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John Thomas Mentor

Location United Kingdom

Mentor Industry Education/Training

Languages spoken

English

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How I can help

My professional background

I have experience in Retail, Manufacturing, Real Estate and other businesses for over 30 years. I am a keen learner and enjoy taking on new challenges.

How to work with me

What I can offer

Advice on Business Management issues, especially internet and tech based ones.

My expectations for a successful mentoring relationship

An open and honest approach from both parties

How entrepreneurs can prepare before we start

Have an understanding of what they want to achieve

Experience

Job title: I operate the Academy project management accounts and ensure all staff and members are kept up to date with changes in the Business world.
Company: British Management Academy
http://www.bamconference.co.uk/

Ownership experience: 20 years
Management experience: 20 years
Country experience: United Kingdom

Expertise

Management
- Board Development
- Business Insurance
- Business Strategy
- Fundraising
- Growth and Development
- Leadership
- Other Management
- Planning and Goal Setting
- Project Management
- Work-Life Balance
Operations
- Inventory Management
- Manufacturing
- Process Improvement
- Program Design & Evaluation
Technology and Internet
- Managing Technology

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Set up and Planning

Market Research

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John Thomas Mentor

How I can help

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

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