QUESTION

Q: Will mentoring someone provide any benefit to my business?

— Busy Boss

ANSWER

Dear Busy, 

As a business owner, it can be easy to see an opportunity to mentor a young professional as a purely charitable experience. However, mentorship can play a pivotal role in shaping your legacy when you approach it with the right mindset. While mentoring, you’ll refine your skills, gain fresh perspectives from your mentee, and become more known in your community.