Look for someone in your field who is four to seven years ahead of you, says Sharmadean Reid
I enjoy sharing my knowledge, but being a leader is about continual learning, and we all need support to thrive. Look for someone in your field who is four to seven years ahead of you: someone you admire, someone who has clearly used a specific strategy to get ahead. It may be a well-known person, or it may be someone at your workplace. Get in touch ask if they have time for coffee and to tell you their story. Prep your meeting by identifying some key areas in your work with which you are struggling, and drop your concerns into the conversation. Do they become animated and excited to help and share, or do they furrow their brow at the pain of having to be of service?
I recently met an incredible ex-newspaper editor and now business adviser, and I wanted to be around her again to learn more. She was forthcoming with her advice, and although she hadn’t built a startup herself, she was passionate about technology. I was sold.
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