Mentor Development Series explained:
The EYE Academy Coach and Mentor Development Series by YBI is a professional learning programme designed to help mentors and coaches develop the skills, confidence, and tools needed to support young entrepreneurs more effectively.
Developed through over 25 years of mentoring programme experience, the series draws on YBI’s work supporting more than 50 organisations globally to design and deliver successful mentoring initiatives. It also builds on international research showing that mentoring relationships achieve significantly stronger outcomes when mentors receive ongoing development and support.
This interactive online programme provides mentors with access to expert-led training, practical tools, and peer learning opportunities, enabling them to deepen their mentoring practice and strengthen the impact of their conversations with entrepreneurs.
Through six engaging sessions, participants will explore real mentoring challenges, learn proven coaching techniques, and connect with mentors from across the global YBI network.
This programme is designed for:
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Volunteer mentors supporting young entrepreneurs
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Coaches working within entrepreneurship support programmes
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Experienced mentors who want to deepen their practice
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New mentors looking to build confidence and develop core mentoring skills
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Professionals interested in strengthening their coaching and mentoring capabilities
By completing the Coach/Mentor Development Series, participants will be able to:
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Build stronger, trust-based mentoring relationships
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Facilitate meaningful and structured mentoring conversations
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Apply practical tools to support problem-solving, resilience, and decision-making
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Recognise and manage common risks within mentoring relationships
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Support entrepreneurs during periods of uncertainty and change
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Reflect on their mentoring approach and continuously improve their practice
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Develop a personal repertoire of mentoring techniques and strategies
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Create a plan for ongoing professional development as a mentor or coach
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Session 1: Risk and success factors in coaching/mentoring relationships
Date: Wednesday 13th May 2026
Time: 1-3 PM BST
Session overview:
Explore the key elements that make mentoring relationships effective and sustainable. Participants will reflect on real mentoring experiences and identify strategies to strengthen mentoring outcomes.
Session 2: Mentoring/coaching in times of change and uncertainty
Date: Wednesday 17th June 2026
Time: 1-3 PM BST
Session overview:
Learn how to support entrepreneurs navigating uncertainty and change. This session introduces practical frameworks and questioning techniques that build resilience and clarity.
Session 3: Soft skills in coaching and mentoring
Date: Wednesday 15th July 2026
Time: 1-3 PM BST
Session overview:
Develop the interpersonal skills that underpin effective mentoring relationships, including trust-building, active listening, empathy, and purposeful conversations.
Session 4: Coaching and mentoring tools and techniques
Date: Wednesday 9th September 2026
Time: 1-3 PM BST
Session overview:
Expand your mentoring toolkit with practical frameworks that support creative problem solving, resilience building, and effective conversations.
Session 5: Ending the relationship and what comes next
Date: Wednesday 14th October 2026
Time: 1-3 PM BST
Session overview:
Discover how to conclude mentoring relationships positively, evaluate impact, and support learners in building confidence and independence.
Session 6: The path of a coach or mentor – Building and using your repertoire
Date: Wednesday 11th November 2026
Time: 1-3 PM BST
Session overview:
Reflect on your development as a mentor and explore how to build a repertoire of approaches, tools, and techniques to support different mentoring situations.
Sign up today to connect with a global network of mentors dedicated to supporting young entrepreneurs to succeed.
Through shared learning, reflection, and collaboration, participants strengthen not only their individual practice but also the collective impact of mentoring across the YBI network.
Join and take the next step in your development as a mentor or coach.
Through shared learning, reflection, and collaboration, you will strengthen not only your individual practice but also the collective impact of mentoring across the YBI network.
Take the next step in your development as a mentor or coach.
