Futurpreneur and RBC Future Launch proudly present Rock My Business, a free, virtual, three-part workshop series that will help you develop your idea, get started on your business plan and create a viable cashflow for your business—all while connecting with like-minded entrepreneurs in your community and across Canada.
If you’re aged 18-39 and need direction to develop your business idea, have a strong business idea OR recently launched a small business that you’d like to grow, register today for our next series of workshops.
Three-Part Workshop Series
Upcoming Sessions
Workshop 1: Rock My Business Idea
Take this workshop if you have a new business idea and want to test its viability before developing your business plan.
Participants will:
- Learn how to develop an entrepreneurial mindset
- Learn how to make their business idea more viable
- Identify and learn how to overcome key gaps to achieve business viability
- Set a short-term goal with timelines and actions to move their business forward
| Day/Date | Region | Time | Registration Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday - Nov 15 | Western + Central Canada - (incl. all provinces west of Ontario) | 11:00am - 2:00pm PST | Register |
| Tuesday - Nov 16 | Eastern + Atlantic Canada - (incl. Ontario + Quebec) | 10:00am - 1:00pm EST | Register |
| Tuesday - Nov 16 | Quebec - français | 5:30pm - 8:30pm HNE | Register |
Workshop 2: Rock My Business Plan
Take this workshop if have a good grasp of your business idea and want to develop the foundations of a solid business plan.
Participants will:
- Learn the essential elements of a successful business plan
- Begin writing the four key sections of the business plan (Company Profile, Marketing Activities, Market Research, and Operations)
- Identify the gaps, goals and next steps required to complete the business plan
| Day/Date | Region | Time | Registration Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday - Nov 29 | Ontario | 10:00am - 1:00pm EST | Register |
| Monday - Nov 29 | British Columbia | 11:00am - 2:00pm PST | Register |
| Tuesday - Nov 30 | Quebec - français | 5:30pm - 8:30pm HNE | Register |
| Tuesday - Nov 30 | Alberta + Territories | 2:00pm - 5:00pm MST | Register |
| Wednesday - Dec 1 | Manitoba + Saskatchewan + Ontario | 12:00pm - 3:00pm CST 2:00pm - 5:00pm EST | Register |
| Thursday - Dec 2 | Atlantic | 2:00pm - 5:00pm AST | Register |
Workshop 3: Rock My Cash Flow
Take this workshop if have completed the Rock My Business Plan workshop and want to proceed with developing your cash flow.
Participants will:
- Better understand how to complete the Start Up Cost and Cash Flow sections of the business plan
- Learn how to create realistic sales forecasts
- Understand how the business plan and cash flow interconnect
- Complete the first draft of the start-up costs and first month sales / expenses
- Set a realistic date for completing the business plan and cashflow
Schedule
Sessions fill up fast, register now to guarantee your spot!
Note
- Each workshop is led by experts based in regions across Canada, scheduled to take place in the time zones indicated. To connect with aspiring entrepreneurs in your community and learn about setting up a business in your region, we recommend you register for the session closest to you.
- If your region is not listed or if you would prefer to join another session, you are welcome to register for the session that best suits your schedule, taking into account the time zone.
- If your regional workshop is sold out, please register for another regional workshop that suits your schedule.
| Day/Date | Region | Time | Registration Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday - Dec 6 | Ontario | 10:00am - 1:00pm EST | Register |
| Monday - Dec 6 | British Columbia | 11:00am - 2:00pm PST | Register |
| Tuesday - Dec 7 | Quebec - français | 5:30pm - 8:30pm HNE | Register |
| Tuesday - Dec 7 | Alberta + Territories | 2:00pm - 5:00pm MST | Register |
| Wednesday - Dec 8 | Manitoba + Saskatchewan + Ontario | 12:00pm - 3:00pm CST 2:00pm - 5:00pm EST | Register |
| Thursday - Dec 9 | Atlantic | 2:00pm - 5:00pm AST | Register |
For More Information: Rock My Business Workshop Series