• Duration

    ~2 hours

  • Learn about:

    • Key legal documents
    • Insurance and risk management
    • Optimising systems and workflows
    • Professional development
    • Your 90-day action plan

  • INCLUDES:

    • AI prompts to assist and accelerate learning

    Business Fundamentals

    06: Legal, Compliance and Future Planning

    Understand your Legal Obligations and Future-Proof Your Business

    Build a strong, compliant, and future-ready business with this module. We'll help you put the right legal, risk, and planning foundations in place - so you can move forward with clarity and confidence.

    You’ll cover contracts, insurance, risk management, and business efficiency. By the end, you’ll walk away with a complete business roadmap and a 90-day action plan to guide your next steps.

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    ★★★★★
    Encouraging Awakening

    This Business Fundamentals module isn't just another onerous checklist it's an encouraging awakening! It ignited a crucial self-audit, illuminating blind spots common to startups, from risk management to the often-neglected work-life balance. 



    RAE MACDONALD
    Entrepreneur

    ★★★★★
    Valuable Takeaways


    This module surprised me with great insights and practical advice. As I moved through the content, I kept thinking, "That's such good advice!" It made me excited to see what was coming next.


    KARMAL JACKSON
    Entrepreneur in Ideation Phase

    ★★★★★
    Essential Investment


    The legal documents section was a revelation! Some of my common complexities were demystified, turning a few daunting tasks into actionable steps. Simply put, this module is an essential investment for any entrepreneur, regardless of stage. It's concise, impactful, and genuinely inspiring.

    Entrepreneur

    What's Included

    Dynamic learning: videos, interactive activities, frameworks & tools

    Dive into an engaging mix of written text, short videos, interactive activities, and expert guidance designed to support your journey every step of the way.
    Also includes AI prompts to assist and accelerate learning.

    Learn from those who've been there before 

    Gain insights from founders who’ve navigated the journey before you - sharing real-world lessons, successes, and challenges to inspire and guide you.

    In this module you'll hear from:
    • Claire, legal professional and co-founder of On Your Terms (featured right)
    • Kathy, from Frank Risk Management

    Discuss with others

    Connect with like-minded peers on our online discussion board. Share your thoughts, brainstorm ideas, and seek support as you build your business.
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    Co-created by

    Kate Wightman

    Business Growth Advisor & Startup Aotearoa Lead
    Kate Wightman is Soda's Startup Aotearoa lead and an experienced business growth advisor, supporting Waikato businesses through the Regional Business Partner programme. With a strong background in startups, venture capital, and technology incubation, Kate is also a co-founder of her own business so understands the unique challenges faced by entrepreneurs. A former elite road cyclist, she also walked the length of New Zealand in 2023, raising $55,000 for gynaecological cancer.
    Kate is always happy to chat, so feel free to reach out with questions!
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    Co-created by

    Dr Fern Kelly-Zander

    Innovation Specialist & Programme Manager

    Fern Kelly-Zander brings extensive international experience in innovation, strategy, and business development and has been instrumental in leading the creation of this online learning platform.

    As the co-founder of Rüdi’s Bakehouse, Fern understands firsthand the challenges faced by founders and small business owners - from launching and scaling a business to navigating funding, strategy, and operations. She is deeply committed to empowering entrepreneurs, helping them turn big ideas into impactful, sustainable businesses.

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