Explore It!

Flava Café

Explore It!

Explore It! is a 9-session interactive and experiential series designed for aspiring entrepreneurs who are ready to move from idea to intentional action. This program blends self-discovery with practical business exploration, helping participants assess their entrepreneurial readiness, understand the realities of business ownership, and clarify their business concept.

From evaluating strengths and personal finances to refining a business idea and identifying a target customer, participants engage in structured reflection, use real-world planning tools, and learn from peers. By the end of the program, learners will be able to make an informed decision about whether they are ready to start a business and/or apply for NDC’s Plan It! entrepreneur training program.

What You’ll Gain:

Participants will leave the program with tangible tools and a clearer sense of direction:

  • Increased confidence and entrepreneurial self-awareness
  • A refined business idea with a clear customer focus
  • A completed Lean Canvas with early validation
  • A personal action plan and readiness assessment
  • Tools for mindset development, financial budgeting, and goal setting
  • Clarified motivation and readiness for entrepreneurship
  • Understanding of strengths, financial situation, and potential customer base

Who This Program Is For

Explore It! is designed for individuals who are at the beginning of their entrepreneurial journey:

  • Individuals who are exploring entrepreneurship as a career path
  • People with a business idea but unsure how to begin
  • Aspiring founders seeking to understand their strengths, risks, and responsibilities before launching

 

Program Goals

  • Equip aspiring entrepreneurs with the clarity, tools, and confidence to move from idea to action
  • Build a foundation for sustainable business ownership aligned with personal values and strengths
  • Help participants make an informed decision about whether entrepreneurship is right for them and if now is the right time to start

Next Session

May 13th – July 8th, Wednesdays

5:30 PM – 8:30 PM, 3-hour sessions at NDC Offices

$300 cost, payment plans available

Accepting registration until Friday, May 8th, 2026