1. ASQ Raleigh Section Mentor Program Overview for Rookies June 27, Joanne Mayo – Mentor Program Chair

2. ASQ Mentor Program Overview for Rookies
Contents of this Mentor Program presentation are subject to change. Please refer to the Raleigh ASQ website for the latest information.

3. ASQ Mentor Program Overview for Rookies
Contents:
Program Overview-pages 4-7
Rookie Frequently asked Questions (FAQ)-pages 8-12
Mentor Program Guideline-page 13

4. ASQ Mentor Program Overview for Rookies
Primarily for new members and potential members (Rookies):
Educate new members about section, division, headquarters offerings
Educate potential members about benefits of ASQ membership
Seasoned ASQ members (Gurus)
- Three years ASQ Membership
- Active in ASQ events (minimum 3 in past year) or
- ASQ Leadership member
Rookies choose Gurus based on their expertise, industry, certifications, etc. via webpage

5. ASQ Mentor Program Overview for Rookies
Committee
Joanne Mayo (Chair)
Jim Murrell
Mary Chris Easterly
Current Approved Gurus
Joanne Mayo
Mary Chris Easterly
Jim Murrell
Haleh Byrne
Joe Knight-McKenna
Frank Golden
Mike Nichols
Frederick Rich
Matthew Demko
Guru’s earn Recertification credits (0.1 credit per hour). Join us and become one of Raleigh’s ASQ “Gurus”.
See webpage for more details:

6. ASQ Mentor Program Overview for Rookies
Additional links and information:
ASQ Raleigh section website
ASQ Raleigh section Linked In
ASQ Raleigh section twitter
main Member Leader webpage (Interact, Key Tasks, Position, Resources, Initiatives, News & Dates)
(videos including Quality of Life videos and interview with Tauna WCQI May 2009)
Lists:
@ASQ/asq-members
@ASQ/asq-board-of-directors
@ASQ/asq-hq
@ASQ/asq-sections-divisions
@ASQ/asq-staff

7. ASQ Mentor Program Overview for Rookies
Additional links and information (continued): 7) 8)
9) (communities, users, bloggers)
10) – Join the ASQ Community

8. ASQ Mentor Program Overview for Rookies - FAQ
Number 1-What is a rookie?
A Rookie could be:
Someone who is considering becoming an ASQ member and would like to find out more about the organization.
Someone who is an ASQ member, is newly active in Section 1113 and would like to find out more about the section.
Number 2-What is a GURU?
A Guru is:
An experienced ASQ member who can provide information about the society and/or our local section to the rookie.

9. ASQ Mentor Program Overview for Rookies - FAQ
Number 3-How long is a rookie/guru relationship?
The Section 1113 mentoring program is intended to help a potential ASQ member learn more about ASQ or a potential or new Section 1113 member learn more about our section. Therefore, the typical relationship could range from one to six consultations. For long-term consultation, we recommend that you consider a protégé/mentor relationship through ASQ.
Number 4-Will the information shared between a rookie and guru be kept confidential?
Yes. Rookies and gurus agree to keep confidential the discussions and information shared.

10. ASQ Mentor Program Overview for Rookies - FAQ
Number 5-What types of things can a guru help me with?
Your guru can provide information about:
Benefits of ASQ membership
Information that can be found in the ASQ and Section 1113 websites
Section 1113 leadership
Section 1113 activities, such as our monthly meetings and tours and our annual conference
Division information
Training opportunities
Contacts within the section for topics such as:
Volunteer opportunities in the Good Works program
Volunteer opportunities on the Section 1113 leadership committee
ASQ Certification and Re-Certification

11. ASQ Mentor Program Overview for Rookies - FAQ
Number 6-Who initiates communication – the rookie or the guru?
A rookie should select a guru based on the guru’s profile on the ASQ Section 1113 website and contact the guru of his/her choice. During the initial conversation, expectations for how to communicate can be discussed and agreed upon by both parties.
Number 7-After I became a rookie, I lost my job and I am looking for another one. Will my guru help me find another job?
The Section 1113 mentoring program is not intended to include coaching for people seeking employment. Please refer to resources on the Section 1113 and ASQ websites for career opportunities.

12. ASQ Mentor Program Overview for Rookies - FAQ
Number 8-My guru and I are not “clicking”. Can I work with a different guru?
Yes. Please contact the ASQ 1113 Mentoring Program Chair, who will facilitate connecting you with a new guru.

13. ASQ Mentor Program Overview for Rookies
Rookie/Guru relationship
Rookies select a Guru based on their expertise/interest shown on the “Guru Background and Contact Information” document posted on the ASQ website, Mentor webpage.
Rookie and Guru will decide how often to meet, by what means, and for how long.
The GURU Program Chair will address any complains or issues reported by Rookies or Gurus.
Potential communication methods:
ASQ section meeting
Telephone call with no distractions
Restaurants for lunch/dinner
ASQ community network sites
, chat rooms, LinkedIn

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