Overview
The Mentor Programme is designed to match up the knowledge, skills, insights and entrepreneurial capability of experienced business practitioners with small business owner/ managers who need practical and strategic one to one advice and guidance. The mentor contributes independent, informed observation and advice to aid decision making.
All applications for mentor assistance are dealt with individually and are preceded by a business needs analysis to assess the key needs of the business and determine the most imperative mentoring objectives.
Who Qualifies?
Business Mentoring Programmes is open to both new and existing businesses located withìn County Clare.
The Role of Mentor:
Listen
Advise and provide direction
Help the promoter identify problems and suggest areas for improvement
Discuss solutions and innovative ways of improving business activity
Help with the decision making process
Share experience and knowledge
Provide structure and context for discussion
Offer assistance in compiling a business plan
Areas of involvement typically include: