Facility managers are often promoted because they’re dependable—then left to figure everything else out on their own. You’re expected to handle the burst pipe, the staffing shortage, the budget squeeze—and somehow also build a career. Rosemary Aho and Hunter Hying define self-mentorship as intentional ownership of professional growth, whether it be setting goals, seeking knowledge, reflecting on progress or holding yourself accountable. For facility managers, that accountability often starts with using professional events and peer networks more deliberately.
