The Realities of Entrepreneurship is Module 1 of the Launch Your Small Business with Confidence course. This is the first of four modules, and each module can be purchased separately—giving you the flexibility to choose the material you need most or complete the entire course.
Starting a business can be exciting, but entrepreneurship involves more than having a great idea. Before you focus on launching, it’s important to understand what entrepreneurship may require of you and whether you are prepared for the journey ahead.
In this self-paced module, you’ll move beyond some of the common assumptions about entrepreneurship and take a practical look at the realities of starting and building a business.
Entrepreneurship Myths
Challenge common assumptions about being your own boss, achieving success quickly, and having what it takes to become an entrepreneur.
Mindset & Adaptability
Explore adaptability, assessing risk, recovering from setbacks, problem-solving, developing a growth mindset, and knowing when your approach may need to change.
Personal & Financial Realities
Consider the time, energy, commitment, and personal adjustments entrepreneurship may require. You’ll also explore startup costs, ongoing expenses, household obligations, and financial runway.
Stress, Purpose & Goals
Learn to recognize signs of stress, connect decisions to your purpose, set clear and measurable goals, and turn those goals into focused action.
You’ll bring what you’ve learned together by developing a focused 30-day sprint built around one goal, specific actions, measurable evidence, and a review of what worked and what may need to change.
This self-paced module was adapted from the Launch Your Small Business with Confidence live cohort, bringing key teaching and insights from the live experience into a focused format you can complete on your own time.
Please Note: The Launch Your Small Business with Confidence Workbook is a companion resource and is sold separately. If you have the workbook, the video includes designated opportunities to pause and complete corresponding Module 1 activities.
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Take an honest look at what entrepreneurship really requires. In this lesson, you’ll explore common entrepreneurship myths, mindset and adaptability, personal and financial realities, and the role of stress, purpose, and goals in your entrepreneurial journey.
This lesson was adapted from the Launch Your Small Business with Confidence live cohort and condensed into a focused, self-paced learning experience.
Please note: This course is intended for educational and informational purposes only. The information provided is general in nature and should not be considered legal, tax, financial, or other professional advice. Requirements may vary based on your business, industry, and location, so participants should consult the appropriate qualified professional or government agency when needed.
This module is designed for:
No prior business experience is required.
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