Drive business growth and profitability with our Propel your Business Program.

Have you been in business for at least two years?

Are you looking to take your business to the next level?

Have you been looking for a business mentor to help guide you through this process?

Are you keen to network with business owners just like you, but don’t have time to meet in person?

If you answered yes to these questions, look no further! Designed specifically for established business owners, the Propel your Business Program provides you with three months of structured business coaching and support to help you increase your profitability and boost your performance. 

Limited spots are available, so don’t miss this great opportunity to propel your business in 2025!

What's included

  1. A series of eight online interactive sessions delivered over three months.
  2. Tailored small group sessions to enhance your learning experience. 
  3. Peer to peer networking opportunities.
  4. Training and coaching from experienced small business specialists.

You’ll also receive: 

  • Access to an online learning hub with all program assets.
  • A recording of each session to revisit.
  • Free downloads and tools to support you. 
  • Personalised business advisory services from the SBDC.

This package is available for just $147 thanks to funding from the State Government.

Learning schedule

Find out more about each session and what you'll learn.

February

SESSION 1: DELIVERED ONLINE

Introduction and Welcome (on demand)

Welcome to the Propel your Business Program! In this one hour introductory on demand session, we’ll run you through what to expect from the program and introduce you to the facilitator.

SESSION 2: DELIVERED ONLINE

Performance (part one) – 9am to 11:30am, Thursday 13 February 2025

In this session, you will identify emerging opportunities and determine strategies which will help you drive performance. 

In part one, we’ll focus on improving your time management, so that you can concentrate on the areas of your business which can generate growth and profitability. You will also be given access to diagnostic tools to review your current operations and identify key areas for improvement. 

SESSION 3: DELIVERED ONLINE

Performance (part two) – 9am to 11:30am, Thursday 27 February 2025

In part two, we will examine what it means to scale a business for profitable growth. During this session, we review your marketing and sales performance and discuss high performance business case studies to develop your skills.

March

SESSION 4: DELIVERED ONLINE

Small group session – between 11 March and 13 March 2025 (times TBA)

Your interactive small group session is designed to provide peer to peer networking and learning opportunities. 

You’ll have the chance to reflect on the program content so far, identify any barriers to success and problem solve within your group. Each session will be capped to a maximum of 10 participants. There will be multiple dates and times available to choose from. 

SESSION 5: DELIVERED ONLINE

Boosting Profitability – 9am to 12pm, 27 March 2024

Did you know that business inefficiencies account for up to 30 per cent of a business’s operating costs?

Identifying inefficiencies in your business is vital to improving your profitability. Using a seven step process, you’ll learn how to systematically identify opportunities to reduce costs, remove waste and time inefficiencies in your business. This will allow you to analyse your business operations and implement key changes to increase your profitability. 

April

SESSION 6: DELIVERED ONLINE

Strategic Planning – 9am to 11:30pm, Thursday 10 April 2025

Gain insights into practical and effective planning tools to help you achieve your strategic vision. 

Drawing on what you have learned in the program to date, you will develop a strategic road map to guide your business operations, capitalise on opportunities for growth and/or solidify your business position.

SESSION 7: DELIVERED ONLINE

Small group session – between 24 April and 30 April 2025 (times TBA)

Your interactive small group session is designed to provide peer to peer networking and learning opportunities. 

You’ll have the chance to reflect on the program content so far, identify any barriers to success and problem solve within your group. Each session will be capped to a maximum of 10 participants. There will be multiple dates and times available to choose from.

May

SESSION 8: DELIVERED ONLINE

Propel Wrap Up – 9am to 10am, Thursday 22 May 2025

To close out the program, this one hour session will provide you with an opportunity to share your key learnings with your fellow participants and explore the next steps for your business. You will also have an opportunity to network and identify potential opportunities for future collaboration with your fellow program participants. 

Small group sessions

As part of the Propel your Business Program, you have the opportunity to participate in two tailored small group sessions designed to enhance peer to peer networking and collaboration. These small group sessions are limited to 10 participants. When booking your place in the program, you’ll select a ticket that corresponds to a group (Group A to Group J). Your small group session times will be the same for both dates.

Important: When selecting your ticket, you are also reserving your spot in a small group. Be sure to choose the group that best suits your schedule. Limited places are available with each group capped at 10 attendees. Secure your preferred time today!

Below is the schedule for small group sessions: 

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Group A

  • Tuesday, 11 March 2025, 9am–10am
  • Tuesday, 29 April 2025, 9am–10am

Group B

  • Tuesday, 11 March 2025, 10am–11am
  • Tuesday, 29 April 2025, 10am–11am

Group C

  • Tuesday, 11 March 2025, 1pm–2pm
  • Tuesday, 29 April 2025, 1pm–2pm

Group D

  • Tuesday, 11 March 2025, 5pm–6pm
  • Tuesday, 29 April 2025, 5pm–6pm

Group E

  • Wednesday, 12 March 2025, 9am–10am
  • Wednesday, 30 April 2025, 9am–10am

Group F

  • Wednesday, 12 March 2025, 12pm–1pm
  • Wednesday, 30 April 2025, 12pm–1pm

Group G

  • Wednesday, 12 March 2025, 1pm–2pm
  • Wednesday, 30 April 2025, 1pm–2pm

Group H

  • Thursday, 13 March 2025, 9am–10am
  • Thursday, 24 April 2025, 9am–10am

Group I

  • Thursday, 13 March 2025, 10am–11am
  • Thursday, 24 April 2025, 10am–11am

Group J

  • Thursday, 13 March 2025, 12pm–1pm
  • Thursday, 24 April 2025, 12pm–1pm

Group K

  • Friday, 14 March 2025, 9am–10am
  • Monday, 28 April 2025, 10am – 11am

Group L

  • Friday, 14 March 2025, 1pm–2pm
  • Monday, 28 April 2025, 1pm – 2pm

Group M

  • Wednesday, 19 March 2025, 9am–10am
  • Wednesday, 30 March 2025, 9am–10am

Group N

  • Wednesday, 19 March 2025, 1pm–2pm
  • Wednesday, 30 March 2025, 1pm–2pm

Group O

  • Thursday, 20 March 2025, 4pm–5pm
  • Thursday, 1 April 2025, 4pm–5pm
 

Cost

The complete Propel your Business Program is available for just $147 thanks to funding from the Western Australian Government.

Don’t delay – limited places available.