Mentee Expectations

Be Prepared
Understand the mentor’s background, industry and company. Ensure that goals are established, topics are identified, agendas are created, and questions are prepared for each meeting. Be prepared to talk about current news events and how they may be impacting business.

Take Responsibility For Relationship
Take ownership to keep the mentor relationship moving forward. Be proactive to ensure that the group stays on task and meets identified goals and keep the mentor informed of progress. Realize that having a mentor is a privilege and work hard to leverage the opportunity.

Be Receptive to Feedback
Accept feedback and suggestions from the mentor. Follow through on requests made by the mentor.

Show Professionalism
Uphold a high standard of professionalism. Be on time, dress appropriately, and promptly return telephone calls and e-mails. Show appreciation and gratitude towards the mentor.

Maintain Respect
Uphold core relationship values including privacy, confidentiality, honesty and integrity. Respect differences while discovering common ground.

Commit to Entire Program
Commit to actively participate in the 11-month program. Keep scheduled appointments with the mentor or reschedule if necessary. Attend scheduled events or notify Jill Montera if unable to attend.

Promptly Communicate Issues
Contact Jill Montera, Assistant Director, at 303.871.3859 or at a jmontera@du.edu with any program issues.