Blake Robbins
@b
As I reflect on my own career, it's hard to imagine where I'd be if people didn't take early bets on me. I try my best to pay it forward, but I'm curious if anyone has ideas on to do it more intentionally. I've never had a formal "mentor," fwiw.
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meesh
@meesh
Being a mentor is the most rewarding thing. I’ve done it in numerous contexts as a designer—from teaching at bootcamps to ADPList and programs like Co.Lab, and now through First Round. The happy balance for me has been to join smaller communities and share your story…
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meesh
@meesh
Say you’re open to chatting more with aspiring builders, set up a separate calendar for it so you don’t get overwhelmed and bombarded. Just helping one person makes a massive difference because you’re changing their life.
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meesh
@meesh
Right now I’m primarily focused on my mentee for First Round, but I still set aside time for others (through the SuperHi community). Far less exhausting than teaching, ADPList, or Co.Lab.
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