Best Practice Advisory: How to Find a Vocational Mentor

Shout out to all of the recent graduates and soon-to-be graduates! You’ve graduated during a global pandemic, ignored violence & racial tension, and a global recession. How is it that you’re supposed to navigate your next step?

A Vocational Mentor. A vocational mentor is like the fairy godmother[/godfather/gender non-conforming person] that guides you through all of your vocational and career decisions. They can give candid advice about the mistakes they’ve made, advise you about what roles make the most sense for you, and even introduce you to people in your interested field. Most of all, a mentor believes in you and takes the time to help you win!

Now, how can you find this mentor? Well, they unfortunately won’t fall out of the sky. Take these steps to find your vocational mentor.

1) Think about what you need.

2) Do your Research.

3) Fine tune your ask.

4) Date Around.