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  Lesson 1: Building an Email List Objective: By the end of this lesson, students should understand what an email list is, why it’s important, and how to start building one from scratch. 📘 Introduction Imagine owning a shop where you can directly message your loyal customers anytime. That’s what an email list gives you—a direct and personal way to communicate with people interested in your content, products, or services. An email list is a collection of email addresses from people who have chosen to hear from you. These people could be students, clients, or followers. Your email list is one of your most valuable digital assets because it gives you full control—unlike social media platforms that can change algorithms or block accounts. Why Building an Email List Matters You own it – Unlike Facebook or Instagram followers, your email list belongs to you. High engagement – Emails have better open and click-through rates than social media posts. Targeted communication – You can send p...

Module 7: Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Technology

⬅ Previous Next ➡ Lesson 1: Turning Ideas into Viable Business Opportunities Introduction Every successful business begins with a simple idea — but not every idea becomes a real business. The key is knowing how to turn an idea into a viable opportunity . A viable business opportunity is an idea that can attract customers, make profits, and grow over time. In today’s fast-changing world, creative and practical thinking are what separate dreamers from real entrepreneurs. Understanding Business Ideas and Opportunities A business idea is a concept — something you think could work. A business opportunity , on the other hand, is an idea that has been carefully studied and proven to meet real customer needs. For example, you might have an idea to sell healthy fruit juices. That’s a business idea. But if you research and find that your town has many office workers looking for affordable, fresh drinks every morning — that becomes a business opportunity because ...

Module 6: Business Planning, Strategy, and Sustainability

⬅ Previous Next ➡ Lesson 1: The Business Planning Process Introduction Every successful business starts with a well-thought-out plan . A business plan is a document that outlines what a business wants to achieve and how it will reach its goals . It acts as a roadmap , guiding managers and entrepreneurs in decision-making, resource allocation, and risk management. The business planning process is not just for startups; even existing companies use it to improve operations, expand, or adapt to market changes . This lesson explains the process in practical steps that anyone can follow to create a strong plan. Main Body 1. Understanding the Purpose of a Business Plan A business plan helps to: Define the business idea and goals clearly. Identify the target market and customer needs. Determine resources and finances required . Set strategies for growth, marketing, and operations . Reduce risks by anticipating challenges. Attract investors, p...