17 Mentoring activities

17 mentoring activities categorized by ice breakers, things to do 1-on-1 with a mentor, peers, or a large group. We also have virtual activities and quick tips on how to be a great mentor.

What will you learn?

When you're beginning a mentoring relationship, it's helpful to have some structure. Activities that help break the ice or provoke thoughtful conversation ensure that every meeting is impactful.

If you're looking for inspiration on what to do in your next meeting—whether you're a mentor or mentee—this handbook is for you.

To build a successful mentoring relationship, you need to have a toolbox of useful discussion topics, questions and activities."

What you'll find inside

Chapter
1
Why it’s important to have structure for your mentoring relationship: From the start, agree on the expectations of the relationship. They’re like guardrails that keep the relationship on track.
Chapter
2
17 mentoring activities to inspire meaningful conversations that promote growth: Unpacking different mentoring activities with instructions.
Chapter
3
What mentors should do during each mentoring session: The things mentors should consistently do during every session.
Chapter
4
Quick tips on how to be a great mentor. More tips and resources to make you a great mentor.
Chapter
5
5 mistakes mentors make and how to avoid them. Outlining the common mistakes mentors make and what to do to avoid them.
Chapter
6
Books and resources to sharpen your mentoring skills. Resources to help mentors’ continued learning.
17 Creative mentoring activities
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17 Creative mentoring activities

When you're beginning a mentoring relationship, it's helpful to have some structure. Activities that help break the ice or provoke thoughtful conversation ensure that every meeting is impactful.

If you're looking for inspiration on what to do in your next meeting—whether you're a mentor or mentee—this handbook is for you.

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