Learner Feedback

"I think it’s made me more aware of what I’m capable of, what’s required to run a business properly, and it’s given me more clarity about the direction I need to take."

"It was great to interact with a small group and get feedback from different people. I did my pitch, and it was really well received — I wasn’t expecting that, and it gave me a real boost in confidence. The tutor was genuinely interested and supportive, which was really nice"

"I’m receiving excellent support. They’re helping me build confidence and develop essential skills through well-structured content and practical advice. The instructors and materials are both encouraging and informative, which makes it easier for me to stay focused."

"The course has offered excellent support, with clear guidance, practical resources, and well-structured content. It’s helped me build confidence, develop essential skills, and stay focused on my goals."

"I discovered new resources and was able to research how to develop my career. The session with the NCS was especially interesting and insightful."

"The support I’ve received from the course has really put me on track. The best part is that you’ve equipped me for the next steps — breaking everything down and opening doors I didn’t realise were there. It’s given me the confidence to see that my idea could not only be a primary product, but could also be applied in other areas."

"It was excellent, the good part is that I was stuck in my mind so many places but now I’m clear. I love that the support was always available,

I never felt I couldn’t reach out for help."

"I’ve been able to reflect on myself and my skills, and how I can work with them more effectively. It’s also really helped me develop my ideas."

"We were treated like adults, and the course was delivered in a comfortable, respectful way. It wasn’t draining — there was just the right amount of interest and engagement to keep us going"

"It’s helped me develop my knowledge and made me realise that there are other events out there that could be really beneficial for me."

My husband and I had been thinking about this business idea even before we got married, and this course has really helped put everything into perspective. I now feel like I can actually do something about it.

"It opened my eyes to learn more about myself and helped me realise my potential — to believe that I can actually do this and stay motivated. I learned so much about business and about myself that I didn’t even know before"

"It broke everything down into simple steps, showed me what to consider, and gave me a clear roadmap to progress my ideas."

"It was comprehensive, accessible, and manageable — especially as I could do it from home. It provided a strong foundation and was genuinely inspirational, making me feel like I could actually do this"

"It definitely has helped me. Before I wasn’t that confident, and I would take initiative in fear of rejection.

But now I want to do what is my mission, which I found on this course, which is to be a coach."

"I really liked the community aspect of the course – how everyone got to know each other and the networking opportunities. The course content was very straightforward and not too overwhelming. It was simple, easy to understand, and easy to digest. The content was delivered in a clear and accessible way, and the staff were amazing."

"It allowed me to speak to people I’d never met before and collaborate on designing a new product with them. Talking to others also helped spark new ideas."

"It has given me knowledge about risks, how networking works, and the support that’s available."

"The course is engaging and offers a lot of practical advice."

"It was so good to have it delivered by someone with a background in business and real experience in the field."

"I tell everyone I meet about your courses"

" It has shown me that I do have a skill set that I should appreciate and has opened my eyes to other resources that I was not aware of. It has helped me to overcome some of my foreboding around 'pitching' an idea."

" It was well structured, and the course leaders were personable and open."

" I never felt under pressure; it was relaxed and informative, thoroughly enjoyable, with engaging tutors."

"It has taken me out of my small world to interact with new people and work as a group, which has boosted my confidence. I discovered great websites I didn't know about, for networking, information, courses, and more. It has really helped my motivation to succeed."

"The course has taught me to look at new perspectives for my original card-selling ideas and to identify new market opportunities. It has shown me that there are many valuable local resources available, as well as free networking and informative business meetings. It has also taught me that there is lots of support available if you make the time and effort to do the research. Above all, it has shown me the importance of being confident in yourself and your product, finding your niche, and understanding what makes a good pitch and what it should contain."

"The course provided me with the tools, knowledge, and skills to set up my business. I learned about the opportunities and challenges I might face when running my own business. The course also encouraged me to present my business idea to my colleagues and tutors through a brief live presentation. It highlighted the importance of networking, creating partnerships, and securing funding."

" I enjoyed doing it with a group of people in the same position, and it felt very inclusive. The structure and timing of the course were great, with smaller sessions outside of normal working hours, making it very accessible. The presenters were very positive and supportive."

"The course has provided me with a great structure and a set of tools to think about my business idea. It has given me a confidence boost, showing that the process isn’t as big or as difficult as I may have initially thought. It encouraged me to try out tasks and use tools that I wouldn’t have otherwise explored. I also had the opportunity to deliver a pitch, which has given me a lot to take away and build on. Finally, it introduced me to support networks and resources that I may not have otherwise known about. "

"By enabling me to bounce ideas off the staff as well as other members of the course, this has allowed me to see more clearly how I want to proceed with this venture. It has also made me more determined to improve the quality of life for those with dementia in society."

"The course has allowed me to fully explore my idea, speak to others about it, and has made me feel that I can move forward with it and that it has the potential to succeed. It has also given me a network of like-minded people and access to information and resources that I may not have considered otherwise. Overall, I feel a little more confident moving forward."

"I want to express my sincere gratitude for your incredible organization, attention, and professional approach. I truly appreciate everything you’ve done.

For me, stepping onto the stage without fear was a huge honor, and a real personal achievement. I call it my own award a victory within myself.

This experience gave me a powerful push forward a wave of confidence and courage to keep moving ahead. You have helped me grow and move forward in so many ways, and I am deeply thankful for that.

With great respect, gratitude, and sincerity,"