Mentorship Unlocked

The Science and Art of Setting Yourself Up for Success

Published by Wiley

As the workplace evolves, our mentorship strategies need to keep pace. Mentorship Unlocked offers new insights on establishing and nurturing mentor relationships in today's fast-changing environment. This essential guide helps you quickly find your network of mentors who can boost your career path. Loaded with templates, scripts, personal anecdotes, and real-world examples, it's a comprehensive, step-by-step tool for building meaningful connections with mentors who match your lifestyle goals, helping you reach your career goals faster. Authored by a top mentorship expert and groundbreaking entrepreneur, Mentorship Unlocked focuses on aligning personal values with professional achievements.

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Praise for Mentorship Unlocked

  • "Building strong relationships with great mentors is essential to any professional's success. But approaching a mentor can be intimidating. Omadeke will take you by the hand and walk you through a step by step process of how to do this in a way that will enrich your life, and your mentors. Remember, you are not asking for help--you are asking a person to make a wise investment in you, one that will leave your corner of the world a better, less lonely place."

    Kim Scott, Bestselling author of Radical Candor

  • "Mentorship Unlocked is a practical guide with tangible advice everyone can use to get the most value from a mentoring relationship."

    Shellye Archambeau, author of UNAPOLOGETICALLY AMBITIOUS

  • "Mentorship Unlocked is the book I wish I had at the start of my career. Janice Omadeke effectively demystifies the otherwise elusive nature of mentorship. Drawn from her own experience and extensive research, this is a practical guide to finding and working with mentors that will help you grow. It helped me rethink my own role as a mentor."

    Chris Hyams, CEO of Indeed

  • "As I reflect on my own journey, I can attest to the transformative power of mentorship. The guidance and wisdom shared by mentors played a pivotal role in shaping my business. Mentorship Unlocked resonates deeply with those carving their own path in the business world. Its sincere, focused content provides the tools needed for creating strong mentor relationships. An invaluable read for anyone aspiring to reach new heights in their career.”

    Kendra Scott, Founder, Kendra Scott

  • "Mentorship Unlocked is like a coffee chat with a trusted mentor, tailored for women entrepreneurs. It's approachable, blending personal experiences with practical strategies. No matter where someone is in their career, this well-crafted work enables leaders to engage their entrepreneurial instincts to shape mentoring strategies aligned with who they really are.”

    Jan Ryan, Serial Entrepreneur, Board advisor

  • "Mentorship Unlocked is your go-to guide for navigating the changing world of mentor-mentee relationships in today’s work environment. Written by one of Austin's most impressive entrepreneurs who is literally the global thought-leader in this all-important practice of mentoring, this book is packed with personal stories, practical tools, and useful examples that show you how to make meaningful connections without losing your true self. Whether you’re climbing the corporate ladder, carving out a creative niche, or starting your own thing, Mentorship Unlocked has got your back in helping you hit your goals and find success."

    Hugh Forrest, Chief Program Officer, SXSW

  • “Mentorship Unlocked is an extremely insightful and comprehensive guide to tapping into mentorship as an invaluable resource for career building. Whether you’re a mentor, mentee, or both, Omadeke’s fascinating anecdotes and precise, thorough analysis makes Mentorship Unlocked an engaging and thoughtful page-turner.This book is a must-read for anyone and everyone who wants to build fruitful professional relationships.”

    Bestselling author of Dream Big and Win and Founder and CEO of the Elizabeth Elting Foundation

  • In Mentorship Unlocked, Janice Omadeke vividly brings to life the link between mentorship and growing career confidence. It’s an insightful read for professionals looking to make bold, strategic bets in their careers. The book’s blend of real-life examples and strategies is empowering and enlightening.

    Selena Rezvani, Bestselling author of Quick Confidence: Be Authentic, Boost Connections, and Make Bold Bets on Yourself

  • “Mentorship helps make any career more satisfying and rewarding. Mentorship Unlocked provides the wisdom and tools to cultivate meaningful and productive relationships between mentors and mentees – and help both parties grow.”

    Scott Sonenshein, best-selling author of Stretch and co-author of Joy at Work

  • "Mentorship Unlocked offers a refreshing, mindful approach to building career relationships. It skillfully navigates the complexities of today's work environment with a focus on personal growth and awareness. A must-read for anyone seeking a meaningful career journey."

    Chip Conley, Founder and CEO, Modern Elder Academy, and bestselling author

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What You’ll Learn

Discover the Seven Essential Mentors: Learn about the seven key types of mentors you need in your career for diverse support and guidance.

Find and Choose the Right Mentors: Get practical strategies for identifying mentors who align with your personal and professional goals.

Master Effective Mentor Meetings: Gain insights into conducting confident, productive meetings with your mentors for mutual benefit.

Approach Potential Mentors with Confidence: Learn the best ways to ask someone to mentor you, setting clear expectations for a successful relationship.

Identify the Ideal Mentor Match: Understand how to determine if a potential mentor is the right fit for your career aspirations and personal values.

Mentorship Essentials for Entrepreneurs: Discover the specific types of mentors that entrepreneurs need for navigating the unique challenges of starting and growing a business.

Become an Influential Mentor: Explore key principles and strategies for developing your own effective mentor identity and making a lasting impact.

Why I wrote Mentorship Unlocked

A short glimpse into the heart of the book and what makes it different

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