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 the majority of cases the mentor would be the older person. That is not necessarily always the truth though. It could be that an older person is needing to learn something new that most young people already know. For instance, the majority of young persons can find their way around the Internet without any trouble. Older people, who perhaps have only just purchased a computer, have no idea where to begin.
For example, let's say you are middle aged and you have just decided to start a home-based internet marketing business. You are not internet savvy at all and none of your friends are either. So what do you do? The answer is to search for a person who can show you the ropes and in this case it would most likely be a younger person who is having success in this market.
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.
Success comes to those who don't ever give up!
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.
It puts you on the fast track to success more than any other way I can think of and a great deal of satisfaction comes to both parties involved. You can also make lifetime friends. It is extremely rewarding for all concerned.
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 - 16732
In the majority of cases the mentor would be the older person. That is not necessarily always the truth though. It could be that an older person is needing to learn something new that most young people already know. For instance, the majority of young persons can find their way around the Internet without any trouble. Older people, who perhaps have only just purchased a computer, have no idea where to begin.
For example, let's say you are middle aged and you have just decided to start a home-based internet marketing business. You are not internet savvy at all and none of your friends are either. So what do you do? The answer is to search for a person who can show you the ropes and in this case it would most likely be a younger person who is having success in this market.
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.
Success comes to those who don't ever give up!
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.
It puts you on the fast track to success more than any other way I can think of and a great deal of satisfaction comes to both parties involved. You can also make lifetime friends. It is extremely rewarding for all concerned.
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 - 16732
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.
