The power of mentoring: Alison Adams of ChristchurchNZ
Christchurch is a great place to do business. We have a unique innovation ecosystem where companies collaborate and support each other.
The city’s size and the cooperative mindset of our people create an environment where everyone chips in to help each other succeed. Which is why the nationwide Business Mentors programme works so well here. Starting a business can be overwhelming – with limited time and resources, it’s hard to tick every box. That’s where having a mentor becomes invaluable.Alison Adams, CEO ChristchurchNZ.
A mentor can guide small business owners through those early steps, saving them time and effort. If you’ve ever considered giving back to the community, being a business mentor is a fantastic opportunity to make a positive impact. Thriving businesses benefit not only the individual owners but also the entire business community in Christchurch.
By providing experienced guidance, you can significantly flatten someone else’s learning curve and maybe help them avoid some of the pitfalls you encountered on your own business journey.
Likewise, if you are starting out in business and think having a mentor would benefit you, then I’d also encourage you to get involved with the Business Mentors programme.
We are an independent bunch in Canterbury, but asking for help is one of the smartest things you can do in small business. Visit www.businessmentors.org.nz and let’s keep Ōtautahi Christchurch a place where we value collaborations as much as we do competition.
