After a successful beta test last year of the Start Up Shed, it felt churlish not to launch it properly. Here's what a few of the members said about it after the programme finished:
"I truly believe that the knowledge gained throughout will significantly contribute to our business growth over the next year." Niall Carney, The Breakaway Studio
"I loved being part of the Shed, I didn't want it to end. Jodie is a rare find - someone who genuinely wants to see people thrive and grow as business owners. Jodie injects creativity into every little task, to make you think differently about your business. So many "ohhh" moments. Highly recommend the Shed for anyone starting out and/or looking to boost their biz." Mel Barfield, All Copy Mel.
"It's been an absolutely invaluable experience and has completely set me up for success. Owning a business is no longer a horrendously huge beast I have to tackle all in one but a beast I can take bites of slowly... I would 100% recommend others jump on board the next Start Up Shed." Imogen Tingay, IT Dietetics.
There are 10 seats available in the Start Up Shed. Each session will be 90 minutes and will start on 11th January 2024 at 1.15pm and be every two weeks. (Some meetings could be subject to a date change if unforeseen stuff occurs; you will be given as much notice as possible). Please don’t apply if you have to take your gran’s dog for a walk at that time every fortnight, you will need to be in the zoom room for the live sessions.
I will be selecting the business owners on the basis of the application form answers, and if there is a strong shortlist, a very short online chat. Failing that, we might have to resort to a couple of rounds of rock, paper, scissors, but let’s hope it doesn’t come to that.
By applying you understand that there will be a Start Up Shed member's fee of £297 + vat, payable in three equal amounts, payable on the 8th December 2023, 8th February and 21st March 2024.
Successful applicants will be notified by 27th November 2023.
Thanks for applying and I might see you in the Shed next year!