“Nothing will ever be attempted if all possible objections must be first overcome.”  ~ Samuel Johnson

A mentor is someone with the knowledge you’re seeking and an established track record. Asking relationship advice from your friend who’s been divorced five times is NOT seeking out a mentor. How many of you have asked a more skilled and seasoned person for help? By help, I mean to share their knowledge on a subject.

Most successful people I’ve encountered are not threatened about another person succeeding and are happy to share their knowledge. However, they do value their time and appreciate a good listener who is motivated to learn. Having a mentor is extremely valuable and the younger you are when you get one the better. A mentor is the rocket, listening is the fuel, and action is lighting the fuse.

Some years ago, I called a much more seasoned and accomplished person and asked him for help. He was open to me calling him every three to four months with questions and asking for advice. What he taught me and where he pointed me completely changed my life. In addition, as I became more successful I found myself living a life of gratitude. Although I’m a work in progress, I am also in a position to mentor others.

My advice: seek out a mentor. The worst that can happen is they’ll say no, and you’re no worse off. Odds are if they see you’re serious, they’ll help. If they see you listen then act, they’ll help more. Take the time to think about possible mentors for your situation. If you’re serious and committed, ask for help.