Trailblazing
Asynchronous Trailblazing programs will be available over the summer.
More information will be available soon!
If you are interested in taking in-person Trailblazing programming in the fall, or have questions about summer programming, please reach out to entrepreneur@uleth.ca
What is Trailblazing?
Are you tired of sitting on your idea, unsure of how to bring it to life? Unsure if your idea has what it takes to succeed? Perhaps you're looking to start a side-hustle or a side-gig to earn some extra income. Maybe you're considering contract work but want to refine your brand and offerings first. If these questions have been on your mind, look no further than Trailblazing: the ultimate early-stage entrepreneurship course!
Trailblazing is designed specifically for individuals who have the ambition to start their own business but lack the knowledge and guidance to get started. Our comprehensive program will take you through the initial steps of developing and refining your business idea. Whether it's defining your target customers and early adopters, understanding financial aspects and pricing models, or building your first prototype, Trailblazing equips you with the essential foundations for a successful business.
What sets Trailblazing apart is our commitment to supporting early-stage entrepreneurs in defining, validating, and preparing their business ideas. We provide you with the tools, resources, and expert guidance needed to transform your idea into a thriving venture.
Don't let your idea go to waste.
What You’ll Learn
In this program, you will flesh out your idea and build a pitch deck to help communicate your idea to others.
Trailblazing is broken into 6 main topics:
- Find customers for your new business
- Make your idea unbeatable
- Beat out the competition
- Make money in your business
- Build your new business idea
- Pitching your new idea for results
Set yourself up for success
Set yourself up for success in the Trailblazing cohort by following these tips:
- Prepare to spend ~4 hours/week on Trailblazing, and schedule time in your calendar to focus on your business idea
- Utilize the 1-1 sessions with a mentor
- Say goodbye to perfection
- Come to Trailblazing prepared with a business idea in mind
Frequently Asked Questions
No entrepreneurial or business knowledge is needed to be part of the program. Entrepreneurial skills will be developed throughout the course of the program.
Yes! Trailblazing can be done multiple times to further refine your business idea. If you have multiple products in your business, going through Trailblazing with a focus on each product is also beneficial.
Trailblazing is completely free! There is no cost to enrolling or participating in Trailblazing
You can expect to spend around 4 hours per week on Trailblazing activities. This includes your weekly mentorship meetings, instruction, and activities.
Yes! Trailblazing is meant for early-stage entrepreneurs to help flesh out their idea. It covers the foundations of starting your business, with little jargon and steady guidance. Working with your mentor, you will be met at your level and guided through the program at your own pace.
Yes! This is a good opportunity to refine things you already know and make new discoveries about your business. Working with your mentor, you will be met at your level and guided through the program at your own pace.