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Mentoring wanted: first-year small business, Los Angeles

Shilpa is launching a small online shop and would love advice from someone who has built one.

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Shilpa F. Saxena
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Los Angeles
I'm launching a small online shop in Los Angeles next July. 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 small online shop, willing to have a monthly call for the first three 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. Glad we found this place.
effort
1 hour a month
format
Online or by phone
skills
small business experience, bookkeeping, pricing

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  • Ocรฉane Colin๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฆVerified donor
    Very responsive and caring

    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.

  • Vinod A. Somayajula๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณVerified helper
    Outstanding person

    I had a complex problem and this person helped me navigate it step by step. Their expertise combined with their kindness made all the difference.

  • Ratul Islam๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ฉVerified donor
    Helped when no one else could

    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.

  • Selin BaลŸaran๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ทVerified donor
    Truly grateful for the support

    The help I received was exactly what was described and more. This person follows through on their commitments and genuinely cares about making a positive impact.

  • Leo Craig๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธVerified donor
    Delivered on promises

    Perfect example of someone making a real difference. They took time out of their busy schedule to help me and never made me feel like a burden.

  • Afshan Bhatti๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฐVerified donor
    Genuine person with a big heart

    This is what community support looks like. They didn't just offer generic advice; they provided personalized help tailored to my specific situation.

  • Folake Odukoya๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌVerified helper
    Went above and beyond

    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.

  • Howard A. James๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆVerified donor
    Changed my perspective

    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.

  • Sasithorn Tangsiri๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ญVerified helper
    Made me feel heard

    This experience has restored my faith in the goodness of people. The helper was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about my outcome.

  • Genet Eshetu๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡นVerified helper
    Honest and trustworthy

    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.

  • Salma Habib๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฆVerified helper
    Exceptional service

    The support I received was beyond what I expected. Not only did they help with the immediate need, but they also provided guidance for long-term solutions. I'm forever grateful.

  • Kylie Torres๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธVerified helper
    Made me feel heard

    Perfect example of someone making a real difference. They took time out of their busy schedule to help me and never made me feel like a burden.

  • Lorena D. Domรญnguez๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธVerified helper
    Made a real difference

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

  • Zain Siddiqui๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฐVerified donor
    Really cared about my situation

    This helper is honest and transparent about what they can do. They didn't overpromise, but they did deliver excellent results. I would definitely trust them again.

  • Luis Acosta๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ทVerified donor
    Would recommend to anyone

    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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  • Gave what I could, wish it was more. Sent it to 26 people at work

    • Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Thinking of Los Angeles.

      • stay strong, Shilpa. Shared it with a few friends. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. Blessings

        • Hope things get better soon, Shilpa. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Love from Makati.

          • Take care, Shilpa. Your post was clear and honest. Love from Cali.

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