As in most professions, a good mentor can be revolutionary for a fundraising career and personal development. From being an inspirational guide to a supportive champion, mentors can nurture individuals to become the best versions of themselves.

Apart from the obvious benefits of learning from those with experience – gaining insight into not only their successes but also their failures – there is proven value of mentoring for mentees. According to a study by Harvard Business Review (HBR) of major US tech companies, mentees are promoted five times more often than those without mentors, with participation in mentorship programmes leading to a 25% increase in salary. Global management agency McKinsey and Company research indicates that employees in mentorship schemes are promoted 20% faster than their peers.