Every business win I’ve ever had—every contract, client, or opportunity—can be traced back to one thing: somebody poured into me when they didn’t have to.
I didn’t build all this alone. I had mentors. I had people who told me, “Keep going,” when I was ready to quit. People who didn’t gatekeep. People who gave me game for free, when they could’ve charged.
And now that I’m on the other side—leading businesses, coaching entrepreneurs, speaking on stages—I realize something powerful:
Success without service is empty.
The Ripple Effect of Real Mentorship
When I started Express Errands & Courier, I had zero logistics experience. What I had was a vision and a hustle mentality.
But what accelerated my growth? Mentors who showed me how to think like a CEO, not just act like a worker. They asked me hard questions. They let me shadow. They gave feedback even when I didn’t want to hear it.
Today, I get to pass that forward—to coaching clients, to up-and-coming entrepreneurs, and to my Little in Big Brothers Big Sisters of Atlanta. And trust me, mentorship is not just about giving advice. It’s about:
- Holding space without judgment
- Helping people connect the dots
- Reminding them that they’re not crazy for dreaming big
“Roslyn, I’ve never had someone speak life into me like this…”
That was the email I got from one of my coaching clients after a late-night strategy session. We had just mapped out her pricing, refined her pitch, and talked through her fear of visibility.
She didn’t need a 30-step funnel. She needed belief. Confidence. Accountability.
And the truth is, most people don’t lack strategy—they lack support.
What Mentorship Actually Looks Like
Forget the polished Instagram quotes. Real mentorship is messy and meaningful.
It’s:
- Jumping on a call after hours because your client is spiraling
- Reviewing contracts on a Sunday afternoon
- Giving tough love when someone’s undercharging
- Celebrating when someone lands their first client after months of doubt
It’s being invested in their growth, not just their goals.
The Legacy is Bigger Than You
One of the things I say often is: I’m building a table, not just a seat.
Whether I’m helping a courier price their routes right, guiding a marketing client on visibility, or mentoring a teen with big dreams and no blueprint—I know it’s not just about business. It’s about planting seeds of ownership, freedom, and generational change.
If you’re in a position to mentor someone—do it. Even if you don’t feel “qualified.” Sometimes your presence is more powerful than your expertise.
And if you’re still growing yourself? Reach out. Find someone who’s been where you want to go. You don’t have to figure it out alone.
Final Thoughts
The most meaningful part of my journey hasn’t been the revenue. It’s been the ripple.
Every time I see a coaching client win… every time a younger entrepreneur finally raises their prices… every time my Little tells me she wants to start a business “like mine”—I’m reminded:
We rise by lifting others.
Be that mentor. Or go find yours. Either way, keep the legacy moving forward.
