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How can you effectively network with a mentor in the early stages of your career?

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Networking with a mentor can be a powerful way to accelerate your career development, gain valuable insights and feedback, and expand your professional connections. However, finding and building a rapport with a mentor is not always easy, especially in the early stages of your career. Here are some tips to help you effectively network with a mentor and make the most of this relationship.

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Bob Ficken

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Krishna VasuDeva

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1 Identify your goals and needs

Before you start looking for a mentor, you need to have a clear idea of what you want to achieve and learn from this relationship. What are your career aspirations, strengths, and challenges? What skills or knowledge do you want to develop or improve? How do you prefer to communicate and receive feedback? Having a self-awareness of your goals and needs will help you narrow down your search and align your expectations with your potential mentor.

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Bob Ficken

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Take the time to be diligent in assessing your strengths and weaknesses. With the weaknesses, define your needs which will lead to improvement. Be specific. Which role is your goal? See if you can obtain a current copy of the job description for the role you seek. Having that will enable you to see what additional skills or experiences you need to meet the role’s requirements. Once you know exactly what additional skills/experiences are needed, you can begin to assess the senior leaders (should be at least two levels above your immediate supervisor’s level) and identify the top two that you are convinced have the skills you want to develop. Be aware of current internal politics as it is not a good idea to hitch your star to a dying sun.

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Krishna VasuDeva

Transforming Organizations Through People Excellence | C&B | Strategic HR Partner | Employee Relations & Culture Development | Leveraging Tech in HR Transformations | People Management |
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Identifying potential mentors: Consider your goals and needs Identifying your specific needs will help you find the right mentor. Seek recommendations: Ask colleagues, friends, professors or career counselors for recommendations. Utilize online platforms like LinkedIn to connect with professionals in your field. Initiating contact: Do your research: Learn about the potential mentor's background, expertise & career path. This information will help you personalize your introduction and demonstrate genuine interest. Building the relationship: Be proactive and respectful: Take initiative to schedule meetings, follow up on conversations and express your appreciation for the mentor's time and advice.

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José Condesso

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Um mentor pode ser importante para uma pessoa que inicia a sua atividade na organiza??o, para conseguir perceber melhor a cultura e os valores dessa organiza??o. Por outro lado, ao longo da carreira um mentor pode ser importante para conseguir orientar a carreira, para maximizar a sua realiza??o e a sua motiva??o, tópicos importantíssimos para maximizar a performance. A este mentor poderemos juntar algumas ferramentas de orienta??o vocacional e profissional, para aumentar o auto-conhecimento, a nível das áreas profissionais que melhor se coadunam com as aptid?es naturais da pessoa.

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Martina Frahn

Führungskraft 50+ - Karriere-Reset | Nicht Bewerben sondern Executive Brand, Sichtbarkeit, digitale Kompetenz, smarte Strategie | (Audio-)Nachrichten als Direktkontakt zu Entscheidern | >35 Jahre innovative Mentorin
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In meiner langj?hrigen Erfahrung als Karriereberaterin habe ich beobachtet, dass das Identifizieren pers?nlicher Ziele und Bedürfnisse grundlegend für die erfolgreiche Suche nach einem Mentor ist. Dieser Beitrag betont genau diesen Aspekt. Eine klare Vision der eigenen beruflichen Wünsche und Herausforderungen erm?glicht es, einen Mentor zu finden, der nicht nur inspiriert, sondern auch gezielt f?rdert. Die Selbstreflexion vor der Mentorensuche ist ein entscheidender Schritt, um das volle Potenzial einer solchen Beziehung auszusch?pfen.

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2 Research and reach out

Once you have identified your goals and needs, you can start researching and reaching out to potential mentors who match your criteria. You can look for mentors within your organization, industry, or professional network, or use online platforms and programs that connect mentees and mentors. When you contact a potential mentor, be respectful, concise, and specific. Explain who you are, why you are interested in them as a mentor, and what you hope to gain from the relationship. Ask them if they are willing and available to mentor you, and if so, how they prefer to communicate and set up the first meeting.

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3 Prepare and follow up

Before you meet with your mentor for the first time, make sure you prepare some questions and topics to discuss with them. You can ask them about their career journey, their current role and responsibilities, their challenges and successes, their advice and recommendations, and their expectations and boundaries as a mentor. You can also share your goals and needs, your background and experience, your challenges and achievements, and your feedback preferences and learning style. After the meeting, follow up with a thank-you note, summarize the key takeaways, and suggest the next steps or actions.

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Martina Frahn

Führungskraft 50+ - Karriere-Reset | Nicht Bewerben sondern Executive Brand, Sichtbarkeit, digitale Kompetenz, smarte Strategie | (Audio-)Nachrichten als Direktkontakt zu Entscheidern | >35 Jahre innovative Mentorin
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Die Suche nach dem richtigen Mentor erfordert sorgf?ltige Recherche und einen professionellen Ansatz. Wie in diesem Beitrag dargestellt, ist es essenziell, gezielt nach Personen zu suchen, die den eigenen beruflichen Zielen und Bedürfnissen entsprechen. In meiner Praxis als Karriereberaterin betone ich stets die Wichtigkeit einer pr?zisen und respektvollen Kontaktaufnahme. Eine klare Kommunikation über die eigenen Intentionen und Erwartungen legt den Grundstein für eine erfolgreiche und erfüllende Mentoring-Beziehung. Das Verst?ndnis für die Pr?ferenzen des Mentors in Bezug auf Kommunikation und Treffen ist dabei unerl?sslich

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4 Be proactive and respectful

To build a strong and lasting relationship with your mentor, you need to be proactive and respectful. You need to take initiative, show enthusiasm, and follow through on your commitments. You need to respect your mentor's time, expertise, and feedback, and avoid being too demanding, defensive, or passive. You need to communicate regularly, update them on your progress and challenges, and seek their guidance and support when needed. You also need to be open-minded, flexible, and adaptable, and be willing to learn from their experiences and perspectives.

