Why would I want a mentor?
One of the most valuable assets a business can have is a good mentor. A mentor is someone with more entrepreneurial business experience who serves as a trusted confidante over an extended period of time.
How do we know mentorship works?
In Quebec, where mentorship programs have been established in 56 locations over the past 6 years, more than twice as many mentored businesses survived the 5 year anniversary. Research shows that mentored business owners are more successful and employ more people over the life of the business.
Why does my business need a mentor?
Besides the fact that they are a tax-free asset, business mentors improve your chances of beating the odds.
How does having a mentor compare with other professional development options?
Mentorship provides one-on-one guidance for you as your business grows. This is an ongoing opportunity, not a one-time course. A mentor will lend expertise and may suggest other professional development opportunities, but provides guidance and experience rather than technical instruction.
A mentor will lend expertise and may suggest other professional development opportunities, but provides guidance and experience rather than technical instruction.
Everything about the program focuses on helping you to develop your own business to its fullest potential. Your BMI mentor works one-on-one to provide you with timely, relevant advice, business networking opportunities and motivating insights that will help you to succeed.