Business Launchpad
Start your business with support, not stress.
A friendly online community for first-time founders that blends peer connection, ready-to-use templates, and expert mentoring—so you can turn ideas into income with confidence.
Why join
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You don’t have to do it alone. Meet like-minded people who “get it,” share wins, swap tips, and stay motivated.
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Learn the essentials, fast. Step-by-step guidance, checklists and templates for testing, pricing and launching.
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Get real answers, not fluff. Experienced mentors give practical advice tailored to your stage and goals.
Who it’s for
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Complete beginners and side-hustlers
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People returning to work or changing careers
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ND and/or anxious learners who prefer a calm, text-first space
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Makers, freelancers, service providers and micro-brands
Outcomes you can expect
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Clarity on your offer, price and first customer
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A simple, test-and-learn plan (not a 40-page document)
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Real-world traction: enquiries, sales, or your first market stall
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Confidence from doing the right next step—consistently
Membership Levels

Core - £30/month
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Peer community & networking: safe, supportive spaces to ask, share and collaborate.
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Templates & toolkits: business plan one-pager, pricing calc, buyer persona, social starter pack, stall/event checklist, and more.
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Training library: bite-size lessons on idea testing, offers, pricing, socials, simple sales pages, money basics, and compliance.
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Ask-a-Mentor (text-based): clear answers and next steps from experienced micro-business mentors.
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Accountability & momentum: weekly quick-wins, challenges, and progress check-ins.
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Milestone path: Idea → Test → First Customers → Launch & Improve.

Premium - £150/month
- All of Core, plus two 1-2-1 coaching sessions per month with a dedicated mentor.
- Stay on track with regular, structured support from an experienced business mentor.
- Whether it's for two months or twelve, our Start-up Support Specialists are here to guide you through the complexities of starting your own business.
- Each mentoring session will give clarity on your next steps, with a full summary and action points report.
- Get answers to your questions with direct text-chat with your Mentor throughout the month.

Anytime Extras
Inclusive, flexible support
Everyone’s starting point is different. If you need more time or higher-touch mentoring (e.g., neurodivergent, mental health, caring responsibilities, low confidence), you can tap in to additional PAYG help and support at preferential rates whenever you need it, including:
- Masterclasses on key start-up topics. Get expert advice when you need it.
- Tailored Coaching and Accountability Sessions for when you need some 1-2-1 support
- eLearning Modules for self-paced personal development

Limited Offer!
Membership for just 50p per day!
Don't miss out on this strictly time-limited offer of Launchpad membership for just 50p per day!
To celebrate the lunch of our Start-up Community, Launchpad, we're offering monthly membership for just £15 per month using the code LAUNCH.