Business Essentials: Start with Direction
We are passionate about the entrepreneurial spirit—and about helping people turn great ideas into well-directed businesses.
Business Essentials: Start with Direction is a low-cost ($47), foundational workshop designed for aspiring entrepreneurs, founders, and early-stage business owners who want clarity, structure, and a clear path forward. This session helps you navigate the early stages of starting a business by understanding what matters most, what comes next, and how to move forward with intention.
Starting a business can feel exciting and overwhelming at the same time. This workshop addresses one of the most common questions at the beginning of the journey:
“Am I on the right path—and how do I take the next step?”
Rather than adding complexity, this session provides a high-level, practical overview of the planning, development, and early scaling considerations every business owner should understand before investing more time, energy, or money. You’ll leave with insight, perspective, and direction—not pressure or promises of shortcuts.
Who This Workshop Is For
New entrepreneurs and startups
Individuals transitioning from idea to execution
Business owners who want to confirm they’ve built a solid foundation
Anyone seeking guidance, clarity, or reassurance before moving forward
If you’re ready to start—or restart—with intention, this workshop is designed to meet you where you are.
What You’ll Learn
This is not a bootcamp or a deep technical dive. It’s a clear, executive-level overview designed to help you see the full landscape without getting lost in details.
You’ll gain clarity on:
What needs to be in place to move forward strategically
The basic structure of a strong business foundation
Common gaps that can slow progress if left unaddressed
How to think about ownership, responsibility, and decision-making
Where community resources exist—and which ones are most relevant right now
The difference between staying busy and moving forward with purpose
Most importantly, you’ll identify your next best step—and what can wait.
What You’ll Walk Away With
Direction and confidence in your path forward
A simple mental framework for how businesses are built and sustained
Awareness of responsibilities and potential blind spots before they become obstacles
Insight into local resources and support available to you
A clearer plan for what to do next
There’s no magic wand—but there are insights that can help you avoid costly missteps or become the momentum that moves you forward sooner.
How This Fits Into the Bigger Picture
Business Essentials: Start with Direction is the starting point at Connectionmark. It creates a shared foundation so future workshops, planning sessions, and strategic work build naturally and effectively.
If you choose to continue working with us, you’ll find that we go beyond surface-level advice. Our goal is not to push you into a program, but to help you make the best decision for you—with clarity, context, and support.
You don’t need to have everything figured out.
You just need a clear direction to begin.
