Make Your Own Job

Make Your Own Job is a practical 4-week programme designed to help you turn your ideas into real opportunities.

Whether you’re interested in starting a business, working as a freelancer, or simply building valuable employability skills, this programme will give you the tools, knowledge, and confidence to take the next step.

Across the four weeks, sessions will cover key areas including idea generation and what it means to be an entrepreneur, finance and pricing, marketing, and confidence and pitching. You’ll gain a strong foundation in how to develop and present your ideas, understand your market, and create something that can generate lasting income that can become your future career!

Session Overview

(Week 1, 29th June 10am-1pm) Build Your Blueprint and Discover Your Spark: In week 1 you will learn what it means to be an entrepreneur and what skills you need to become a founder. We will also help you build your business blueprint which you will use as a guide for future sessions.

(Week 2, 6th July10am-1pm) Master Your Money: In week 2 we will guide you through the financial side of business, exploring different forms of pricing and how to effectively manage your cashflow.

(Week 3, 13th July 10am-1pm ) Own Your Narrative: Week 3 is all about marketing! We will look at how to market a business including maximising social media, creating captivating content and building your brand.

(Week 4, 20th July 10am-1pm) Perfecting Your Pitch and Take the Leap: In our final session we will cover how to create an engaging and impactful elevator pitch and memorable call to actions. The PNE Team will also be there to guide you through next steps so that you can take the leap!

Spaces on this programme are limited. It is a requirement of Make Your Own Job that you attend all sessions.

This programme is open to all North East residents.

By registering for this event you are expressing an interest in joining this cohort, a member of the team will be in touch to discuss your application.

For more information please contact: [email protected]

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