Dona Rosa discusses the challenges faced by entrepreneurs in low-income countries and the limitations of traditional business plans in addressing these challenges. She emphasizes the need for personalized mentorship and ongoing support for entrepreneurs, especially those at the beginner level. Dona Rosa shares examples of how she has worked with entrepreneurs in various countries and helped them overcome immediate problems and grow their businesses. She also highlights the importance of a good relationship between the mentor and mentee, as well as the two-way learning process in mentorship.

Takeaways

• Entrepreneurs in low-income countries face unique challenges that are not adequately addressed by traditional business plans.
• Personalized mentorship and ongoing support are crucial for the success of entrepreneurs, especially those at the beginner level.
• Immediate problems, such as financial troubles and lack of business knowledge, need to be addressed before focusing on long-term business plans.
• A good relationship between the mentor and mentee is essential, and mentorship is a two-way learning process.

Learn more about the Guest

Donna Rosa, Chief Entrepreneurship Officer,

EFour Enterprises LLC
www.efourenterprises.com
linkedin.com/in/donnarosa
www.donnamrosa.com