Become a Small Business Mentor in Hartford, CT!

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Help small businesses reach their goals as a SCORE Mentor in Hartford, CT. Mentors provide free business advice and education to aspiring entrepreneurs and existing business owners.

What you’ll do:

* Advise small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs
* Guide clients in developing business plans and business growth
* Share business knowledge, experience, and practical "know-how"
* Inspire business owners to achieve their ownership dreams

As a mentor, you’ll help clients solve problems, make businesses more efficient, and assist with developing long-term business plans. Additionally, you may discover new sources of insight and knowledge to help your own business and leadership style. Teaching others how to manage people or projects, along with illustrating ways to succeed in other aspects of business, could inspire you to continue with your own professional growth-all of this while helping your local community.

Why should I volunteer with SCORE?

The reasons to volunteer range from professional development to personal gratification. At SCORE, you get it all. You will grow and expand as a business professional working with small businesses. You can also directly help individual entrepreneurs achieve success. Ultimately, you will know that you have made a positive impact on business owners in your community.

What should I expect as a SCORE volunteer?

As a SCORE Volunteer, you will be part of a large, highly-respected, national non-profit organization dedicated to the growth of small businesses across the U.S. You will work with many great people, all with a common vision to support small business owners. You will have the support and infrastructure of a local chapter and national headquarters to give you the tools and opportunities to excel as a volunteer.

What skills are you looking for?

Apply today if you have expertise in any business topic, including but not limited to:
* finance
* marketing
* accounting
* management
* technology
* strategy
* websites and more

How much time would you expect?

It is very flexible. Typical mentors offer 3-4 hours a week but some offer less and some more. You get to define your schedule.

How do I get started?

We would love to tell you more about how to share your specialized expertise with a local small business owners. Simply click the "I WANT TO HELP" button above and we’ll get you connected to our local SCORE chapter chair.