I Gave Away $0 Tech Mentorships... And Regretted It!

John from Titan of Tech addresses a concerning trend he's noticed on Reddit and LinkedIn, where aspiring tech and cybersecurity professionals believe they're entitled to free mentorships from senior leaders in the field. He argues that expecting free mentorship is unreasonable and discusses the value of investing in one's learning through paid resources and courses. Drawing from his experience, John highlights the limited impact of free mentorship compared to structured, paid learning paths and the importance of self-investment in professional development. He advises against the notion that senior professionals owe mentorship to newcomers and encourages individuals to take responsibility for their own growth and learning.

00:00 Introduction to a Troubling Trend in Tech Mentorships
00:55 Debunking the Myth: Free Mentorship Expectations
01:51 The Value of Teaching and Learning in Tech
02:33 Why Free Resources Aren't Always Enough
03:31 Personal Experiences with Mentoring in Tech
06:44 The Realities of Investing in Your Tech Education
11:16 Navigating Free vs. Paid Learning Resources
12:15 Conclusion: Taking Ownership of Your Learning Journey

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