What is the time commitment?
CO.STARTERS Core sessions meet once a week for 3 hours over 10 weeks. You will also need to complete additional fieldwork between sessions.
Make Your Business Dream a Reality
CO.STARTERS Core is an accelerator-style program designed to provide you with the insights, relationships, and tools needed to turn your idea into action and your passion into a sustainable and thriving business.
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CO.STARTERS Core
Our flagship offering is an accelerator-style program that helps you learn the fundamentals to take your business to the next stage of growth. This course is 10 sessions over 10 weeks.
Session 1
Knowing Yourself
Introduction, assumptions, working styles, team building obstacles
Session 2
Knowing Your Customers
Customer, problem, alternatives, idea testing
Session 3
Finding Your Customers
Solution, benefit, advantage, starting small, brand identity
Session 4
Getting the Relationship Right
Marketing and message, getting, keeping and growing customers
Session 5
Building Blocks
Distribution, revenue, typical offering, price
Session 6
Structures and Systems
Legal and accounting considerations
Session 7
Discovering the Bottom Line
Startup and ongoing needs, fixed and variable costs, break-even point
Session 8
Financial Modeling
Break-even point, sales projections, cash flow, raising captial
Session 9
Planning for Growth
Growth plans, goal setting, pitch prep
Session 10
Celebration!
The journey, successes, the future
Led by an experienced facilitator, you’ll explore how your businesses will operate, then test your ideas with potential customers.
How much does the program cost?
The program currently costs a flat fee of $275 per participant. Your course materials will be available for pickup during your first session. *
What do I need to join a virtual program
All 10 sessions of the CO.STARTERS Core program will be held on Zoom. Participants are expected to attend sessions with your video on and be in a location where you can participate in discussions.
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CO.STARTERS Core goes beyond helping you launch your business.
Through the FINSYNC network, you gain expert guidance from a network of bankers and facilitators ready to champion your success. Also, you will gain free access to FINSYNC's software platform. Manage cash flow, send payments & invoices, and easily add payroll as your business grows.
One Step at a Time: Building Your Idea into a Thriving Business.
Is CO.STARTERS right for you?
- Do you have a business idea bouncing around in your head, but getting started feels overwhelming?
- Ever dream of turning your creative hobby into a thriving business?
- Is your side hustle more than just a side hustle? Are you ready to take it to the next level?
- Feeling stuck with your current business? CO.STARTERS Core can help you find your growth path.
Here's what you will gain from CO.STARTERS
Clarity: Ask questions, challenge your assumptions, and brainstorm solutions.
Confidence: Understand the "why" and "how" behind successful business practices.
Community: Find support, accountability, and a network in a safe space to learn.
Action Plan: Leave the program with a clear roadmap and actionable steps to achieve your goals.
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Apply for CO.STARTERS Core!
Use this form to apply for an upcoming CO.STARTERS Core program in your area. The program costs $275 per participant, which includes a CO.STARTERS Core workbook. Financial assistance is available if needed.
The program features weekly 3-hour sessions over 10 weeks. Because this is a fast-paced program, you will be required to attend all 10 sessions.
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