Business Tipsfor working with a mentor

Business Tip #1

Industry knowledge.

Look for someone who knows about your specific industry, if possible. They will already

know relevant issues and won't need any explaining.

Business Tip #2

Be honest.

There is no point lying to them about the state of your business or your finances. If you give them

inaccurate information, expect inaccurate advice.

Business Tip #3

Share your goals.

Make sure they understand what you want from them in their role as a mentor. If they don't know

what you want to achieve, how can they help you achieve it?

Business Tip #4

Consider reciprocal mentoring.

You may have skills that your mentor wants to acquire. Reciprocal mentoring means that you

both get something from the relationship.

Business Tip #5

Mentor networks.

Try to create a network of mentors that you can rely on for good advice. No one person can

have all the answers.

Business Tip #5

Mentor networks.

Try to create a network of mentors that you can rely on for good advice. No one person can

have all the answers.