Meeting guide
A flexible guide to keep your meetings focused, intentional, and centered on meaningful growth.
Open meeting guide →Tools for meaningful conversations and student growth.
Start here. A few practical tools to help you prepare, connect, and make the most of your time together.
A flexible guide to keep your meetings focused, intentional, and centered on meaningful growth.
Open meeting guide →Clarify your goals, define how you will connect, and make a shared commitment.
View agreement →Choose a monthly theme and let a meaningful conversation unfold.
Explore topics →Identify focus areas and create a personal plan for growth.
Take the assessment →Pick a theme that fits your student. These prompts are a starting point, not a script.
What kind of work feels meaningful to you? What paths would you like to explore? Where do your faith and professional goals connect?
What is your next practical step? How can we practice telling your story? What matters most when choosing an opportunity?
How can you communicate clearly and build trust? What are you learning about workplace culture? Where could feedback help you grow?
What does being a valuable teammate look like? How can you lead with humility? Where might your values be tested?
What helps you feel grounded? How will you build community after college? What habits will support a healthy working life?
What strengths can you build on? What have setbacks taught you? What is one worthwhile risk you could take?
“The most important thing my Industry Advisor gave me was the confidence to succeed professionally without compromising on my priorities.”Engineering student
Shared experiences create space for trust, discovery, and real-world learning.
Invite your student into your workplace and share what a day in your field looks like.
Volunteer for a shared cause and put your values into practice side by side.
Enjoy a relaxed meal together and make room to talk about life beyond work and school.
Try each other's hobbies and discover something new.
Choose something fun you both enjoy.
Read an article or listen to a podcast, then talk about it.
Practice making connections at a networking event.
Work together on a professional project.
“Ignite is an opportunity to help students overcome their limits and guide them to a professional future that is rewarding and fulfilling.”Industry mentor
Ideas to strengthen your mentoring, deepen your conversations, and explore purpose together.
Choose something to read together, then discuss what stood out.
Read together, then discuss one idea you can put into practice.
Help your student connect their gifts, beliefs, and aspirations with a life of purpose.
Understanding vocation →Watch Sabrina Bailey's 2023 lecture and reflect on leadership, service, humility, authenticity, and purpose.
Watch the lecture →Read together, exchange ideas, and bring a fresh perspective to your mentoring conversations.

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