TechCrunch
JANUARY 22, 2021
In an unprecedented work environment defined by distributed teams and virtual-only communication, two co-founders think their 2018 bet reigns truer than ever: mentors need mentorship, too. Christine Tao and Lori Mazan , the brains behind Sounding Board , want to train any leader within an organization to be a better leader.
Both Sides of the Table
JANUARY 6, 2014
I’ve written a few posts about boards recently as part of a series on the subject. I should note that my friend Brad Feld has written a new book on the subject that I would recommend if you want the bible on the topic. Mentorship. Offering a sparring-partner function on strategic decisions.
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Smart Hustle Magazine
JULY 8, 2021
Guy Raz’s book “ How I Did It ” unpacks the journey of so many entrepreneurs. A partner can be a great sounding board as well. Not a mentor, not a paid consultant but a sounding board who’s directly invested into the growth of YOUR (and their) business. Mentorship. However, be careful.
Both Sides of the Table
NOVEMBER 8, 2011
We have significant VC commitments (listed below) – every entering company will get $50,000 in funding, mentorship from top VCs and successful entrepreneurs plus free office space. The first two years of the program focused on education & mentorship. Cramster – Acquired by Chegg the leading online book rental company.
Entrepreneurs' Organization
FEBRUARY 9, 2022
Contributed by Robert Glazer , the founder and chairman of the board of Acceleration Partners , a global partner marketing agency and the recipient of numerous industry and company culture awards.
Both Sides of the Table
AUGUST 18, 2010
The concept comes from a Stephen Covey book called “ First Things First ,&# which is a worthwhile book ( Wikipedia overview here ) but if you haven’t read his seminal book “ 7 Habits of Highly Effective People &# you should start with that. I founded a mentorship group called Launchpad LA.
Both Sides of the Table
MARCH 23, 2014
And I spoke with the CTO of another great company I used to be on the board of and enlisted his support in potentially being an advisor to one company. The best way is to ask somebody you respect to meet and make it clear you’d like a short meeting just to learn and get mentorship. You have to select carefully.
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