Mentoring

Mentoring with LEO South Cork

The Mentor Programme is designed to match up the knowledge, skills, insights, and entrepreneurial capability of experienced business practitioners with small business owners and managers who need practical and strategic one-to-one advice and guidance. The mentor contributes independent, informed observations 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 relevant mentoring objectives

Who Qualifies?

Business Mentoring Programmes are open to both new and existing businesses located within the South Cork Region

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The Role of the Mentor

  • Listen
  • Advise and provide direction
  • Help to 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:

  • Brexit Planning and Risk Management
  • Business Strategy
  • Financial Planning
  • Market Research
  • Marketing & Promotion
  • Production Planning
  • Distribution
  • Corporate Organisation
  • Website Planning & Design

Steps involved in the Mentor Programme:

  • Submit your Application online to be considered for Mentoring Supports with LEO South Cork
  • You will receive an acknowledgement email when your application is received
  • Applications are reviewed by the team at LEO South Cork

View Mentor Panel 2023

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