What was the most valuable advice you ever received from a mentor?

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   Born2care2001posted 13 years ago

   What was the most valuable advice you ever received from a mentor?

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   duffsmomposted 13 years ago

   "Do one thing and do it well."  I used that with my kids with some modification--do one thing at a time.  When you try to multi-task too much, nothing gets done right and quality can suffer.  So put your best effort into one task and complete it with excellence then move on to the next.

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   onegoodwomanposted 13 years ago

   My life's greatest and most influential mentor was my own Grandpa.........
   
   I can still hear his voice saying...........
   
   
   " is this what you are willing to sign your name to" ?

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   goegoposted 13 years ago

   Integrity is doing the right thing when no one is watching... attention to detail

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   FleshHeartposted 13 years ago

   My parents always said something along these lines - "Have a go, get involved, make an effort - it doesn't matter if you succeed or not, you'll be far better for the experience."

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   prettylittlewhimsposted 13 years ago

   "Credibility is important. Don't do anything to destroy it. It may open doors for you..."
   
   This is from my dad. He was advising about doing business with other people:)

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   Born2care2001posted 13 years ago

   I have been fortunate to have been in the presence of two incredible mentors within the last 5 years. The first was law professor who turned his scholarship towards religion. During one of our regular morning breakfasts together just before his passing he reminded me that "God will find you wherever you are." I cherish that moment as it caused great healing within me. I miss his wisdom! Thank you Gary!
   
   And last year, during a period of job dissatisfaction, my current mentor suggested that I adopt a different perspective toward my position. He suggested that I begin to write a "Book of Positive Aspects" about my current position even if I didn't want to continue in it. I listened to him, started writing as he suggested and I now experience a great fullness as a result of being much more grateful! Thank you Ed!

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   peachpurpleposted 13 years ago

   My dad always says ?don't waste food. Think of those people in ethopia, have nothing to eat, starving.  I always ask for my dad advices from young until now that i am married. He told me to give n take for peace. I love my dad.

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   MickSposted 13 years ago

   From my dad:
   'never let the sun set on an argument.'

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