The 7 most often asked questions Collection

The 7 most often asked questions

FAQ Categories

Is Mentoring Expensive?

Depending on the number of sessions you have it is between $75 and $100 per session, plus any travelling costs. We recommend 3- 4 sessions with each session lasting about 1½ to 2 hours long. Please see the details on the Programs and Pricing tab. Click here for pricing
How does the Mentoring work?

You choose a Mentor through the About our Mentors submenu. Select the Mentor who has the knowledge and experience to best suit your business needs. You meet at a mutually convenient place and time to discuss and evaluate whatever business issues you want help with.
At the end of the session you agree on the action points you will undertake before the next meeting and when that will be. Most people need 3-4 sessions before issues are resolved. Additional meetings can be arranged as required.
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 whereas a Mentor is somebody who helps you do the work.
Who are the Mentors and how do I choose the best one for my business?

Our Mentors are generally recently retired business people with wide experience. Each has some specialist knowledge and there’s a search engine and full details on About Our Mentors to help you find the right Mentor. We find that most issues our clients have are of a general nature and Mentors can come to grips with these very quickly.
What are the benefits compared to other forms of business assistance?

The Small Business Mentoring Service is a voluntary organisation so can offer you an experienced but affordable service which is tailored precisely to what you want. You work with your Mentor to resolve issues in order to build a successful business. However, bear in mind we are not consultants who do paid work for you, we mentor you to help you take your business to the next level.
Does my business qualify for Mentoring?

Your business must be based in Victoria and be “small” which is a broad definition varying from a start-up concept to an established business that needs additional support.
How do I know whether having a Mentor will benefit me?

That is impossible to answer as each business has specific needs. We have however been around since 1986 and helped over 15,000 businesses. Reading the Testimonials page that gives Success Stories as well as Testimonials will give you some idea of the wide range of small businesses that have benefited from our Mentoring assistance.