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Why Consider Business Mentoring?

A business mentor provides a fresh perspective and can help a business owner take a step back and see ‘the bigger picture’. They can assist in identifying strengths, weaknesses and opportunities for growth that may have been missed by managers too close to the business ... and the benefits don’t stop here!

Our Mentors

With an unrivalled resource of over 1,700 business mentors nationwide, we can match you with a mentor who has the skills and knowledge specific to your business circumstances. We have assisted over 57,000 businesses since 1991. Our mentors are proven successful business people from a diverse range of fields.

Christchurch Recovery Support

Government assistance is available to pay your registration fee if your business has been affected by the Christchurch earthquake. Call 0800 209 209 xtn 2 before registering to ensure you receive this assistance.

Pacific Business Mentoring Programme

Visit the Pacific Business Mentoring Programme website to find out how our Business Mentors assist Pacific Island nations.

Success Stories & Testimonials

The Business of Relationships

Client-mentor relationships why do they work so successfully? Reprint from NZ Business Magazine

Hobby and experience grew into a full time business

For Milo and Kimberley of Nelson Charters, having a mentor on hand has made a huge difference in the development of their business.

Right from the beginning

Both Trevor Norling and Tina Nair were taking a step into the unknown when they purchased The Chip Shop in 2005. It was the first time either of them had fully owned a business and neither of them had any experience when it came to running a fish and chip shop.

However, over the years, they have gone from strength to strength.

Ex-detective uncovers secret to business success

Jonathan Davison’s career path has taken some twists and turns that many would consider unusual. Originally a detective, Jonathan spent over 12 years gaining Investigation and Interview experience with the Greater Manchester and New Zealand Police. However, all this ...