ReWi entrepreneur course
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he ReWi entrepreneur course is aimed at entrepreneurs and those wishing to become one. Prerequisites are an interest in circular economy and developing a business idea based on it. The training is built around young people’s needs. The ReWi business course consists of two nightly meetings (2 x 3h), during which business plans are reviewed from the viewpoint of circular economy. The course can also be integrated as a part of business courses organized by schools.
The components of business operations are: • • • • •
Business idea Products/services Customers Marketing Economy
The process is split into themes that strengthen problems solving skills, innovation and product development skills and encourage youths to trust their own ideas and to engage in dialogue with others. This creates excitement and an atmosphere of creating new things. A business plan is a tool that turns an idea into business. It facilitates the viability of business. The course engages participants to think how circular economy can be accounted for in different parts of business. The ReWi business courses have made use of 4H company cards and videos shot by young people. The “case” method of working has been successful with young people. In it, an idea is selected for development into a business. This way, everyone gets to introduce ideas, ask questions and give answers, which benefits all participants.
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