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Starting a Creative Business: The DIY Approach

Offered By: Skillshare

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Entrepreneurship Courses Web Development Courses Branding Courses Social Media Courses Business Planning Courses Content Creation Courses

Course Description

Overview

Turn your "side hustle" into a business with these DIY tips for starting your own creative business on a budget. Rather than hiring professionals to assist with some of the necessary steps of starting a business, I'll walk you through how to: 

  • Write a Basic Business Plan
  • Create a Branding Guide
  • Build a Website
  • Develop Content
  • Engage on Social Media
  • Set up a Business Entity 

By the end of this class, you'll feel confident that you can take the first steps toward owning your own creative business.

This beginner business class will teach you the basics of starting a creative business for fields like creative design, content creation, social media influencers, bloggers or online shop owners. Take the time to set up every aspect of the business on your own and you'll not only feel incredibly accomplished but your wallet will thank you. 


Syllabus

  • Introduction
  • How to Grow an Idea into a Plan
  • Branding on a Budget
  • Building a Website
  • Content is King: How to Use It
  • Social Media Basics
  • Legal Loose Ends
  • Conclusion

Taught by

Holly Wade

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