* Please feel free to use the auto-schedule feature if scheduled times don't work for you! *

In this fun, informative, and highly interactive class, learners will create a draft business plan!  If you don't have a printer, all work can be done in Word, in a journal, etc.

Class 1:  Learn about the elements of a business plan, share your business or idea with the rest of the class, and start to discuss your product or service with an eye toward cost and customers.  
>> Homework:  Learners will receive a printable Business Plan worksheet.  Homework includes filling out the 1st page of the worksheet - which is a draft!  So they don't need to stress out if they can't finish one or more of the sections.

Class 2:  We'll walk through how to price your product or service, thinking through materials, overhead, marketing costs, etc.  We'll talk about how financial skills can impact your business, including whether you have enough funds or materials to begin, or whether you might need to fundraise or do some paid chores before you can start.  Finances are just one part of a business - but they're important!  
>> Homework: Fill out the 2nd page of the Business Plan Worksheet.

Class 3:  Collaborative discussion about how your strengths and challenges can inform - and improve - your business idea!  If time permits, learners will present their final business idea (which may have changed since the first class!)
>> Homework: None!  But - if you want to finish your draft and send your completed Business Plan Worksheet to me via Outschool, I'll send feedback!

Learners are encouraged to advocate for how they best learn - no one will be "dinged" if they don't turn on their camera (except to verify) or if they don't do the homework.  There are lots of opportunities for interaction, collaborative discussion, problem solving, and practicing social skills in this class!  If you don't have a printer, learners can do classwork in a journal or submit typed responses in the classroom.

This is a fully stand-alone class, but if your learner wants to dive in even deeper, there's also a Part 2.  

Alternatively, check out my Semester long course, which starts with the Business Plan and then tackles more topics. https://outschool.com/classes/semester-business-exploration-part-1-marketing-pricing-finance-graphic-design-CsuRoIZE?refuid=kGLE5w9M

Would your learner prefer on-demand videos and personalized teacher feedback within their own personal classroom?  Check out my Self Paced version of this course: same content, but at YOUR pace!  https://outschool.com/classes/self-paced-build-a-business-plan-with-marketing-pricing-soft-skills-RmFw8hhR?refuid=kGLE5w9M

Please check the schedule as there may be variations in how often the class meets per week.

PLEASE NOTE: This class will only run with 3 or more learners, due to the interactive class style.  

A note about my classroom guidelines: kids can be wiggly, distracted, and sensory seeking, and that's totally normal! I try to create spaces that are supportive, cozy, and interactive. Because some behaviors can be distracting for classmates, I will share a basic set of guidelines at the beginning of class. I want to make sure that all students are cared for, and reducing on-camera distractions is part of that!
1)  Video on or off (after verification)!  Discussions can be verbal or in *on-topic* chats.
2)  Be respectful; don't interrupt; raise your (physical or digital) hand!  Don't intentionally distract other students (e.g. putting things directly in front of the camera)
3)  Because they can be quite distracting, this class does not allow video filters, avatars, or background changes (except blur).
4)  If necessary, I will move a disruptive student to the waiting room.  If appropriate, I will let them back in for another chance to stay in class respectfully.  If this occurs and you have questions, please reach out to Support.
5)  Any racist, homophobic, body shaming, violent or inappropriate language/images will result in removal from class.  If this happens, you may email outschool@support.com with any questions.  

A few other notes:
-  Please click your meeting link 2-3 minutes early so we can start class on time!  
-  Per OS policy, if there are no students in the classroom 10 minutes after class starts, I will log off and end class.  (If you're having tech issues trying to enter the classroom, just send a message or post in the classroom, so I know you are there!)
-  If you cannot attend, please let me know at least 24 hours before class starts, so I can transfer you to a different section (when possible).  When it might not be possible: if you ask for a transfer for a multiday class the day before it starts, and your transfer will result in the class dropping below the learner minimum, I may not be able to offer a transfer.  But if I can, I will!
-  Class recordings are not automatically shared; they will be made available when possible.  Please note, new OS policy is that a learner can't watch a video until they have attended class, unless they are a verified learner.
-  Learners are encouraged to advocate for how they would like to participate.  If your learner needs adult help (e.g. adult on screen, adult answers for child or facilitates answers, adult takes notes), please let me know in advance per OS parent guidance.