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Hi there! My name is Sebastiano, and I'm an experienced engineering leader with a passion for helping others grow in their careers. I'm currently an Engineering leader at Meta, I've previously served as a Director of Engineering at Upwork and held leadership roles at companies such as Pinterest, PayPal, Snap, โ€ฆ

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Vikas is an accomplished engineering leader with 20+ years of experience, he has a proven track record of success in multiple leadership roles across startups and large organizations (Facebook, Amazon, Mastercard). Throughout his career, Vikas developed a deep understanding of the technical aspects of engineering, coupled with strong business acumen โ€ฆ

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Scientist, entrepreneur, writer, and technologist. I am currently a Senior Machine Learning Engineer at Planet Labs PBC, where I am part of the Applied Machine Learning team. I also have a PhD in computational astrophysics, and a BSc in applied physics & applied mathematics. After my PhD, I cofounded an โ€ฆ

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I'm John, an experienced engineering leader passionate about helping others grow in their careers and scale their impact. Over the past decade, I've led teams at companies like Instagram and Patreon, building products from early-stage MVPs to platforms used by millions of people. As a mentor, I offer guidance and โ€ฆ

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Hi! I am a technology (EdTech) founder with a background as an award-winning UI/UX and visual designer with experience working at Fortune 500 companies and top creative agencies. Following a decade-long corporate career, I took on an entrepreneurial path and founded Path Unbound, a UI/UX design school dedicated to training โ€ฆ

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Hola! I'm a Senior Product Designer with 6+yrs experience in the field, providing mentoring services to new and mid-senior designers. I have a passion for teaching. I have taught over 200+ students about UX/UI and product design. If you are a solo designer in your company facing the challenge of โ€ฆ

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Hi! I'm a marketing professional with 10+ years of experience in accelerating growth ๐Ÿš€, strategic positioning ๐ŸŽฏ, brand building, campaign management, and team building in both B2C & B2B start-ups. My achievements: โ€ข Raised 30+ Million USD on Kickstarter. โ€ข Grew two communities to become the largest in the region โ€ฆ

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โœ… Top Mentor ๐Ÿ‘‹ Hey, I'm Mert, 5+ years of experience in AI and Data Science - and I've been right where you are in the tech world. I started in a non-technical role in Turkey, and the journey to where I am today, working with NLP tech and generative โ€ฆ

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Q: What is Startup Mentoring? 

A: Startup mentoring involves experienced entrepreneurs guiding new founders through the challenges of launching and growing a startup. Startup Mentors provide insights on business strategy, product development, market fit, and fundraising to help startups succeed.โ€‹

Q: How Does Startup Mentoring Work? 

A: On MentorCruise, startup mentorship connects you with seasoned mentors who offer:โ€‹

  • Personalized guidance through 1-on-1 calls and chats.โ€‹

  • Feedback on business plans, pitches, and strategies.โ€‹

  • Assistance with navigating startup challenges and decision-making.โ€‹

  • A tailored mentorship plan aligned with your startup goals.โ€‹

Q: What Are the Benefits of Startup Mentoring? 

A: Engaging with a MentorCruise startup mentor can:โ€‹

  • Accelerate your business development and growth.โ€‹

  • Provide access to valuable networks and resources.โ€‹

  • Offer objective perspectives on your startup's direction.โ€‹

  • Enhance your leadership and entrepreneurial skills.โ€‹

Q: How Do I Find a Startup Mentor? 

A: To find the right startup mentor on MentorCruise:

  1. Define your specific mentorship needs and objectives.โ€‹

  2. Browse our selection of experienced startup mentors.โ€‹

  3. Compare profiles, ratings, and reviews to find the best fit.

  4. Start with a trial session to assess compatibility.

  5. If there’s compatibility, commit to ongoing mentorship to achieve your startup ambitions.

Q: Can a Startup Mentor Help with Fundraising? 

A: Yes, MentorCruise startup mentors can assist with fundraising by:โ€‹

  • Refining your pitch deck and investor presentations.

  • Developing strategies for approaching investors.

  • Providing insights on valuation and term sheets.

  • Preparing you for investor meetings and negotiations.

Q: Is Startup Mentoring Suitable for Established Businesses? 

A: Yes. Startup mentoring benefits:โ€‹

  • Early-stage startups seeking guidance on initial challenges.โ€‹

  • Scaling businesses aiming to expand operations and market reach.โ€‹

  • Established companies looking to innovate or pivot in the market.โ€‹

Q: What Areas Can Startup Mentors Provide Guidance In? 

A: Our startup mentors offer expertise in areas such as:โ€‹

  • Business model development and validation.โ€‹

  • Market research and competitive analysis.โ€‹

  • Product development and user experience.โ€‹

  • Marketing strategies and customer acquisition.โ€‹

  • Financial planning and resource management.โ€‹

Q: How Long Does a Typical Startup Mentorship Last? 

A: The duration of startup mentorship varies based on individual needs. Some entrepreneurs seek short-term guidance for specific challenges, while others engage in long-term mentorship to navigate ongoing business development. MentorCruise offers flexible plans to accommodate different requirements.

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