This video will help you learn more about meeting with a SCORE Ann Arbor Area Mentor to help you be prepared for your Mentoring Session.
A mentoring session is a confidential, personalized conversation with a business expert to answer a question or to solve a problem that you’re facing.
To make the most of your mentoring experience, we recommend being prepared with a business question or challenge that you can work on with your mentor. If you’re starting a business, we recommend being prepared with a business idea before you request a mentor. If you’re not sure what type of business you want to start, consider using our Startup Roadmap to help you define your business idea. If you already own a business, come to your meeting
Starting a business involves planning, making key financial decisions, and completing a series of legal activities. Read on to learn about each step.
1. Conduct market research
Market research will tell you if there’s an opportunity to turn your idea into a successful business. It’s a way to gather information about potential customers and businesses already operating in your area. Use that information to find a competitive advantage for your business.
Learn more about conducting market research
2. Write your business plan
Your business plan is the foundation of your
Our Mentors
I have over 40 years of senior level business experience in accounting, planning, finance, human...
A SCORE Mentor since 2017 specializing in strategic planning, sales, networking and marketing. A...
Product Management, Technology Consulting, Application Programming, Installation, Support, Sales...
Specializes in helping individuals and small businesses with technology and overall business...
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I am an experienced Customer Success Manager and Sales Manager with a demonstrated history...
in my 32 year career within corporate environment i loved the opportunity as a formal or informal...
At present specializes in strategic marketing workshops fine arts, business planning, program...
With more than 35 years of combined experience as an owner of two successful franchises, franchise...
General Business concerns, questions, problems
Business plan development; growth strategy (organic and inorganic); business process optimization
I’d love to mentor and help entrepreneurs walk through the process of becoming an entrepreneur via...
I am a highly experienced and successful Banking professional whose strengths include management...
I can provide advice on payment methods and the risks involved on international trade transactions...
15 Years in Controllership with US Steel, National Steel 15 Years in Credit Management with National...
Community Banker in the Ann Arbor, Michigan area 1966-2012. Worked for predecessor of PNC Bank, Ann...
5 Simple Steps to SCORE Mentoring:
Identify
Identify your small business needs and desired support.
Request
Request a SCORE Mentor as your advisor to small business success.
Schedule
Schedule a mentoring session with your assigned SCORE mentor
Set Goals
Set goals for your small business with guidance from your SCORE mentor.
Advance
Work with your SCORE mentor through the life of your business.
Enter your zip code below and fill out the mentoring request form. We will pair you with a mentor and assist you in setting up a free mentoring appointment.
Entrepreneurs Succeed with SCORE Mentors
What is better than one very passionate, forward-thinking entrepreneur working to make a business highly successful? How about two very passionate, forward-thinking entrepreneurs working on your business ownership goals? That is what SCORE offers to all small business owners: mentors who work alongside entrepreneurs to realize their small business ownership dreams.
See how SCORE mentors have made a difference for other small business owners like you.