Running a business can be lonely and isolating but you don’t have to do it alone – our mentoring programme is here to help!
We’re looking to recruit to our next cohort starting from 1st April. We know times are tough with so much uncertainty - now is the time you should be working with a mentor!
Delegates will be paired with an expert business mentor who'll meet with them for between 1hr and 1.5hrs each month from April 2025 to the end of September. The cost for the whole programme is £895+VAT per business (payment options are available). The programme is open to any business regardless of sector, size and stage.
Leadership mentoring now available
We’re also now extending the programme to include leadership support helping you step up as a leader and develop your full potential. Delivered by Alec Pearson Coaching, the programme will provide practical guidance to help leaders make confident decisions, build resilient teams and drive their business forward.
• Lead with confidence and strategic vision
• Boost productivity and team performance
• Reduce stress and build resilience
• Future proof your leadership
More about mentoring...
The role of a mentor is to encourage the personal and professional development of their mentee by sharing their knowledge, expertise and experience. The mentoring relationship is built on mutual trust, respect and communication. It involves both parties, meeting regularly to exchange ideas, discuss progress and set SMART goals for further development.
A mentor is a sounding board, a critical friend who provides ongoing, personalised guidance, is non-judgmental, supportive, challenging, a catalyst for ideas and a confidant – they have your interests at heart and will provide a safe, confidential space for you to talk about your business, giving you time to think about your business rather than always fighting fires within the business. Working with a mentor also takes away the isolation many small business owners feel and gives you the support needed to move your business onto the next level.
Get involved
To apply for the programme email Lesley Robinson – lesleyr@cumbriachamber.co.uk with the following information:
Jen is a fantastic coach, such powerful and enthusiastic energy, she's really helped me over the past few months realise what's important to me, and transform from someone who really lacked self-belief to being so much more confident. She's always positive, vibrant, and supportive. I would highly recommend!
I can honestly say that taking part in the mentoring programme and my time with Jacqui has been one of the most valuable experiences of my 12 years as a Company Director. – Si Withington, Lakeland Ascents
At the end of the 6 months I feel happy with where the business is now and how to take it forward. – Charlotte Davies, SEO Consultant
I would highly recommend this opportunity to anyone who is looking to develop their business as well as themselves as a business owner. – Paul Jennings, Paul Jennings PT
Gail's expertise is in setting up a small business, finance, marketing and customer relationship management, with a particular specialism in digital marketing.
Learn moreBen is an executive coach, strategic consultant and investor working with small business owners in Cumbria to help them achieve their ambitions and enjoy their business adventure!
Learn moreAlec is a Certified Executive Coach with over 30 years professional experience, specialising in Leadership, Business, and Career Growth.
Learn morePaul is an experienced Business Director and Leader; Strategist, Innovator, Enabler and Collaborator.
Learn moreJen is a leadership & empowerment coach & trainer with a unique approach. Her passion is to support leaders to be well and lead well, with a focus on conscious leadership & empowering female leaders.
Learn moreJacqueline Jackson is Director of 5th generation Thomas Jardine & Co; Non-Executive; Ambassador for Productivity in the UK.
Learn moreKeith Jackson is Partner of 5th generation Thomas Jardine & Co, Member of the Institute of Place Management.
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