Applications open · Spring 2026
The program matches paid subscribers from Friends of Lenny's Newsletter for a 12-week mentorship cycle.
Mentors usually work with one mentee for three 45-minute sessions.
Or apply as both.
You'll need an active paid subscription to participate. Not subscribed yet? Subscribe here.
The strongest signal is what people say after they've gone through it: the matches feel thoughtful, the advice is specific, and the conversations are useful right away.
Mentors and mentees from
“Amy was a great match not only because of her experience and career stage but also for how good a mentor she was. She is empathetic, listened actively, asked appropriate and relevant questions, shared knowledge, and is also a fun and kind person.”
“I couldn't match with someone better than Josh. He's been A M A Z I N G!”
“Karen was a perfect match for my initial request. She asked thought-provoking questions and offered a valuable perspective.”
“Such a great experience mentoring for the first time!!! This cohort deeply impacted me.”
“My mentor was responsive and very encouraging; she met me where I was at every session and tried to offer the support that was the most timely and useful to me.”
More questions? See the full FAQ or contact us.
If you're a current paid subscriber, you can apply as a mentor in about 5 minutes.
Questions before you apply? Read the FAQ or contact the team.
