{"id":2666,"date":"2021-07-23T13:47:09","date_gmt":"2021-07-23T08:17:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.skillovilla.com\/?p=2666"},"modified":"2021-07-30T16:51:23","modified_gmt":"2021-07-30T11:21:23","slug":"can-having-a-mentor-boost-your-career-growth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.skillovilla.com\/blogs\/can-having-a-mentor-boost-your-career-growth\/","title":{"rendered":"Can having a mentor boost your career growth?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The question above arises in the mind of every individual who is looking forward to a bright future. There is no hesitation in saying that you are more likely to be successful when you have people to guide you. According to a report<\/a>, 79% of millennials believe that mentoring is crucial for their career development. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

A mentor stands by your side like a friend directing you towards your path and helping you achieve your goal. While a mentor\u2019s role is to guide the mentee, the mentee should adhere to their advice and open up with problems. He\/she needs to value the time spent in mentoring and show the zeal for learning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, In what ways does a mentor benefit your career? <\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n
  1. In defining your career goals<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n
    \"Mentor<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    A good mentor observes and helps you reflect on your interests and empathizes with what you truly want to accomplish in life. Their guidance can do wonders while charting out a career plan that ensures optimum utilization of your talent. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    2. Your career risks are minimized<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    \"Mentor<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    A mentor is more experienced than you are and has in-depth knowledge of the field. With their experience and expertise, they help minimize the risks and losses with better alternatives. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    3. Makes you more disciplined and committed<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    \"Mentor<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    You might go easy on yourself and deviate from your aim but a mentor ensures that you stick to your commitment and progress towards your goal. They keep a regular track of your development and challenge you with new tasks that widen the spectrum of your approach to things. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    4. Honest feedback<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    \"Mentor<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    At times when you doubt your results, a mentor gives you honest feedback with logical arguments. They not only help you know your limitations but also suggest ways to overcome them.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    5. Fresh viewpoint<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    \"Mentor<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    When you are stuck in a situation where you feel clueless, discussing it with a mentor aids your state as he\/she helps you with a newer and broader perspective.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    6. Opportunity to work with a specialist<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    \"An<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    If you are aware of the kind of field you should choose, having a mentor from the same field or someone who has already achieved what you aspire to, gives you a chance to work with your ideal. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    7. Networking <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    \"A<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    A mentor helps you expand your network by sharing his\/her industry connections, which in turn might bring an array of new opportunities.
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    How should you choose a mentor? <\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n

    Now that you know the benefits of working with a mentor, you might consider having one, but picking the right mentor is always a tricky task. Here are certain points that you should keep in mind while you choose a mentor for yourself. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    1. Be clear of your expectations<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    You must consider your objective: <\/p>\n\n\n\n