You need to be able to read a person to see if a teaching approach is working or not. And you need to know how to course-correct and adapt when needed. The desire to help someone reach their potential A great mentor wants to see their mentee reach soaring heights. They want them to ...
At its core, being a mentor is being a trusted advisor. It all boils down to making yourself available to support and advise someone when they need it, delivering that support in a way that makes sense to them, and always keeping that person's best interests in mind. So, what value do...
So I just want to remember not to stereotype them… to be mindful of trends, yes, but not to force them into the “mold.” To expose them to all things regardless of if it is a “girl thing” or a “boy thing” and to offer it with an open heart and an open mind, not with ...
But you can do more than just find a mentor if you so choose. You can also become one! If you have a reasonable amount of knowledge in a subject, you can take someone under your wing to guide them on their journey. You can feel inspired by the trust that your mentee places in you...
accepting one job that will last for an indefinite period–while mostly exciting–can be a little bit frightening. If you don’t like a class, the endpoint is visible. If you don’t like some aspect of your job . . . well, you’re just going to have to find a solution yourself.”...
Just as it’s important to find someone you respect to mentor you, it also important to mentor others. You don’t have to be in a formal leadership position or have years and years of experience to mentor someone else. It’s never too early to become a mentor. We all have something ...
When you feel uncertain, remember how much experience and knowledge you have. Most entrepreneurs start their business after years of experience working for someone else. There’s nothing wrong with asking for help when you need it or turning to a mentor for advice, but you also have to learn...
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Schedule a time to visit your local branch. According to Tim, nearly all the locations will have someone who can assist you in polishing your pitch, though of course services vary by location. 6. Get involved with a university entrepreneurship center ...
“Perhaps you're thinking of making a capital investment or hiring a new employee and are wondering if the payback will be there,” Peppercorn suggested. “That's normal. You can counter that fear by talking to a mentor or someone with more experience to help you analyze your decision and...