Self-paced

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How much money do I need to start my business?

This course uses a guide from the U.S. Small Business Administration to help you understand how much money it will take to start your business.

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Venture Development

We’ll dig into how your idea creates value, who your idea serves and how you can make your idea real.

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Entrepreneurial Approach

Explore seven ways of incorporating an entrepreneurial approach into any problem you’re facing.

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Which revenue streams work for me?

Learn about different revenue streams that allow you to deliver value to your customers and make money.

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Why should I develop customer personas?

Learn to collect information and build personas for your customer base as part of an effective marketing and sales strategy.

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What’s the problem?

Creating value and making an impact comes from solving a problem. But first, you’ll need to find and define the problem.

How do I make impactful change?

Ashoka’s three-part series, Changemaking, empowers you to take on systems change without feeling overwhelmed.

What is a business model?

A business model describes how your venture delivers value. Review different types of business models and find one that meets your needs.