Coaching, Mentorship and Advisory

Experienced people who help founders and small businesses make better decisions.

Guidance from people who have done it

Our business coaching, mentorship and advisory services connect entrepreneurs and business owners with experienced professionals. They offer independent, practical guidance at the moments when decisions matter most, from the first steps of a start-up to the challenges of growing an established business.

The services support businesses in our incubation programmes and are also open to other entrepreneurs and SMEs.

An experienced mentor and a graduate sharing ideas

Three ways we support you

Coaching

Focused on you as the founder: building skills, discipline and confidence, and working steadily towards clear goals.

Mentorship

A longer-term relationship with an experienced business person who shares lessons, opens doors and keeps you accountable.

Advisory

Specialist, professional advice on specific business questions, so you can decide with the right information.

Areas we help with

Strategy and planning

Setting direction, priorities and realistic targets.

Finance and funding readiness

Managing money well and preparing to approach lenders or investors.

Marketing and sales

Understanding customers and growing revenue.

Operations and systems

Making the business run smoothly and consistently.

People and team building

Hiring, managing and developing a good team.

Legal and compliance

Understanding the rules that apply to your business.

How it works

  1. MatchWe understand your business and goals and connect you with the right coach, mentor or adviser.
  2. Work togetherRegular conversations and practical actions between sessions.
  3. Review progressWe look at what has changed, celebrate wins and set the next goals.

Have experience to share?

We welcome experienced professionals and business people who want to give back by mentoring the next generation of entrepreneurs. Find out how to become a mentor.