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How to Build a World-Class Network
09:26 - 20:24 (10:58)
Instead of asking someone to be your mentor, reframe the question to ask how you can get people who you aspire to be like to respect you and want you to succeed. Reach out to them genuinely and sparingly, with specific questions and indications of what you have tried to answer them yourself.
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Bestselling author and podcast host Tim Ferriss shares some tips on how to reach out to successful people for advice or mentorship.
09:26 - 15:05 (05:39)
Summary
Bestselling author and podcast host Tim Ferriss shares some tips on how to reach out to successful people for advice or mentorship. He suggests being specific, respectful of their time, and showing initiative.
ChapterHow to Build a World-Class Network
Episode#363: Tea Time with Tim — How to Find Mentors, Decrease Anxiety Through Training, and Much More
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The speaker discusses tips and strategies for building a strong network quickly, including repurposing existing content and playing the long game.
15:05 - 17:22 (02:16)
Summary
The speaker discusses tips and strategies for building a strong network quickly, including repurposing existing content and playing the long game.
ChapterHow to Build a World-Class Network
Episode#363: Tea Time with Tim — How to Find Mentors, Decrease Anxiety Through Training, and Much More
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
Instead of looking for a mentor, aspiring entrepreneurs should focus on earning the respect of those they aspire to be like, which may lead to a mentor-like relationship.
17:22 - 20:24 (03:02)
Summary
Instead of looking for a mentor, aspiring entrepreneurs should focus on earning the respect of those they aspire to be like, which may lead to a mentor-like relationship. Handwritten letters are unnecessary and may not be practical for exchanging contact information.