Mentorship Testimonials & Quotes

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We're lucky enough to serve thousands of mentees and received an average rating of 4.85 out of 5. See what everyone is saying.


"In just a few weeks, I feel a LOT more confident navigating the React world. Chris has been an excellent mentor."

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- Tom Ray

“My main goal was to get the guidance and learn from another experienced specialist. I’m keen to grow as fast as I can in my career and it’s great to have such platform like MentorCruise to help you.”


"I reached my goal very quickly – a lot quicker than I had expected. I owe a tremendous amount of credit to Jordi for challenging me, providing support, his positivity and accessibility."


“My mentor was the game-changer for me. When I started, I was like a fish out of water. It’s very difficult and inefficient to try and reinvent the wheel all by yourself.”


“Between now and 6 months ago, I feel like I improved as an engineer. Looking back, I took a huge step, beyond my expectations”


“MentorCruise changed my life. Having a mentor at my disposal for the fraction of the cost of a bootcamp during a global pandemic was a game changer.“

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Mentees reach their goals on average in about 3 months. Their comments speak for themselves.


"Meet brings a wealth of experience: he was instrumental in my better understanding some specific NLP tools and also brought excellent perspective on product testing. I look forward to working with him again."

- Mark about Mert Ozlutiras


"John is literally a godsend. In my experience, John has an answer for every question. He has an incredible amount of knowledge and resources that have come in so handy for me. John does it all, and more! Very pleased with my experience!"

- Jun Oh about John Smith


"In just a few months, I was able to clarify my next set of goals + gain some very valuable productivity/workplace techniques for both personal and work projects. It's great to have someone challenge you and encourage you to remain focused. Nuno's been a fantastic mentor in that regards. Highly recommend!"

- Ed about Nuno Coração


"Sam is a good teacher and can definitely help a young web developer move forward. For example, he helped me a lot to decipher the nasty error messages when working with TypeScript. "

- Marcus about Samuel Rafini


"Alex is a great mentor and he helped me prepare for my PM interviews and the results were great! "

- Amer about Alex Mitchell


"What sets you apart is not just your knowledge but your unwavering commitment to my growth and development. You've been incredibly patient, always taking the time to listen to my questions, concerns, and ideas. Your feedback has been constructive, actionable, and invaluable. I have grown not only professionally but also personally under your guidance. Thank You Wiktoria..!"

- Vipin about Victoria Przybylska


"Catalin is an amazing Mentor! He wrote a detailed plan to improve my skills , and he has been completely accessible through the MentorCruise chat, email, etc. to answer any questions I've had. I really enjoy working with such a great Mentor. I would recommend Catalin to anyone that is looking into a Mentorship program! "

- Sara about Catalin Rosu


"Massoud is a great mentor. He provides strong partnership and very clear thoughts on marketing and website design. I'm really enjoying working with him."

- Edgar about Massoud Kheder


"Great to work with. Patient, empathetic, understanding and very knowledgeable!"

- Eric about Colleen Graneto


"I met Martin when I decided to find a mentor because I was doubting myself, my role, and my skills. Martin whose guidance and support have been invaluable to me in my journey as a Scrum Master/Project Manager. He has helped me and still assists me to navigate the complexities of my role and offer actionable insights and strategies that have proven invaluable in my day-to-day responsibilities. Throughout my time with Martin, I am able to build my confidence which is the most profound way where he has influenced me. I am immensely grateful to Martin for his unwavering support, guidance, and mentorship. He has played an instrumental role in shaping my journey as a Scrum Master/Project Manager, and I am deeply appreciative of his contributions. I wholeheartedly recommend Martin to anyone seeking a mentor who is not only knowledgeable and experienced but also genuinely invested in their mentee's success. "

- Charmaine about Martin Kuchař


"Eric has a deep knowledge of Product Management and did a great job of listening and providing ideas. "

- Kathy about Eric Crawford


"Taimur is an amazing mentor. He's very generous with his time and truly wants the best for me and my career. I can't recommend him enough."

- Billy about Taimur Sajid


"Neeran is very knowledgeable and I enjoy the mentorship since he splits the calls between theory and practice, which is a great way to learn and digest concepts! Neeran is very flexible regarding call schedules but also adapts his teaching style and pace depending on how I am progressing with my understanding/learning. He is always very encouraging and motivating! Thank you for all your support so far, I am really enjoying the development path that Neeran put together. He definitely has a clear vision and understanding which skills I need to develop to become an experienced and trusted cloud architect."

