Be The Mentor Who Mattered

Name: Be The Mentor Who Mattered
ISBN: 978-1962834575

by Colleen Stanley, LeAnn Thieman

Publisher

Wisdom Editions

Publication

Oct 10, 2025

Format

Paperback/Softback

Illustrated

Price

$18.99

Dimensions

6 x 9 x 0.59 in

ISBN

978-1962834575

ASIN

1962834573

Pages

236

Age

Adult 18+

Rights Sold

🌍 World Wide Rights Available

Description

The One Thing That Changes Everything: Showing Up for Someone Else.

We live in an age of connection without community. Social media keeps us plugged in but leaves us lonely. Information floods our screens, yet real guidance seems rare. The truth? The world is in desperate need of mentors—ordinary people willing to make an extraordinary difference.

In Be the Mentor Who Mattered, internationally recognized speakers and bestselling authors Colleen Stanley and LeAnn Thieman share a bold invitation: step into the role that could change someone's life—and your own. Drawing on inspiring, true stories from business leaders, nurses, athletes, military veterans, artists, parents, and neighbors, Stanley and Thieman reveal that mentorship doesn't require a title, a program, or a lifetime commitment. Sometimes, it's one conversation, one moment of encouragement, one act of belief that sparks transformation.

Inside, you'll discover:
• Why mentorship is no longer a “nice-to-have” but a “must-have” in today's fractured world.
• How to spot—and seize—mentor moments that can quietly alter the course of someone's life.
• Inspiring real-life accounts of resilience, courage, and the ripple effect of guidance.
• Practical ways to offer wisdom, encouragement, and “tough love” that empowers others to rise.
• How becoming a mentor can reignite your own sense of purpose and connection.

Whether you're a CEO or a student, a parent or a peer, you already have what it takes to be the mentor who mattered. Not by doing more—but by doing something for someone else. If you've ever wondered whether you can make a real difference, this book will convince you: you can.

The only question is—will you?

You don't have to change the whole world. Just change someone's world. Start today

Awards & Endorsements

Praise

This book is a must read for not only business leaders but really anyone that is looking to be a mentor. It’s a masterclass in the quiet power of mentorship. Colleen and LeAnn don’t just talk about the importance of guiding others, they show it through meaningful human, often unforgettable stories that span small towns, classrooms, boardrooms and hospital rooms.

—Logan Eaton, Executive Vice President of Sales, National Land Realty

Praise

After three influential books on sales, Colleen Stanley turns inward—and outward—with Be the Mentor Who Mattered, a timely, tender, and practical guide to answering the world’s call for connection. With wit, warmth, and wisdom, she and LeAnn remind us that mentorship isn’t just a business strategy; it’s a human necessity. This book doesn’t just teach you how to mentor; it inspires you to matter.

—Jacyn Meyer, Instructor – Business School, University of Colorado Denver

Praise

Having worked with Colleen for many years, I can attest to her drive, commitment, expertise, and authenticity in the world of sales and sales management. The message from Colleen and co-author LeAnn Thieman is simple: Share what you have to share, ask for what you need. It’s the doing that is hard. This book offers a path to improve our ability to listen, learn and offer freely. Take the path…

—Chuck Smith, Executive Director, Chief Executive Network

Praise

I believe everyone is created for greatness—I’ve always believed it. When I reflect on the role this belief has played in shaping mentorship in my life, I don’t think about the formality of “mentorship.” I think about the many people who brought out the best in me and this book reminds all of us that serving, loving and caring for others is powerful and it matters.

—Julie Jackson, Senior Vice President, BSN Sports

Praise

I was surprised—and delighted—that a sales powerhouse like Colleen chose to write about something as simple yet profound as mentoring. This book deeply resonated with me, sparking deep reflection and taking me down memory lane. I was reminded of the mentors who lifted me and mentees who gave me more than I ever expected.

—Mary Tafuri, Global Enablement Executive & Advocate for Human-Centric Leadership

Praise

We’ve been taught at an early age to find a mentor, and to this day I continue to talk to my mentors…the ones who pushed me, molded me, guided me, and the ones who’ve just been an ear to listen. Colleen and LeAnn’s new book pushed me to think more about my mentors and how I can continue to foster and enrich my connections with them. Enjoy and apply the wisdom and storytelling in this book.

—Lauri Denison, Global Lead, Education and Development, Varian

Author(s)

Colleen Stanley

Colleen Stanley is president of SalesLeadership and the author of Emotional Intelligence for Sales Success and Emotional Intelligence for Sales Leadership, with her work published in eight languages. Recognized as a leading authority on emotional intelligence in the sales profession, she was named one of the top eight sales influencers of the 21st century by Salesforce. For five consecutive years, Global Sales Gurus has ranked her among the world’s top ten, awarding her the #1 spot in 2024. Today, Colleen is leading a new movement to reawaken the power of mentorship.