Networking

Tip Two - Discover Mentors & Reach Out

Mentorship can also feel like an abstract concept, so how do you go about making these kinds of connections? Here’s some advice:

1. Introduce yourself.

   It’s best to go to one of these industry leaders with an introduction of who you are, how you found them,

2. Ask a specific question.

   For example, you might ask for feedback on a feature or page you’ve created.

3. Follow up.

   If they respond with advice or some kind of action item, then act on it! You’ll want to apply their advice and then follow up by showing them your new design or by telling them the impact their advice had.

It’s a simple process really! When you have a mentor you feel integrated into your field, you expand your network, and you have someone in the industry that’s had exposure to your work who has potential for hiring you or recommending you to someone in their network.

If you’re feeling uncomfortable with reaching out directly to people you don’t know well, then start contributing to group conversations on LinkedIn or on any of the groups you join.