Finding a Mentor - The 12 point checklist
Extract from ‘Don’t Say I Never Told You’ Series 2 www.PatStormBooks.com
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Only the foolish venture forward, without having a mentor supporting them, from behind the scenes. In business, many costly failures could have been averted if advice had been sought from a trusted and wise mentor. The key is the selection (and use) of your mentor/adviser and realizing that just because you have asked once, this does not preclude a second or third request for help. Jack Welch indicated that you should have a cluster of mentors, as one will never be enough. This checklist will help you find a mentor within your circle of contacts.
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Understands the sector I am in
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Has reached a senior position, not necessarily a CEO
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Has had a broad career experience
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Has a quick and incisive mind
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A person who knows me quite well
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A person I look up to and respect
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Normally significantly older than you
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Is well connected
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Is well respected by others
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Is well read
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Is patient and tolerant
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Is accessible and commits to making meeting dates