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How to Find a Mentor When You Lack Confidence
In this episode, Lucas and Luna tackle a hidden barrier to mentorship: self-doubt. They explore how low confidence stops talented professionals from even reaching out to potential mentors, and share a practical framework used by career coach Dr. Sarah Ellis — the 'Five-Second Rule for Mentorship Requests.' Lucas cites a 2023 LinkedIn survey where 42% of professionals admitted they didn't ask for mentorship because they felt they weren't 'ready.' Luna pushes back on the idea that mentees need to be impressive, and together they break down a real case: a junior…
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