Why Use a Speed Mentoring App?
A speed mentoring app keeps every conversation focused and gets mentees talking to more mentors than a rotating-tables setup. Mentees get a prompt like 'Ask a mentor about a career mistake that taught them the most,' so they skip the small talk and get to the advice. No bells, no timers, and no one stuck at the wrong table.
Jam Bingo sends each participant one prompt at a time. Mentees find a mentor who fits the prompt, have the conversation, and scan each other's QR codes to unlock the next one. Every connection is saved with contact details, so mentees can follow up with the mentors who helped them most.
How Does Speed Mentoring App Work?
Speed Mentoring App runs on Jam Bingo—the simple, interactive networking activity. It is not a card, it has no squares, and attendees do not fill anything out. Here’s what each attendee does:
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Scan to join
Attendees scan the event’s Jam Bingo QR code (or enter the game code). It runs in the phone’s browser—nothing to download.
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Get a conversation prompt
Each person receives a conversation prompt on their phone, like a question to ask someone new.
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Find someone and talk
They find someone who fits the prompt, have the conversation, then scan that person’s QR code (or enter their code) to unlock the next prompt.
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Repeat and connect
Every connection is saved, and the leaderboard shows who met the most new people—perfect for prizes.
Try the Jam Bingo Demo
See exactly what your attendees will experience. Scan the QR code with your phone, or use game code QW40PM.
How to Use the Speed Mentoring App at Your Event
Follow these steps to set up and run the speed mentoring app for your own event.
- 01Step 1
Write Mentoring Prompts
Write questions that lead to real advice: career turning points, skills to build, and how mentors got where they are.
TipAdd a few prompts for mentors to ask mentees, so conversations go both ways. - 02Step 2
Share the QR Code
Show the QR code on screen at the start of the session. Mentors and mentees join with their name.
TipAsk mentors to wear a colored lanyard or badge so mentees can spot them easily. - 03Step 3
Let Conversations Run
Participants move at their own pace. Great conversations can run long without holding up the whole room.
TipTurn on Allow Show All so mentees can pick the questions that matter most to them.
Ready to Use the Speed Mentoring App at Your Event?
Create a Jam Bingo, add your own prompts, and get a QR code for your event. You’ll be directed to the Create Account page first.
Have questions? Book a 15-minute demo.
Where to Use Speed Mentoring App
Women in Leadership Programs
Connect emerging leaders with experienced mentors in quick, focused conversations.
- More mentors per mentee
- Focused advice
- Saved connections
Student Mentorship Kickoffs
Help students meet alumni and industry mentors before choosing a match.
- Students find the right fit
- Low-pressure format
- Easy to run
Professional Association Mentoring Nights
Pair newer members with experienced members for quick career advice.
- New members feel welcome
- Builds member value
- Recurring format
Speed Mentoring App vs. Rotating Tables
| Feature | Rotating Tables | Speed Mentoring App |
|---|---|---|
| Pace | Everyone moves on a bell | Each pair moves when they're ready |
| Conversation focus | Depends on the mentee | A specific question every time |
| Logistics | Seating charts and timers | One QR code |
| Follow-up | Business cards | Every connection saved with contact details |
| Results for organizers | Hard to track | Who met who, and how many connections |
Example Prompts for Speed Mentoring App
Taken from the Networking Event template. Use them as a starting point, then adapt them to your group.
Make people move
Start prompts with "Find someone who…" so each one sends players across the room to a new person, not back to their own table.
Mix easy and deeper prompts
Open with quick, observable prompts (something they're wearing, where they're from), then add a few that lead to a real story.
Keep them inclusive
Avoid prompts about money, looks, or anything someone could feel left out of. Everyone should be able to answer at least half of them.
Match the length of your event
Around 12–16 prompts fits a 30-minute game. More prompts than time just leaves people unfinished.
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Ask someone what their favorite moment has been this year
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Ask someone what accomplishment they are most proud of but rarely talk about
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Ask someone what their most exciting personal or professional goal is right now
- 4
Ask someone how they recharge after a long day
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Ask someone what they’re passionate about outside of work
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Ask someone what advice they would give their younger self
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Ask someone what hobby or interest they’d love to turn into a career
- 8
Ask someone what skill they’ve learned recently that has made the biggest impact in their life
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Ask someone what project they are most excited about right now
- 10
Ask someone what motivates them to keep going on tough days
- 11
Ask someone what book or podcast has inspired them recently
- 12
Ask someone what has been their biggest learning experience this year
See all 60 prompts in the Networking Event template · Browse all templates
Other Platforms Like Jam Bingo
Jam Bingo is designed to help people actually get to know each other, not just exchange names. Unlike icebreaker games that focus on quick interactions or surface-level fun, Jam Bingo is built around meaningful conversations that make it easier for people to open up, find common ground, and build real relationships.
| Features | Jam Bingo | Hoogo | SocialPoint.io | Booth Bingo | Eventgamification.com |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paperless (QR Code Digital) | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Custom Branding | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ |
| Conversation Prompt | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ |
| Meaningful & Intentional Connections | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ |
| Contact Sharing (Email, Instagram, Linkedin, etc) | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ |
| Each person gets a list of everyone they connected with, including contact information and conversations they had. | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ |
| Introduction Forum | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ |
| Auto Introductions ("Introduce Me") | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a speed mentoring app?
It's a tool that runs speed mentoring on participants' phones. With Jam Bingo, mentees get a mentoring question, find a mentor, have the conversation, and scan each other's QR codes to unlock the next question.
How is it different from rotating tables?
There's no bell and no seating chart. Pairs move on when they're ready, so great conversations can run long and short ones don't waste time.
What are good speed mentoring questions?
Questions that lead to real advice, like 'Ask a mentor what they would do differently in their first job' or 'Ask a mentor which skill made the biggest difference in their career.'
Can mentees follow up with mentors afterward?
Yes. Every connection saves the other person's contact details, so mentees know exactly who to thank and follow up with.
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