Mentoring
Mentoring support available for existing businesses based in Down District.
15 experienced mentors specialising in 12 business categories.
The Beyond Programme can match you with an approved business mentor to help your business with any issues you may be having or to help you to explore business development opportunities.
Who can apply?
Support is available for those operating a business from home or from business premises on either a full time or part time basis. One person businesses through to those employing up to 250 people are eligible for support through the Beyond Programme.
The Mentoring Programme is open to existing businesses across all business sectors located in Down District Council Area – Call the Beyond Team on 028 4461 0856 to check if you are eligible for mentoring support.
Benefits
Beyond mentors are business people from a wide range of backgrounds and areas of expertise. They can offer you an invaluable opportunity to benefit from their skills, knowledge and experience. Beyond Mentors are people who have already had to address some of the challenges and issues that you face and can share their experience with you. By supporting, stimulating and challenging you on an individual and organisational level, Beyond mentors can help you to develop, help grow your organisation and strengthen your businesses sustainability.
Mentoring can offer:
• Business advice
• Assistance to help focus objectives
• Boost morale and offer support
• A sounding board for ideas and business strategy
• A platform for sharing expertise and help build business skills
• A wide network of support and useful contacts
Two types of mentoring support is available through the Beyond Programme