Who Do I Talk To?
If you’ve got a big business idea, but don’t know where to go or how to take it from an idea to reality, watch this segment of The New Entrepreneur and find out who you can talk to to accelerate your business success.
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Natalie’s Action Steps For Success
Find People who have done it Before
Some of the best people to talk to are those who have done it ahead of you. Why reinvent the wheel when someone’s already been there, done that and returned the t-shirt. They may help guide you away from potentially disastrous pitfalls and save you time and money.
Don’t stop at friends and family
It’s understandable to start with your friends and family because they are the people we see and talk to most. However, don’t stop there.
If you’re not sure where to go when you’ve exhausted your inner circle, community organizations such as Community Futures, are designed to support entrepreneurs at every stage of the game. Find out which programs and resources are offered locally. When you are feeling like you’re the only one facing your particular set of challenges, contacting a community organization may offer the exact answers and support you need. Chances are they’ve seen if before and can help guide you in the right direction.
If you would like to get in contact with Community Futures follow the link below!
Find a great Mentor
A mentor can help you identify what the next logical step is for your business. Perhaps they are an individual you look up to, or someone who is an expert in business, or perhaps someone from the industry you’re interested in building your business in. A mentorship relationship can be as formal or informal as you’d like it to be. You could plan on meeting up every month for lunch or it could be someone from whom you seek advice only once or twice. Either way, finding great mentors will truly make a difference to your business success.
Being a mentor can be win-win
Don’t be afraid to approach someone and ask if they would be willing to mentor you. Remember that being a mentor can be mutually beneficial. It gives that person an opportunity to give back as well as build their inner circle.
Your Steps for Success
Contact a potential mentor and ask him or her for a few minutes of their time. You never know, the only thing standing between you and the success you dream of could be the cost of a cup coffee.
