How to acquire a mentor.
frame the conversation for help as an opportunity for both of you.
emphasize to structure the knowledge sharing in a way that minimizes the disruption to the experts schedule.
Create an action plan that outlines near term and ultimate goals and steps required to achieve them along with suggested deadlines. http://d.pr/i/1gY7R
Action Plan Outline
Observation
Immediate Goal: 2 Months
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To-Do
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Practice
Short-term Goal: 6 Months
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To-Do
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Partner & Problem Solve
Midterm Goal: 12 Months
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To-Do
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Take Responsibility
Midterm Goal: 12 Months
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To-Do
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