My-mentor.ru

My-mentor.ru is a Russian human resources platform that connects students and young professionals with experienced mentors for career development. The project operates as a social initiative where mentorship is provided free of charge, aiming to unite generations through knowledge transfer. It offers various formats including mentorship lounges, breakfasts with mentors, individual coaching, and office tours.

The platform matches students with mentors based on their specific professional requests and career goals. For individual mentorship, the team selects a mentor who fits the student's needs, which can range from a single meeting to long-term collaboration. The process emphasizes a personal approach rather than standardized training methods.

The company organizes 'Mentorship Lounges' featuring short speaker presentations followed by group discussions where students ask questions. They also host 'Breakfasts with a Mentor' in central Moscow restaurants for small groups of 5 to 15 people, offering a more intimate atmosphere for career advice.

My-mentor.ru arranges 'Mentorship Offices' which are excursions to top companies in Moscow. During these visits, students observe the actual work environment, meet company representatives, and ask questions about hiring processes and career building directly from the employers.

The duration of mentorship varies depending on the goals set by the participants and the availability of the mentor. On average, the interaction lasts between 2 to 3 months, though this period can extend if both parties decide to continue working towards their objectives.

While personal meetings are encouraged to foster better understanding, communication is flexible and can occur via phone, email, video chats, or other convenient methods. The company notes that all communication costs are borne by the participants themselves.

The website states that unlike coaching, which follows standard processes, mentorship is highly personal and depends on both the mentor and the mentee. The mentor acts as a role model or example for imitation, whereas a trainer simply transfers specific information without deep involvement in the learning process.

Confidentiality is guaranteed when participants sign a mentorship agreement outlining the principles for maintaining privacy. Additionally, mentors must adhere to the confidentiality policies of the organizations they represent during their interactions.

The project is led by Sergey Sherstsen, the co-founder and Director of Partnerships, along with Anastasia Zaverayeva as the Operations Director. The team also includes Nvard Asatryan as the Event Manager, Anastasia Kim as the Graphic Designer, and Maria Treugubenko as another Event Manager.

The website references the mentorship of Aristotle and Alexander the Great, Steve Jobs and Mark Zuckerberg, Warren Buffett and Bill Gates, Harvey Specter and Mike Ross, and Christian Dior and Yves Saint Laurent. It also mentions the ancient Pythagorean mentorship pyramid involving Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle.

The platform aims to help individuals determine if they are on the right career path, identify how to share their unique skills, and find ways to enter their desired fields. It also assists in building a strong professional reputation through guidance from experienced mentors.

The business encourages visitors to follow their Telegram and VKontakte (VK) social media profiles to receive important announcements and updates about upcoming events and program changes.

The company explicitly mentions hosting 'Breakfasts with a Mentor' in restaurants located in the center of Moscow, providing a central meeting point for students and experts.

The mission is to facilitate professional and career development for school students, university students, and young specialists through communication with more experienced mentors. They believe mentorship is a unique opportunity to efficiently realize one's potential.

The official website of My-mentor.ru is my-mentor.ru.