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How to find your focus in the creative industries
Aum was pulling in several directions at once. Here's how his mentor Nikolaj helped him work out which ones were worth backing.
Learning to see your value
Liz joined the Sony Positive Influence programme not knowing if she had a future in the creative industries, here's how her mentor Grace helped her find one.
Breaking the Class Ceiling: Kudei’s "My Maiden Speech" at Parliament
Discover how our mentee Kudei challenged the class ceiling at the Houses of Parliament through the Speakers Trust My Maiden Speech programme.
The Fawn Response in Creative Careers: Interview with Meg Josephson
Mentee alumni Salma Abouelela interiview therapist Meg Josephson on her new book Are You Mad at Me? and how the fawn reponse shows up in the creative industries.
The Lasting Impact of Mentorship: Grace Stevens on Creative Careers and Accessibility
Grace Stevens shares how her experience as a mentor inspired her to create her podcast How To Become A… and why it’s important to support accessibility into the creative industries.
How Mentorship Helped Me Bring My Creative Ideas to Life
Photographer and creative storyteller Dera shares how she brought two bold projects to life, from spontaneous film portraits in Paris to a self-directed 70s-inspired shoot. With support from her mentor, she moved from idea to execution and discovered the power of backing herself creatively.
How referral programmes limit social mobility
How you hire impacts who you hire. Whilst referral programmes seem like a sure fire way to find good people quickly, the long term impact can limit results, creativity, and profit.
Gusto Film & Creative Mentor Network
Gusto Film shared their experience of mentoring with us on Break the Wall with their mentor Tom Staniford.
Jamie Beckford: Documenting my Mentorship
At the start of his programme Jamie, an aspiring documentary maker, was given the opportunity to travel to New York with his mentor to the DOC NYC festival. He shares his story with us of his experience there, the time on his programme, and the documentary he is working on.
Making strides with brushstrokes: Annabelle’s creative journey
Mentee alumni Anabelle talks about her programme experience and how it has helped her develop her career as an artist
Welcoming new trustees to Creative Mentor Network
We are thrilled to welcome Louie St Claire and Jessica Holland to our Board of Trustees. Read about their appointment here.
Journey into Journalism: Madi’s visit to BBC York
Read about Madi’s experience mentoring experience and her insights from her visit to BBC York on a taster day.
The Difference Mentoring Can Make
Aaliyah Fozol, our Youth Advocacy Trustee, talks about the importance of mentoring and the impact it had on her own life
Celebrating Black Business Owners
This #BlackHistoryMonth we are celebrating mentees in our community on the journey to set up their own businesses. Read and celebrate their stories with us.
Break the Wall & The Impact of Mentoring
Learn more about our Break the Wall programme, and the impact it has on mentors and mentees in our latest case study.
Beyond the Lens: Showcasing exceptional talent
On Thursday 1st August, we worked with some of the filmmakers in our mentee community to host a film screening with a Q&A.
Result day reflections: access after education
Whilst record numbers of students from lower socioeconomic backgrounds are accepted to university, we must make sure students are given proper career support.
Young Blood in Demand: UK Employers Chasing Under-25s
New study shows that employers are most interested in hiring under 25 year olds, but what are the challenge in this?
Your Mentoring Era: Are You Ready For It?
Many people doubt there ability to become a mentor, but more people are ready to start this journey than they think. Are you ready to become a mentor?