Why do mentors do it? In their own words.
GrowthMentor mentors give their time for free, and they tell us they get plenty back. In their own words: the lightbulb moment on a founder's face, a sharper brain, a wider circle of people, and the good feeling of passing on help they once got themselves.
What do mentors say they get from it?
- The lightbulb moment. "The best feeling is the lightbulb moment, when their confusion is suddenly gone and they know what to do next." Vassilena Valchanova
- A sharper brain. "GrowthMentor is exercise for the brain." Barbara Stewart More in does mentoring make me better at my own job?
- Giving back. "A mentor I met by chance is the entire reason I became a founder. Getting to be on the giving end of that now is a real privilege." Vas Daskalakis More in paying it forward.
- New people and new markets. "Every call is a window into how another market works." John Kiskipelis More in who you'll meet.
- It goes both ways. "I learn as much from them as they do from me." David Kelly
How do members say thank you?
With reviews. After a call, the member can leave a review on your profile, in their own words. "The most rewarding part is helping a founder, then seeing a review about how it actually moved their business." Daniel Johnson
Does it help my reputation?
Yes. Your profile is public, and so are the thank-yous on it. See how mentoring builds your personal brand.
Is there recognition for mentors who give a lot?
Yes. Your rank follows your reviews, from Newbie to Midas at 100. Midas mentors are invited on the Midas Trip to Greece.
Will I meet other mentors?
Yes. Mentors meet each other at in-person events and on the Midas Trip. You can also book calls with other mentors yourself. See booking calls as a mentor.
Where can I read more from mentors?
We publish mentor stories, each one a mentor telling it their own way. Thinking about joining them? Apply to be a mentor.
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