diff --git a/README.md b/README.md
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@@ -49,4 +49,5 @@ First of all, please familiarise yourself with the [libcontainer Principles](PRI
 
 If you're a *contributor* or aspiring contributor, you should read the [Contributors' Guide](CONTRIBUTORS_GUIDE.md).
 
-If you're a *maintainer* or aspiring maintainer, you should read the [Maintainers' Guide](MAINTAINERS_GUIDE.md).
+If you're a *maintainer* or aspiring maintainer, you should read the [Maintainers' Guide](MAINTAINERS_GUIDE.md) and
+"How can I become a maintainer?" in the Contributors' Guide.