For the most part, this list describes a leader without humility. Contrary to popular belief, humility is a quality that serves leaders well. Scott Cook is the founder and CEO of Intuit, a computer software company that helps millions of consumers and businesses manage their financing, with products such as Quicken, QuickBooks, TurboTax, QuickBase, and Payroll. Cook believes that humility is an essential trait for any entrepreneur:
The future belongs to humble leaders. Humble to let your people lead and be led by them. Humble to make the customer your boss. Humble to listen and listen intently. Humble to know that almost all of the best ideas come from others. Humble to admit you were wrong, and tell your team.44
THE IMPORTANCE OF MENTORS
Although there are many different types of entrepreneurs, most have one thing in com¬mon— they have found mentors along the way.
As you begin and continue on the entrepreneurial journey, you can make no bet¬ter decision than to find mentors who can show you the way. Mentors are individuals to whom you can go for advice and counsel—people who are pulling for you, wanting you to succeed, and supporting your efforts. They are people who can teach you what to do and how to do it and, most importantly, encourage you on those days when you want to throw in the towel. These “coaches” can show you how to avoid mistakes and be there to give you the benefit of their years of experience