Startup Mentor Manifesto
Niall Brady
I help CTOs at global media and technology organisations deliver cost efficiencies in excess of ￡30m while also driving significant audience growth, by leading complex digital transformation programmes effectively.
1. Empower, Don't Dictate
I will guide entrepreneurs to find their own solutions, not impose my own. My role is to illuminate paths, not to choose them.
2. Listen First, Advise Second
I commit to active listening, understanding the full context before offering advice. The entrepreneur's voice is paramount.
3. Share Experiences, Not Just Opinions
I will draw from my own successes and failures to provide valuable insights, recognising that my experiences are not universal truths.
4. Foster Growth Mindsets
I will encourage continuous learning and adaptability, helping mentees embrace challenges as opportunities for growth.
5. Maintain Ethical Standards
I will uphold the highest ethical standards, ensuring all advice and actions align with integrity and respect for others.
6. Embrace Diversity and Inclusion
I commit to supporting entrepreneurs from all backgrounds, recognising that diversity drives innovation and success.
7. Stay Current and Relevant
I will continuously update my knowledge of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to provide timely guidance.
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8. Encourage Calculated Risk-Taking
I will help entrepreneurs assess risks objectively and support bold moves when backed by sound reasoning.
9. Network with Purpose
I will leverage my network responsibly to open doors for mentees, always respecting boundaries and mutual benefit.
10. Celebrate Successes, Learn from Failures
I will champion my mentees' achievements and help them extract valuable lessons from setbacks.
11. Promote Work-Life Balance
I will advocate for sustainable business practices that consider the well-being of founders and their teams.
12. Foster Independence
My ultimate goal is to make myself unnecessary, empowering entrepreneurs to become self-reliant leaders.
13. Commit to Confidentiality
I will respect and protect the sensitive information shared with me, maintaining trust as a cornerstone of the mentorship relationship.
14. Lead by Example
I will embody the principles I teach, continuously striving for personal and professional growth.
By adhering to these principles, I aim to be a catalyst for innovation, a pillar of support, and a trusted advisor in the entrepreneurial journey.
To get you started, I've created a tool that will help you clarify where you may need help, and gives you actionable steps on how to improve. Click on this link to take the Success Review and identify your blind spots. https://niall-88qvc0bf.scoreapp.com