Volunteer Mentor for Business Owners

Commitment: 6 to 8 hours per month

Location: Remote/Virtual (Preference for volunteers located in San Bernardino County and Riverside County, California)

Overview:

ONE i/e, a 501c-3 nonprofit, is seeking a dedicated volunteer to mentor business owners using the SLAM framework. The SLAM framework, which stands for Startup Launch Assistance Map, helps startups identify unmet needs, build effective teams, develop unique products, validate market strategies, and establish sustainable business models (www.slamprocess.com).

Responsibilities:

• Mentorship: Guide business owners in understanding and applying the SLAM framework.
• Needs Assessment: Assist in identifying unmet needs, pains, and gains in the target market.
• Team Building: Help identify key team members and advisors crucial for growth.
• Product Development: Guide the development of MVP features and unique value propositions. MVP stands for Minimum Viable Product, the simplest version of a product to test the market and gather feedback.
• Market Validation: Support the validation of market assumptions and customer feedback.
• Go-to-Market Strategy: Advise on effective marketing channels and customer acquisition strategies.
• Business Model: Assist in developing monetization strategies and calculating customer acquisition costs.
• Eco-System Mapping: Help navigate the startup ecosystem, including competition, suppliers, and influencers.

Qualifications:

• Experience in business development, entrepreneurship, or mentoring.
• Willing to learn the SLAM framework and its application.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to commit 6 to 8 hours per month to mentoring sessions.
• Passion for helping startups and small businesses succeed.
• Preference for volunteers located in San Bernardino County and Riverside County, California.

Benefits to the Volunteer:

• Personal Fulfillment: Helping startups succeed can be incredibly rewarding.
• Skill Development: Enhance your skills in leadership, communication, and problem-solving.
• Networking Opportunities: Expand your professional network by connecting with other mentors, mentees, and stakeholders.
• Professional Recognition: Enhance your professional reputation and credibility.
• Learning Experience: Gain fresh insights and ideas from diverse entrepreneurs.
• Flexibility: The position is remote and requires a manageable time commitment.
• Impact: Make a significant impact on the success of startups and small businesses.
• Personal Growth: Develop empathy, patience, and a deeper understanding of entrepreneurial challenges.

Potential Positive Outcomes of the Mentorship:

• Enhanced Business Strategy: Develop clearer market, customer, and competitive strategies.
• Improved Product Development: Focus on essential features, reducing unnecessary development.
• Stronger Teams: Build strong founding teams and advisory boards.
• Validated Market Assumptions: Test and validate market assumptions for reliable decisions.
• Effective Go-to-Market Strategies: Achieve faster and sustainable growth.
• Optimized Business Models: Develop robust monetization strategies and understand key metrics.
• Navigating the Startup Ecosystem: Gain insights into the broader startup ecosystem.
• Increased Confidence: Boost confidence with regular mentorship and support.

About ONE i/e:

ONE i/e (www.oneie.org) empowers nonprofit leaders and entrepreneurs through education, networking, and resources. They offer programs to enhance leadership skills, foster innovation, and promote sustainable growth within the nonprofit sector.

Application Process:

Please contact me for more information or submit a brief statement of interest outlining your experience and motivation for volunteering and attach your resume.

Thanks,

James Spee,

Acting Executive Director

ONE i/e