A guiding light

The challenges and perspectives a mentor can offer can have many positive effects on your business as well as life.

- SEAN DOWDELL AND THORA DOWDELL

Entrepreneurs know the excitement of a new idea and how intoxicating the potential for bringing it to life can be. Yet, however great their idea, they may not know how to develop it into a working business model to generate revenue.

That is where a mentor comes in. Over the years, we have had several mentors who have taught us invaluable lessons that helped us avoid poor business decisions. Without them, we would have certainly given up on this journey a long time ago. That is why we are so grateful to them and why we pay it forward as much as possible. Mentors have been an integral part of our success. We know that a mentor can help navigate the entrepreneurial journey.

Many business owners can find themselves feeling isolated, with extended hours and a self-containing environment. It is not easy to make time to connect with other people, especially other entrepreneurs. They have a lot of responsibilities, but they also must continue growing to support their staff and to make their company stronger. It is not easy for them to admit that they need help. The fear of looking foolish or weak paralyses many new business owners and keeps them from seeking help when they need it. Pride can be a great tool, but it can also be the enemy if it stops people from getting the support they need. More people want to help than they may think.