Membership Criteria
Our Membership and network has been developed over the past 30 years that we have been supporting IT entrepreneurial businesses. If you would like to become a member, then please follow the below.
Inspire & Engage
Unique Mentors believe in high quality relationships, formed from day one.
We have the passion to inspire the next generation of IT Services Leaders in our industry.
Our Mentors have been senior decision makers across the industry and are aligned, in sync as a Team to work alongside our clients to deliver outstanding results.
If you have the Passion and would like to work in a Team environment then been a Mentor at Unique Mentors is for you..
1. Educate yourself
It's important to thoroughly educate yourself about the process, as well as the industry and market in which you are considering investing. Starting with a vertical that you are passionate about can also help to keep you motivated and engaged in the investment. Our requirement is that the Investor needs to have insight into IT Services.
2. Track Record
You need to have the proven skills to become a mentor and the ability to either funds or time to invest.into a IT Services Client of Unique Mentors.
3. Experience
Having experience in the IT services industry, either in the management side or as a Founder, or somebody that has been a long term supplier will be beneficial when investing in the IT Services sector. You will have the knowledge and insights about the industry, as well as a network of contacts and resources that could be helpful. You may also have a better understanding of the challenges and opportunities in the sector, which can help you to make more informed investment decisions
4. Connections
Network and learn from other angel investors. Building relationships with other angel investors can be a great way to learn about new investment opportunities and get advice on the angel investing process. By joining as an angel investor you will be able to attend industry events to connect with others in the angel investing community.
5. Dedication
Be prepared for a long-term commitment. Angel investing is not a short-term game, and it can take several years for a company to mature and potentially generate a return on investment.
6.Capacity
Do you have the capacity to work as a mentor, or just be an investor. Stay involved and provide value. As an angel investor, you can provide valuable mentorship and support to the companies in which you invest. Stay engaged and offer your expertise to help them succeed.
7. Commitment
Getting to know the founders of the company is crucial, as you will be partnering with them and supporting their vision. Also by supporting these business it is part of the payback, you receive plenty of enjoyment through the whole process.
8. Understanding Risk
Investing can be a high-risk, high-reward endeavour. It's important to carefully evaluate the potential risks and rewards before making an investment. If your focus and background is IT Services then you will have a better understanding of the Risks.
9. Diversity
Build a diversified portfolio. As with any investment, it's important to diversify your portfolio to spread out the risk. This can include investing in a variety of business and stages of development. Diversifying your portfolio is always a good idea, and investing in scalable IT Services business can help to maximize your potential returns.
We all have different paths to success, some have achieved it and some have just taken the first step.
It's important to recognise that everyone's journey is different and that there is no one right way to achieve success. It's also important to be patient and persistent, as success often takes time and requires hard work and dedication. As Mentors we have all been through this before ourselves in our own IT Services Business.
Ultimately, the key to success is to set clear goals, work hard towards them, and stay focused and motivated, even when things get tough. It's also important to seek out support and resources that can help you achieve your goals, and to be open to learning and growing along the way.
