Getting in the door with a potential mentor

[Keaton Roberson]

Hi Everyone,

I plan to reach out to my current landlord who owns several small apartment buildings in the Atlanta area to hopefully learn some insight into his career and how he got started in the business. I plan to offer to take him to coffee or lunch one afternoon at his convenience to learn about his career path and how he got started. I will also send a written thank you letter once we have met.

I am wondering what exactly should I mention in my email to try and guarantee that he will meet with me and if we do meet, what should I mention to try and create a potential mentor /mentee relationship. 

Experienced Investors: What do you like to hear from a beginner in the industry that is trying to get some time with you to learn about your story?

Thanks for any help,

Keaton

[Ryan Horne]

@Keaton Roberson I heard this on Rod Khleif's multifamily podcast I was listening to recently (wish I could remember which one specifically I was listening to) and thought it was awesome. The podcast guest said he always asks what he can do to earn the time of the person he wishes to speak to. I thought that was really cool and a good way to get your foot in the door with someone you wish to have lunch or coffee with. But like the previous posters have mentioned, actually be willing to follow up and earn their time if they ask.