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Sometimes a door is just a door. But sometimes, a door is an opportunity. As I began my journey into leadership, I longed for a mentor, a guide who would navigate beside me as I found my footing. My chosen career path was a solitary one which meant I needed to actively search for assistance. As we sat in a coffee shop discussing my next move, the man who helped launch my writing career told me I was a nice lady, but not much of a leader. Instead of seeing a door close on my o