One of the principles we believe in and uphold fervently at E.I.C
is the need for mentorship in business.
Most often business owners acknowledge their pastors as their spiritual mentor but are totally ignorant when it comes to
signing up with a business mentor or coach who can take their business to the next level.
An effective marketplace minister of the gospel needs to have a thriving business that affords him or her the flexibility to do good to as many people as are stakeholders in his or her business – Christ being the pattern man went about doing good with the anointing He had received while on the earth (Acts 10:38). We find a lot of the market place ministers in developing countries, venture into business out of necessity and not because they are entrepreneurs themselves.
Much rather, there are no companies offering gainful employment and so they gather startup capital and venture into various business ventures that look the most promising. The leadership at E.I.C acknowledges the harsh reality these market place ministers face and we believe we have a duty to educate and encourage them along the path they have been subjected to.
Oftentimes, these economic conditions are exacerbated by the threat of survival every new business face in a tough political and economic climate. We believe the best support these young entrepreneurs need is in the area of mentorship. Hence, we have a relentless commitment to pair young promising entrepreneurs with seasoned business leaders in the same industry who can strengthen their hands, fire up their courage and confirm their faith in God to uphold them through the formative years in business.
We welcome new mentors and mentees onto our platform on a daily basis.
The requirements to qualify for either of these positions are listed below.
REQUIREMENTS TO BECOME A MENTOR
⦁ Has successfully run a business for 4years in the same industry.
⦁ Owns a brick-and-mortar business OR employs at least 2 other employees besides immediate family.
⦁ Can commit to a minimum of 2hrs per week mentoring a younger version of themselves.
⦁ Can take on between 6-8 mentees OR mentor 2 people and serve as an Accountability Coach for someone else at their level.
⦁ Can prove annual profits in business and tax deductions.
⦁ Is a born-again Christian and filled with the baptism of the Holy Spirit with eveidence of speaking in tongues.
⦁ Is a member of Entrepreneurs for Christ and shares a passion for the Kingdom of God.
THE MENTORSHIP STAGES
⦁ Step 1: First, you apply to be a member of Entrepreneurs In Christ here.
⦁ Step 2: Next, you fill out the application below to sign up for mentorship after 30 days as a new member. This 30 days period is used to vet the seriousness of new members to participate and build the community.
⦁ Step 3: You’ll be Interviewed by a manager who will present your file to a proposed mentor who may vet your seriousness or request to speak with you directly.
⦁ Step 4: Once approved, A mentorship agreement will be drafted and sent to you to sign. This signifies your commitment and defines clearly, the terms of engagement with your mentor.
⦁ Step 5: Finally, a 60 second video recording to tell your story, encourage others and report your progress is required of you. This will be featured on our social media pages and credit given to you. Videos should be sent to [email protected]
REQUIREMENTS TO BECOME A MENTEE
⦁ Has registered a new business with the governing body in their country or state of residence. Business may either be brick & mortar location or online.
⦁ Can prove they are into business as a fulltime entrepreneur not just exploring a hobby.
⦁ Can commit to a minimum of 3hrs - 4hrs per week learning from a mentor and executing the tasks and activities assigned by the mentor.
⦁ Is a born-again Christian and filled with the baptism of the Holy Spirit with evidence of speaking in tongues, and believes he or she has a marketplace ministry to serve God’s people.
⦁ Shares a passion to win souls for God and to represent the Kingdom of God accurately in front of stakeholders.
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