Alright, so you are stuck, worried, scared or just wanting some help in general. It is not always easy to figure out where you can turn for support, advice or information but if you are finding yourself in this situation then it is time to start looking. The sooner you set up resources to go to the faster you can get help anytime you need it.
How to find a mentor/resource/partner/associate:
Ok, a source of help can be anything, it doesn’t matter as long as it helped. Let’s cover the biggest sources for help here and then we can break them down even more in later posts. Here are the the main places for you to start looking right away.
1. Books – Of course we have all heard about self help books and they can sound a bit cliche but the fact of the matter is if you find the right one it offers incredibly valuable information, doesn’t judge your situation, is accessible 24/7 and can work at your pace. No matter what support choice you make books are a great way to find lessons and training to supplement your growth.
2. Internet – Use the many popular search tools, ie google, yahoo, to access websites, blogs and online resources that are specific to your particular need. Make use of the power of the search engines. Make your search work for you. For example type in, how does a mortgage work or mortgages, how do they work or even how to get a mortgage. The search engine will bring up very different results and then you can study them.
3. Groups – There are a lot of different groups to help support you no matter what you are needing. Go to local stores or business that offer services related to what you need. If it is more moral or business support look to the local meetings and even online at meetup.com. There are a lot of local groups that can help. If it is a mentoring group look for some mastermind coaching or even set up your own meet up group and get others together that share your interests and brain storm solutions.
4. Peers/Friends/Mentors – This topic can be expanded on and so could this group. If you are looking for someone to help you with specific problems look amongst the people you respect either in your industry or in your life and ask them if they would like to partner or mentor with you. Many busy people will take time to help out someone who genuinely comes to them for help and guidance. These can be the most powerful relationships you ever have.
If you want to read more about how to actually make a change stick with a mentor, friend or coach then go to the blog post on here under the category:how to make yourself happy titled How can you change? it covers the best way to engage change for your life. As always if you have some specific things you need help with and want some suggestions on the best path for you give me a call, it’s what I do.
Stephanie York
coaching@descoaching.com – (805)701-8508
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