What Qualities Should You Look for in a Mentor?

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W H AT Q U A L I T I E S S H O U L D Y O U L O O K F O R I N A M E N T O R ?

M A R C B O M B E N O N P R E S E N T S :

MENTORS CAN BE A HUGELY VALUABLE ADDITION TO YOUR PATH TO SUCCESS. !

THE FOLLOWING QUALITIES SHOULD BE EVALUATED WHEN YOU ARE DETERMINING WHETHER OR NOT SOMEONE WOULD BE A GOOD MENTOR FOR YOU:

E X P E R I E N C E

• Make sure that your mentor has experience that is relevant to your particular goals and industry

• Do a little research via their linked in and personal websites

T H E A B I L I T Y T O M O T I VAT E

• As you navigate the world, you will undoubtedly hit some roadblocks

• Find a mentor that you know will be able to motivate you and keep you from staying discouraged

A G R E AT N E T W O R K

• This is KEY.

• Make sure that your potential mentor is well connected

• You’ll be relying on them to make intros with thought leaders and get you into industry events

A N U N B I A S E D P E R S P E C T I V E

• Make sure your that your mentor possesses the ability to see the big picture

• You need someone who will be able to give you real feedback and an unbiased opinion in tough situations.

M A R C B O M B E N O N . O R G