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Martina Frahn

Führungskraft 50+ - Karriere-Reset | Nicht Bewerben sondern Executive Brand, Sichtbarkeit, digitale Kompetenz, smarte Strategie | (Audio-)Nachrichten als Direktkontakt zu Entscheidern | >35 Jahre innovative Mentorin
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Ein proaktives und respektvolles Verhalten ist das Fundament jeder erfolgreichen Mentoring-Beziehung. Dieser Beitrag hebt hervor, wie wichtig es ist, Initiative zu zeigen und gleichzeitig die Zeit und das Wissen des Mentors zu sch?tzen. In meiner langj?hrigen T?tigkeit als Karriereberaterin habe ich immer wieder festgestellt, dass regelm??ige und offene Kommunikation, das Teilen von Fortschritten sowie das Aufnehmen von Feedback entscheidend sind. Ebenso ist es von Bedeutung, sich an neue Perspektiven anzupassen und aus den Erfahrungen des Mentors zu lernen. Eine solche Haltung erm?glicht nicht nur pers?nliches Wachstum, sondern st?rkt auch die Beziehung zum Mentor.

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5 Give and receive feedback

Feedback is an essential part of any mentoring relationship, as it helps both parties to learn, grow, and improve. You should give and receive feedback with your mentor in a constructive, honest, and respectful way. You should ask for feedback on your performance, skills, or goals, and listen attentively and appreciatively to your mentor's suggestions, criticisms, or praises. You should also give feedback to your mentor on their mentoring style, methods, or impact, and express your gratitude, satisfaction, or concerns. You should use feedback as an opportunity to celebrate your achievements, identify your areas of improvement, and set new goals or actions.

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Martina Frahn

Führungskraft 50+ - Karriere-Reset | Nicht Bewerben sondern Executive Brand, Sichtbarkeit, digitale Kompetenz, smarte Strategie | (Audio-)Nachrichten als Direktkontakt zu Entscheidern | >35 Jahre innovative Mentorin
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Feedback ist das Lebenselixier einer jeden Mentoring-Beziehung, wie dieser Beitrag treffend darlegt. In meiner Rolle als erfahrene Karriereberaterin betone ich stets die Wichtigkeit eines offenen und konstruktiven Feedbacks. Es ist eine Gelegenheit, sowohl zu lernen als auch zu wachsen. Die F?higkeit, sowohl positives als auch konstruktives Feedback anzunehmen und zu geben, ist ein Zeichen professioneller Reife. Es erm?glicht nicht nur die Feststellung von Fortschritten, sondern auch die Identifikation von Verbesserungsbereichen. Ein respektvoller Austausch von Feedback tr?gt wesentlich zur Entwicklung einer tiefgründigen und effektiven Mentoring-Beziehung bei.

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6 Reciprocate and network

A mentoring relationship is not a one-way street, but a mutually beneficial exchange of value, knowledge, and support. You should reciprocate and network with your mentor, and offer them something in return for their time and effort. You can share your insights, ideas, or resources, or introduce them to your contacts, or help them with their projects or challenges. You can also network with your mentor, and leverage their connections, referrals, or endorsements to expand your professional opportunities. You can also network with other mentees or mentors, and learn from their experiences and best practices.

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7 Here’s what else to consider

This is a space to share examples, stories, or insights that don’t fit into any of the previous sections. What else would you like to add?

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Nisha Nair

LinkedIn Top Leadership Voice | Strategic HR Head - Inspire, Adapt & Lead| Diversity Thought Women Leader| Lead Strategically to shape cultures | Mentor| Empower Others on the Way Up
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Making a good connection with a mentor when we're just starting our career is about being humble, curious & genuinely interested. It starts by showing real interest in our mentor's experiences & wanting to learn from them. Don't be afraid to ask for guidance; share our goals & progress by treating mentorship like a two-way street where both of us can learn & grow. Attending industry events, joining professional groups & involving in discussions naturally expands network. Be patient, let relationship develop naturally & focus on learning/ growing together. Being humble, enthusiastic & committed will help us not only build a strong professional connection but also establish a mentorship that lasts beyond the early stages of our career.

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Iman Hayder

HR Specialist | HR Manager & Business Partner |HR Operations ,Recruitment & head hunting , Payroll and Succession Planning .CIPD L 5
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Establishing an effective network with a mentor in the early stages of your career involves being proactive, showing genuine interest, and seeking guidance. Initiate conversations, express your career goals, and actively listen to their advice. Demonstrate a willingness to learn and apply feedback, while also offering value through your enthusiasm and dedication. Regular check-ins and expressing gratitude for their guidance help nurture a strong mentorship relationship.

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5 Give and receive feedback

6 Reciprocate and network

7 Here’s what else to consider

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