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FAQs about the Marga Faulstich Program
How do I know I'm in the right program?
You are in the right place if you:
- want to build something of your own.
- already have a business idea that you would like to develop in the program.
- can devote nine months to your business project (approx. 10 hours per week).
- want to discover new opportunities.
Still not sure? Make an appointment for an individual consultation: caroline.kunert@hu-berlin.de.
What are the requirements to apply successfully?
We are looking for participants who bring the following package:
- You should have a concrete idea and have already thought about who your potential customers are. For example: I want to create a digital mental health service for students that is free of charge. With this idea, you fill out the application form and think about what makes your idea unique and why exactly your customers need your product/service. Afterwards you record your application video in which you show us who you are and what your idea is (there are no limits to your creativity!) - just stay in a 3 minute frame ;)
More information about the application - Enough time to participate in the program. Show us in your schedule that the Marga Faulstich program fits into your life right now! We know that you cannot plan your life completely for 2023 but what do you plan for 2023?
Calendar Program 2023 - We want to see that you really want to do the program and that the participation is important to you!
How much time do I need for the program?
As a guideline: 10 hours per week, divided into (may vary each week):
- Workshop (3 hours)
- Pre- and post-workshop preparation (2 hours)
- Mentoring (30 minutes)
- Preparation and follow-up mentoring (2 hours)
- Further development of start-up idea (2.5 hours)
What is meant by schedule?
Show us that the Marga Faulstich program fits into your life! To do this, show us: What else do you have coming up in the next nine months? How much time do your other commitments take up? This can be a first overview and we know that changes can still happen. For us it's all about: That you keep in mind how much time MFP will take up in your life!
Here you can find the calendar overview for the program - you can make your schedule similar or completely different! - you are allowed to become creative :).
I'm not able attend all the appointments. How often can I be absent?
You can be absent from up to 25% of all program events without any problems. More frequent absences may result in exclusion from events and eventually complete exclusion from the program.
How much will the program cost me?
The program - including over twenty workshops, mentoring with a successful female entrepreneur, exchange with like-minded people, a wealth of events - has a value of 5000 € per participant.We really want to support female founders - regardless of their financial background, therefore: The program is completely free of charge for you! We expect in return: High motivation and active participation in the program!
How do I know if my idea can be really successful?
Usually you don't! And that's okay, because that's what we're here for! Together we will look at your idea and refine it until it turns into a promising business model!
You read till the end and in your head bumps "I want to be part of MFP! ? Well then: Apply!
We have set ourselves the goal of massively changing the startup ecosystem:
50.7% women in startups!
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