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Machona Sankara Mentor

Location

Lusaka, Lusaka, Zambia

Mentor Industry

Nonprofit/Social Enterprise

Languages spoken

English

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How I can help

My professional background

I'am a Social worker by profession, and currently doing my own business.

How to work with me

What I can offer

Coaching and mentorship services

My expectations for a successful mentoring relationship

I expect that my mentees will benefit more from my knowledge and business experience.

How entrepreneurs can prepare before we start

To develop a positive mindset and believe in themselves.

Experience

Job title: Social Worker
Company: SOS Children's villages international

Ownership experience: 7 years
Management experience: 5 years
Country experience: Zambia

Expertise

Starting Up
- Getting Started

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My full assessment

Set up and Planning

Market Research

Finances

Sales

Operations

Refer Machona Sankara to a Colleague

Machona Sankara Mentor

My professional background

How to work with me

What I can offer

My expectations for a successful mentoring relationship

How entrepreneurs can prepare before we start

Experience

Expertise