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Tue, 16 Aug 2011 05:01:50 +0000

[...] Liu has been my mentor for over 6 years and I can definitely count on him for anything. From business advice, to saving [...]

By: Neil Patel

Neil Patel — Thu, 28 Jul 2011 00:38:24 +0000

Definitely, great point Abhishek!

By: abhishek

abhishek — Wed, 27 Jul 2011 14:04:06 +0000

i think both you and Andy are lucky to have found each other. I truly believe that a good mentor can make your road to success a lot easier.

By: Neil Patel

Neil Patel — Mon, 25 Jul 2011 19:32:54 +0000

Glad I could be a resource. Good luck David!

By: David Karanja

David Karanja — Sat, 23 Jul 2011 21:17:30 +0000

Wow Neil, You are a mentor to me cause without having to email questions, I just browse you site and find answers to all sorts of situations I find myself in as an entrepreneur.
Thanks

By: Neil Patel

Neil Patel — Thu, 21 Jul 2011 02:01:47 +0000

Thanks, glad you enjoyed it

By: Dan Giercke

Dan Giercke — Wed, 20 Jul 2011 22:37:22 +0000

Hi Neil,

Great post on mentors. I agree that having a good mentor is essential. I’ve had many ranging from authors I’ve read, to seminar leaders I’ve attended, to one-on-one, and certainly prefer the personal approach – although they’ve all been valuable.
It’s also been surprising to me how approachable many of these successful people can be. They’re often most willing to help (assuming you’re respectful of their time). I think they’ve gotten where they are by recognizing that you succeed in direct porportion to the number of people you’re helping (with your product/service or otherwise). There’s certainly some reciprocity in effect.
Best of Success,
Dan

By: Neil Patel

Neil Patel — Mon, 18 Jul 2011 19:45:24 +0000

Glad you find my posts informative. Thanks again for all the insight Richard.

By: Richard

Richard — Mon, 18 Jul 2011 13:06:06 +0000

Hi Neil

Just passing by again. Hope you have had a great week.

Andy seems like a good mentor. He certainly has given you the best advice about thinking twice in relation to spending money on expensive things. I could certainly rub shoulders with Andy. He has insights to my philosophy:’Use wisdom in all things’ Things do not bring lasting happiness. What you do to help others or serve your fellowmen will bring lasting satisfaction.

Andy is completely right about addictions. Its like gambling. You gamble your life away with wasteful ‘Things’. Before anyone knows it, the money is gone.

I own a people mover van and have had this vehicle for nearly 7 years. It gets me from A to B. Its probably worth at this stage $1000. I just service this vehicle when it needs it. Thats all.

You have an excellent mentor Neil. Follow his advice.
Well I think you may probably know who my mentor is. Chris Farrell has taught me many things from his website. Haven’t spoken to him personally only through his forum comments. Very honest, down to earth guy.

I must say Neil you have been my mentor in many ways by providing the excellent resources on your website. I just keep coming back and read more. There is so much stuff to read.

Thanks again. We will meet one day in the future.

Richard

By: Neil Patel

Neil Patel — Tue, 21 Jun 2011 02:43:13 +0000

I am glad you are actively seeking mentorship. I think a good kick in the behind is what everyone needs. It worked for me when I was starting out.

By: Dean Sutton

Dean Sutton — Tue, 21 Jun 2011 01:48:11 +0000

Hey Neil,
Loved the post, it hits close to home.
I’m on my second business currently. My first business was a masonry contracting company, which I consider to be my “learning” business. Since then, I’ve moved on to a tech/business services company – and my biggest missing link is mentorship. I live in an area that is not very tech savvy – but I’m still looking for a solid mentor. I know deep in my gut it will be a huge factor in my success moving forward.
In a small business setting, aside from the local chamber, what would you do? You mentioned you might have other suggestions? I don’t see virtual mentorship as being as effective as real toe-to-toe mentorship. Maybe I’m just looking for a swift kick in the ass, because I know I need to go out there and seek out the right people. Any further tips for this missing link, I’d love to hear them.
Thanks for your posts Neil!
Cheers
Dean

By: Aris

Aris — Mon, 06 Jun 2011 01:45:33 +0000

Wow! Thanks for the great post, Neil. I didn’t realise that asking someone to be your mentor is very helpful. I know a lot of older man then me that are successful and have all the characteristics that you said. Most of them are my relatives and also businessmen.

Ak Harith, an author of http://journalio.blogspot.com/ and http://gunnersbrunei.com/

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Fri, 22 Apr 2011 08:28:54 +0000

[...] Liu has been my mentor for over 6 years and I can definitely count on him for anything. From business advice, to saving [...]

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The 10 People Who Led Me to Success — Thu, 21 Apr 2011 20:12:51 +0000

[...] Liu has been my mentor for over 6 years and I can definitely count on him for anything. From business advice, to saving [...]

By: Neil Patel

Neil Patel — Wed, 30 Mar 2011 16:25:36 +0000

I don’t know to be honest.

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By: Neil Patel

Neil Patel — Sat, 06 Nov 2010 02:08:12 +0000

Learn from people higher than you, teach people below you, and share with people on your level.

By: Vivek Krishnan

Vivek Krishnan — Thu, 04 Nov 2010 12:28:18 +0000

I would owe a lot of my humble success to my mentors. They have come in the form of many people such as my teachers, my college seniors etc. These people can actual alter your thinking and make you realize your potential.

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By: Neil Patel

Neil Patel — Fri, 20 Aug 2010 15:08:54 +0000

It’s always nice when you across someone like that. Consider yourself very lucky

By: Sergio101

Sergio101 — Sat, 14 Aug 2010 21:09:22 +0000

I once had a good mentor that became one of my best friends and although once in a while some of his ideas where not that good, overall he helped me a lot and to be honest without all his advices and knowledge I would not have been successful in my distribution business. I really appreciate this guy and I wish I could talk to him more often lately.

By: Neil Patel

Neil Patel — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 16:22:04 +0000

What is it that you’re interested in doing?

By: Sunny Todd

Sunny Todd — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 14:06:40 +0000

Hello Everyone,
I have been reading on here about having a mentor. Great info, by the way. I was wondering if anyone knew about a work at home career that also offers a mentor? I have had 3 work at home careers and they failed. 1 was being a note finder
2. was working with a logo embroidery company that really was a joke and 3. was trying to do short sales.
If you can help me, please email me. My husband supports what I try, but we are getting tired of spending money and not getting anything back in return. We have spent thousands of dollars and have actually ran out of money now.
Thank you.

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By: Neil Patel

Neil Patel — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 05:53:19 +0000

Absolutely, you should gather as much information as you can… cherish every moment you have time to spend with your mentor.

By: Web Design LA

Web Design LA — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 04:17:09 +0000

Always spare maximum time with your mentor. This will teach you a lot and give you good experience to share and knowledge to implement.

By: Neil Patel

Neil Patel — Mon, 21 Jun 2010 02:49:26 +0000

Sure, you can ask me what ever questions you want.

By: Emmanuel

Emmanuel — Fri, 18 Jun 2010 11:52:39 +0000

Hi Neil, just stumbled into this site and it just hit a home run with me about mentors. I had a mentor who had no time for me or issues that bothers me. Would you be my mentor?

By: Neil Patel

Neil Patel — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 04:48:53 +0000

Perfect, just find someone who motivates and excites you.