Our programme.

Collective Communities Circle

First thing’s first - we get to know each other.

To kick everything off, you’ll be invited to a meeting with our experienced team to ascertain how we can best support you throughout the Circle’s programme. We’ll ask questions like…

What’s stopping you from pursuing your idea? What experience do you need to support you through the highs and lows of building a business? What do we need to do to make sure that our space is accessible, welcoming and suited to your needs?

Month 1.

Day 1: Foundation & Vision

Theme: Setting the foundation for success.

Activities: Introduction to the programme, Glasgow Collective and creating personal vision statements.

Focus: Establishing trust, understanding barriers and building community.

Day 2: Unlocking Potential

Theme: Self-awareness and mentorship support.

Activities: Situational assessment, group discussions and mentorship engagements.

Focus: Identifying key support and creating a growth mindset.

Month 2.

Day 3: Wayfinding and Entrepreneurial Mindset

Theme: Thinking like an entrepreneur.

Activities: Interactive workshop with a mentor, case studies and resilience-building.

Focus: Developing problem-solving skills and innovation.

Day 4: Peer Exchange

Theme: Learning through shared experiences. 

Activities: Peer presentations, collaboration exercises and feedback sessions. 

Focus: Harnessing collective knowledge and supportive relationships.

Month 3.

Day 5: Funding Finder

Theme: Funding for start-ups. 

Activities: Identify possible routes of funding for our start-up’s, ensuring energy isn’t depleted on the wrong applications and negative results.

Mentor-led session on budgeting, funding and financial planning. 

Focus: Building confidence in managing resources.

Day 6: Overcoming Challenges

Theme: Tackling barriers head-on. 

Activities: Group discussions on personal challenges, solution suggestion and storytelling. 

Focus: Creating strategies to address individual and shared obstacles.

Month 4.

Day 7: Building Relationships

Theme: Networking and communication. 

Activities: Mentor guidance on relationship-building, role-playing and practicing elevator pitches. 

Focus: Establishing valuable connections.

Day 8: Reflect and Recharge

Theme: Prioritising self-care and reflection. 

Activities: Mindfulness exercises, self-reflection and peer support sessions. 

Focus: Maintaining balance and staying motivated.

Month 5.

Day 9: Business Focus and Storytelling

Theme: Crafting compelling narratives. 

Activities: Mentor-led workshop on branding, marketing and storytelling techniques. 

Focus: Communicating effectively with target audiences.

Day 10: Sharing Success Stories

Theme: Celebrating progress and learning from others.

Activities: Guest speaker session, participant success stories and peer-to-peer Q&A.

Focus: Gaining inspiration and building confidence. Integrating and matching new participants.

Month 6.

Day 11: The Business Canvas

Theme: Bringing it all together. 

Activities: Mentor-led business planning session, individual and group exercises, and presentations. 

Focus: Creating actionable plans tailored to participants’ goals. Outcome driven and pay it forward connections. Integrating new participants.

Day 12: Community Celebration Events

Theme: Celebrating achievements and planning. 

Activities: Programme review, showcasing participant journeys, and networking event. 

Focus: Marking growth, building connections, and inspiring future steps. Integrating new participants.