Mentorship

Mentorship

In the world of ensemble music, sharing knowledge and experience is essential to ensuring a strong and vibrant future generation. Our mentorship program connects passionate individuals who want to learn, grow, and contribute to the development of their practice. Through personalized guidance, mentees can benefit from the support and expertise of experienced individuals to help them overcome challenges and achieve their goals.

 

What Is Mentorship?

Mentorship is a voluntary, free, and confidential helping relationship. An experienced individual supports a mentee in achieving goals, developing skills, and advancing in a specific area of practice.



Mentorship Program Objectives

  • Support the next generation of ensemble music leaders and participants.

  • Foster the development of ensemble music throughout Quebec.

  • Transfer knowledge, best practices, and experience.

  • Encourage meaningful exchange between mentors and mentees.

 

Mentor-Mentee Matching Process

The FHOSQ creates mentor-mentee matches based on the information provided by interested participants. During the first meeting, matched participants complete a personalized participation agreement.

Interested by mentorship? Click the link that corresponds to your profile to learn more.

Who Can Become a Mentor?

Anyone with at least 10 years of experience in their area of expertise and a desire to:

  • Contribute to the development of the next generation;
  • Share their passion, successes, and lessons learned;
  • Share their experience and knowledge;
  • Listen to and help analyze challenges faced by a less experienced colleague;
  • Celebrate achievements in all their forms;
  • Help a colleague overcome difficulties.

 

Role and Responsibilities of a Mentor

Mentors are expected to provide a minimum of two hours of mentorship per month to their mentee. As a mentor, you are expected to:

  • Be available and demonstrate openness toward your mentee;
  • Share your expertise and knowledge to support the achievement of the mentorship goals;
  • Communicate openly, directly, and honestly;
  • Establish, from the outset, the preferred methods and frequency of communication with your mentee, ensuring that they are suitable for both parties;
  • Use your expertise, experience, and skills to support your mentee's development;
  • Practice active listening and use a questioning approach when providing feedback;
  • Focus on positive and constructive guidance while avoiding judgment;
  • Maintain the confidentiality of all discussions with your mentee;
  • Encourage your mentee's autonomy and, when necessary, remind them of their responsibilities as a learner.

Interested in becoming a mentor? Register by clicking here.

Who Can Be a Mentee?

Anyone who wishes to:

  • Break isolation and find support, encouragement, motivation, and a listening ear;
  • Reduce the stresses of everyday life;
  • Benefit from the guidance and advice of an experienced peer;
  • Strengthen their critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills;
  • Share their passion and successes;
  • Be open to feedback and constructive criticism;
  • Recognize their strengths and areas for growth;
  • Take responsibility for their own development.

Role and Responsibilities of a Mentee

Mentees are expected to:

  • Initiate the first contact with their mentor once they have received their mentor's name and contact information;
  • Establish, from the outset, the preferred methods and frequency of communication with their mentor, ensuring that these arrangements are suitable for both parties;
  • Take ownership of their personal and professional development and demonstrate initiative;
  • Accept responsibility for their decisions and actions;
  • Be available and receptive to their mentor's guidance and support;
  • Apply the knowledge and skills shared by their mentor to help achieve their goals;
  • Communicate openly, directly, and honestly;
  • Be proactive and open to suggestions, feedback, and self-reflection regarding their attitudes, behaviours, and practices;
  • Inform their mentor of any changes that may affect the mentorship relationship or meeting schedule;
  • Maintain the confidentiality of all discussions with their mentor.

Interested in becoming a mentee? Register by clicking here.

If you have any question, contact us at info@fhosq.org or call us at 514-252-3026.

FHOSQ

7665 boulevard Lacordaire
Montréal (Québec)
H1S 2A7
(514) 252-3026
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info@fhosq.org

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