Think mentorship is just about coffee chats and LinkedIn endorsements? Think again. In this week's episode, I unpack the real magic of mentorship - the good, the awkward, and the "wait, you're mentoring me?" moments.
I'm sharing a few stories about how mentorship showed up for me in unexpected ways - sometimes it was a boss, sometimes it was a peer, sometimes it was someone who didn’t even realize they were mentoring me. I'm introducing some characters who had a MAJOR influence on my career - each at very different junctures - and how I serendipitously (and unexpectedly) met them all. The mentors in my life all fundamentally shaped my career in both big and small ways. And the truth is I wouldn't be where I am today if I didn't meet them.
If you’ve ever had someone believe in you before you believed in yourself - or you want to be that person for someone else - this one’s for you.
Key takeaways:
- Mentorship is essential for professional growth.
- Finding a mentor can be a serendipitous experience.
- Mentorship benefits both the mentor and mentee.
- Accountability partners can enhance personal development.
- Networking is crucial in finding mentors.
- Mentorship can come from various relationships, not just formal ones.
- It's important to ask questions and learn from others.
- Consider business coaching for further growth.
- Self-reflection is key to understanding future goals.
- Mentorship should be a two-way street, benefiting both parties.
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