Become a Global Guru

Mentor Globally. Inspire Boldly.

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What it Means to Be a Global Guru?

Behind every confident student is someone who believed in them first.

As a Global Guru, your voice becomes that spark. You’ll be paired with a student who’s committed to our mindset bootcamp and is ready to grow. Your perspective could help them land a job, shift a mindset, or build a legacy of their own.

Global Gurus are professionals who’ve lived or led across cultures, industries, and borders. They serve not just as advisors, but as catalysts.

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Global Guru Benefits

Mentorship is an art, a science—a commitment. But if you’ve got what it takes, we’ll make it worth it.

Inspire Emerging Talent

Guide someone at a pivotal moment in their global career journey.

Expand Your Reach

Share your insight across borders and industries.

Join an Elite Community

Be recognized as a Founding Global Guru—an early builder of something meaningful.

Do It on Your Terms

Commit to five one-hour sessions over 5 months. That’s it.

Who We’re Looking For

Global Gurus are mid-to-senior level professionals with international experience, such as

Working/living abroad

Leading global or virtual teams

Speaking multiple languages

Studying international business, policy, or related fields

Previous mentorship experience

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A Known Quantity,
An Exclusive Group

Open Mindset’s Founder, Stacie Berdan, has built a network of global thinkers. It’s a community of people who care deeply about international connection and cultural intelligence, and who appreciate the types of skills essential for individual success, as well as for the strength of American business and the global economy.
The Founding Global Gurus are all part of Stacie’s network. an exclusive group of globally-tested leaders with a desire to give back.

Soon, we’ll be seeking others inspired to become a Global Guru. Watch this space.

How the Global Guru Process Works

Feeling inspired to become a Global Guru? Here’s what happens next:

Get nominated as a candidate.

Complete a short profile and orientation.

Get matched with a student aligned with your background.

Conduct 5 sessions across 5 months.

Share a brief reflection when your mentorship concludes.

Why I Said Yes to Becoming a Global Guru

Every Guru’s story is different. But their mission is the same. Hear from some of them:

“My first international assignment changed the trajectory of my career. It expanded my network, sharpened my ability to earn trust, and showed me how leadership transcends borders. The lessons I learned working across cultures have been just as valuable here in the US—and continue to drive my career.”

- Arsheya Devitre, Brookline

“Learning a new language and adapting to a new culture allow you to build bridges of understanding and empathy with those around you with ease and comfortability…whether they live halfway around the world or across the street.”

- Christine Schulze, Moorhead

“Every time I leave the US, I’m reminded of how big the world is and how much more is out there—people to connect with and learn from, new ideas to absorb, different ways of approaching work and life. This has helped me broaden my thinking and approach problems from alternative sides to end up in a stronger place.”

- Betty Berdan, Boston

“Nothing teaches you faster than getting a little lost in another country. Global exposure gives young professionals more than stories for their résumés — it gives them curiosity, adaptability, and the superpower of seeing the world through someone else’s eyes.”

- Liesl Riddle, Washington, DC

“As a relative latecomer to international immersion, I found that engaging with global cultures honed my adaptability and perspective, unlocking professional opportunities and new collaborative networks. This exposure invigorated my personal interests and opened new pathways to global connections and enduring pursuits.”

- Ben Levin, Boston

“Having an open mind and heart is enhanced when you step out into the world to experience connection. It has been my fuel for life and for my career. Curiosity and Integrity have been the main ingredients to cultivate relationships that are invaluable to me.”

-Stephanie Wright, Paris

Want to Know More About Global Gurus?

Learn about the process and our founding cohort of Global Gurus.

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