maintaining confidentiality, preparing for meetings, and creating a successful mentoring experience.

Powerful Questions for Mentors

A collection of reflective, open-ended questions to support meaningful conversations, goal setting, self-awareness, and development discussions.

Additional Resources

Udemy:

• Becoming a Mentor - Helping Others Grow and Succeed (34 minutes)
• Be a Great Mentor: A Practical Guide to Mentorship (1 hour)
• Mentor for Impact - Start Mentoring (1.5 hours)

Book: The Mentoring Manual by Julie Starr

Questions or Concerns

For additional support or questions about the program, contact your Human Resources Business Partner.