Zipperminds invites you to

1-on-1
Mentorship Platform

Your chance to share your skills, learning and experience

Become a Mentor

Getting started as a Mentor

3 Simple Steps

Share your Contact and Professional Details.

  • The first step to becoming a mentor on ZipperMinds involves providing your contact details and your LinkedIn profile URL to the platform.
  • ZipperMinds will review your application within 24 hours to assess your suitability as a mentor.
  • If your application is approved, you will receive an email with a link to your registered email address, allowing you to create your mentor profile on the platform and start your mentoring journey.

Create your Profile

Create your Profile

  • Sharing education details, degrees, and relevant qualifications helps mentees assess the mentor's academic background and suitability for guidance in specific fields.
  • Showcase notable achievements and positions held in your career, offering mentees a glimpse into your professional journey.
  • Mentors should emphasize any distinctive experiences such as studying abroad or pursuing offbeat careers or passions. Mention proficiency in skills like creative writing, presentations, and mentoring.

Set your Availability

  • The Mentoring platform allows you to set your availability, whether it's on weekday evenings, weekends, or other preferred times, you have full control.
  • You can set overrides for significant personal or professional commitments. Your mentoring sessions won't interfere with these important dates.
  • If any conflicts arise even after setting your calendar, you have the flexibility to send reconfirmation requests to mentees.

Set your Availability

Mentoring Sessions you can take

  • As a mentor, you can offer sessions based on your expertise and passion. Whether it's career guidance, industry insights, study abroad assistance, or skill development, your knowledge and interests shape the mentoring path.
  • Leverage your education, skills, and professional experience to guide mentees in specific areas where you excel.
  • Embrace the opportunity to mentor in various domains, contributing to the holistic development of students, while aligning with your own mentoring int
Study Abroad

Mentors can play a pivotal role in guiding students through the complex process of studying abroad. Drawing from their own experiences, they can provide insights into choosing the right destination, universities, and programs that align mentors can play a pivotal role in guiding students through the complex process of studying abroad. Drawing from their own experiences, they can provide insights into choosing the right destination, universities, and programs that align.
Interview Preparation

Mentors play a pivotal role in preparing students for university and college interviews, as well as interviews for studying abroad. They offer guidance on interview formats, common questions, and effective responses. Mentors conduct mock Mentors play a pivotal role in preparing students for university and college interviews, as well as interviews for studying abroad. They offer guidance on interview formats, common questions, and effective responses. Mentors conduct mock.
Industry Specific Career Guidance

Mentors are indispensable in facilitating industry-specific career exploration by providing firsthand knowledge and guidance. For instance, in the tech sector, a mentor might elucidate the distinctions between software development and data Mentors are indispensable in facilitating industry-specific career exploration by providing firsthand knowledge and guidance. For instance, in the tech sector, a mentor might elucidate the distinctions between software development and data.
Research & Projects

Mentors bring a wealth of practical experience and expertise to support students in their project and research endeavors. Invaluable insights into project management, research methodologies, and problem-solving strategies honed in real mentors bring a wealth of practical experience and expertise to support students in their project and research endeavors. Invaluable insights into project management, research methodologies, and problem-solving strategies.

Questions you get asked in a Mentoring session

Example: Study Abroad Session
How did you choose between the US and the UK?
I have 9 CGPA, and I want to pursue Data Analytics. I'm not sure whether this is the right course. What would you suggest?
How can i ace the SOP ?
As an applicant what is MIT expecting of me ?
How did you plan your study abroad journey?
What was your secret sauce for success ?
How can i build a robust profile?
I am nervous about the interview. How can you help?
How did you get your research papers published?
How did you choose between the US and the UK?
How did you plan your study abroad journey?

Customize your own mentoring session

  • Mentors on our Mentoring Platform can harness their individual passions and skills to create unique mentoring sessions that resonate with mentees.
  • For instance, a mentor passionate about digital marketing might offer sessions focused on SEO strategies, social media marketing, content creation, and tailoring guidance to meet specific mentee goals.
  • Similarly, a mentor with a talent for public speaking could craft sessions on presentation skills, effective communication, and building confidence in public forums.
  • By infusing your expertise and enthusiasm into these personalized sessions, mentors not only impart specialized knowledge but also inspire mentees to explore and excel in areas aligned with their own passions and career aspirations.

MENTORING IS A 2 WAY STREET

The more you give and the more you get !

87% of Mentors and Mentees feel empowered by their Mentoring relationship.

89% of Mentees go on to become Mentors and foster a culture of sharing and giving .

91% Mentors said that they feel internally happy and validated with their Mentoring sessions

Mentees are

5 times

more likely to finish a task than those without a Mentor

MENTORING FAQS

  • Who can become a mentor on Zipperminds?
    We welcome experienced professionals from various industries who are willing to share their knowledge and expertise with mentees. Whether you're an industry expert, academic, or seasoned professional, you can apply.
  • Is there a specific criteria to become a mentor?
    While we don't have strict criteria, we look for mentors with substantial experience and expertise in their field. The mentorship application will ask for details about your background and areas of specialization.
  • How long does it take to get approved as a mentor?
    The approval process may take some time as we review applications thoroughly. You will receive a notification regarding your mentorship status once your application is reviewed.
  • What is the expected time commitment for being a mentor on Zipperminds?
    The time commitment varies based on your availability. You can set your own schedule for mentoring sessions, making it flexible to balance with your other responsibilities.
  • Do mentors get compensated for their time on Zipperminds?
    Yes, mentors on Zipperminds are compensated for their valuable time and expertise. The platform handles the payment process for mentoring sessions.
  • Can I offer mentorship in multiple areas or industries?
    Yes, you can provide mentorship in multiple areas or industries if you have the expertise. Your mentorship application allows you to specify the areas in which you can offer guidance.
  • What support does Zipperminds offer to mentors?
    We provide a platform for you to connect with mentees, handle scheduling, and facilitate secure payments. Our team is available to assist with any questions or concerns.
What a typical mentor session looks like
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