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Finding the Right Mentor
- Know your goals (both short and long term). It will make it easier to find the right mentor.
- Who do you look up to? Keep a running list of the jobs and people you are visualizing.
- Do the research. Take notes on the path that person took to get to where they are today.
- Be cognizant of your existing network. The more aware someone already is of your work and abilities, the more effective they will be at mentoring you.
- Recognize the difference between a mentor and a sponsor. For example, mentors give advice but can't give you a new job, raise, or promotion.
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Tips on Being a Good Mentee
- Goals still matter. If you mention your specific, achievable goals from the beginning of the relationship, your mentor can help you stay on track at each meeting.
- Meet consistently. Figure out how often, how long, how you want to meet and make it con...
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Making the Ask
- Have an elevator pitch ready. Be clear of your goals and why you think this person is the right mentor for you. Be upfront about your time commitment, what you're willing to put into the relationship and what you expect from them.
- If it's a cold email, it's ...
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- Use your time looking for the mentor you are comfortable with.
- Share your goals and fears openly.
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Typical, run-of-the-mill bosses cannot be a good guide or teacher. You have to work towards finding your Mentor.
A CEO of a big company is not going to come and chat with you in your cubicle about how you can get to where they are now. It's your job to seek them out.
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