Preparing your students to start their business!

Business support & guidance for college & university students going into business.

Set them up for start-up success!

Careers advice is broken

These days, education and employment aren’t one-size-fits-all things. So, when it comes to career advice, starting your own thing is just as viable as getting a job.

An engaging & practical approach to business

Learn how to network effectively

Join a community of entrepreneurs

Inclusive and supportive

Get expert funding advice

Start your own business

Pratical and engaging advice

Whether your students already have a business idea, or they know they want to work for themselves, but don’t yet know how, we aim to help them make their business dreams a reality.

We do this through the S2B Boot Camp, engaging talks and workshops. Together, we can springboard the entrepreneurs of tomorrow to business success!

3 Ways Springboard 2 Business can help your students

  • S2B Talks

    Insightful and engaging talks aimed at inspiring your students to think beyond joining the rate race, just because it feels like the only option. Our talks deliver practical advice in a jargon-free and easy-to-understand way, making it accessible to everyone.

    Choose an S2B talk

  • S2B Workshops

    They say there is nothing more motivating than your own progress. Our S2B workshops are aimed at teaching your students the ins and outs of running your own small business. These engaging and interactive sessions are hands-on and will leave your students feeling inspired and motivated.

    Choose an S2B workshop

  • S2B Dragon's Den

    Based on the popular TV show format of Dragon’s Den, young entrepreneurs can pitch their business ideas to the S2B Dragons for a chance to win prizes, mentorship and investment.

    Coming Soon!

What makes us Different?

At S2B, we do things a little differently from the old-school of business advisors. We believe that business doesn’t need to be boring and that starting your own company is a perfectly viable and rewarding route to take when you leave education. So, what makes us different?

Firstly, our advice isn't just about boring admin and business plans. We cover everything you need to know about starting and running a business, including the day-to-day management of a business, effective marketing and even the money side of things, which most either leave out entirely or are unqualified to teach. Our money advice comes straight from qualified financial experts. That means you can trust that the info you're getting is not only practical but also reliable.

Secondly, we're all about speaking their language. Our content is made for young entrepreneurs with up-to-date, interesting, and easy-to-follow advice. We want to be the friends they turn to for business help, not some stuffy consultant in a grey suit.

Thirdly, we don't just focus on entrepreneurs. Our stuff is tailored for educators too. We know how important it is for our content to align with educational goals. That’s why we’re committed to providing relevant and measurable resources that cater to both the aspiring entrepreneur and the educator.

All the tools they need for business success!

We believe that starting a business and working for yourself should not just be a pipedream. With our help and guidance, your students will be able to take their future into their own hands.

Leaving education and going straight into employment simply isn’t for everyone and that’s OK. We want to help those who prefer to work on their own business rather than in someone else’s. It’s important that we show young people that working for yourself may not be easy, but it is absolutely a viable and rewarding option.

The 3 cornerstones of S2B

At Springboard 2 Business we focus on helping young adults improve in three key areas of business. We refer to these cornerstones as the ‘Three Ms’. These are:

  • Understanding money is key when starting any business. Funding is crucial and spending wisely ensures effective use of resources, which leads to growth and profits. Financial management helps in decision-making, cash flow management, and future planning for entrepreneurs.

  • Marketing is crucial for business growth and success. A strong brand makes a business stand out in a competitive market and builds a connection with customers. Focusing on specific groups (target markets) maximizes resources and investment returns. Overall, marketing is essential for starting a business, establishing a good reputation, gaining brand recognition, engaging customers, and growing loyalty.

  • Starting a business involves more than just planning and decision-making. Managing the day-to-day operations is a crucial part. Managing a business means making sure everything runs smoothly, including finances, operations, sales, and customer service. Good management involves creating and implementing strategies, using resources effectively, building relationships with suppliers and customers, and monitoring progress. It also means making smart decisions, handling challenges, and adapting to changes. Strong management skills are essential for building a solid business foundation and driving growth and success.