Brief Roadmap to Find a Good Mentor

 

 

 

Mentorship.

 

One of the secrets of success in career is having a good mentor. Those who are lucky enough to have the benefit of mentorship cruise through their careers comfortably and successfully. A good mentor is an invaluable asset and generally does not charge for his expert guidance and opinions. Therefore, it is imperative that you seek out mentors to help jumpstart your career irrespective of the stage you are in.

 

Who is a mentor and what does he do?
A mentor is a person who guides the mentee (person receiving mentorship). He can be in any field but in this article we look at mentors from the perspective of jobs and career. The mentor has usually experienced the career stage or job problem before. He would have made mistakes in the process. Advice from him can be invaluable as he will help you avoid the common mistakes and offer a shorter and smarter way of achieving the objective.

 

Where can you find a mentor?
The mentor may already exist in your social circle. In such a case you need to identify and search for him. If no mentor exists find one. Today, with professional networking sites such as linkedin and twitter you can search for mentors all around the globe. In short, modern technology has enabled you to tap a global pool of potential mentors.

 

What do you expect from a mentor?
You should be very clear in your mind about your expectations from a potential mentor. Consider your personality and job profile and identify mentors suitable to them. A good mentor should complement you. For instance, if you are indecisive you should look out for mentors who have good decision-making skills.

 

Why do you need a mentor?
A mentor is a person who is more experienced than you and has gone through the same problems that you are encountering. Hence, he is familiar with the problem and knows the tricks and techniques to overcome them. Why should you start from the scratch when a readymade and convenient solution is already available? Experience is something which can be imparted to others. Rookies gain considerably from the expertise of veterans.

 

How do you repay a mentor?
Generally, most mentors will dole out their advice free of cost. They expect nothing but gratitude and courtesy. They may look at you as a younger version of themselves. They do not want others to make the mistakes they made and suffer. Of course, you may find a few mentors expecting returns in the form of financial gains or gifts. In either case you benefit considerably more than you give.

A mentor may be around you but you may not be aware of it. He could also be someone from your past. As he is familiar with your personality, work style, strengths and weakness he would be the best person to advice you on career related issues and decisions. Finding a suitable mentor may be the best thing that has happened to your budding career.


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