Start your business on the right foot with Side Hustle Up
Take your small ‘side hustle’ idea and transform it into a business.
Overview
The Side Hustle Up program’s purpose is to help people in the Geelong community to follow their passion so they can generate an income separate from their day to day job.
The program is FREE and provides training from leading industry experts to help you transform your idea into viable businesses.
Whether you are wanting to sell your artwork online, set up a clothing store or offer tutoring, this program will take you to step by step, with industry experts to launch your side hustle.
Upcoming Dates
Mon 30th March 2020*
Applications Close
Wed 1st April 2020*
Course Starts
* Dates are subject to change depending on updates in relation to COVID-19.
(Applications will be assessed in rounds on a weekly basis.)
Eligibility Criteria
✔ TRAINING IN CLASSROOM (Mandatory)
✔ 2 days per week x 8 weeks
✔ Hours: 9.00am to 3.00pm
✔ Must be 18 years old or over
✔ Reside within “G21” Geelong Region
✔ Must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
✔ Not be an overseas visitor or student
✔ Sufficient I.T. competencies to operate eCommerce site/business
✔ Internet access is a requirement
✔ Be independent, capable of withstanding public scrutiny, and lawful
✔ Appropriate insurance for business purposes must be held
✔ Not be an “undischarged” bankrupt.
The Side Hustle Up Process
1. Apply online
2. Have an interview
3. Application approved
4. Complete the course
5. Finish and earn money with your side hustle
Units
1. Confirm your niche
exercise: identification of your niche in the market.
2. Develop an eCommerce business model
Explore eCommerce business models, budgeting, licencing and financial models.
exercise: create an eCommerce Business Plan for your business.
3. Decide on business name & branding
Get an intro into branding, design tools and brand strategy.
exercise: complete a brand strategy canvas.
4. Set up online
Learn how to build a digital footprint- domains, tricks and tools.
exercise: set your business up online.
5. Understand Shopify
Get an intro into Shopify- it’s themes and must know plugins for your eCommerce store to be setup for success.
exercise: decide on a theme and plugins that best fit your needs.
6. Test quickly with wireframes
exercise: draw up basic wireframes for your site and test in class.
7. Understand marketing channels
Get an overview of digital channels, digital marketing, Facebook (organic and paid), Google (SEO and paid ads), Google Merchant Centre and Keyword Research.
exercise: Build Facebook and Google ads.
8. Understand marketing metrics
Understand what different metrics mean what and how to market on a budget. Includes tracking, attribution models and strategy basics.
exercise: develop a marketing strategy canvas.
9. Convert website traffic
exercise: launch your online store.
Launch your side hustle
Instructors
Wayne Elliot
Netgain Director
Wayne assists Startups to maximise their business model and adapt to the constant changes in the market place.
Matt Cowdell
Arthur St Digital - Director
Matt specialises in helping business develop and implement marketing strategies that are focused on results driven marketing activity.
Brody Hecker
Arthur St Digital - Digital Marketing Specialist
Brody specialises in helping eCommerce brands tell their stories, connect with their audience and sell.
Our Partners
FAQs
What is a side hustle?
A side hustle is something you do separate from your day to day job that earns you money. A side hustle is generally something someone is passionate about.
How much does the course cost?
The course is FREE.
What background and skills should participants have?
Participants need general computer skills and a passion for their chosen idea.
Can I work full time while enrolled for this course?
You can be employed full time casual, part-time and underemployed.
You will need to commit to attending the course which will run from 9:00 am-3:00 pm two days per week for 8 weeks.
What outcomes can you expect from the course?
At the end of the course, you will have the skills and knowledge to successfully take your side hustle online, as well as, launching your site at the completion of the course.
Where is the training located?
Training days will be located at 2/63 Thomson Street, Belmont, 3216
Apply Now
Eligibility Criteria
✔ TRAINING IN CLASSROOM (Mandatory)
✔ 2 days per week x 8 weeks
✔ Hours: 9.00am to 3.00pm
✔ Must be 18 years old or over
✔ Reside within “G21” Geelong Region
✔ Must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
✔ Not be an overseas visitor or student
✔ Sufficient I.T. competencies to operate E. Commerce site/business
✔ Internet access is a requirement
✔ Be independent, capable of withstanding public scrutiny, and lawful
✔ Appropriate insurance for business purposes must be held
✔ Not be an “undischarged” bankrupt.
“We’re in this transition to a freelance economy. The people who are going to be primed for success are the ones who are already thinking of themselves as entrepreneurs.”