The conversation discusses the challenges and limitations in development projects, specifically focusing on the strong focus on training rather than mentorship. The guest, Dona Rosa, explains that training is easier and cheaper to implement, and organizations are accustomed to using training as a metric for success. However, she emphasizes the importance of mentorship in developing business skills and suggests that incorporating mentorship can lead to better results in the long run. The conversation also touches on the need for policy redesign at the local level to address the gap between development projects and the needs of local entrepreneurs. Pitfalls in development projects include the lack of common ground between the development community and the private sector, as well as the mismatch between high-tech training and the resources available to entrepreneurs. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the importance of personalized and simplified technology solutions for entrepreneurs.

Takeaways

• Training is easier and cheaper to implement in development projects, but mentorship is crucial for developing business skills.
• Incorporating mentorship in development projects can lead to better long-term results.
• Policy redesign at the local level is necessary to address the needs of local entrepreneurs.
• Common ground between the development community and the private sector is essential for successful development projects.
• High-tech training may not be suitable for entrepreneurs without access to resources, and personalized and simplified technology solutions are more effective.