Finding a Mentor

[Nevena Hercegovac]

Hi everyone,

I am new to the real estate investing and would like to position myself well for success. Having read couple of books - How to Invest in Real Estate and Rich Dad Poor Dad, I am hearing the importance of having a mentor. Can you share your success stories of how you were able to find a mentor and establish that relationship?

Thank you! 
 

[Steven Foster Wilson]

Quote from @Nevena Hercegovac:

Hi everyone,

I am new to the real estate investing and would like to position myself well for success. Having read couple of books - How to Invest in Real Estate and Rich Dad Poor Dad, I am hearing the importance of having a mentor. Can you share your success stories of how you were able to find a mentor and establish that relationship?

Thank you! 
 

 I found my first mentor by just reaching out to someone who was doing what I wanted to do and I asked them to meet up. The second mentor I got was through The Ohio State University they have a real estate mentorship program. I now like to try to set up every month a meeting with someone I think I can learn from or who could be a potential mentor. I always come full of questions and ready to learn. Many are specific to the individual that I am meeting with but there are some questions that I have taken from John Maxwells book "Good Leaders Ask Great Questions."

"You may want to use them too:

1. What is the greatest lesson you have learned? By asking this question I seek their wisdom.
2. What are you learning now? This question allows me to benefit from their passion.
3. How has failure shaped your life? This question gives insight into their attitude.
4. Who do you know whom I should know? This allows me to engage with their network.
5. What have you read that I should read? This question directs my personal growth.
6. What have you done that I should do? This helps me seek new experiences.
7. How can I add value to you? This shows my gratitude and desire to add value to them."

These can be a great starting point for you