I have a meeting tomorrow to sit down and network with an MD mentor. Anyone have any good conversation topics/ questions? Trying not to appear green and naive...

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I’ve successfully made a C-level exec my mentor. Be genuine and share your personality and interests. LinkedIn and Google stalk them to know everything you can about their career and outside interests, and try to bring it up in conversation. They’re normal people, just really successful!

Not completely your question but be prepared with a specific answer when/if he/she asks what they can do for you.

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