Posted by Dave Lorenzo - Business Coach

Who are your advisors in life? Who do you trust and rely on for guidance and suggestions when you’re stuck? These might be your parents or friends, or a spiritual guide, counselor, or coach. Having a mentor can be very helpful to your career. You get all the benefits of education, training, and wisdom, while the mentor benefits from the help you provide. If you’re not sure where to find such a person, consider doing an internship or volunteering. A relationship with a mentor can open doors for you, provide networking opportunities, and help quicken your journey to success.

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1. Dave:
   As a young professional, these words resonated deeply with me and I’ve had the benefit of working with several great mentors over the few years I’ve been employed. I’ve hit a dead in recently in searching for a specific mentor…

   Do you have suggestions or good information on how to locate those willing to be mentors outside of internships or volunteering? Or any organizations that connect more mature folks with eager-to-learn young professionals? Right now, I’m specifically looking for a female professional preferably in a C-level role.

   Your best thinking is appreciated.

   LC

   Comment by Lindsay Cook — May 1, 2006 @ 16:33

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