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Black@INBOUND Spring Mentorship Program

April - June 2024
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How It Works

The Black@INBOUND Mentorship program will run from April to June 2024. Fill out the form to receive a link and register for the program! 

Successful matches will be emailed by March 31st with confirmation of their pairing in the program. 

Throughout the Mentorship program, mentees will receive personalized support tailored to their career interests, goals, and aspirations. While mentors will offer expertise, share industry insights, provide career advice, and help mentees navigate challenges they may encounter along their career journey.

*Please note not all who register may be matched.  

Requirements

Mentors and mentees will meet every 3 weeks from April to June ( a total of 5 meetings) with the option of meeting more frequently. All program participants will have access to dedicated Accountability Groups in the Black@INBOUND platform to share, connect, and receive resources. Additionally, mentees can join monthly peer group check-ins to stay accountable and network with one another.

This program is 3 months with the option for mentors and mentees to continue meeting if they choose. 

Mentee Time Requirements
  • Mentees will spend 3 -  5 hours each month during the duration of the program.
    • 2+ Hour(s) - 1:1 Monthly Mentorship Session(s)

This program suggests meeting once a month, but we strongly recommend that you consider meeting every other week for the first half of the program to be more intentional about developing your mentorship relationship.

  • 1 Hour - Optional Monthly Mentee Peer Group Session
  • 5 Mins - Monthly Feedback Survey
  • 30+ Mins - Participation in Mentee Accountability Group, Preparing for 1:1 Sessions, etc.

As a Mentee in this program, you will be responsible for:

  • Meeting with your Mentor every 3 weeks (at least 5 times) for the duration of the program while maintaining frequent, asynchronous communication throughout.
  • Proactively communicating with your Mentor to review your progress towards specific goals, ask questions where needed, and provide direct, honest feedback to your Mentor.
  • Holding yourself accountable to the goals that you’ve identified with your Mentor.
  • Reviewing and using the Mentee resources on the Together platform.
  • Approaching your Mentor’s guidance on career and workplace navigation with an open mind and asking for further clarification where needed.
  • Actively participating in Mentorship programming including Mentee peer groups, and Platform discussions.
  • Completing Feedback surveys and forms in a timely manner.
  • Reaching out to the Black@INBOUND Team with any feedback, concerns, or issues during the duration of the program.

This program is 3 months with the option for mentors and mentees to continue meeting if they choose. 

Mentor Time Requirements

  • Mentors will spend 3 - 5 hours each month during the duration of the program.
    • 2+ Hour(s) - 1:1 Monthly Mentorship Session(s)

This program suggests meeting once a month, but we strongly recommend that you consider meeting every other week for the first half of the program to be more intentional about developing your mentorship relationship.

  • 30 minutes - Mentor Platform Discussions 
  • 5 Mins - Monthly Feedback Survey
  • 30+ Mins - Preparing for 1:1 Sessions, etc.

As a B@I Mentor, you will be responsible for:

  • Meeting with your Mentee every 3 weeks (at least 5 times) for the duration of the program while maintaining frequent, asynchronous communication throughout
  • Proactively communicating with your Mentee to review progress, help them work towards specific goals, and hold them accountable.
  • Reviewing and using the Mentor resources on the Together Platform.
  • Connecting your Mentee with resources (such as programs or people) that you have access to within your network.
  • Using personal experiences to provide practical, detailed guidance on career and workplace navigation.
  • Listening with empathy, and encouraging your Mentee with both positive and constructive feedback.
  • Actively participating in Mentorship programming including - Mentor Platform discussions.
  • Completing Feedback surveys and forms in a timely manner.
  • Reaching out to the Black@INBOUND Team with any feedback, concerns, or issues during the duration of the program.

Who Should Apply

  • Who can be a mentor?

    Someone who is . . .
    • a Black@INBOUND Community member
    • has a minimum of 7+ years of experience in your industry.
    • works in marketing, sales, technology or owns your business.
    • able to provide career feedback and guidance on specific goals
    • able to commit 3+ hours per month to fully engage in the mentorship program

  • Who can be a mentee?

    Someone who is...
    • a Black@INBOUND Community member
    • works in marketing, sales, technology or owns your own business.
    • has career goals they are willing to work towards
    • able to be proactive and a self-starter to work towards goals
    • able to commit 3+ hours per month to fully engage in the mentorship program

    Why Should You Join?

    Mentorship is for everyone! Whether you're a mentee seeking advice on reaching the C-Suite or a mentor wanting to deepen your leadership skills.

    Mentorship is more than a feel-good benefit, it has real results. Studies show that mentorship programs help mentees accelerate their career trajectory through increased compensation and higher rates of promotion.  Mentors also benefit from enhancing their leadership and communications skills, while supporting their mentees' growth. 

    Our Mentorship program will help mentees address concrete goals and work towards tangible outcomes. Mentors and Mentees will have access to a community of industry experts and a supportive environment to accelerate their professional development. Additionally,  all participants will receive a certificate on completion of the program in June. 

    Have questions? Email us at Blackatinbound@hubspot.com