Mentorship Overview

Mentorship on the Platform

Access one-on-one guidance from experienced professionals through the platform's mentorship ecosystem.

How Mentorship Works

Browse Mentors - Explore mentor profiles and expertise
Book a Session - Schedule time with your chosen mentor
Prepare - Set goals and prepare questions
Meet - Connect via video call for your session
Follow Up - Implement advice and book follow-up sessions

What is Mentorship?

Mentorship provides:

1-on-1 Guidance: Personalized advice for your situation
Expert Insights: Learn from those who've been there
Accountability: Regular check-ins to track progress
Network Building: Connect with industry professionals
Problem Solving: Get help with specific challenges

Mentorship Models

One-Time Sessions

Single sessions for specific questions or topics.

Best For:

Tactical advice on specific issues
Resume/pitch review
Quick problem-solving
Exploratory conversations

Recurring Mentorship

Ongoing relationship with regular sessions.

Best For:

Long-term goals and strategy
Accountability and progress tracking
Skill development over time
Career guidance

Programme-Linked Mentorship

Mentors assigned to specific programmes.

Features:

Pre-allocated mentor credits
Programme-specific expertise
Coordinated with course content
Structured mentorship plan

Mentor Credits System

Many programmes provide mentor credits for booking sessions.

How Credits Work

Allocation: Credits granted per programme or company
Value: 1 credit typically = 1 hour session
Expiry: Credits may expire at programme end
Tracking: View remaining credits in your dashboard

Check your programme details to see how many mentor credits you have available.

Session Formats

Video Calls

Most common format:

30-minute or 60-minute sessions
Via Zoom, Google Meet, or platform video
Screen sharing available
Recorded (if both parties agree)

Office Hours

Drop-in sessions with mentors:

Open Q&A format
Multiple attendees
Informal discussion
No booking required

Finding the Right Mentor

Match with mentors based on:

Expertise: Topics and skills you need help with
Industry: Relevant sector experience
Stage: Experience at your startup/career stage
Availability: Timezone and schedule compatibility
Language: Communication in your preferred language

Getting Started

Find Mentors

Browse and search the mentor directory

Book Sessions

Schedule your first mentorship session

Benefits of Mentorship

For Learners

Accelerated learning and growth
Avoid common mistakes
Expand your network
Gain confidence
Access to insider knowledge

For Companies

Team development
Problem-solving support
Strategic guidance
Faster growth
Reduced trial and error

Becoming a Mentor

Experienced professionals can contribute as mentors through the creator console.