Everytime you take the time to get to know someone over a cup of coffee, a meal or a visit to their office you have a huge opportunity to learn. You can learn about that person and their background and what makes them tick. You can learn about what's made them successful now and in the past. You can also learn more about their industry and what distinguishes their organization from another.

 

This will serve you in a number of ways. First, you'll be able to develop deeper relationships as you show an interest in the person you're meeting with. Second, the more you know the more valuable you become... to your clients, prospects, colleagues and friends.

 

I'm not sure that I've ever had a formal mentor. But, I've had hundreds of mentors. You can learn something from anyone, no matter who they are. They might be the CEO of a large company or the lady that arranges your flowers. It doesn't matter.

 

Schedule a meeting right now and learn something.

 

Happy networking!

 

Scott Ingram