Madecraft

Taking the Leap from Employee to Entrepreneur

Madecraft

Taking the Leap from Employee to Entrepreneur

This course is part of Starting a Business Specialization

Madecraft

Instructor: Madecraft

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level

Recommended experience

5 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level

Recommended experience

5 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • How to test a business idea with a minimum viable product before investing serious time or money.

  • How to build the systems, pricing, and client conversations that turn a side idea into a sustainable business.

  • How to position and market your brand so that ideal clients find you when they're ready to buy.

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May 2026

Assessments

15 assignments

Taught in English

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This course is part of the Starting a Business Specialization
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There are 8 modules in this course

Starting a business begins in your head long before it shows up on paper, and the mindset you bring shapes every decision that follows. In this module, you'll assess your readiness, face the fears holding you back, and clarify the deeper impact behind your work so you can step into entrepreneurship with confidence and self-awareness.

What's included

5 videos2 assignments

The strongest business ideas solve real problems for real people, and yours is probably closer than you think. In this module, you'll turn everyday pain points into a focused concept, tap into your zone of creative genius, and shape marketing approaches that help the right customers find you.

What's included

3 videos1 reading1 assignment

Traditional business plans can feel overwhelming and often delay the work that actually grows a business. In this module, you'll map the perfect customer lifecycle and test a minimum viable product so you can validate your idea with real buyers before investing serious time or money.

What's included

2 videos1 reading1 assignment

Turning an idea into a working business means setting up the systems, finances, and habits that keep it running smoothly. In this module, you'll build the operational foundation of your business, protect yourself financially, and price your offers with the confidence of someone who knows their worth.

What's included

6 videos3 assignments

Relationships are the quiet engine behind most successful businesses, and they don't happen by accident. In this module, you'll practice having real conversations online and in person so you can build a network of clients, collaborators, and champions who move your business forward.

What's included

3 videos2 assignments

Customers buy when they're ready, not when you are, so staying visible and distinct is how you win when the moment comes. In this module, you'll differentiate your brand in ways customers care about, build visibility through consistent marketing, and target buyers based on where they are in their awareness journey.

What's included

3 videos1 reading2 assignments

The difference between a good conversation and a closed sale often comes down to how well you listen and how calmly you respond. In this module, you'll use targeted questions to uncover client needs, handle objections without pressure, and close sales in a way that sets the stage for loyalty and referrals.

What's included

3 videos1 assignment

Great entrepreneurs never stop learning, and the small habits of growth are what separate thriving businesses from stalled ones. In this module, you'll build a learning routine, surround yourself with trusted advisors, and shape a bigger vision for your business that reflects what you truly value.

What's included

4 videos3 assignments

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