“I hope you get great satisfaction in knowing that your book [Ready, Fire, Aim] continues to guide the way and help thousands of people like me every year!” – RC

“I am reaching out to ask if there is any way to work with you as a mentor? I admire your story and what you have built. I am 23 years old and started my first company about six years ago.” – JJ

My Response: I appreciate the question, JJ. I think it’s smart for someone in your position – young but already moving in the fast lane – to seek out mentors.

Probably because of the many books I’ve written about business and wealth building over the years, I get requests like yours several times a month. It’s flattering to be appreciated, but I always wonder: Do these people think I’m retired and spending my days sitting on a porch somewhere? I am 72, but I’m still working 60+ hours a week on a half-dozen businesses and charities that need my attention.

So, the answer is no. But I can’t fault you for asking. What I’d recommend for someone like you (young and already a business owner) would be to join a mastermind group of business owners, of which there are many to choose from. I’ve been a guest speaker at several of those meetings and have been impressed with how they work. By putting together entrepreneurs of different ages, and with different levels of experience, and from different industries, these groups give you a rich base of wisdom to test your ideas and go to for advice.