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Availability & Events

Managing your availability and participating in program events are important aspects of your role as a mentor. This guide covers how to set your availability, manage your calendar, and engage with program events.

Setting Your Availability

Availability Calendar

Access Availability Settings: 1. Go to "Availability" in main menu 2. Or access from profile settings 3. View your availability calendar

Setting Availability: 1. Select days and times you're available 2. Set recurring availability patterns 3. Block out unavailable times 4. Set time zone preferences 5. Save availability

Availability Best Practices

  • Be Realistic: Set availability you can commit to
  • Be Consistent: Maintain regular availability patterns
  • Update Regularly: Keep availability current
  • Communicate Changes: Notify startups of changes
  • Set Boundaries: Protect your personal time

Managing Appointments

Viewing Scheduled Sessions

Upcoming Sessions: - See all scheduled sessions - View session details - Check startup information

Session Management: - Confirm sessions - Reschedule if needed - Cancel if necessary - Add session notes

Session Requests

Receiving Requests: - Startups request sessions - Review request details - Accept or suggest alternative times

Responding to Requests: - Respond promptly - Confirm or propose alternatives - Set clear expectations

Program Events

Types of Events

Workshops: - Educational workshops - Skill development sessions - Industry-specific training

Networking Events: - Community meetups - Networking sessions - Social events

Program Events: - Program kickoffs - Milestone celebrations - Graduation ceremonies

Participating in Events

Event Registration: - Register for events you want to attend - Check event details - Add to calendar

Event Participation: - Attend scheduled events - Engage with community - Share expertise - Network with others

Best Practices

  1. Maintain Availability: Keep availability calendar updated
  2. Respond Promptly: Respond to session requests quickly
  3. Be Flexible: Accommodate reasonable requests
  4. Set Boundaries: Protect your time appropriately
  5. Engage Actively: Participate in program events
  6. Communicate Clearly: Set clear expectations
  7. Plan Ahead: Block time for preparation
  8. Be Professional: Maintain professional standards

Next Steps