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Lie: You Need to Have Formal Mentors

Lie: You Need to Have Formal Mentors

The concept of “mentorship” has become way too formal. Asking someone to be your mentor can come across as a big commitment.

Instead of focusing on finding a formal mentor, build a Personal Board of Advisors.

The key features of a Personal Board of Advisors:

  • Group of 5-10 individuals. The members don't need to know each other or that they are on your board. Informality is a feature, not a bug.
  • Unbiased (not family).
  • Diverse experiences.
  • Willing to provide raw, candid feedback.

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