CHAPTER 3

The Mentee

If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.

—African Proverb

Defining the Types of Mentees

You will undoubtedly be dealing with many “types” of mentees, from tire-kickers to dedicated secondary or tertiary growth businesses. The scenarios below represent a cross-section of the mentees you will be dealing with.

Ready, set, and (almost) go: By far, the best category of mentees with which to work are the prepared or semi-prepared would-be entrepreneurs. They will have done their research and homework. They have likely qualified their intended business model. They are super-receptive, and your chances of mentoring them to a successful conclusion are highly achievable.

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