START HER UP

BUILD YOUR OWN BUSINESS

Get the knowledge, tools and connections to start your business in NL

WHAT IS START HER UP

Start Her Up is an integrated business creation program focused on empowering 15 unemployed women to establish their own business in The Netherlands.


Start Her Up offers a unique blend of business advisory, personal development, and the cultivation of essential entrepreneurial skills.


The program is led by accomplished entrepreneurs and industry experts, who lead engaging group sessions and peer coaching, all spanning a four-month journey. With our small group size, we provide personalized attention, ensuring effective coaching during the crucial pre-start-up phase.

WHO CAN PARTICIPATE?

Unemployed Women

We welcome unemployed women who possess a well-defined vision for the businesses they aspire to launch.

Highly Motivated

A strong commitment to embarking on the entrepreneurial journey is imperative, as we seek individuals brimming with motivation and determination

With available time

Participants should have a minimum of 14 hours per week available to dedicate to the program. This ensures that they can fully engage with the comprehensive training and coaching we offer to support their entrepreneurial endeavors

and Entrepreneurial Mindset

We enthusiastically invite individuals who have passion, creativity, and a sincere eagerness to embrace the world of entrepreneurship.

THE PROGRAM

Our program is an enriching four-month journey, spanning from October through January, with brief pauses during the Herfstvakantie and Christmas holidays to ensure a well-balanced learning experience. It is thoughtfully structured into three distinctive phases, each building upon the previous, equipping participants with the knowledge, skills, and insights needed for successful entrepreneurship. An essential component of this program is the requirement for participants to wholeheartedly commit to attending all sessions, as this engagement is vital to their growth and development throughout this transformative entrepreneurial adventure.


Start Her Up is funded By Gemeente Eindhoven, participants will only pay a participation fee of 65 euros.

Sessions will take place twice a week in Eindhoven, in person.



Age, educational level, marital status, family size, lack of experience, lack of self- confidence, fear of taking risks, household roles and expectations, and childbearing roles, are among the major social and cultural constraints limiting women's development and success as entrepreneurs.


This part of the project focuses on giving tools to overcome these challenges. We want to inspire the participants by introducing successful entrepreneurs as role models and make it easier for women to identify themselves with thesel role models.


October  2023

The aim of this phase is to develop entrepreneurial competencies and to explore the feasibility of the business idea.


It has been designed to enhance the capacities of early-stage women entrepreneurs and increase the success of their overall entrepreneurial performance.


Participants will take masterclasses, workshops and practical sessions that cover a wide range of topics that an entrepreneur needs to master to manage her own business.


November - December 2023

Clearly, social networks play a key role in the entrepreneurial process, bringing important benefits for entrepreneurs in terms of human, social, and financial capital.


We will provide you the tools to improve your networking skills and we create opportunities for you to connect with other business women, and with other entrepreneurship organizations in the region.




January 2023

THE BENEFITS

From gaining invaluable knowledge and skills to fostering personal growth and nurturing networking opportunities, our program is meticulously crafted to provide you with the essential resources to transition from unemployment to business ownership successfully.


You will acquire essential business skills such as decision-making, problem-solving, and effective communication


You will get comprehensive knowledge about entrepreneurship, including business planning, marketing strategies, and financial management. You will experience personal development and enhanced self-confidence, empowering you to take on new challenges.


This is also an opportunity to expand your network by connecting with fellow aspiring entrepreneurs and potential collaborators.


Finally, you will apply what you learn! By the end of the program you will have a  a solid foundation to launch your own business venture confidently.

Next edition starts in September

APPLY NOW

THE CHERRY ON THE CAKE

At the culmination of this transformative journey, we have an exciting opportunity for you! At the program's conclusion, each participant will have the chance to showcase their new business, unveil their brand, and share their entrepreneurial vision.


But that's not all – we're thrilled to announce that the two most outstanding presentations will be rewarded with incredible prizes that will undoubtedly boost your business launch.


These prizes include a professionally designed website, a dedicated photoshoot session for your products or services, personalized business cards in both printed and digital formats, and exclusive spaces at our next market. It's your time to shine, and these prizes will help you do just that. Get ready to put your best foot forward and embrace the journey ahead!


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