You’ve likely heard the age-old adage, “Hindsight is 20/20.” Meaning, clarity often comes after a decision is made. But what if we could have that same clarity before a decision is made? This is why having a mentor is so important.

A mentor, simply put, is someone further along on the same path as you. If you lead in a workplace setting, a mentor might be someone who has worked at your company longer. If you are the leader of your family, a mentor could be someone who has been married or ...