FAQ

How do I choose a Mentor?

What qualifies someone to be a Mentor?

There is no formal qualification to become a Mentor. All the Mentors at SBMS are business people who have a wide range of experience brought about by their years of business activity. Most are retired and want to help small businesses prosper.

What’s the difference between a Mentor and a Consultant?

Very broadly, a Consultant is somebody who you pay to do the work for you where as a Mentor is somebody who helps you do the work.

What if I can’t find a Mentor with an exact match for my business?

That may possibly happen. We do not have a team of Mentors that cover every Business and Industry experience. However all our Mentors have had long and valuable experience in key business disciplines and they don’t become a Mentor for SBMS without this grounding of experience. We know from our years of Mentoring that the core business issues tend to be the same regardless of the industry but by having our Mentor’s list their skills, a good match should ensue.

How do I choose the right Mentor to help me?

Our Mentors have a wide ranging skill and experience base. We have made it as easy as possible to help you choose the most suitable Mentor for you and your business. The best way to choose a Mentor is to go to Mentor Directory or straight to the Find a Program section. The process is the same in both sections. You will be able to look for a number of Mentors with relevant Business and Industry experience.