James Mitra - How to Build Valuable Relationships (Slowly) and Why We All Need Mentors

My guest today is James Mitra, a new friend who I met after appearing on his podcast. James is clearly intent on doing business authentically, ethically, and for good, dedicating his free time to connecting those of us who are trying to grow with mentors. It became clear to me that he must have had some good mentors to have ended up like this, so I wanted him to tell you all about it.James Mitra is the Founder & CEO of JBM, an award-winning Executive Search firm that works with some of the world’s fastest growing startups and scaleups. He’s also the host of the popular 40 Minute Mentor podcast, and sits on the Board for the recently created ‘for good’ accelerator, Unrest.Listen as we discuss:Looking back at the impact the pandemic had on work and employment.Avoiding the transactional nature of recruiting and doing business.How he became the master of his own destiny through his career journey.The story of how he married his best friend since 11 years old.How James' boarding school education created his fondness for mentorship.Communities and relationships are built by thinking long term and moving slowly.Be driven by a value plan, not a business plan.The best advice he's heard on his podcast, 40 Minute Mentor.Instagram: @mo_gawdatFacebook: @mo.gawdat.officialTwitter: @mgawdatLinkedIn: /in/mogawdatWebsite: mogawdat.com/podcastConnect with James Mitra on Instagram @40minutementor. Don't forget to subscribe to Slo Mo for new episodes every Sunday and Thursday. Only with your help can we reach One Billion Happy #onebillionhappyYouTube: @mogawdatofficialInstagram: @mo_gawdatFacebook: @mo.gawdat.officialLinkedIn: /in/mogawdatX: @mgawdatWebsite: mogawdat.comDon't forget to subscribe to Slo Mo for new episodes every Saturday. Only with your help can we reach One Billion Happy #onebillionhappy

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Slo Mo is a series of conversations hosted by bestselling author and former Chief Business Officer of Google X, Mo Gawdat. With stunning honesty, Mo and some of his wisest friends explore the profound questions we all face in the pursuit of purpose in our lives. Achieving happiness and fulfillment is a lifelong journey, but step one is simple: slow down, and listen.