A Live Online Course Starting August 6th, 2024
Enrollment is limited to 10 participants
FACT:
Most Nature Educators would rather make an atlatl dart than deal with all of the business details that keep our programs running.
But Someone's
Gotta Do It.
I'm here to help.
This Mastermind gives you four months of focused business development
that will help you get the skills you need to see your vision soar.
We get creative. We do the work. We make timely decisions. We build the right skills. We grow your network and your audience.
You'll get a multitude of ways to become more efficient, more profitable, so you can keep changing lives.
- Ricardo Sierra
Essential Business Skills Specifically for
Program Leaders, Founders & Directors
When we're the directors, we look after a multitude of details every day.
Many times, we are training ourselves.
We usually have to make big decisions on our own.
We know there probably is a better way to make things happen, but are unsure of where to get meaningful support that will actually move the needle of our success, and not just be 'feel good' coaching.
(Been There. Done That.)
If any of this feels relevant to your situation,
this program might help you get where you're going!
Who Is This For?
After School Program Leaders --- Homeschool Group Leaders
Summer Camp Directors --- Independent Naturalists --- Museum Educators
Forest Therapists --- Forest School Directors --- Bushcraft or Wilderness Instructors
Program Format
◊ Seven 90 Minute Zoom Sessions
These are Live Lecture/Discussion Format presenting and discussing our 'Core Elements' curriculum. These are held on Tuesdays every other week, with all sessions recorded and program pdf included.
◊ Seven 90 Minute Work Sessions
These are Three Live Online Workshops held the following week with times in the morning, afternoon and evening where we actually work on our websites, social media posts, staff hiring questions & reference check notes, etc. in small groups, to prevent 'decision paralysis' and get things done!
◊ Two 'Ask Me Anything' Sessions
For questions that are more detailed and unique to your own programs.
◊ Pre-Recorded Skills & Crafts Videos,
Nature Journal PDFs & Audio Stories
Provides inspiration for your own curriculum support & student engagement.
◊ PDF Worksheets for All Course Content and Session Recordings
◊ Note: Individual 'Done For You' Virtual Assistance Work is available on a limited basis charged at discounted rates if you want Ricardo to help with writing, website or promotional program marketing materials development.
These Sessions are the Core of our Program:
◊ 90 Minute Live Zoom Presentations that are recorded.
◊ Specific Topics essential to your Nature Program success.
◊ Customizable Logs, Templates, Assessments & Resources.
◊ Marketing, Networking, Program Promotion Principles.
◊ Website Optimization & Conversion Assessment.
◊ Budgeting, Operations Streamlining & Development.
◊ Signature Program Development & Enhancement.
◊ Two Ask Me Anything Sessions & Private Consultations
Online Workshop Sessions Keep Us On Track
We will complete worksheets, build websites, design marketing materials, set up evaluation sheets, logs, orientation and staff training and more in our live work sessions every other week!
Course Dates 2024
Our Live Program Trainings every OTHER Tuesday starting Tuesdays 7-8:30 pm ET
August 6th, 20th, September 3rd, 17th, October 1st, 15th, 29th
Our Live Program Workshops every OTHER Tuesday starting August 13th
with three options: Tuesdays at 9-10:30 am, 1-2:30 pm or 8-9:30 pm ET
August 13th, 27th, September 10th, 24th, October 8th, 22nd, Nov 5th
All Sessions are Recorded.
This program includes two additional 'Ask Me Anything' sessions, TBA during the program.
Course Fee: $2,900
Option One: $400 discount If paid in full: $2,500
Option Two: If paid using four monthly payments of $725 = $2,900
◊ Click this green box to register and Pay in Full
(with a $400 discount)
◊ Participants get Lifetime Access to Course curriculum and online sessions in future classes.
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Four Monthly payments of $725
◊ Participants get Lifetime Access to Course curriculum and online sessions in future classes.
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How do I know if I am going to be a good fit for this program?If you are an educator or program director or founder who wants to see your work grow in terms of impact, income and ease of delivery will benefit from this program. It will set you up to see improvements immediately as well as in the long run, so you can do what you love easier and better. If you are unsure and would like a 'no-obligation' consult to discuss your program needs and details, please contact Ricardo at RicardoSierra@foresteducator.com and we can find a good time to talk and answer your questions.
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Why are there three time choices for the live workshop sessions?Great question! The workshop sessions are times where we can work on our businesses, together, while we are on zoom. This will allow us to complete our worksheets, update our websites, design our Facebook Post graphics, work on program budgets, etc. and get feedback and ideas from each other. One of the biggest problems with online business coaching programs is that it can be easy to get busy, have 'life' get in the way, and then fall behind in the coursework or attending the sessions/watch the recordings. Sometimes this happens because we actually have higher priority issues come up, and other times, it's because we are unconsciously afraid to move forward in our work for a number of reasons. We have three different times, because I know that it might not be ideal to have just one option. You can pick the morning, afternoon or evening sessions, and I may be adding a fourth option for those people who are attending from overseas. These sessions are 'workshops', with an emphasis on 'working' on our stuff so we don't get stuck and spin our wheels and delay making timely decisions. You'll be able to move through the course material on your own, of course, and it's fine if you choose to do so, but I am committed to making your success a priority so you can get things done, not procrastinate or fall behind!
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What if I only have a couple of areas where I need help?If you know your main issues is getting your website optimized, or crafting a 'signature program' put together, and you don't feel like you need some of the other modules, that's fine. My suggestion in that case, is for you to still attend the live program sessions every other week, so you can understand why they are important and maybe still pick up some ideas or learn a few things that might help you in other areas. Each of the session/modules work 'synergistically' with the others, so it is well worth your time to make sure you have the strongest foundation possible so you can achieve your goals. If you want to skip some of the workshop sessions, for those parts that you feel good about, that is okay! You will still have access to the recordings, and all worksheets, templates and other resources if you need them at a later date!
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Do I need to have five years of experience or can I participate as a first time entrepreneur?The short answer to this is, you don't need any previous experience at all to get a TON of value from this program. However, having some experience doing the tasks of a business leader can help, because you may have questions that have come up during your work that we can discuss and solve. If you are just getting started, though, this is a great course that can help you get off to a great start and get up and running with a minimum of issues and stress.