The definition of a mentor, according to Webster's dictionary is a 'wise and trusted adviser'. He is more than just a person we occasionally discuss our problems with. He is a person who has a vested interest in our success and will do whatever he can to ensure that we reach our goals.
In most cases the mentor is the older of the two people. This does not have to be the case though. There are many things that young people know that older people have no clue about. One thing that comes to mind is the technical aspect of learning to do business via the internet. So let's not make any rash assumptions.
So let's say that this is the situation you find yourself in. You are a very bright person but you are not computer literate and you don't have any friends in your age bracket that can help you out. So what do you do? Well, you search out a person who is having success in the business that you are interested in.
O.K. So you have decided that you need a mentor. How do you go about finding one? There are a number of ways you could do this. First of all you could ask around for a suitable 'match'. You want to be specific regarding your needs. If you need someone to help you with internet marketing, for example, then you wouldn't be looking around for someone to help you with public speaking.
Also, reflect on the people you have come in contact with in the past. Do they have the experience that you are wanting to attain. Perhaps your friends have teenage children who are very savvy around computers and will be able to help you out a lot. Don't be discouraged if the person says 'no' and please don't take it personally. For a mentoring program to work it has to be mutually agreed upon.
Just keep on looking and the right person will come along!
I have read a great deal of autobiographies and most successful people have all had mentors and the wonderful thing is that when they became successful, they in turn mentored others. They all attributed their success to their mentoring program.
By being mentored, you will reach your goals must faster than any other way. Much satisfaction will be derived by both the mentor and the mentee. It will be extremely rewarding for all involved.
I have had a number of mentors over the years. I know that I would not have achieved the level of success that I now have without their knowledge and guidance. I cannot thank them enough for all they have done for me.
Jan Shimano - 15431
In most cases the mentor is the older of the two people. This does not have to be the case though. There are many things that young people know that older people have no clue about. One thing that comes to mind is the technical aspect of learning to do business via the internet. So let's not make any rash assumptions.
So let's say that this is the situation you find yourself in. You are a very bright person but you are not computer literate and you don't have any friends in your age bracket that can help you out. So what do you do? Well, you search out a person who is having success in the business that you are interested in.
O.K. So you have decided that you need a mentor. How do you go about finding one? There are a number of ways you could do this. First of all you could ask around for a suitable 'match'. You want to be specific regarding your needs. If you need someone to help you with internet marketing, for example, then you wouldn't be looking around for someone to help you with public speaking.
Also, reflect on the people you have come in contact with in the past. Do they have the experience that you are wanting to attain. Perhaps your friends have teenage children who are very savvy around computers and will be able to help you out a lot. Don't be discouraged if the person says 'no' and please don't take it personally. For a mentoring program to work it has to be mutually agreed upon.
Just keep on looking and the right person will come along!
I have read a great deal of autobiographies and most successful people have all had mentors and the wonderful thing is that when they became successful, they in turn mentored others. They all attributed their success to their mentoring program.
By being mentored, you will reach your goals must faster than any other way. Much satisfaction will be derived by both the mentor and the mentee. It will be extremely rewarding for all involved.
I have had a number of mentors over the years. I know that I would not have achieved the level of success that I now have without their knowledge and guidance. I cannot thank them enough for all they have done for me.
Jan Shimano - 15431
About the Author:
Jan Shimano was District Manager for Health & Welfare Canada for many years. She has also successfully represented clients at their Tribunal Hearings with the WSIB. She has had many years experience as a Nutritional Consultant and a Master Herbalist and is presently working fulltime as a Business and Health Coach and an internet marketer. She lives on Vancouver Island with her husband, Gerry.
