You don’t need a famous person to become your mentor.
You need someone with experience in an area where you want to grow.
Here are 7 ways to find one:
1. Know what you want to learn. Career? Business? Leadership? Technical skills? Be specific.
2. Look around you. Your lecturer, supervisor, colleague, alumnus, or industry contact could be a valuable mentor.
3. Find people ahead of you. Study people whose experience matches the direction you want to take.
4. Start with a conversation. Don’t immediately ask, “Will you be my mentor?” Introduce yourself and ask thoughtful questions.
5. Take action. If someone gives you advice, use it. Show that you’re serious about improving.
6. Respect their time. Be specific when asking for a meeting or advice. Don’t expect them to always be available.
7. Learn from more than one person. Different people can teach you different things.
And here’s something important:
Don’t look for a mentor to do the work for you.
Look for someone who can give you perspective, feedback, experience, and guidance while you do the work yourself.
Start with one person.
Start with one conversation.
You might be surprised by how much you can learn.
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A digital skills trainer, and creative professional who enjoys learning, creating, and sharing what I discover. On this blog, I share my thoughts, experiences, and practical lessons on technology, creativity, digital skills, career growth, and everyday life.
