Design a Business

There are a lot of moving parts in a startup, and it’s easy to feel like you’re missing something. The Lean Canvas is a framework to flesh out your ideas and define your business model. This helps you build a great foundation for your startup to thrive.

In two hours, you’ll learn about the nine key aspects of the Lean Canvas, practise adapting existing business models, and experience what it means to pivot and change a startup idea.

“In a startup, no business plan survives first contact with customers” - Steve Blank, Author of “The Startup Owners’ Manual”

FAQ

Who can join?

There is no assumed knowledge to join Proto.

Proto has been developed for University of Sydney students, alumni, and staff, and members of the public are welcome to join this introductory workshop for free.

Is there a cost?

Proto programs are free for University of Sydney students, alumni and staff. You can purchase a ticket if you don’t fit that description.

Proto is made free for you by the USU. You can join the USU for more great perks here!

Do I need an idea?

You don’t need to have an idea to join Proto, but you’ll get the most value if you do plan to develop an idea as part of the program.

What is Proto?

Do you have an idea for a startup, or a passion to make an impact? Proto is the INCUBATE program designed to help you develop ideas and evolve them into early-stage startups.

It's a series of workshops that are open to all, and are free for University of Sydney students, alumni and staff.

There is no assumed knowledge to join Proto.

Proto is delivered by INCUBATE, the award-winning startup accelerator program founded by the University of Sydney Union.

More questions?

Get in touch with proto@incubate.org.au

Find out more about Proto.