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Mentoring wanted: first-year small business, Kisumu

Looking for a small-business mentor, preferably with craft brewery experience.

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Caroline Waweru
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Kisumu
I'm launching a craft brewery in Kisumu next September. I have saved the start-up funds myself, but I have never run a business before. I've questions about pricing, suppliers, simple bookkeeping, hiring and - frankly - how not to burn out. I'm looking for a mentor with real small-business experience, ideally in a craft brewery, willing to have a monthly call for the first four months. I'll bring a list of questions and my numbers. If you have a few hours a month, and enjoy helping someone avoid the mistakes you made, I'd really appreciate it. Whatever you can give, even just sharing this page, means a lot.
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1 hour a month
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Online or by phone
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small business experience, bookkeeping, pricing

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  • Naomi K. Campbell ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ

    i live about 3 km from Kisumu. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need Can bring a friend.

  • Murilo Leonardo Mendes ๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Photo verified

    I live about 8 km from Kisumu. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need Can bring a friend.

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3.2(14 reviews)

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    Restored my faith in humanity

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    Trustworthy helper

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    Made me feel heard

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    Helped when no one else could

    I was nervous about reaching out, but this person made me feel comfortable and supported from the very first interaction. Their help was invaluable.

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    Outstanding person

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    Exactly what I needed

    I was going through a tough time and this person's support was invaluable. They didn't judge, just helped. That kind of genuine compassion is rare these days.

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    Exceeded expectations

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    Exactly what I needed

    Couldn't have asked for better support. They listened carefully, understood my situation deeply, and provided thoughtful advice that actually worked. Thank you so much.

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    Exceptional service

    I was struggling and didn't know where to turn. This person stepped in without hesitation and provided exactly what I needed. Their compassion and expertise made all the difference in my life.

  • Kiran N. Balakrishnan๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณVerified donor
    Patient and understanding

    I was skeptical at first, but this person proved to be reliable and genuinely interested in helping. Their response time was incredible and their solutions were practical.

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  • a colleague of mine might know someone for this in Kisumu. I'll ask around and let you know.

    • Oksana Milena KovalevID verifiedPhoto verified

      good luck. Hope this works out for you.

      • It takes guts to ask. Well done. I went through something like this 6 years ago and strangers helped me out. Take care.

        • you're not alone, Caroline. Shared it with a few friends. Love from Jessore.

          • Hope it all works out, Caroline. Hope the shop reopens soon. My husband and I read this together

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