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How to ask someone to mentor you | It's Your Yale

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Once you’ve thought through your choice, you’re ready to ask someone to mentor you. Here’s how to do it. In your email: Schedule an initial conversation. Ask your potential mentor if he or she can make time for an hour meeting with you. You don’t want to be rushed, and you want plenty of time for the other person to ask you questions about your goals, etc. Clearly describe the guidance you’re seeking (The Ask). This is where that preliminary brainstorming on your part will help you articulate just what you have in mind. Describe what advice or guidance you are seeking and for what purpose. Is it to help you navigate your current department politics or are you seeking to apply to a different position? Are you thinking about going back to school and are not sure what area of study to focus on? Think about this and articulate up front what you are seeking. Confirm your willingness to do the necessary work and follow-through. There’s nothing more frustrating than mentoring someone who does

How to Ask Someone to Mentor You | It’s Your Yale Skip to secondary menu Skip to main content Show all breadcrumbs Mentoring In This Section How to Ask Someone to Mentor You Once you’ve thought through your choice, you’re ready to ask someone to mentor you. Here’s how to do it. In your email: Schedule an initial conversation. Ask your potential mentor if he or she can make time for an hour meeting with you. You don’t want to be rushed, and you want plenty of time for the other person to ask you questions about your goals, etc. Clearly describe the guidance you’re seeking (The Ask). This is whe

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