We can all agree that it is beneficial to have an established and successful person guiding us in our personal and professional lives. Mentorship relationships have to develop organically. They aren’t relationships you can simply swipe right on. The key is to find someone you trust who believes in you and encourages you to do your best. Mentorship isn’t a one sided relationship, it is mutually beneficial. Becoming a mentor can be incredibly empowering and rewarding. Mentorship is a long-term relationship so you’ll both have time to grow and learn from one another. Finding a mentor isn’t an easy or fast task but, by reaching out and building your network, you’re likely to grow your confidence and impress someone who will want to invest in your career. Learn the many benefits of mentorship.

Benefits of Being a Mentor:

• Pass down invaluable information that might not be otherwise attainable
• Offer advice and help create a career path for the mentee
• Improve interpersonal skills through building trust, listening, empathizing, and providing feedback
• Develop leadership and management skills
• Reinvigorate your professional life and passion for your career

Benefits of Becoming a Mentee:

• Learn how to receive and learn from feedback
• Improve interpersonal skills
• Take control of your life by learning how to set goals and achieve them
• Gain insight through learning about your mentor’s personal experiences
• Get advice on your specific questions

The jury is still out on whether people should ask someone to be a mentor, or let the relationship evolve naturally. We think you should find someone you trust, and start asking them for advice organically. You don’t ask someone if they’ll be your friend, so don’t ask if they’ll be your mentor. Just let it happen.

Reese Evans the founder of Yes Supply Co.