What’s the Most Important Thing You’ve Learned from Your Mentor?

“‘What you do now sets the precedent for what you can do later.’ This was the most memorable advice my father, Patrick, imparted on me throughout my childhood. He was my mentor and passed away when I was 16, but our time together was invaluable. He expressed the power of persistence in the face of challenge, positive thinking, and the importance of education. The sacrifices my parents made—from finding time for us in their tight schedule to ensuring an...