Welcome to the Mentor Match-Ups Forum
Success leaves clues—and this space is built to connect experienced business owners, contractors, and veterans with those who are earlier in their journey. Whether you’re looking to offer guidance or learn from someone who’s been there, this forum is your mission briefing room for real-world mentorship.
Whether you're a seasoned SDVOSB owner or a brand-new vet trying to figure out SAM.gov—this forum is where mentorship becomes momentum.
– Forum Command Team
Success leaves clues—and this space is built to connect experienced business owners, contractors, and veterans with those who are earlier in their journey. Whether you’re looking to offer guidance or learn from someone who’s been there, this forum is your mission briefing room for real-world mentorship.
Mission of This Forum:
- Connect mentors with mentees in the SDVOSB, VOSB, and small business space
- Share experience, mistakes, and strategies that worked
- Guide others through certifications, startup hurdles, and scaling challenges
- Help new business owners build confidence, clarity, and tactical plans
- Encourage accountability, professional growth, and long-term success
For Mentees (Those Seeking Guidance):
- Introduce Yourself – Post your name (optional), business type, goals, and what kind of help you need
- Be Coachable – Ask clear questions, take notes, and follow through
- Be Respectful of Time – Your mentor is volunteering their experience. Use it wisely.
For Mentors (Those Offering Guidance):
- List Your Strengths – Share what you’re best at: certifications, federal contracts, marketing, etc.
- Set Boundaries – Choose how you want to help (posts, Zoom, calls, etc.)
- Lead with Experience – Focus on helping others win without fluff or sales talk
Ground Rules:
- No sales pitches, recruiting, or pay-to-play offers
- No ghosting—if you commit to helping or learning, stay in the fight
- Keep it respectful, professional, and mission-driven at all times
Whether you're a seasoned SDVOSB owner or a brand-new vet trying to figure out SAM.gov—this forum is where mentorship becomes momentum.
– Forum Command Team