In NYC & looking for a mentor but I don’t necessarily have the funds to join an organization & the trouble is I’m not exactly sure what I want to be mentored on! I just want to learn&grow! Advice?

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My agency is too small unfortunately. They don’t have an initiative like that yet.

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Generally mentoring doesn’t work that way. I ran a mentorship program for years and if mentees didn’t have a clear understanding on what they needed help with we wouldn’t match them with mentors. Once you get a clear understanding of what you need to upskill on start asking your network if they know of anyone who really excels in those areas and reach out. Ask if they’d be open to a phone chat and be clear on the reason why they are the best to give advice. Don’t ask for mentorship upfront and always bring something to the table.

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Check with your agency to see if there is a mentor program! There usually is one.

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