Explore every episode of the podcast The Dr. Karyn Podcast: Business Leadership, Relationships & Mental Health

One mentor changed my life. For over 20 years, Tony Chapman, Hall of Fame marketer and founder of two award-winning agencies, has guided me in business and in life. So I couldn't think of a better way to kick off The Dr. Karyn Podcast. Today, we share how we made it work, and how you can find a mentor who changes yours.

Where are you thriving, and where are you stuck? Take the free 5-minute Scorecard to find out: https://dkleadership.org/scorecard

In this episode:

- What kind of mentor you need at each stage of your career and life
- Why mentoring still matters in a world of Google and AI
- How to find a mentor, set it up, and ask the questions that make it work

About Tony:

One of the most recognizable voices on branding, consumer behaviour, and the future of business. Founder of award-winning agencies Communiqué and Capital C, inducted into three industry Halls of Fame, host of the award-winning podcast Chatter That Matters, founder of Chatter AI, and weekly commentator on TV and radio.

Thanks to our sponsors:

- Maple Leaf Foods: https://mapleleaf.ca
- Muskoka Woods: https://muskokawoods.com/drkaryn

Links:

- Tony Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonychapmanreactions/
- Chatter That Matters podcast: https://chatterthatmatters.libsyn.com/
- Free Scorecard: https://dkleadership.org/scorecard
- The Three Chairs (Book): https://www.amazon.com/dp/1949642690
- Success Intelligence With Dr. Karyn (Leadership Operating System): https://dkleadership.org/SI

Chapters

00:00 Tony Chapman Introduction
03:29 Tony's Career Journey, Mentorship Lessons
10:48 Dr. Karyn And Tony's Mentoring Relationship
21:17 The Cultural Lie About Mentoring
26:18 The Evolution of Mentorship
31:42 Overcoming Challenges, Defining Success
37:10 Finding the Right Mentee, Benefits Of Mentoring
42:58 Finding A Mentor, Authenticity & Confidence
47:54 Starting & Structuring A Mentorship Relationship

Launching October 2026