Your mentor will find you.
Some spiritual traditions see it this way.
But…
I firmly believe in taking growth and education into your own hands.
You could go for the cheap route.
Jump on YouTube.
Thousands of channels that can help you to where you want to go.
Or…
You can ask Chat GPT for help.
I have to be honest, you’ll get a long way chatting to the robots, but nothing beats a good old-fashioned mentor.
So, are you going to learn something new?
Maybe a few things, but the power of a mentor lies in
- Accountability.
- A proven method.
- A fresh perspective on things.
Wow, that sounds cool, Virgil, but how do I find a mentor?
In today’s letter, I’ll show you how I found a tribe of Yodas that made my bank account sing.
This is how you do it:
The Sherlock Holmes way.
Research potential mentors.
Check their background, not just their Instagram feed.
Remember, You can always rent a Lambo and look cool.
The virtual Coffee test.
Jump on a quick Zoom call.
Do you feel good talking to them?
When all works out, you’re going to spend hours with them.
You better feel comfortable.
The former student check
Find old students. Talk to them.
It’s like reading the reviews before buying the new iPhone.
Real stories, real insights.
The gut sense.
Trust your instincts. If something feels off, turn around and walk away
You have this 6th sense for a reason. Use the power nature gave you.
These tips will serve you well.
At the end of the day, everybody needs a mentor.