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Welcome to active personal engagement.
The style of mentorship, consulting, and coaching I do introduces the concept that learning is a life-long process.
In much the same way, that as humans we learn in different ways, understanding the importance in how we engage the learning process and finding which style is sustainable is a key element of the work I do.
For most of us, that means accepting that we can operate from more than one perspective in a world that focuses on binary thinking. We just need to be ready to push through the “linear thinking trap” and meet life as a more abstract or nonlinear path and look at success yet one new creative path to journey on.
That is why, MentorSF offers an approach that supports learning from an individual perspective, a professional one, and a social one. I like to think that true personal and professional success is about “living life from both sides of your brain“.
Working with me is based on a consultation approach that will help you stretch, exercise, and condition the “learning brain”. With the objective being growth, expansion, and development of a useful and rich experience. I tend to see change as an engagement and active experience. One that encourages you to own this experience as an active partner. Make that first move and reach out to me and let us find out the best fit for you. Check out the membership-free Engage! blog archives to read up on what interesting tips, tools, and tidbits I find worth sharing as I get ready to launch a new look and features during 2026-2027.
— Frank
Who is MentorSF for?
- It is for anyone with the desire to learn, grow, explore, and ultimately thrive.
- For those of you with a need to engage more personally, socially, or professionally.
- Someone thinking about planning for life changes,
- Those that find themselves on unstable footing need extra support navigating toward success or through challenging times.
What’s New in 2026?
MentorSF and its founder Frank Strona is entering a new chapter.
After more than 22 years in federal public health, I retired from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in August 2026. I will continue my work through MentorSF as an educator, advisor, speaker, and sexual health advocate, with a focus on practical learning, thoughtful change, digital communication, and helping people and organizations navigate what comes next.
- One new feature in planning is ability to offer direct support to State, City, Tribal and National partners on way to integrate new media technologies to expand and reach populations.
- I’m also developing new writing, media, and learning projects for 2026–27.
- Stay tuned for the launch of a new hosted podcast, new blog features, and hopefully a brand new website!
- For consulting, speaking, training, or collaboration inquiries, contact Frank@MentorSF.com.
Remember – stay true to your internal campus during these changing times, even when things don’t go your way, it is an opportunity you can turn into a win. Be gentle with yourself and stay engaged!
A look back – 2018 and my first TEDx!
In June, or 2018, I was asked to do TEDx talk as part of TEDxProvincetown series, sharing some of the lessons that we can take with us when we engage and follow our own path. I am humbled and honored to be sharing the stage with some incredible folks. The full playlist is now live on the TEDxPtown Youtube channel. Well worth taking a few minutes to check out all 10 speakers.
My personal TEDx Talk can be seen from my archived Engage! post or online here
As always, Thank You for visiting. Please email me at Frank@MentorSF.com for details or to schedule an appointment.
“Frank Strona is a trailblazer: combining innovation & real-time experience to support new ideas that inspire, engage and motivate learnings of all ages to reach a new level of personally defined success, social balance, and digital maturity.”
— Jennifer T, Corporate Manager