807 how to find a mentor, build future-proof skills & selling your ideas at work

Want a mentor but don’t know where to start? Struggling to sell your ideas to senior leaders? Wondering what skills actually matter in a world of AI and constant change?

In this episode of this is work, Shelley is joined by her guest, Adrian Smith to answer your career questions, they unpack:

👉🏼 How to find a mentor (without making it awkward or overly formal)

👉🏾 Why you don’t need “one” mentor — but mentoring moments

👉🏽The 3 skills that will future-proof your career

👉🏿 How to sell your ideas inside a business

👉🏽 How to influence senior leaders (without being “that” person)

👉🏿 Why curiosity might be your biggest career advantage

If you want to stay relevant, grow your confidence and have more impact at work — this episode is for you.

Connect with Shell on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelley-johnson/

If you lead teams, check out Shelley’s business, Boldside: https://www.boldside.com.au/

Shell & Glen’s book 'Sort Your Career Out & Make More Money' is available here: https://amzn.to/4k3YSrr

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