--- title: "FTF Exchange Podcast: What It Really Means to Mentor the Next Generation of Capital Markets Professionals" description: Discover how to redefine mentorship with Janice Kitzman's insights on the FTF Exchange Podcast, focusing on trust, curiosity, and impactful cross-generational connections in capital markets. image: https://blog.ftfnews.com/hubfs/GettyImages-1640698351.jpg --- [Skip to content](https://blog.ftfnews.com/performance-measurement-client-reporting-content/from-sticky-notes-to-success-stories-what-it-really-means-to-mentor-the-next-generation-of-capital-markets-professionals#main-content) Thu, Aug 28, 2025 # FTF Exchange Podcast: What It Really Means to Mentor the Next Generation of Capital Markets Professionals ![Picture of Janice Kitzman, Independent Consultant](https://blog.ftfnews.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Janice%20Kitzman.jpeg?width=50&name=Janice%20Kitzman.jpeg) [Janice Kitzman, Independent Consultant](https://blog.ftfnews.com/performance-measurement-client-reporting-content/author/janice-kitzman-partner-at-cascade-compliance) Share: [facebook-f icon](http://www.facebook.com/share.php?u=https://blog.ftfnews.com/performance-measurement-client-reporting-content/from-sticky-notes-to-success-stories-what-it-really-means-to-mentor-the-next-generation-of-capital-markets-professionals) [linkedin-in icon](http://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https://blog.ftfnews.com/performance-measurement-client-reporting-content/from-sticky-notes-to-success-stories-what-it-really-means-to-mentor-the-next-generation-of-capital-markets-professionals) [Twitter icon](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?url=https://blog.ftfnews.com/performance-measurement-client-reporting-content/from-sticky-notes-to-success-stories-what-it-really-means-to-mentor-the-next-generation-of-capital-markets-professionals) [pinterest-p icon](http://pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https://blog.ftfnews.com/performance-measurement-client-reporting-content/from-sticky-notes-to-success-stories-what-it-really-means-to-mentor-the-next-generation-of-capital-markets-professionals) [envelope icon](mailto:?body=https://blog.ftfnews.com/performance-measurement-client-reporting-content/from-sticky-notes-to-success-stories-what-it-really-means-to-mentor-the-next-generation-of-capital-markets-professionals) [← Return to Pre-Event Content](https://blog.ftfnews.com/performance-measurement-client-reporting-content) A conversation with Janice Kitzman of Cascade Compliance 56:21 - ### Click the play button above to explore mentorship, reimagined through curiosity, connection & career growth. **Think you know what it means to be a mentor? Think again.** Most people get it wrong, believing it's about having all the answers and creating mini versions of themselves. What if the best mentors are actually the ones asking questions instead of giving answers? It’s time to forget the old-school advice and get ready for a fresh perspective. In this episode of the *FTF Exchange Podcast*, Janice Kitzman, partner at Cascade Compliance, offers a refreshing take and her real-world insights on mentoring the next generation of performance measurement professionals. But here's the thing - these principles work whether you're in operations, compliance, technology, or just starting your career in capital markets. Discover how sticky notes, curiosity, and even a little therapy can unlock hidden potential. Whether you're a seasoned leader or just starting out, learn to find the perfect mentor (or become one) and build meaningful relationships that drive career growth. **What You’ll Take Away From this Episode:** - **Mentorship Redefined:** Why mentoring isn’t just giving advice across a desk - **Building Trust:** Creating safe, honest, and productive relationships - **Cross-Generational Connections:** Why “back in my day” is a conversation killer - **Lead with Curiosity:** The questions that actually spark growth - **Overcoming Tech Resistance:** Coaching managers through AI adoption - **Monthly Meetings That Stick:** Habits that drive consistent progress - **Avoiding Mismatches:** How to spot the wrong mentor or mentee - **Real-World Impact:** Stories of mentorship that changed careers --- **NOTES FROM THIS EPISODE** **Resources & Mentions:** - [*Dare to Lead* by Brené Brown](https://brenebrown.com/hubs/dare-to-lead/) *(vulnerability and authenticity expert)* - [*Leadership and Self-Deception* by The Arbinger Institute](https://arbinger.com/store/leadership-and-self-deception/) - [*Let Them* by Mel Robbins](https://www.melrobbins.com/book/the-let-them-theory/) *(motivational speaker/author/podcaster)* - [Books by Simon Sinek](https://simonsinek.com/books/) (leadership expert) - [Books by Adam Grant](https://adamgrant.net/books/) (organizational psychologist) - [Mel Robbins Podcast](https://www.melrobbins.com/podcast/) - [Women in Performance Measurement mentoring program](https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14156726/) Plus: Use code **MENTOR** for 10% off an annual FTF News Annual Subscription [Performance Measurement](https://blog.ftfnews.com/performance-measurement-client-reporting-content/tag/performance-measurement), [Mentorship](https://blog.ftfnews.com/performance-measurement-client-reporting-content/tag/mentorship), [Career Growth](https://blog.ftfnews.com/performance-measurement-client-reporting-content/tag/career-growth) ## Share your thoughts and stories on mentorship: ## Related posts [![](https://blog.ftfnews.