Equipping men to be mentors to
make a difference in the lives of others.
Miles Protter, Founder
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There was a time back at uni in Canada I felt very stuck. I hated my course and didn't know what to do with my life. It seemed there was no one to talk to.
I was befriended by a lecturer called John. I enjoyed his English sense of humour and clever mind. He offered me work helping with his research. Over beers he got me to start thinking about what future I really wanted. Thanks to John, I applied to study in the UK. That led to opportunities to work all over the world. My life was never the same. John and I are still friends after 40 years. I realise now how few people have benefitted from a mentor like John. I started Men's Business in 2016 to change that. |
We equip mature men with the skills and confidence to offer themselves as mentors to other men in their communities, families and workplaces. We encourage the formation of local mentor groups to acquire new skills, inspire each other, and grow and develop as human beings.
A mentoring movement will emerge creating connections across generations and webs of new relationships, strengthening the very fabric of our society.
A mentoring movement will emerge creating connections across generations and webs of new relationships, strengthening the very fabric of our society.
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Why men need mentorsEvery week I hear ordinary guys share about the extraordinary challenges they're facing: the shock of a friend taking his own life; caring for a wife undergoing chemo or dementia; losing children to accidents or suicide; the death of a spouse, loved one or friend; divorce; redundancy; retirement; loneliness; illness.
These guys need more than just, "Sorry to hear that, mate." They need someone to travel alongside them over time with compassion and understanding. |
And then I hear younger men talk about the challenges of finding their way in life, building careers, raising families, and dealing with disappointment. But so many lack confidence and have no one to talk to. These guys also need someone travelling alongside them over time with compassion and understanding.
The man they need is a mentor.
The man they need is a mentor.
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That's where you may come in...In spite of what so many men are dealing with in life few seek a mentor. They don’t want to look weak. They feel they must figure everything out themselves. It's too embarrassing to ask. What if the answer is no?
And many guys have little experience of anyone ‘mentor-worthy’ in their lives. Especially a man who has accomplished something in life yet has the |
humility to listen and ask good questions. Who will share his mistakes as generously as his wisdom. And mature enough to know he doesn't have all the answers.
Now maybe you recognise yourself as just that kind of man...
Now maybe you recognise yourself as just that kind of man...
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What next?Consider taking this very simple step - reach out to another guy facing challenges in his life and offer to meet with him regularly as a mentor.
This might be totally new for you and you have to figure this out step by step. Or you might have been doing it for years and want to improve your skills and confidence. Either way, whether you're an expert or just beginning, we have mentoring resources and an archive of articles available for you. Join up with other men to form a mentor group to share stories and learn together. Get in touch with us and we'll start a conversation about how you can do that. And if you join the Men's Business mentoring community (see below) you'll receive a welcome pack as well as new articles and videos every month. If you're looking for a mentor we offer some suggestions. |
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It was 5:35 am, pitch dark, 6 degrees and cloudless. The road was very wet. Still eight guys were waiting to start the Thursday bike ride.
The whole way we were sprayed by vehicles beside us and the bikes in front. Soaked, dirty and cold we pulled in 45 kms later at our favourite café, ready for a coffee and pastry.
In the middle of the usual post ride banter, someone asked, “What time is the funeral?”
The whole way we were sprayed by vehicles beside us and the bikes in front. Soaked, dirty and cold we pulled in 45 kms later at our favourite café, ready for a coffee and pastry.
In the middle of the usual post ride banter, someone asked, “What time is the funeral?”