BITSAA-SVC Mentorship Program

Mentoring is one of the key elements for career growth. In BITS, we always used to take advice from seniors. BITSAA-SVC is trying to recreate the same magic, but in a more professional setting. We now have a huge pool of experienced BITSians in higher education, technology, entrepreneurship and executive management. With this initiative, BITSAA-SVC intends to connect the aspiring BITSian with experienced senior professionals. A director of engineering can mentor an engineer. The CEO of a startup can get mentored by a senior entrepreneur.

BITSAA-SVC will coordinate this mentorship program among alumni in the valley. The Mentees will be registered members of BITSAA Silicon Valley Chapter. Both Mentors and Mentees will register on the BITSAA-SVC website showing their interest. BITSAA-SVC will act as an exchange for Mentors and Mentees to come together to create value for both.

Mentoring is a mutually beneficial partnership. The experienced partner is reflective about his/her venture, is able to communicate, and is willing to share his/her understanding and knowledge about what has made his/her venture grow. The Mentee is receptive to the suggestions of the Mentor and is also willing to try to implement some of them in his/her business. Mentoring is an on-going partnership, which may need to last for a number of months before any benefits are realized by either partner. The partners need to commit themselves to regular meetings with a focused agenda. The Mentor should record a short summary of their experience with the Mentee on a monthly basis. The Mentor Coordinator will contact the Mentor periodically, and the Mentor is encouraged to contact the Coordinator if any questions regarding the relationship arise.

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