12 Chapters of Tailored Business Guidance with access to International SMEs Business Network
Investment Ready Businesses for Venture Capitalists, Angel or Bank Investment with International Strategy
Strategic Business Acceleration Plan to Start, Build, or Grow any Business IDEA Now or in the Future
Strategic Investors Pitch to WIN the hearts of Investors
Course Curriculum
Module 00: Introduction
Step right into the OneShot Investment Acceleration Program, where your entrepreneurial journey begins! Our program is carefully crafted to provide aspiring entrepreneurs like you with the vital tools, knowledge, and prospects required to thrive in the ever-evolving realm of business and investments. With our extensive curriculum, renowned faculty, and hands-on learning methodology, we are committed to empowering you to launch, develop, and expand your business on a global scale. Prepare for an unparalleled experience featuring state-of-the-art modules, engaging interactive sessions, valuable networking avenues, personalized mentorship, invaluable guidance, abundant resources, and so much more. Get ready to unlock your entrepreneurial potential and embark on a transformative path to success with the OneShot Investment Acceleration Program!
Module 01: The Founder’s Story
What drives your desire to become an entrepreneur? What is your unique journey? What aspirations do you have, and what defines success for you? What is your Startup Story as the founder of your business?
Mentoring Session Module 1
Module 02: Vision & Mission
How can you conduct interviews with potential customers to validate the existence of a problem? What are alternative methods for researching customer problems? How do you identify a viable customer problem as the foundation for a business? How do you determine your unique qualifications to address a specific customer problem? How can you assess if the customer problem is significant enough to pursue? What are different tools and techniques available for monitoring industry trends and potential customers? What is your Vision, Mission, your purpose and the core values of your business?
Mentoring Session Module 2
Module 03: Founder & Team
How do you assess the necessary roles to establish in the early stages of a business? How do you determine if having a co-founder is necessary for your venture? How do you make decisions about what tasks or functions to outsource? How can you identify and attract top-tier candidates from your existing network for key hiring positions? What constitutes an effective hiring process for a new business? What documentation or materials are essential for the hiring process? What methods can be employed to evaluate and assess candidates during the hiring process? How do you successfully onboard new hires into your organization? What level of time investment is recommended for the hiring process?
Mentoring Session Module 3
Module 04: Product & Service
What personnel should be available to develop a viable solution? How do you recognize and involve the necessary human resources? How do you create a prototype for your solution? What approaches do you employ to interact with your target customers and gather feedback on your solution? How do you formulate a product roadmap for your solution? What is the purpose of a specification, and how do you go about creating one? How do you assign tasks from a specification to a team, and how do you monitor progress?
Mentoring Session Module 4
Module 05: Customer Value
How can you accurately identify genuine customers who genuinely need a solution to a problem? What are the most effective strategies for identifying target customers and motivating them to participate in interviews? How can you distinguish between truthful responses and polite feedback from people? How do you identify and validate your assumptions during customer interviews? How do you effectively analyze and respond to feedback gathered from customer interviews? How can you determine whether you are pursuing a viable idea or if it's necessary to abandon it?
Mentoring Session Module 5
Module 06: Business Models
How can you sustain your business prior to securing financing or generating revenue?
What methods can you use to determine the most profitable revenue source for your business?
How can you identify a revenue source that appeals to your target customers?
What are the typical challenges involved in selecting a revenue model?
How do you experiment with various revenue sources and gather feedback from your target customers? What are the primary factors that drive different types of revenue models within a business? How do unit economics function and contribute to revenue generation?
What approaches can you employ to forecast your revenue accurately?
Mentoring Session Module 6
Module 07: Pitch Master
What are the currently recommended strategies for delivering an effective startup pitch? What are some common errors that inexperienced entrepreneurs tend to make when pitching their ideas?
How can a Founder select the appropriate narrative structure for their business pitch, and what modifications should they consider based on the target audience? Are there any suggested pitch templates, formats, or techniques that can enhance the effectiveness of a startup pitch?
Mentoring Session Module 7
Module 08: Legal & Business Ethics
What is the significance of establishing a legal entity and why is it important?
What are the recommended approaches for setting up a legal entity based on best practices?
How do you choose a suitable law firm to collaborate with?
What are effective strategies for managing and coordinating with your law firm?
What are the essential legal concepts that a Founder should grasp?
Which key agreements are necessary for the operation of a technology company?
How can you identify and safeguard your intellectual property?
What are the methods for effectively handling regulatory compliance?
To what extent does the law impact your business operations and decision-making?
Mentoring Session Module 8
Module 09: Go-to-Market
How do you determine the priority of your go-to-market initiatives during the early stages of your business?
What methods can be used to assess and compare various models for business growth?
How do you create marketing messages that effectively resonate with your target customers?
What are the most effective techniques for testing messaging and customer acquisition channels?
How do you measure and analyze conversion rates?
What do unit economics entail and how do they impact your business?
How do you establish growth goals for your business?
What steps are involved in developing a comprehensive growth plan?
How can advisors be leveraged to establish and refine growth goals and plans?
Mentoring Session Module 9
Module 10: Finance & Funding
What are the most feasible funding alternatives for emerging startups?
What specific milestones related to team, product, and traction do different types of investors typically expect to see?
How much time does it typically take to secure funding from various sources, and how much time should be dedicated to the fundraising process?
How do you effectively allocate the funds obtained through fundraising?
How do you establish and maintain a well-structured cap table?
How can you identify investor prospects who are receptive to your pitch and provide valuable feedback?
How do you update and refine your pitch based on feedback and changing circumstances?
How do you determine when your startup is sufficiently prepared to initiate the fundraising process?
Mentoring Session Module 10
Module 11: Business Strategy & Growth
How do you define success for your business? What are various tactics to grow the business? How do you set growth goals and growth milestones? How do you follow-up and track your goals and milestones? How do you communicate your growth progress and setbacks with stakeholders and advisors? What level of growth do investors expect to see? What media platforms should you be using, such as social media and a blog? What should be the frequency of your media postings? How do you know when to pivot or when to persevere?
Mentoring Session Module 11
Module 12: Investment Readiness Strategy & Pitch
The Investment Readiness Strategy & Pitch is a result of Oneshot's commitment to supporting entrepreneurs and startups in their journey to secure funding and propel their businesses forward. This unique program provides participants with a deep understanding of investment requirements and prepares them to effectively communicate their value proposition to potential investors.
Mentoring Session Module 12
Graduation & Certification
How can you evaluate if you have been an effective leader? How can you adjust your behavior to be more effective as a leader? What methods do you use to hold yourself accountable? How do you continue to follow your vision and ensure your dedication in the face of setbacks? What techniques do you use for prioritizing various tasks in order to reach the strategic goals you desire?
