How to Start a Business - Overview for 8 to 12 Year Olds
In this one time class, we will discuss the basics of starting and running your own business. Dog lover? Baker? Students will analyze their interests and passions, determine how that might fit into a money making enterprise.
Ms. Sandy
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(160)
What's included
1 live meeting
45 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
This class will teach the basics of starting and running a small business. This is an introductory level course and we will talk about the fundamentals: Commitment to a goal, the importance of passion, concepts of supply and demand, and how to turn your passions and interests into a money making enterprise.
Learners can take this class as a stand alone or as part of a series of workshops that will be offered in the near future and which will address specific business topics and "next steps" from initial idea to launching and beyond.
Class will include a brief overview of relevant terms, including a "take-home" worksheet for learners to complete (optional), a discussion and analysis of examples of successful child / teen entrepreneurs (either narrated by me or through the use of carefu, and a designated time for the learners to write down a self-analysis of interests, passions, and strengths. There will be time for leaners to share their findings with the group and receive feedback from their peers and the teacher.
Learners need to be adept at writing, following directions, and providing feedback to peers in an honest and supportive way.Learning Goals
Students will walk away with basic understanding of the following concepts: Business, profit, entrepreneurship, customer, risk/reward, services vs. goods. Students will also walk away with a better understanding not only of how businesses work in general, but also with insights about their own interests, passions, and strengths - and of how that can be applied to a business in real life.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
We will be discussing your learner's interests and possible ways to turn them into a small business. Different states might have different rules as to permits needed for minors to work or start a business and the parents might need to find out the specific requirements for their state and city. I cannot provide legal advice.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Besides being a business owner myself, I have worked in the business arena for over 15 years in various capacities and with businesses that range from micro-stores to large, multi-million dollar companies with a global presence. I was a business major in college and have done post-graduate course work specifically in the field of small business consulting. Small and emerging businesses are near and dear to my heart.Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$15
per classMeets once
45 min
Completed by 16 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
3-9 learners per class
