Initial Organizing Meeting for FLiP’s Mentoring Program
Dr. Nancy shares the preliminary information here. This is a work in progress that we hope may assist others in setting up their own programs.
Springfield’s Female leaders in Philanthropy, a group that Dr. Nancy chairs, has started a mentoring program for women who have been referred to the Suit Yourself boutique and are familiar with FLiP.
Two training sessions were held in June for women who want to be mentors with the first mentoring session held one week later at the boutique. The mentorees are women who have shopped at the boutique. These sessions are designed to help build esteem and self-confidence.
Plans include more one-on-one and working with the Missouri Career Center, OTC and Penmac to help with other entry job skills including interviewing
FLIP COMMITTEE ON MENTORSHIP-MENTORS/MENTORING
January 25, 2011
Mission Statement
The Mentorship Program is a developmental, evolving process to facilitate a woman’s preparation to move into/progress through the workplace.
Location: Suit Yourself Boutique
Title of Program: Workplace Readiness: Preparation
I. Women who are prospects for Suit Yourself Boutique will be our target market for the Mentorship Program.
II. The Mentorship Program will have three components: Readiness 101, Action 102, and Accomplishments 103
III. Component timeline/length: 1 session per week (need to pick night), make-up sessions on last Saturday of month
IV. Co-chairs will Staff and Implement each component
Confirm: Target market, curriculum of components/co-chairs, timeline/length, and start/target date to roll out program.
The program will be interactive-using role-playing, modeling behavior, and mock interviews.
Readiness 101: This session will focus on preparation or workplace readiness, work culture, office environments, filling out job applications, and appropriate behavior in business setting. Appearance (first impressions) and self awareness (walking, sitting, eye contact) and meeting and greeting will be a focus to develop an appropriate skill set for the mentee.
Action 102: By addressing all aspect of interview skills, the mentee will be able to present themselves to their best ability in a wide range of business environments. Emphasis on “no stinking thinking!” This session will address self-defeating thinking or what is also called “crystal ball” thinking with role playing and storytelling.
Accomplishments 103: Final session is geared toward an individual who has job, but wants improvement, wants to apply for other position, wants more responsibility with current job, etc. Preparation for upward mobility will emphasize performance review and obtaining accurate, honest feedback from current employer. Possible areas: time management, obtaining a different position, other types of training needed for advancement, etc.
One hour class (to cover aspects of all components) will be offered to address large groups, ie. hairstyle graduates, massage therapy graduates, etc.
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This program will insure the participants have a variety of mentors/role models. As each participant graduates to the next level, they will have a new mentor; this approach will keep any dependency issues to a minimum
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Mentor training-guidelines and boundaries will be established before classes begin. In training sessions for mentors, the process and levels of expectation (for mentors and mentees) will be established. Participation and involvement are keys to success, and by awarding a tangible certificate as the mentee moves through the program, reinforcement is established.
The program will initially have 5 participants…additional numbers will be determined as the programs grows and implementation is considered to be efficient and effective.
- Each Mentee will have a follow-up check, once a month, for three months or longer based upon progress and needs of mentee.
- Packets, with additional pamphlets and information, will be provided.
Additional action items:
1—Need curriculum developed in each class
2—Need co-chair for each component—who will be responsible for class.
3—Need tentative date for START!
Sample Application: FLIP MENTORING APPLICATION
This information is for mentoring purposes only. It will not be shared to protect your privacy.
Name: Contact information:
You have been referred by: Education:
Currently employed: Yes/no If yes, where:
Previous job: Children:
I am good at ______________________________________
I am most excited when I ____________________________
My interests are ___________________________________
My dream job would be______________________________
You need the most help with getting a job, polishing my skill set, or moving upward with a new job—circle one.