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TFIT Youth Entrepreneurs
The ultimate youth entrepreneurs training for your business.

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Almost any young person with drive and creativity can become an entrepreneur, but success starts with the right mindset and practical skills. The TFIT Youth Entrepreneurs Program is designed to help you discover your strengths, develop real-world business skills, and learn how to turn your ideas into action. Through hands-on training, interactive discussions, and executive coaching, you’ll gain insights into customer service, leadership, and operational efficiency. This program will guide you in identifying opportunities, building resilience, and using proven systems to overcome challenges, empowering you to shape your future and make a lasting impact in your community.

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PROGRAM OUTLINE

YOUTH ENTREPRENEURS

CATEGORIES COVERED

DAY 1: (Session 1 Leadership & Foundations)

Building Your Support Network

  • Do you have the right advisors?

  • Understanding involvement, responsibility, and purpose

  • Defining your mission

  • The role of a business lawyer/accountant

  • First impressions: Store entrance, establishment, register, service counter, leaving, and phone etiquette

 

(Session 2: Customer Relations & Communication)

  • Building a relationship with your bank manager

  • Who is a customer?

  • What does a customer want?

  • The value of a franchise consultant/advisor

  • Active listening skills

  • Affirmative and effective communication

  • Using “magic phrases”

  • Non-verbal communication cues

 

(At-Home Work/Research)

  • Watch videos/case studies on entrepreneurship

  • Franchising videos (good and bad examples)

  • Complete an online survey and review business statistics

  • Participate in an online Q&A forum

DAY 2: (Session 1 Business Models & Self-Discovery)

Understanding Business Types

  • What is a franchise?

  • Pros and cons of franchising

  • Independent business vs. franchising

  • Replicable business models

  • Standardized systems and checklists

 

(Session 2: Self-Assessment & Personal Branding)

  • Discovering your strengths and passions

  • Identifying problems you want to solve

  • Building your personal brand

  • Setting short- and long-term goals

 

(At-Home Work/Research)

  • Research local franchises and independent businesses

  • Complete a self-assessment worksheet

  • Watch videos on personal branding and goal setting

GOAL for DAY 1 

Develop self-awareness and understand the importance of building a strong support network, including advisors and mentors, while mastering the basics of professional communication and customer interaction.

 

GOAL for DAY 2 

Explore different business models with a focus on franchising, and guide participants through self-assessment to identify their personal strengths, interests, and entrepreneurial potential.

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DAY 3: (Session 1 Operations & Financial Basics)

Operations Management

  • Importance of operation manuals

  • Creating and following systems and procedures

  • Problem-solving with checklists

  • Quality control and consistency

 

 (Session 2: Financial Literacy)

  • Understanding basic financial statements

  • Budgeting and cash flow management

  • Working with accountants and bookkeepers

  • Funding options for young entrepreneurs

 

 (At-Home Work/Research)

  • Analyze a sample operation manual

  • Review a basic business budget

  • Watch financial literacy videos for youth

DAY 4: (Session 1 Marketing, Sales & Customer Experience)

Marketing Fundamentals

  • Identifying your target market

  • Crafting your value proposition

  • Using social media and digital marketing

  • Networking and word-of-mouth strategies

 

 (Session 2: Sales & Customer Experience)

  • The sales process: from inquiry to closing

  • Delivering exceptional customer service

  • Handling complaints and feedback

  • Building customer loyalty

 

 (At-Home Work/Research)

  • Create a simple marketing plan for your business idea

  • Role-play sales scenarios

  • Watch customer service excellence videos

GOAL for DAY 3

Build operational know-how and financial literacy, emphasizing the importance of standardized systems, manuals, and sound financial management for business success.

GOAL for DAY 4 

Equip participants with the tools and strategies to attract, engage, and retain customers through effective marketing and sales techniques, while delivering exceptional customer service.

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DAY 5: (Session 1 Going Global, Pitching & Next Steps)

Thinking Global

  • How digital tools expand your reach

  • E-commerce basics

  • Cultural awareness in business

  • Case studies: Youth entrepreneurs with global impact

 

 (Session 2: Pitching Your Business & Action Planning)

  • Crafting and delivering your business pitch

  • Group pitch presentations and peer feedback

  • Mapping out your next steps

  • Connecting with mentors and resources

 

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DAY 5 (Final Q&A/Certification)          

  • Summarize the 5 modules.

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  • Questions

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GOAL for DAY 5

Empower participants to think beyond local opportunities, develop global awareness, and confidently pitch their business ideas, while mapping out actionable next steps for their entrepreneurial journey.

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