Want to start a business? This free two-week course in Doncaster will show you how

A two-week pop-up course on how to run a business is set to be held in Doncaster, with classes on everything from starting up social media, building websites to gaining confidence in the business world.
By Laura Andrew
Published 29th Feb 2020, 08:00 BST
Updated 29th Feb 2020, 08:00 BST
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PopUp workshops aimed at teaching people business basics are held all over the country, and are set to come to Doncaster for the first time on March 9.

Simon Paine, CEO of PopUp, said: “We are the complete opposite of a traditional business class.

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“The first thing people are normally told is that you need a business plan and money - you don’t.

Simon Paine and Alan Donegan (wearing glasses), co-founders of Pop-Up Business School, photographed in London Simon Paine and Alan Donegan (wearing glasses), co-founders of Pop-Up Business School, photographed in London
Simon Paine and Alan Donegan (wearing glasses), co-founders of Pop-Up Business School, photographed in London

“You just need someone to show you how to run a business and to have confidence.”

The workshop will run from Monday, March 9 to Friday, March 20 in the Wool Market - attendance is flexible but Simon recommends coming to every session to get the most out of the experience.

“We will be sharing practical help to get a business off the ground running,” Simon continued.

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“People often build their businesses with us in these classes- step by step.

“We have a different class everyday centered around a different area of business.”

Some of those topics include: how to focus, search engine optimisation, sales, networking and how to start a business with no money.

The event, which has been sponsored by Doncaster Council, is free to anyone who wishes to attend.

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He said: “The business world is moving so fast but there has never been a better time to set up a successful business and make money doing something you love.

“If you’re curious about starting your own business then come along to the pop-up and see if it’s something you’re interested in.”

The pop up is open to people who are wanting to start a business from scratch or even own an existing business but want to expand or try something new.

Simon is keen for people in the creative industries to take this opportunity as well as those who work in the eco sector to enable them to expand the creative hub in Doncaster.

You can book a place on the course here: https://www.popupbusinessschool.co.uk/doncaster.html

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