Mentors

Starting a new job or college course can be a daunting experience, especially if you're moving into an entirely new field. Sometimes you just need to talk to someone who's been there before, and that's the premise of this site.

This social enterprise website is all about connecting people with mentors who can guide them through the trials and tribulations they will face. Whether you want to become a mentor and pass on your pearls of wisdom, or you want the support of an understanding person who knows what you're going through.

There are currently almost 5,000 mentors registered with the site covering subjects as wide ranging as family and relationships to vocational training and choosing a career. And if you can't find a mentor on your subject, the website invites you to send out a call for help.

Use the menu on the left to scan the categories, then scroll through the available mentors to read their profiles. If you find one you want to contact, you'll need to register, which requires a mobile number for them to send a verification code to. The service is also only available in certain countries, but there is a good global coverage.

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