As we get more comfortable in our mentorship matches, it's an ideal time to set actionable goals for our time together and the semester ahead. Use this second meeting to develop some S.M.A.R.T. goals. These could be related to your academic department, your future career, or personal goals. Think about how you can leverage your time on break and the remaining months you have in the mentorship program.
Share your own advice about what goals might help your mentee proactively prepare for their next steps.
Take a peek at Career Support available to your mentee.
Review notes from your last meeting and think about where your mentor might support your next steps.
Edit and send along a meeting agenda for your next meeting.
Prepare thoughtful questions and be ready to reflect.