Free online course for women who are 50yrs or over

Enterprise Junction are very pleased to announce their latest free online self-employment course which will start around mid-March to early April 2021. There are 10 spaces available and all participants must fulfil the stated criteria e.g. Female, 50yrs or over and live in the Lewes District. 
 
The challenges that a lot of people are facing in these difficult times are huge. The impact of which is felt both financially and emotionally and more than ever people are looking at ways to become more self-reliant.  The objective of our course is to help the participant become more independent and start their journey as self-employed. 
 
All participants must have a good standard of IT and literacy skills. As part of the course participants will receive the following: 
 

• An augmented reality workbook and a 52-week journal 
• 3 x sessions with a Business Advisor over 3 months 
• A Case Manager to support and to stay on track 
• Unlimited email support from their Business Advisor / Case Manager during the 3 months pre-launch period 

• Participants will learn business planning, cashflow forecasting and will receive a number of useful business templates 
• 3 x self-employed bite sized workshops; 1.  Intro to self-employment 2.  Business Planning made simple, 3. Sales and marketing 

 
“I am delighted that we are able to offer this free online course.” -  Said Michelle Gibbins, Chairperson of Enterprise Junction. “Knowing that it has the potential to change a life is what drives both me and my fellow colleagues.  We are very grateful for the support of Sussex Community Foundation because without their funding we would not be able to provide such a fantastic opportunity.” 
 
Application forms can be obtained by emailing helen@enterprisejunction.org.uk