This page holds the resources and useful links that you will need for your Be the Business programmes. Bookmark this page now for easy access throughout your programme.
Welcome to your resource hub! We are delighted to have you on board and to support you in your learning and development journey. We’ve developed a comprehensive suite of resources designed to help you develop effective board skills and enhance your leadership capabilities.
Our programme offers a dynamic blend of joining an Advisory Board and offering strategic guidance to our SMEs, all supported by the in-depth self-pace learning: The Boards & Mentoring Academies.
What is included?
Your Volunteer Handbook
This comprehensive guide is your go-to resource for all information regarding your volunteer experience. Explore each section to understand the structure, goals, and learning outcomes of our programme, ensuring you fully leverage the diverse learning experiences offered.
Online Monthly Lunch & Learns
These monthly interactive sessions provide an excellent opportunity to learn and enhance your skills continuously. Each session covers relevant topics, shares best practices, and features expert speakers. Additionally, you'll have the chance to get to know other fellow volunteers, exchange ideas, and build valuable connections.
Self-paced online learning
The Online Boards & Mentoring Academies
In addition to your hands-on experiences, you can access the online self-paced learning and materials.
Carefully curated bite-size content, each lesson designed for only 5-10 minutes a day, that complements your learning journey and provides you with the flexibility
to expand your knowledge on your terms.
Boards Academy Workbook
The workbook is designed to offer a space to reflect on your growth and note down actions. Whether you're learning about board composition, corporate governance, or board effectiveness, this workbook is an essential tool for applying your new knowledge to real-world scenarios.
Mentoring Academy Workbook
Designed to guide your one-on-one meetings with the small business, this workbook provides essential tools and reflections to support your growth as a mentor. Learn to set meaningful goals, develop core mentoring skills, and create an inclusive and ethical mentoring environment.
Open Questions Prompt Sheet
This leaflet gives you ideas of some open questions that can be useful in your SME meetings to explore.
These can open a discussion and can help you explore and discover unanticipated answers and important insights.
Additional opportunities
Coffee Roulette
Welcome to Be The Business Coffee Roulette! An opportunity to network and get to know fellow volunteers.
Each month we will match you with a fellow volunteer to discuss all things business and productivity.
If you would like to take part in our Coffee Roulette press continue and provide your details and consent to be matched.
Let us be your Be The Business barista!
Here to help
Contact us
If at any point on your programme journey, you need help or additional information, please don’t hesitate to contact us.