Working on your small business or startup?

Starting a business is exciting and probably a little scary. There’s a lot to think about. Do I have the tools I need? How can I attract clients? What’s the best way to set up my fees? How much money do I need to get started? What do I need to do to make my business a success?

The answer to that last question isn’t as hard as you might think. Almost all successful business owners share one common thing; they worked with a mentor to build their business. How valuable is having a mentor? Entrepreneurs who work with mentors are 5 times more likely to succeed! 


What can you expect from a mentor?

A good mentor won’t tell you how to run your business. They will share their personal experience and give you feedback, but don’t expect your mentor to do your work for you or solve all your problems. A good mentor may make suggestions or help you think through different options, but they won’t make decisions for you that you can make yourself. Your mentor may be a trusted advisor, but they are not a business partner. Ultimately, you have to decide what is best for you and your business.

3 ways mentors lead to success

  1. Mentors share their experiences and connect you with people who can help you get your business off to a great start. They can help you create a business plan, think through strategies, and crunch numbers.

  2. Mentors use their experiences to help you avoid common mistakes and show you how to overcome potential problems. They will help you stay focused on your goals and hold you accountable for your vision for your business.

  3. Mentors provide support by coaching you, acting as a sounding board, offering constructive criticism when necessary, and being your advocate.

How to Find Your Mentor

Sky’s the Limit makes it easy to find a mentor who will encourage you and offer support.

Tips to Help You Work with Your Mentor

Before you meet with your mentor, take some time to make notes about what you want to accomplish. A few things to consider:

  • What do you feel you need to learn? 

  • What can this person best teach you?

  • What do you want out of the relationship? 

What can help you be 5X more successful?

Working with a mentor can make you 5 times more likely to succeed! Entrepreneurs who work with a mentor can help you get started and help you grow. They have experience in business and can help connect you with information and contacts and avoid obstacles. Best of all, a mentor believes in you and your dream and will listen to any ideas or concerns you have. 


Entrepreneurs with mentors are 5X more likely to launch, grow, and stay in business.

As a member, you’ll get:

One-on-one Mentorship

One-on-one Mentorship

You’ll get to meet with volunteer mentors from our network of thousands of area experts in the US and across the globe.

Human Support

Human Support

In addition to your personalized match recommendations, our Member Experience team will help you get started, invite you to member events, and connect you to startup resources.

Tools & Resources

Tools & Resources

Not sure where to start with your business? Our step-by-step guides will help break down important business milestones into manageable steps you can work on with a volunteer.

Funding Opportunities

Funding Opportunities

We offer monthly micro-grant opportunities through our Friends & Family Fund, plus exclusive invitation to pitch for larger grants throughout the year.


Friends and Family Fund

Friends and Family Fund

Each month, our members vote for at least one Sky’s the Limit entrepreneur to receive a $2,500 startup grant. We’ve given over $100,000 in grants so far and plan to fund millions more.

Do I qualify for the program? 

If you have a business or business idea, are between the ages of 18-29, and from a group that is statistically underrepresented in traditional entrepreneurship, you likely qualify for full membership. Entrepreneur FAQ.

How it works

Complete a profile

Step 1:
Complete a profile

Whether you want to get support for your startup or give support by mentoring or advising young entrepreneurs, it all starts with creating your free profile so you can message and meet members.

Message and collaborate

Step 2:
Message and collaborate

As a member of Skysthelimit.org, you’ll be able to message, meet, and collaborate with other members to work on projects and complete important business milestones.

Celebrate your wins!

Step 3:
Celebrate your wins!

Skysthelimit.org members develop valuable business skills and build meaningful relationships — all while building innovative, sustainable businesses and increasing equity in entrepreneurship!

Ready to chase your business dreams?

Ready to chase your business dreams?

OUR PARTNERS