Why You Should Have A Business Mentor

By Tracy D. Olson


Have you been struggling in your network marketing business and feeling all alone?That initial business meeting, you remember, the one where all the big shots from the company came and did a big presentation, all dressed in flashy Armani suits. They made it sound so easy and appealing you thought, wow, these guys really have their act together. How can I fail with a business mentor like this?

A business mentor is an individual who possesses several years of experience in the entrepreneurial arena and is capable of guiding others with their business ventures. This person becomes your trusted confidante as you maneuver your way through the ups and downs of your business. This mentorship may last for several months or years depending on the type of counsel you're seeking.

Business mentoring services are usually provided free of charge as a means of giving back to the community at large.Benefits of Having a Business Mentor.Having a business mentor can significantly transform the way you conduct business. Building such relationships will help you:Learn from your mentor's past mistakes. Your mentor has achieved his high ranking business status due to mistakes made in the past. He may have made decisions without having a clear idea of what direction he should take.

Everyone in business should consider having access to a volunteer business mentor. Someone who has "been there, done that" and is willing and able to share their wisdom with you on an ongoing basis. Working with a business mentor is particularly useful when starting a new business or looking to grow a business in a down economy. An experienced mentor can not only offer useful guidance on a range of business management issues, but s/he can be a valuable sounding board for testing out new ideas or hashing over periodic business challenges.

So how do you prevent this snowball effect of less and less vital information from happening? If you are serious about building a network marketing business then you need to search and seek out a business mentor of your own.Someone with a proven track record, has been in the business for a few years, and one that has sponsored many in his down-line. You need to be learning from a true leader, a 6 or 7 figure earner would be best.

Allow you to save money on coaching or consulting services. If you've just started your enterprise, you may be strapped for cash. While hiring a consultant or coach would be an asset, you may have to settle for a mentor. This will not only serve as a platform for establishing your business, but also as a way to keep your vision alive. A coach or consultant can cost you anywhere from a few hundred dollars to several thousand dollars depending on that individual's level of expertise.

A business mentor is there to provide guidance, set you up with a duplicatable system and provide useful resources. They are not they there to answer every thought that pops into your head. Be respectful of their time. Asking your business mentor about time zones, (don't laugh, my mentor had that happen once) or some other ridiculous question that can easily be answered by doing a Google search, will only make them think twice about returning your calls or emails.My final thought. A good business mentor can take you and your business to the next level. Be aggressive and take charge with your business. Don't expect others to do the work for you. Guidance is one thing, but you will need to dig in and research for yourself. Follow your business mentor's advice to the T. He or she didn't get to where they are today by not following their own advice.




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