Hi everybody, it’s Daylen
When I think about mentorship, I think of Dr. King and John Lewis, MJ and Kobe, Jay Z, and J. Cole. When older people give back to young people like me, it makes a BIG difference. In this episode the guys express the importance of mentoring. Sit back and listen to how you can make a difference. And don’t forget to give us 5 stars and hit that subscribe button!
SHOW NOTES
Lang shares how he sought to find mentors and how finding Ken Anmpy became a catalyst for his business and beyond. [1:12]
The guys highlight how Carlton Goode has influenced generations of men from VCU including Ali, Lang and Knight. [2:34]
Ali tackles the differences between mentors you can call or meet with rather than those you learn and connect with from a distance. [6:13]
The guys share how to find the mentors you want and need. [10:48]
The tables turn and the fellas outline the importance of not wasting the time of those who choose to mentor you. [14:01]
The guys discuss how all leaders can close the gap between those who aspire to reach where you are but think it’s unattainable? [18:40]
Ali shares an aha moment where he realized his life has actually changed because of mentorship. [21:42]
QUOTES
I have benefited so much from mentors and leaders that have pulled me to the side and help cultivate certain skill sets I have. [0:42]
Finding a mentor is so important because you will find yourself growing in areas you either neglected or didn't even know was there. [5:38]
The connection makes a difference, it makes it special. [6:50]
I could’ve been able to navigate the valleys a little bit more efficiently and effectively if i would've had that person who was able to grow with me during this stage in life. [9:29]
You know the areas in which you want to be mentored, you can be mentored in various areas of life, spiritual mentor - business mentor, identify potential mentors in closer proximity and reach out.[11:19]
When we say being worth time, this is something anyone can change in a matter of seconds. Just being committed to your goals is being worth time. [17:32]
You can sense the level of hunger some people have. [17:48]
Make it meaningful... and you have to be willing to meet people where they are. [18:40]
Constantly be observing especially if somebody is going to pour into you their time, talent, and treasure. [23:51]
CIRCLE CHALLENGE
Do you have mentors? If not, what are you doing to build that type of relationship?
How can you give back to those younger than you?
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