To: [Insert Manager/HR/L&D contact name]

Subject: Mentoring program request

Hi [Name],

I’d like to request support to participate in a structured mentoring program that I believe will directly strengthen my leadership capabilities, clarity, and resilience in my role.

The Hyphae Network Mentoring Program is a 20-week guided leadership experience. It connects emerging and current leaders across aged care and health with external mentors, reflective tools, and real-world growth strategies.

What’s included:

  • 1:1 mentoring (20 weeks) with a carefully matched mentor

  • Access to structured leadership tools and reflection prompts

  • Optional onboarding call and certificate of completion

  • All sessions are self-scheduled (typically 60–90 mins/month)

Why this matters now:

  • I want to invest in sustainable, long-term growth in my leadership approach

  • This program focuses on communication, conflict management, decision-making under pressure, and wellbeing

  • It’s independent of our organisation, but closely aligned with the realities we work in

  • It can reduce future costs of burnout, retention, and informal training load

Cost: [$$$]

Time commitment: ~90 minutes/month, scheduled outside of peak service delivery.

There’s minimal impact on operations, and I’ll ensure team responsibilities are covered.

I’m happy to provide the program guide and connect with the Hyphae team if further info is needed. Thank you for considering this request. I genuinely see it as an investment in my leadership and in what I can contribute to our team over time.

Warmly,

[Your name]