FAQs
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Q. How much time do I need to commit to the programme?
A. We recommend committing a minimum of 10 hours per week. The programme is designed to fit around a full time job, so it’s manageable for people who are still working.
Q. What if I don’t have an idea yet, but want to start a business?
A. That’s ok, this programme will teach you how to identify business idea opportunities, so it’s a good place to start.
Q. Do I have to be in Auckland to do this programme?
A. Nope, it’s all run online, including the mentor sessions, so you can be anywhere in the world.
Q. What are the outcomes of the programme?
A. By completing this programme you will: (1) develop a better understanding of yourself and what you care about. Even if you don’t end up starting a business, this alone will help you to make significantly better decisions about your future; (2) you’ll know how to communicate an idea in a compelling way; (3) you’ll know how to validate and idea, to find out if it’s something worth pursuing, and; (4) you’ll have a much better idea of the process of starting a business, which you can apply to any idea.
Q. How do the one-on-one mentor sessions work?
A. You have three one-on-one mentor sessions to use within the programme duration. You can book these at a time that suits you and the mentor. There will be time in the evenings to book sessions, if you work during the day.
Q. Why is this programme oriented at women, and what if I’m not a women?
A. We’re testing running cohorts targeting distinct groups, to see if this has an impact on the value participants get out of the programme. If you don’t feel that you’re a fit for this cohort, we’ll be running plenty more. Let us know who you are and what you’re interested in here, so we can launch a cohort with people similar to you.
What do I do next?
If you're interested in joining the next intake for this program, register your interest here and we’ll be in touch to let you know the next steps. You'll have the opportunity to ask any questions and collect all the information you need to find out if the program is right for you.
