Written on September 19, 2011 by admin
Bakersfield City College - The Importance of Mentorship
Truly, a beautiful outdoor event on a beautiful day at Bakersfield City College in Bakersfield, CA. As over 200 students from the college campus and neighboring schools began filling the seats, Terri Hicks of the Business Entrepreneurship Center and Gayle Richardson, President of the school’s SIFE organization oversaw the day’s function.
Often overlooked, seeking a mentor before and during an entrepreneurial venture can make the dramatic difference between success and failure. Bringing experience, outside perspective, and leadership into the equation, a mentor is a priceless asset when starting a new business. More importantly, having a dedicated mentor can provide encouragement at crucial times. Dave Gardner of ColorJar explained this during his keynote address to eager middle school, high school, and college students at Bakersfield City College.
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