Here's a list of high-impact questions you should consider asking a mentor during your meeting:
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- Can you tell me about your career path and what led you to your current role?
- What were some of the biggest turning points or decisions in your career?
- Were there any failures or setbacks that taught you something valuable?
- What trends or changes are you seeing in your industry right now?
- How do you stay current and continue learning in your field?
- Are there any skills you think will be essential in the next 3–5 years?
- What skills helped you the most in progressing professionally?
- What do you think are my biggest strengths and areas I should focus on developing?
- Are there any books, courses, or resources you’d recommend?
- How do you approach big career decisions or transitions?
- What’s one thing you wish you had done earlier in your career?
- What do you consider when evaluating new opportunities or roles?
- How do you build and maintain professional relationships?
- What advice would you give on personal branding or standing out?
- Are there events, groups, or networks you’d recommend I join?
- What do you expect from a mentee to make this relationship valuable for both of us?
- How can I make the most of our time together?
- Would you be open to reviewing my resume, portfolio, or LinkedIn profile?
- Looking back, what advice would you give to your younger self?
- What’s the best piece of career advice you’ve ever received?
