Bni Mn Mentor Program: 12 Months To Success Form

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BNI MN Mentor Program: 12 Months to Success
Many chapters are starting a Mentor Program to help members experience more success
and feel a part of the group sooner, especially as new members. Some prefer a less
formal feel, and refer to their mentor as their BNI buddy.
Summary of Key Roles
Mentor Coordinator: Assigns a mentor to all incoming members and to existing members
who want/need extra coaching.
Mentor: A productive, positive member who sets a good example and has been a member
for at least 6 months. (In newly formed chapters, Core group members Mentor new
members.) Coaches Mentee, helping them become a productive and valued member
faster.
Mentee: New members or existing members who want or need additional coaching. The
Mentee drives the relationship, taking the initiative to follow the program and schedule
conversations and reviews with their Mentor.
The relationship between the Mentor and Mentee should be beneficial for both members.
Ask permission from the perspective Mentor before making the assignment.
When matching members together, consider the following:
A. Contact Sphere/ Power team--Establishes a foundation to build on each others
business, therefore building the team and helping the new member feel productive
right away.
B. Personality
C. Comfort level between the two members
After making the assignment. Give each of the participating members the Mentor Packet,
which includes:
1. BNI Mentoring Process; 12 Months to Success—Step by step guideline for
mentees and mentors.
2. 90- Day Review—Mentee fill out and review with Mentor.
3. Five Month Questionnaire for Mentee
4. Mentoring Program 7 Month Follow-up
5. Mentoring Program 9 Month Review
6. Membership Committee Review Form
Other helpful documents are One to One forms and Referral tracking sheets. The Mentor
Packet and other forms are available at , Members Only, View Forms to
Download.
Meet with the Mentor and Mentee before or after a meeting and give them the packet. Tell
them to hold on to these forms and refer to them regularly. Explain each of their roles and
let them know that you are available for assistance via phone, email, and in person.
Check in with both members regularly on their progress and ask for questions or
suggestions for future Mentor/Mentee relationships.

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