Something I’ve mentioned in previous career-related posts is the value of a mentor. In case it seemed more like a suggestion, let me be more direct about this: You need a mentor.
Yes, you. And me as well. Having a mentor is something of which there is no comparable value to any of our careers.
No matter how far along we are in our career paths, there are always others who have walked a similar path and are further ahead. And often, many of those folks are willing to help others just like me and you. And believe me, it would be incredibly foolish to not take them up on their offer.