- Marie about Neeran Gul


"I'm working with Federico on SQL and Excel modelling and I can see why he was asked to teach a course on that. Awesome storyteller and instructor, with a ton of deep and real-life knowledge to pass on. A+++"

- Cindy about Federico Maffini


"I'm a mid-senior level developer that couldn't quite get over the system design interview hump for higher level interviews. Addy helped get me well over the line to feel confident in system design interview formats He also was a great help in coaching me on how to get better pay. All-in-all highly recommend Addy as a mentor"

- Amber about Addy Radwan


"Noah is an outstanding mentor. He is such a kind and patient mentor. I feel like he is really invested in my success and really cares. Besides, he is an experienced developer and has been really helpful. He encouraged to learn backend development. Highly recommended!"

- Daniel about Noah Glaser


"Thomas is an incredible mentor with a ton of expertise and knowledge. Thomas is very attentive, has great communication, and is a great person to talk to. I highly recommend Thomas as a mentor! "

- Kirill about Thomas Taranowski


"Reza is a good mentor who has always supported me and guided me with the question "

- QingYuan about Reza Fazeli


"He is really professional and knowledgeable. What he guided me is really worth for any frontend dev."

- Nuttakit about Manish Gharat


"Always willing to get the problem fixed and give informed suggestions/advice on how to avoid possible blockers in your devops process. Fantastic coach!!!"

- oluseyi about Neeran Gul


"An excellent mentor! Always positive, willing to help, and offers insightful advice. Responds promptly, even on weekends. Wholehearted recommendation for Harry!"

- Djuradj about Harry O'Connor


"I've had the pleasure of collaborating with Tanvi for several months now, and it has been an exceptional experience. Tanvi possesses an extensive understanding of data science and machine learning, consistently showcasing her expertise. Her ability to grasp the core of a question and deliver relevant answers is truly commendable. Furthermore, she has been instrumental in guiding me through the data science interview process, equipping me with valuable insights and helping me prepare effectively. I highly recommend Tanvi for her knowledge, professionalism, and support."

- Ramesh Reddy about Tanvi Gupta


"Itay has a perfect attitude when it comes to being a startup founder. He is an energetic but calm, creative thinker and makes sure you feel good on the way to the top. I got a lot of value from each mentorship session and would pick Itay as my mentor again every day of the week. Thanks, Itay!!"

- Amitay about Itay Forer


"Working with Carlos has been an excellent experience. I had some challenges with my Msc thesis, his guidance was instrumental in helping me successfully complete it. He also provided valuable insights and information about the data science field and the job market, which significantly broadened my understanding. Our meetings are always highly motivating, he send many helpful valuable resources and is flexible with meeting times despite his busy schedule. Even now, I continue to seek his advice for general career guidance, and I consistently find our discussions to be both insightful and impactful. I highly recommend working with Carlos!"

- Dalya about Carlos Pereira


"Praveen has the ability to layout and execute a plan to accomplish specific programming goals."

- Jp about Praveen Dubey


"I had the privilege of working with Moon Ma as my mentor, and I cannot express enough how valuable and enriching the experience was. Moon Ma's dedication to her role as a mentor is truly commendable. From the outset, Moon exhibited a genuine interest in understanding my goals and challenges. Her approach to mentorship is characterized by a perfect blend of empathy and expertise. She skillfully guided me through various obstacles, offering insightful advice and practical solutions. Collaborating with Moon was a seamless process. Her communication style is clear and encouraging, fostering an open and comfortable environment. What stood out to me was her ability to tailor our interactions to my specific needs, creating a customized mentorship experience that felt incredibly personal. Moon's wealth of knowledge in MCHL was evident throughout our collaboration. Her expertise provided me with invaluable insights and perspectives that significantly contributed to my professional growth. She not only shared her experiences but also encouraged me to explore new avenues, pushing me to expand my horizons. The impact of Moon Ma's mentorship on my personal and professional development has been profound. I have gained confidence, honed my skills, and achieved milestones I once deemed challenging. Moon's guidance has been instrumental in shaping my career trajectory. In conclusion, I wholeheartedly recommend Moon Ma as a mentor. Her passion for mentoring, coupled with her expertise, creates a transformative experience for those fortunate enough to work with her. I am truly grateful for the guidance and support she provided, and I believe anyone seeking a mentor in [specific field] would greatly benefit from Moon Ma's exceptional services."

