If your goal is to get to point A, learn from someone who has been to point A. There are people all around you who have been where you are going or where you are striving to go. You can learn a lot from someone who has been there and done that. If you take the time to learn from those that have traveled a similar road you are traveling, you can learn and bypass obstacles by learning what to do and what not to do. “Experienced” individuals have unique skills and knowledge that come from years of experience, that you will not find on any internet site or text book. People have so much to offer each other and so many lessons to teach, if you just are willing to listen. A mentor in the arena you are headed can do so much for you than you could even imagine. They can tell you where potential challenges are, what to expect, how to handle certain situations and so much more. Learn from those around you who have been where you are headed. Obtain insight from those around you who are well experienced and have that experience to help you in your journey! We all have something to learn from each other. Take that knowledge and use it to help you in your journey!