What is the
Business Start-Up Program?
If you have a business idea that you can’t seem to translate into an actual business… if you are struggling to complete a business plan that you’ve been working on for what seems like forever… if you KNOW YOU NEED to stop talking about the business that you are going to start one “one day’ and just do it already… then this program is just for you.
In this course you will learn to:

How the Business Start-Up Program works..
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The program will run as a cohort where you and approximately twenty others will go through the journey of revitalizing your businesses together.
The Program Includes the Following:
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Dedicated coaching and mentorship from a seasoned business coach
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Access to in-person seminars on various topics relevant to small business owners
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Access to grant funding opportunities
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Membership to a network of small business owners in the country
Program Requirements
To qualify for this program, you must meet the following criteria:
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Participate in a self-assessment process that is done in person at Strive.
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Be able to commit 6-8 hours each week to your business development
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Have access to the internet.
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Be able to pay your tuition of $40 before starting the program.
Meet Your
Coach

Mr. David Sinatue holds a MSc. Degree and Diploma in Environmental Governance from the University of Freiburg, Germany and a BA Degree in Sociology and Public Administration from the African Methodist Episcopal Zion University. He also has a background also in Small Business Management from the AME Zion University, and Entrepreneurship from ILO Entrepreneurship Academy.
He is an experienced researcher and a former Civil Society Leadership Institute Fellow at the West African Society Leadership Institute in Accra, Ghana, and a proud beneficiary of the German Academic Exchange Scholarship (DAAD), Germany.
David Kafina Sinatue is a serial entrepreneur. He is the founder of Dense Services, Dense Development Initiative, GoLocal and the Kafina Initiative. He is also a researcher, a publishing author and an adjunct lecturer at the Stella Maris Polytechnic University, AME and AME Zion Universities respectively. Mr. Sinatue is a lead trainer at the Dense Training Centre. Overtime, his work has focused on supporting inclusive economies and sustainable business systems that ensure MSMEs grow and thrive; thus, strengthening the productive capacity and improving market access for MSMEs to support employment, income and wealth creation. Also, he provides incubation support including mentorship, coaching and networking to individual, groups, businesses, associations, and social enterprises such as CSOs/CBOs.
Your Investment
The fee to participate in this program is $40 USD and is payable upon your acceptance to the program.
Here is everything you are getting:
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The Complete Business Start-Up Program
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A customized business growth road map
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Thirty days in person learning session with group activity including coaching calls
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One on One sessions with a business coach and mentor in where you have needs
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Q & A office hours weekly
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Four business growth seminars
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Three months of remote coaching support
Bonuses
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Have access to the hustle 8 hours weekly.
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Use computers and internet for research purposes
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The Program Includes the Following:
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Dedicated facilitator, coaching and mentorship from a seasoned business coach
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Access to1 hub, platform with tools, resources, and guides to support your business transformation journey
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Access to seminars on various topics relevant to small business owners
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Access to loan funding opportunities
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Membership to a network of small business owners in the country
What happens next?
HEAR
FROM US
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Once we receive your registration we'll contact you!
VISIT
US
We'll schedule a time for you to come to Strive and do your self-assessment test.
We'll call you when you are accepted into the program.
You'll join us at Strive on "DATE TBA" to start transforming your business.
Join
US
LEARN
WITH US
Questions and Answers
Q1: What is the business start up program?
A1: The business start up is a program designed to take your business idea and put it into action.
Q2: When does the program start?
A2: The next cohort starts April 18,2022.
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Q3: How do I know if this program is for me?
A3: If you have a business idea that you can’t seem to translate into an actual business… if you are struggling to complete a business plan that you’ve been working on for what seems like forever… if you KNOW YOU NEED to stop talking about the business that you are going to start one “one day’ and just do it already… then this program is just for you.
Q4: How much of a time commitment is required?
A4: 6-8 hours each week.
Q5: How do I know this is going to work?
A5: The truth is you don't know this is going to work, and you won't know until you try. What I can tell you that everyone that has come through this program AND has done the work has successfully achieved their business goals
Q6: Is there a fee?
A6: Yes, there is a fee of $40USD to participate in this program. The fee is payable upon acceptance to the program.
Q7: How do I apply?
A7: To apply for this program, complete the application form below. Once you have completed the form, someone from our team will contact you to visit our center and complete the application.
Q8: What do I need to complete this program?
A8: To complete this program, you need to have access to a laptop or smartphone and consistent internet access. You will be responsible for the cost of data, transportation, or any other inputs required to complete the program.
Q9: What are the requirements to participate?
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Participate in a self-assessment process that is done in person at Strive.
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Be able to attend 10 in-person sessions held at Strive.
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Have access to the internet.
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Be able to pay your $40 tuition at the start of the program.