- Corey about Moon Ma


"Mentoring with Lizzie has been the best thing for my career! When we started working together nine months ago, I was exploring a career change into solution architecture. Lizzie reached out to several people at Microsoft to learn what they look for in solution architects and even created a mock interview where she played the CEO and CIO of a Swiss chocolate company! (Be prepared for fun, candy-themed sessions with Lizzie! 🍫) After our Willy Wonka-inspired session, I realized that pre-sales solution architecture might not be right for me. Lizzie then suggested I reconsider transitioning back to general software engineering. Even though I had been a full-stack developer for six years, I don’t have a CS background (I majored in math), and I felt nervous about returning after two years away—especially while also working to improve my "people environment" (an important factor from the book "What Color is Your Parachute?", which Lizzie is familiar with!). One thing you should know about Lizzie is that she embodies the growth mindset to such an extent that you would think she studied directly under Carol Dweck (the originator of the concept). Even though I hadn’t studied data structures and algorithms before, Lizzie was unwavering in her belief in my ability to grow and learn. And it was her belief in me that gave me the confidence to pivot back to software engineering! Since then, we’ve tackled LeetCode (4 months), system design (1 month), and behavioral questions (ongoing). Lizzie always gently guides me forward without overwhelming me, and the process has been challenging but incredibly fulfilling! I’ve even had Amazon (AWS) reach out about potential opportunities. I honestly don’t think I would have made it this far without Lizzie! If you want an empathetic mentor who truly embodies the growth mindset, will champion you on your journey, and will help you get your own form of a golden ticket (did I mention Wonka-themed sessions? 🎩), you want Lizzie as your g"

- Bijan about Elizabeth Halper


"Rob is a quality mentor and I'm very happy I have this opportunity to learn from him. Thank you Rob! Thank you mentorcruise!"

- Peter about Rob Hitchens


"Abhishek is patient, understanding and always willing to help. I highly recommend."

- Jose about Abhishek Jakhar


"Akram has been a very knowedgable mentor who strived to impart knowledge to me & he did this excellently while he mentored me.. Can't recommend him highly enough.. "

- Opeyemi about Akram Riahi


"He provides guidance, support, and feedback with the relevant knowledge."

- Shaunjay about Sung Won Chung


"I would recommend Joana to anyway that has an interest in AI and has a clearly defined goal. She can certainly help you achieve it. She wants to help and is available. "

- rashid about Joana Santos


"It was great working with John as a UX mentor. I needed a boost to my resume and case studies and working with John accelerated my progress tremendously. He gave me great guidance and feedback as I was updating my materials. He is also incredibly organized and responsive. I hope to work with John again in the future. "

- Brooke about John Smith


"Navid is really great and easy to work with. He has amazing experience and gives very practical advise especially when it comes to job search and how to break it down and go about it. I have learnt more than I expected in these past few weeks."

- Mariam about Navid Scheybani


"Radek has an eye for detail and is very attentive to your question, goals and needs. This aspect of him, together with his immense experience and knowledge making him an amazing effective mentor. Can highly recommend!"

- Marvin about Radoslaw Gasiorek


"Great mentor, tries to accommodate around your schedule and tries to be thoughtful with his responses. "

- Chris about David Lee


"excellent mentorship"

- Femi about Dan Manners


"Exceptional mentor - very broad knowledge and expertise (security, engineering, cloud), flexible approach, generous with time, and always provides well thought out tailored advice."

- Vishal about Mike Thornton


"Karl consistently excels in providing timely responses and offers insightful advice, coupled with innovative solutions for the challenges I faced in my project. His profound professional experience and expertise make him an invaluable mentor."

- Charlie about Karl Schmidt


"Michelle is great :)"

- Sungin about Michelle Shea


"Branden is a great mentor I learn a lot."

- justin about Branden Lawrence


"Anika is a great mentor! She provides great feedback, support and always reaches out to offer help. I would recommend Anika to anyone looking for a mentor!"

- Waseem about Anika Mukherji


"Prior to my mentorship with Dylan, I had applied and been rejected to 40 positions. Dylan helped me totally revise my resume, cover letter, LinkedIn profile, and personal website. He also helped me with my job search strategy and prepare for interviews. Within 4 weeks of working with him, I received and accepted my first offer as a Software Engineer! "

- Steven about Dylan Israel


"Prateek was crucial at helping me navigate the different options in data related careers. He taught me the difference between data science, business analytics and business intelligence, in relation to my experience and goals. He also provided many learning resources that will help me achieve my goals. Highly Recommend Prateek."