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Janice%20Kitzman%20Cue%20Card%20Blog%20Image%20-%20PMCR%202025_Compressed.jpg?height=200&name=Janice%20Kitzman%20Cue%20Card%20Blog%20Image%20-%20PMCR%202025_Compressed.jpg)](https://blog.ftfnews.com/performance-measurement-client-reporting-content/cue-card-questions-with-janice-kitzman) [Performance Measurement](https://blog.ftfnews.com/performance-measurement-client-reporting-content/tag/performance-measurement), [Client Reporting](https://blog.ftfnews.com/performance-measurement-client-reporting-content/tag/client-reporting), [Data Management](https://blog.ftfnews.com/performance-measurement-client-reporting-content/tag/data-management), [Performance Analytics](https://blog.ftfnews.com/performance-measurement-client-reporting-content/tag/performance-analytics), [securities operations](https://blog.ftfnews.com/performance-measurement-client-reporting-content/tag/securities-operations), [Artificial Intelligence (A.I.)](https://blog.ftfnews.com/performance-measurement-client-reporting-content/tag/artificial-intelligence-a-i), [Mentorship](https://blog.ftfnews.com/performance-measurement-client-reporting-content/tag/mentorship), [Career Growth](https://blog.ftfnews.com/performance-measurement-client-reporting-content/tag/career-growth), [PMCR](https://blog.ftfnews.com/performance-measurement-client-reporting-content/tag/pmcr), [Cue Card Interview](https://blog.ftfnews.com/performance-measurement-client-reporting-content/tag/cue-card-interview) ## [Cue Card Questions with Janice Kitzman: Staff Development, SEC Deregulation, and Artificial Intelligence Integration](https://blog.ftfnews.com/performance-measurement-client-reporting-content/cue-card-questions-with-janice-kitzman) ![Picture of Janice Kitzman, Independent Consultant](https://blog.ftfnews.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Janice%20Kitzman.jpeg?width=50&name=Janice%20Kitzman.jpeg) [Janice Kitzman, Independent Consultant](https://blog.ftfnews.com/performance-measurement-client-reporting-content/author/janice-kitzman-partner-at-cascade-compliance) Mon, Oct 6, 2025 [Read more](https://blog.ftfnews.com/performance-measurement-client-reporting-content/cue-card-questions-with-janice-kitzman) [![](https://blog.ftfnews.com/hs-fs/hubfs/GettyImages-1446273841.jpg?height=200&name=GettyImages-1446273841.jpg)](https://blog.ftfnews.com/performance-measurement-client-reporting-content/ftf-exchange-podcast-women-in-performance-measurement) ## [FTF Exchange Podcast: Women in Performance Measurement](https://blog.ftfnews.com/performance-measurement-client-reporting-content/ftf-exchange-podcast-women-in-performance-measurement) ![Picture of Frances Barney Knutsen, CFA](https://blog.ftfnews.com/hs-fs/hubfs/1516927448200.jpg?width=50&name=1516927448200.jpg) [Frances Barney Knutsen, CFA](https://blog.ftfnews.com/performance-measurement-client-reporting-content/author/frances-barney-knutsen-cfa) Thu, Feb 13, 2025 In this episode of the FTF Exchange Podcast, host Nick Holland sits down with Frances Barney... [Read more](https://blog.ftfnews.com/performance-measurement-client-reporting-content/ftf-exchange-podcast-women-in-performance-measurement) [![](https://blog.ftfnews.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%E2%80%98Performance%20Measurement%20Found%20Me%E2%80%99.jpg?height=200&name=%E2%80%98Performance%20Measurement%20Found%20Me%E2%80%99.jpg)](https://blog.ftfnews.com/performance-measurement-client-reporting-content/performance-measurement-found-me) [Performance Measurement](https://blog.ftfnews.com/performance-measurement-client-reporting-content/tag/performance-measurement), [Client Reporting](https://blog.ftfnews.com/performance-measurement-client-reporting-content/tag/client-reporting), [Artificial Intelligence (A.I.)](https://blog.ftfnews.com/performance-measurement-client-reporting-content/tag/artificial-intelligence-a-i), [Ops Automation](https://blog.ftfnews.com/performance-measurement-client-reporting-content/tag/ops-automation), [PMCR](https://blog.ftfnews.com/performance-measurement-client-reporting-content/tag/pmcr), [Client Services](https://blog.ftfnews.com/performance-measurement-client-reporting-content/tag/client-services) ## [‘Performance Measurement Found Me’](https://blog.ftfnews.com/performance-measurement-client-reporting-content/performance-measurement-found-me) ![Picture of Michael Beck, CIPM, CAIA, CFP(R), Consultant](https://blog.ftfnews.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Michael%20Beck%20headshot.jpg?width=50&name=Michael%20Beck%20headshot.jpg) [Michael Beck, CIPM, CAIA, CFP(R), Consultant](https://blog.ftfnews.com/performance-measurement-client-reporting-content/author/michael-beck-cipm-caia-cfpr-consultant) Tue, Feb 17, 2026 Michael Beck, an independent consultant, comments on the changes he has seen in a profession that... 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