"Whenever I am asked what is the missing link between a promising businessperson and a successful one, mentoring comes to mind."
Richard Branson
Recently, a friend asked me how she can find a mentor. Here’s
my answer:
But onto how to get a mentor.
Here are 3 ways you can get a mentor:
1 1) Keep your eyes peeled
Seems pretty obvious. If you’re
looking for a mentor, you really need to look
for one. Your next mentor could be anywhere. Maybe it’s someone who spoke at
that conference you went to last week or that person you always see at the gym. Look
everywhere and let other people know you’re looking so they can keep their eyes
peeled too.
2) Share your
interests
I’ve found a great way of networking is to share your
interests. If you meet someone new ditch the platitudes and chats about weather
for stuff that makes you tick. I’ve been interrupted on several occasions mid-
passionate ramble to a ‘I should introduce you to…’.
3) Cold Call /
Cold-Email
You don’t necessarily have to have met your potential mentor
in the flesh. Do a google search, make sure they’re right for you and then go
for it. Warning: they may have commitment issues. Don’t ask them to be your
mentor straight away. Go for coffee, if they’re a good fit for you the rest
will work itself out from there. If this method seems a bit intimidating check
out my guide on ‘How to Cold-Email’.
Good luck, I hope you find that person who will help turn your from a promising business person to a successful one.
Good luck, I hope you find that person who will help turn your from a promising business person to a successful one.
I’ve written this
blog to share what worked for me.
How did you find your
mentor? Let me know on twitter @DanushiPeiris.
Until next time,
Danushi
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