APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN

APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN

12 weeks. 6 free sessions. 24/7 resources

Calling Baltimore’s creative entrepreneurs! We've crafted a FREE 1 on 1 coaching opportunity tailored just for creatives like you. Over the course of 12 weeks, you and your coach will tackle the unique challenges and incredible opportunities that await your business.

MUST MEET
2X PER MONTH

UP TO 6 FREE
SESSIONS

24/7 ACCESS
TO RESOURCES

ACHIEVE ONE
TARGETED GOAL

 

KEY AREAS

  • fundamentals of social media platforms, tools, and best practices. You can learn how to choose the right platforms for your niche, how to optimize your profiles and pages, how to create engaging and relevant content, and how to measure and improve your performance.

    Example > Working on a strategy to effectively launch on a platform within a set timeframe

  • Developing and improving the processes used to conduct business.

    Example> Creating a business plan and defining your go to market strategy.

  • Assessing your business financial health and developing plans for improvement.

    Example> Setting up your financial statements like a balance sheet and or income statement.

  • Explore potential funding resources that may fit your business

    Example> Developing a plan to prepare you for funding. Determining what type of funding is best for your business.

  • Assessing and refining your networking practices. Identifying a planning strategic partnerships.

    Example> Developing a strategic partnership plan.

  • Ensuring your business is up to date with regulatory requirements and legal process in areas like hiring.

    Example > Having a lawyer examine your business structure. Having a lawyer review your plans to hire employees.

 
 

  • You have a coachable mindset: You are open and receptive to feedback and ready to implement changes to grow your business. 

  • You are dedicated: You are eager and ready to grow your company. You have shown passion and dedication to your project which can be demonstrated through achievements and milestones. 

  • You have a strong local connection: Your business is based in Baltimore and you are committed to building strong professional connections in Baltimore. 

  • You are flexible: Meetings will be virtual unless discussed otherwise among the coach and creative. While creatives are expected to meet with coaches twice a month, you understand that sometimes schedules may shift and are willing to adjust. 

  • You are an excellent communicator: You prioritize communication and are transparent with changes in schedule. You are willing to maintain communication with creative coaches and the BCAN team.

YOU MIGHT BE A GREAT FIT IF:

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 1 | Applications Open
FRIDAY, JANUARY 12 | Applications Close
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 24 | Participants Notified
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16 | Matchmaking Happy Hour
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 19 | Sessions Begin
FRIDAY, MAY 17 | Sessions End

KEY DATES

HOW IT WORKS

STEP ONE: Applicants apply to Creative Coaching 
STEP TWO: BCAN reviews applications to ensure readiness for Creative Coaching.
STEP THREE: Creatives will attend a matchmaking happy hour to meet their coach!
STEP FOUR: Participants will be invited to the Creative Coaching platform where they can access course materials and be able to schedule 1:1 coaching sessions.

Apply to become a

Eligibility 

  • Coach can commit to 5 hours a month for coaching. 

  • Must be an entrepreneur or have experience working the small businesses or startups 

  • Have a minimum of 5 years of experience in one of the key topics. 

  • Have a basic understanding of creative sector

Deadline: Wednesday, December 13, 2023

FAQs

  • Coaches will help you work through specific challenges in your business. For example, if your goal is to secure funding. A coach for funding will help you identify which type of funding is best for your business needs and the steps needed to prepare you for that type of funding.

  • Creative Coaches are paid for a specific amount of hours during the Creative Coaching cycle. Any time booked outside of BCAN’s allotted time can not be reimbursed. BCAN is also not liable for any meetings outside of our suggested time or those who occur in person.

  • KPI stands for Key Performance Indicators. These goals are broken down into numbers that help track progress. For example, if your goal is to increase customer engagement on social media, a KPI would be how many likes your post gets. This number can be measured over time.

  • Yes, each participant will receive access to a library of resources to help navigate other challenges. For example if you are matched with a networking expert but have questions about accounting, you will have access to information regarding basic accounting needs.

  • We are always on the look out for dynamic, insightful leaders and experts to support creatives in achieving their business goals. Apply to become a creative coach today.

  • All of our programs have an age requirement of 18 years old.