These are just a few of the BENEFITS that mentoring can provide;
- Independent, impartial advice.
- Peace of mind, increased confidence, a fresh perspective, inspiration or simply a sounding board to bounce ideas off for growing your business.
- Assistance to implement improvements, support which is not often available after attending a business course or workshop.
- An empathetic person to listen to the challenges and difficulties you face - sometimes this alone is all that’s needed to identify strategies and opportunities for growth.
- Mentoring can challenge you to go further, set new goals and achieve better results.
- Successful mentoring depends on the commitment you make to the mentoring relationship!
What our clients have to say...
After eight years of ownership, Deane and Roger were feeling frustrated with their Browns Bay Palmers Garden Centre franchise. Lynn their mentor helped the couple with establishing points of difference for their business, to help them stand out from their competition.
“One of the initiatives that we have introduced since Lynn came on board has been planting some community allotments at the back of the store,’ says Deane. ‘We have teamed up with the Salvation Army to teach local families how to grow their own food. Only last week we had five families out there planting winter vegetables.”
“The guidance I’ve received has been absolutely invaluable. My mentor helped me put together a structured business and marketing plan and start making informed decisions about taking the company forward.
"Having a critical eye from the outside has been fantastic. My approach has been to be as open as possible and to learn as much as I can. I don’t understand people that don’t have a mentor. It grants you a priceless opportunity to network and upskill.” (Training Company, Auckland)
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“My mentor has been a great find. He has really helped me pin-point the critical areas that I need to focus on. It is also great to have someone to bounce ideas off.
"The encouragement and extra boost of knowledge I get from him is helping me run the business better than ever before and I am extremely excited about the future.” (Human Resources Professional, Auckland)
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“Business Mentors is a fantastic facility that every small business should make use of. I was very grateful for the abundance of practical advice that my mentor gave me. He taught me all about export processes, about freight, and what pitfalls I needed to look out for.” (Skincare Developer/Manufacturer, Wairarapa)
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“We were thrilled to be paired up with our mentor, a successful businessman and marketing specialist. Within no time at all, the team were generating some impressive marketing ideas for customer growth and retention.”(Tyre Dealership, Rotorua)
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““The programme offers great advice and encouragement for first time business owners.”
“The mentor service helps you unlock your potential and your business’. It made me realise that there is more to my business than I thought, as I thought I knew it all.”
“Since commencing the programme my business has gone from strength to strength, I now am armed with new skills and knowledge to make my business successful. I would recommend this programme to anyone.”
“Being able to talk through issues brings clarity on direction.”
“Especially beneficial for smaller businesses that have to contend with isolation. We have found it invaluable to have someone with extensive business knowledge and contacts to help us along.”
“Sometimes it's basically to vocalise your own thoughts because you can be stumbling blindly along. It's good to have someone to help you or verify you’re on the right track.”
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