• Be Entrepreneurial

    • Develop an entrepreneurial mindset and learn the basics of starting a business through JA's Be Entrepreneurial program!

      By the end of this program, you will be able to:

      1. Identify a product or service for a business that responds to a need in the community;
      2. Determine the competitive advantage of a business;
      3. Examine target market; and
      4. Develop a business by applying strategies for financial planning, responsible decision-making, and market adaptation.
    • Student Business Planning Workbook File

      Optional Activity: Do you have an idea for a business? The Student Business Planning Workbook is a perfect place to record your ideas and apply what you are learning throughout the program. Here's how to use it:

      1. Download and save the Business Planning Workbook.
      2. After completing each interactive Module, complete the corresponding pages of the workbook.
      3. Make sure to save the file to keep your progress!
    • Teacher Guide File

      The Teacher Guide provides information about the program and suggested lesson plans. Topics include:

      • program format
      • content of modules
      • suggested lesson plans
      • additional activities
      Not available unless: You are a(n) Classroom Teacher (hidden otherwise)

  • 1. Introduction to Be Entrepreneurial

  • 2. Determining Competitive Advantage

  • 3. Defining a Target Market

  • 4. Moving Forward with Entrepreneurship

  • Wrap Up