Design the Alliance. Both parties must have an agreement on the contact and response times, meetings, confidentiality, focus, feedback, and goals and accountability.
Get to Know Each Other. It is important to have a strong relationship and trust before focusing on the problem.
Set the Agenda. Be clear on the purpose and goals of the program.
Reflect and Evaluate. Know if there is a progress or development gained from the mentoring every few meetings.
Closeout. Before parting ways, have a closure with each other. Reflect and appreciate what both parties have learned and gained from the experience.