Currently Empty: ₦0.00
Running your own business is sometimes like being lost in a strange jungle, where all you have is a map in a peculiar language you don’t even understand and a pocket knife. You dodge so many obstacles, step over pitfalls, and keep holding on so hard that you are just living long enough to see the light at the end of the tunnel.
Now, let’s see that from a different angle. Let’s assume you have a guide, someone who has been through this strange jungle and knows his way through it. It’s like you have a personal GPS on your journey of entrepreneurship. And today we are going to take you through how you can find the right mentor to take your business from “What am I doing?” to “I got it!”
The Power of Mentorship
We say this word many times, “mentor”, but what has a “mentor” got to do with entrepreneurship or business growth? Being a mentor isn’t just some title; it means he or she is your man or woman for advice, feedback, and sometimes a good reality check.
Be it at the starting phase or scaling, your growth can be sped up, you are given practical wisdom, and let’s be frank – you are saved from making some costly mistakes.
What Can Mentors Do For You?
Mentors come with lots of experiences; having them is like finding a superpower for your business that nobody else knows about. Let’s see some benefits we can derive from mentorship.
- Guided Experience
They have been there, done what you are trying to do, walked the walk, and of course, faced with failures. And they know exactly what it will take to make it. Their valuable guidance can save you months and most likely, years of trial and error.
- Objective Perspective
You see when you’re too close to your own business, you will not objectively see things from a different perspective. However, a mentor can provide that outside viewpoint and can tell you of potential problems or opportunities you may not see.
- Networking Opportunities
Many times, mentors have established networks. If you need an investor, perhaps, your mentor knows one. Need a co-founder or someone on your team? Your mentor may know just the right person.
- Accountability Partner
Have you ever had a brilliant idea that suddenly fizzled out? It’s because there was nobody to hold your feet to that fire. A mentor keeps you on track and follows you through on your business initiatives. You can’t grow your business in a vacuum; you need a system that supports you, and mentoring is the basis of such a system.
Stories of Success – How Mentorship Changed the Game
In theory, mentorship is so easy to talk about, but in practice, what does it really look like?
The proof can be seen in the pudding, or this case, the many businesses that grew due to mentorship. Let’s see just a few examples below.
If Bill Campbell did not mentor Steve Jobs, Apple may not be where it is today. Campbell helped Jobs think through leadership and product challenges and indeed played a big part in the success of Apple. That’s what you call great mentorship, right?
Often cool, the way Jobs took somewhat of a mentor role to help out a young Zuckerberg when Facebook was in its early stages. With his guidance, Zuck took some big decisions and pointed the company in a direction that would since make it the juggernaut it is.
Even legends like Oprah needed a mentor. Maya Angelou mentored the young Oprah on how authenticity would be one of the foundations of her brand. Oprah often speaks about the reason much of her success came to be: Maya’s mentorship.
These are not mere anecdotes; they are living proof that the right mentor will make all the difference in the trajectory of your business. But enough about tech giants and media moguls; what about you? How can you, too, get in on a little bit of that magic?
Why Do You Need a Mentor?
Mentoring is not like you have a “wise old sage” whispering some business secrets in your ear. A mentor can be the most valuable asset to bring your entrepreneurial ambitions into reality.
- They Know What You Don’t Know
Think of it this way: You’re building your business, everything’s going great, and suddenly, all stood still. You have hit a roadblock, and suddenly you’re Googling solutions at 3 am like it’s a full-time job. That’s where a mentor steps in. They’ve already hit those roadblocks, and way more importantly, they know exactly how to help you get moving forward again.
Having a mentor in your corner means you have got somebody by your side who will give you information on shortcuts and detours that will save you time and frustration. You will not have to get entangled in too much guesswork but rather fast-forward the learning curve and go back to what you are good at; running your business.
- They Challenge You to Level Up
We all want a friend that will tell us what we want to hear. Well, a mentor isn’t him or her. A mentor will challenge your assumptions, push you outside of your comfort zone, and make you force yourself to see things differently. Why? Because that’s how growth happens. They won’t let you be content where you are. If your business is stale or you’re content with good enough, a mentor will force you to great. You don’t just do more; you do it more quickly.
- They Help You Make Smarter Decisions
Any entrepreneur knows that business is, in its very core, just one long chain of choices. You have minor, insignificant decisions and major decisions, those through which your company will sink or swim. A mentor has gone through the kind of decisions you are faced with and thus is in a position to guide you through. They will not make those decisions for you; they will give you the right perspective to develop the insights for making smarter, more informed choices.
- They Open Doors You Didn’t Know Existed
Familiar with the phrase:
“It’s not what you know, it’s who you know”?
Well, with a mentor, you got both. Their experience, mixed with their network, opens up doors that you might not have known existed. Mentors connects you with the resources, people, and opportunities that otherwise may have taken a few years finally fall in place.
How to Find Your Business Mentor
Alright, so you’re convinced. You get it: mentorship is seriously powerful and you want to start finding that person who’s going to help you level up your business. Where would you even begin?
Cold-calling potential mentors is awkward at best, right?
This is where Toptoria comes in. At Toptoria, we believe in the individuality of every entrepreneur and their right to high-value mentorship. We’ve designed a platform where committed entrepreneurs like yourself get connected to experienced business mentors who have been in your shoes. Why Toptoria should be your solution?
- Get the Perfect Match
Not every mentor and mentee relationship will be a good fit, and that is why our platform is designed to help you connect with experienced mentors – who have the expertise you need – and also share your vision and values.
- Diverse Expertise
Be it technology, retail, services, or anything in between, Toptoria has lots of mentors from all walks of life. Our mentors boast decades of experience and have grown successful businesses of their own. They know what works-and what doesn’t.
- Flexible & Accessible
We are aware that entrepreneurs work around the clock-most of the time, which is an understatement of the century. Therefore, flexible mentorship sessions offer you a platform to link up with mentors at your own convenience; one-on-one calls, email check-ins, or video sessions, getting the much needed guidance is quite easy with Toptoria.
- Mentorship Made Affordable
Quality mentorship shouldn’t be left to the CEOs of Fortune 500 companies. We have different types of mentors at relatively affordable costs to ensure entrepreneurs at whatever stage of business can have quality advice from experts. Consider even more an investment in the future of your business. The right advice today will save you lots of money and headaches later on.
Find Your Mentor
Entrepreneurship can be brutal, but really, you don’t have to try going it alone. A mentor can make a difference in a business that is just limping along to make it truly thrive.
You’ve heard the success stories, you understand the benefits, and now you know how easy it is to get started on Toptoria.
Be it scaling up your business, getting through the rough waters of the market, or simply trying to avoid the pitfalls that befall so many entrepreneurs, a mentor is your secret ammunition.
Toptoria is here to help you find that perfect mentor for all your needs.
So Why Wait?
Start your mentorship today and watch your business transform right in front of your eyes. The drive, the vision, the passion, and all that you have. You only need one thing, the right mentor to complete the process. Just sign up with Toptoria and take the first step forward toward the success of your business.
Mentorship is not a luxury – it is a necessity. Let’s begin.
