Why You Need a Business Mentor and How to Find One | Part 1 of 2

They've "Been There and Done That"

Perhaps the most obvious benefit of finding a business mentor is that you can learn from their previous mistakes and successes. To find a mentor, you first need to develop the skills of following up, adding value and being proactive. A mentor offers you the invaluable perspective of a seasoned professional. Your mentor can be an informal source of valuable guidance.

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What age is best to seek a mentor for business and for life?

"A key strategy of successful people has always been to ask for recommendations from trusted advisors and mentors"

A mentor might be invaluable to you at any point in your life, and the age at which you need them to be is totally flexible. If you're considering a mentorship, it's best to start now. Building a business takes a huge amount of hard work, but also luck and a lot of risk. Before investing in their own businesses, a key strategy of successful people has always been to ask for recommendations from trusted advisors and mentors.

Always keep in mind that having a mentor is a two-way street. Ask your mentor questions and don't be afraid to ask basic or hard questions. Asking for and demanding advice from an experienced business veteran might seem very hard to do for a young person starting out on their career, but your attitude will also show your mentor that you are confident enough to ask questions, and that you have a strong desire to succeed.

Why Do You Need a Business Mentor

How do you know if you need a business mentor? A mentor can help you stay focused on the important things. Most people lack the self-discipline to focus on their most important priorities

Business mentors are there to help you learn and grow as a business owner, and ultimately create a successful business. They can offer a unique perspective on challenges and opportunities that you otherwise would have had no other way of seeing.

The more successful you are at following up and improving your communication skills with your mentor, the more likely you are to continue a successful business relationship. Maintaining a healthy working relationship with your mentor is much easier if you find yourself motivated by your own personal growth and improving the lives of your customers. (#mentor #advisor)

History is full of famous people who were also mentored along the way, and you can be too!

How to Find a Business Mentor

While hiring a Mentor is an option and you can find one from many professional firms and consultancies, it's often recommended by successful business leaders that you first look for a mentor within your close circle of family, friends, and acquaintances. You need to trust your mentor 100% with no room to doubt their intentions.

Business mentors don't need to be highly qualified. Experience is more important than PhDs.

How to find a Business Mentor within your family and friends?

Business mentors don't need to be highly qualified. Experience is more important than PhDs. If you know someone who has a background in the field or knows someone who is highly competent, a family member or friend can serve as a much more valuable mentor than a professional who may have deep knowledge in the field.

Ask a lot of questions If you want to find a business mentor, you should ask. Most often, people won't even know someone who is a business mentor. Instead of being an advice seeker, asking questions will help you to build a strong relationship with your potential mentor. By asking questions, you will help your potential mentor to open up and share details of their journey with you. It's also better to ask as many questions as possible to better understand your mentor and what they do. Not only will your mentors be able to learn from your strengths, but they will also be able to provide you with a new perspective.

Finding a good mentor also doesn't mean you have to agree with everything they say. Your mentor could be a high caliber professional who has mastered the lessons you are working on. If you find a mentor who agrees with everything you do, you probably need to find some else who tells you where your mistakes are.

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