Written by: Elisa Balabram

The New York Times published this great article: http://www.nytimes.com/2010/09/02/business/smallbusiness/02sbiz.html by Pamela Ryckman on How to Choose and Work with a Mentor. I would suggest two additional steps I mention on "Ask Others, Trust Yourself":

1- Say Thank You: Mentors are most likely volunteering their time to help you succeed. Don't forget to send them a thank you note, and to keep them informed of your progress.

2- Trust Yourself: Be careful before following the advice received, only you can know the best course of action for you. After receiving great ideas, make sure to check in with yourself, to journal and to listen to your intuition.