Mentoring – your secret advantage
Did you know that apprentices who receive mentoring support are more likely to complete their qualification?
As a female trade apprentice, an MEGT mentor can work alongside you throughout your apprenticeship. Our mentors are here to cheer you on, and offer advice, feedback, and encouragement when and if you need.
While some apprentices develop strong bonds with their mentor and work closely together, many of our apprentices sign up to our mentoring program and enjoy knowing that if they need assistance there is someone they can reach out to.
What can I chat about?
Our mentors act as a sounding board and can help you build your career and navigate any challenges you may face in the workplace.
You may want to speak to a mentor about:
- Getting started in a new job
- Understanding your role
- Building time management skills
- Help with off-the-job training and assessments
- Navigating a range of issues in the workplace including gender stereotype barriers
- Help communicating with your boss
- Help with personal challenges
- Getting referrals to specialist support services
- Career guidance and plans for after your apprenticeship
Hear from MEGT mentor, Simmone, about the support mentoring can provide
Share your story and inspire the future
We want to hear from the powerful women powering trades! You are the ones paving the way for the future generation of female tradies!
Share your story and the first 100 will receive a thank you from MEGT including a worksite-friendly mug and a pair of socks – perfect to wear with your steel cap boots.
You might like to share:
- What inspired you to pursue an apprenticeship?
- Which trade did you choose and why?
- What do you most like about your role?
- What’s next for you once you complete your apprenticeship?
- Have you faced any challenges as a woman in trade? What advice would you have for those following in your footsteps?
