Why Find a Mentor? Because Following the Wrong Advice Will Cost You Years—Choose Someone Who’s Done What You Want to Do and Study Them Deeply.
When you’re building a future, don’t take directions from someone who’s never been where you’re going. The biggest mistake people make isn’t working hard—it’s listening to the wrong people.
Wondering why find a mentor? The right mentor has walked the path you want to walk. They’ve made the mistakes, learned the lessons, and earned the results. Your job? Learn everything you can from them.
Why You Need to Find the Right Mentors.
If mentorship is your shortcut to growth, the wrong mentor—or the wrong approach—can take you in the opposite direction. Too many people waste years chasing shallow advice, listening to unqualified voices, or splitting their focus between too many sources. If you want your mentorship to actually work, don’t follow the wrong playbook. Here are five common mistakes to avoid.
1- Skip the “House League” Advice
There’s a reason the saying goes, “House league can’t teach you how to make the major leagues.” And yet, most people take career advice from peers, friends, or well-meaning family who’ve never built what they’re trying to build.
If your friends are broke, unhappy, or stuck—they can’t help you move forward. If your family doesn’t understand your industry, their advice might come from love, but not from wisdom. And if your coworkers are cynical, complaining, or quitting, you’ll absorb their mindset unless you choose differently.
The point isn’t to dismiss people—it’s to protect your path. If someone doesn’t have the outcome you want, don’t let them shape your next move.
2- Following Too Many Voices
One of the biggest mistakes in today’s self-development world? Too many mentors. You scroll through clips, follow 20 influencers, and get 20 different opinions. It’s no wonder you feel stuck. Real growth comes from depth, not volume. Find one to two mentors who align with your goals and values, and go all in. Study their content. Apply their frameworks. Track your results. Repeat.
And here’s the key: don’t just follow someone because they’re famous. Follow someone because their values, results, and strategies match what you’re building. Clarity beats confusion every time.
“Mentors don’t hand you shortcuts. They hand you a mirror and a map. Study the ones who’ve earned their path—and walk yours with purpose.”
Corrie George, Founder & Chairman of YESA
3- Chasing Shortcuts Instead of Mastery
Sometimes, people look for a mentor—but really, they’re looking for an escape plan. They haven’t mastered their first skill set, but they’re already chasing crypto, day trading, or side gigs.
Focus builds freedom. Master your first position before you branch out. That’s what top performers do. They go deep, not wide. They build leverage, earn trust, and then expand—intentionally.
Avoid jumping from one opportunity to the next before you’ve proven you can win where you are. You don’t need ten income streams right away. You need one that proves you’ve got what it takes to succeed.
4- Ignoring the Mentors in the Room
Finding a mentor isn’t just about learning from someone famous. Sometimes, your best mentors are right inside your company—leaders who are hitting their numbers, driving change, and playing the long game.
Get close to the power sources. Learn how they think. Support their goals. Ask smart questions. Let your work speak for you. In every high-performance environment, there are people you can learn from if you show up with humility, focus, and drive.
5- Violating the Order of Growth
The right mentor won’t just hype you up—they’ll hold you accountable. One of the biggest mistakes people make is chasing freedom before they’ve earned it. They want to skip steps, stack side hustles, or branch out too early.
Real mentorship isn’t a magic key to avoid the work. It’s a mirror that shows you where to grow next. Follow mentors who push you to get excellent—not just interested.
Why Finding A Mentor Matters.
A mentor helps you win faster because they’ve made the mistakes already. They can show you the shortcuts—but only if you commit to the long haul. Ready to find the right mentor? Explore our career page and start learning from leaders who’ve already walked the path.
