Mentorship…Kick Start 2010 with a Mentor

Many times we as business owners will reach our plateau before we achieve full success. To achieve the next level of success it’s a great idea to get a mentor and often it does not cost anything – just time and commitment. Today’s business environment is more competitive than ever.

What are you going to do differently to compete? Who is holding you accountable to your goals?

First things first, do your homework when looking for a mentor. Ask questions, talk to others that have worked with that person. Mentorship is about trust. You must trust this person because you are relying on their coaching to grow you and/or your business.

What is a mentor?

A mentor will hold you accountable. They will work with you one on one to determine the steps and or processes to accomplish your goal. No goals, a mentor will help you set them and hold you to it.
A mentor should be someone that has achieved the success you seek. It goes without saying you want a mentor that has walked the walk and can back up their suggestions because they have achieved that level of success.
A mentor can help you in the development of your ideas. Hopefully the mentor you select has the experience needed and can tell you from previous experience what worked and what didn’t.
A mentor is on the outside looking in and may ask questions you didn’t think of. Mentors typically are not emotionally involved. They will advise you on those hard questions that often we do not want to face but are necessary.
A mentor may have contacts that will benefit your business. Due to the fact that mentors are experienced, hopefully experienced in your area of expertise, they probably have a network of many that can benefit you.

What’s in it for the mentor?

Being a mentor also provides a way to learn and grow skills.
Being a mentor can keep you on your toes. Maybe you have gotten so comfortable in your business or career you have become lackadaisical.
Being a mentor creates a feeling of accomplishment. When your mentee achieves the success that the two of you outlined, how kewl is that?
Being a mentor is giving. When we give we receive. It’s always a good practice to share your knowledge to help others, it’s a win win for everyone.

There are several more reasons to seek a mentor or to be a mentor. Hopefully this will inspire you to seek one or be one. If you are an insurance agent, check out Katz Mentorship Program. If you don’t have a mentor, now’s the time to start considering it. If you are looking to give back and help someone, consider being a mentor. Twitter is a great place to start researching, such a great place to find people from all walks of life.

Of course, I mentor financial professionals and insurance agents. If you are looking to grow your business and help other business owners achieve their goals – here is more information about my program- visit here.

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