- Edgar about Prateek Gurjar


"May has been of great help regarding product design. She goes above and beyond to help and has provided many additional resources. "

- Maddalena about May Chin


"Eric is a great mentor! "

- Abhishek about Eric Crawford


"Amazing mentor. Very knowledgeable and helpful."

- Daniel about Stephen Gabriel


"Really warm and clever, fantastic sessions with Anish. Really recommended. "

- Humberto about Anish Chakraborty


"Ayan has shared generously his experience. I'm glad I have chosen him as mentor. He has a very clear idea both on the profissional and on the technical side. This mentorship had been pivotal for building my expertise in Machine Learning, as a self-though data scientist."

- Llohann about Ayan Sengupta


"It was an amazing experience!"

- Gilad about Gus Veiga


"I came with a clear mindset about what I wanted to achieve. Hakki helped me understand my shortcomings and identify areas for improvement. With a short-term goal set, he worked tirelessly to help me accomplish it. Hakki is an excellent mentor; he listens to your problems, helps you understand them, and encourages you to think outside the box. He also constantly challenges you to improve yourself."

- Muhammad about Hakkı Kırmızı


"Vladimir is a great mentor, very supportive in my professional skills development journey in Cloud Dev Ops."

- Lawrence about Volodymyr Nickolaevich


"Anand is able to make complex concepts super simple and provides great resources to test your learning!"

- mohammed about Anand Safi


"Tizzi and I have been working together now for 6 months, with more sessions planned. She's an incredible, thoughtful and empathic coach, and a great listener who balances structure with flexibility intuitively during our calls. Conversations are always dynamic, and we cover a lot of ground during our 1-hour sessions: diving in on the details, and zooming out again to see the bigger picture to get clarity on feelings and goals. "

- Holly about Tiziana Floruss


"Words simply cannot express the immense impact that my John has had on my entrepreneurial journey. He has provided me with invaluable insights and taught me how to think bigger, grow both personally and professionally, and always keep the big picture in mind. I am truly grateful for his guidance and expertise, and I look forward to continuing to learn from him and absorb all of the knowledge that he has to share with me."

- Abu Bakarr about John Wilson


"I would recommend Loris to anyone for mentorship. He is very effective and quick to help you!"

- Antonis about Loris Rossi


"Having been with Nathan around the 5 month mark now I'm preparing to look for a junior role in DevOps. Nathan has helped me immensely not just with the technical side, but also with tips on my CV and active help in looking for suitable roles. Nathan's help stretches beyond just learning the role itself. It's been a good 5 months and I'd certainly recommend him as a mentor for anyone thinking about learning DevOps. "

- Khanh about Nathan Webster


"I highly recommend John as a mentor. He is well-prepared, supportive, and has a refreshingly positive attitude. I started the mentorship program during a difficult period in my career, and I needed not only career advice but also assurance that success was possible. John has been immensely helpful with both. John has shared valuable insights about career strategy, which have helped me to set achievable goals and develop a plan for my professional growth. With John's guidance, I feel more confident and motivated than ever before."

- Anca about John Smith


"From our first meeting, Nima and I established a collaborative and open relationship. We identified my challenges, which included understanding complex algorithms and applying them to real-world problems. Nima has diligently provided structured resources and guidance, reinforcing theoretical concepts. Nima sets the stage for each session by providing me with pre-reading materials. He then initiates a dialogue to assess my current understanding. From there, he clearly unfolds the complexities of the topic, creating an engaging learning environment where I feel comfortable asking questions and exploring ideas. His insightful responses and well-timed questions foster a deeper level of engagement, ensuring I'm not just following along but actively constructing knowledge. I consistently leave our sessions with fresh insights and a clearer understanding of the subject matter. This mentorship has been transformative, both personally and professionally. 1- I've gained a deeper understanding of machine learning principles and techniques. 2- I feel more prepared to tackle complex projects and overcome obstacles, thanks to the strong foundation Nima has helped me build. 3- Most importantly, Nima has reignited my passion for machine learning and inspired me to continue exploring this field with renewed enthusiasm. 4- I'm looking forward to applying these concepts in future hands-on projects under Nima's guidance. I am immensely grateful for Nima's guidance and support. His mentorship has accelerated my learning and instilled in me the values of lifelong learning, curiosity, and perseverance."

- Ghazi about Nima Tajbakhsh


"Leoson is an excellent mentor, he listens to you and from those conversations recommends the best learning path. He is affable, relatable and easy to talk to. "

- Jude about Leoson Hoay

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