The Start up Shed from the business allotment

Welcome to the Start Up Shed

The Start Up Shed is a 5 month creative, practical programme designed specifically for businesses that are under 2 years old, to help them grow.

The first cohort of the Start Up Shed completed recently. And we’re not ones to brag, but here’s just a flavour of the feedback:

It was such a lovely space to be in and there was SO much value to be had. I’ve gained clarity and the skills to plan and deliver what I need to move forward. Jodie’s approach is so different from the same old boring exercises you get in business coaching.
— Laura Bean, Creative Little World
Jodie provided everything you need to work on as a new business owner, and it was fun. She is full of creative ideas for whatever you throw at her!
— Niamh Cull, Inish Coaching Ltd
An absolutely invaluable experience and has completely set me up for success.
— Imogen Tingay, IT Dietetics

Will your business be less than 2 years old in January 2024? If so, we are looking for business owners and freelancers who want a creative approach to growing their businesses.

We love working with creative businesses, but welcome all business types in the Shed - our first cohort included an HR consultant, a musician, a nutritionist, an artisan food producer, an independent magazine publisher and a musician!

You can expect sessions to cover topics such as:

  • Creating a compelling brand story to engage your audience

  • Understanding how to build a business vision and strategy

  • Structuring your offering map

  • Creating simple marketing paths

  • the finance low down

  • Automation and the customer experience

  • Content creation

  • Creative thinking for business growth

There will be 10 sessions in total, and the Start Up Shed programme costs just £297 + vat, payable in three instalments.

The Start Up Shed applications officially open on October 9th 2023. But if you’re reading this before the 9th, consider yourself a VIP, you can apply on the button below right now and any time up to Friday 17th November 2023.

Applying does not guarantee you a seat, nor does it commit you to one. We will be assessing all applications and will notify the successful applicants by the 24th November. Applications are assessed on a number of different criteria and our decision is final, so no sulking or blowing raspberries.

“The power of expert business knowledge, plus the accountability factor. Jodie injects creativity into every little task to make you think differently about your business.”

Mel Barfield, All Copy Mel