Why you need to be held Accountable & how a Mentor can do this
A mentor can see things you cant. Not just because they are more experienced, but because they have a birds eye view of the company, whilst you are on the ground. There perspective is therefore objective, and not clouded by emotional attachment or sentimentality. This allows you to see things from a whole new unbiased perspective.
This insight can give you an advantage that other businesses don’t have.
The mentor will know you as a person and as a business owner. They will know when your actions are in line with your vision, and they will know when you are losing direction or momentum. Without a mentor, these moments could break your business.
The benefit of a mentor is this scenario is that they can motivate you and inspire you to go again. They can also help you to develop routines and habits that allow you to be consistent in your life and work. This gives you a framework with which you can always align with your vision.
Accountability is a critical for high performers, but it is difficult to always hold yourself accountable. A mentor can remind you of why you started, where you are going and what you need to do next. They are on your side when the going gets tough, and can be tough with you when you need that extra motivation.