Make It Work

Innovation learning designed for parents, by parents

From playdates to pitching like a pro…

Launched in 2023, Make It Work is designed specifically for parents like you – primary caregivers who crave the flexibility of running their own business and fulfilment of using your brain for non-kid related stuff. Here's how Make it Work empowers you:

  • Learn by doing: Get hands-on experience building a viable business from the ground up, all during school hours in term time.

  • Expert guidance: Our experienced and empathetic facilitators (who understand the realities of parenthood!) will guide you through every step.

  • Connect with others: Connect with other aspiring parentpreneurs, support each other and find potential collaborators.

  • Validate an idea: Develop and refine a business concept with proven tools and techniques.

  • Pitch like a pro: Hone your presentation skills at our "pitch party" and learn how to attract your audience and target market.

  • Always supported: No prior business experience? No problem! We'll equip you with the skills you need to succeed. Need childcare? We offer childcare options for a small fee during workshops.

  • If you already have a business: Come along if you’d like to learn business modelling skills. You won’t work on your own business during the sessions, but all the learnings about problem identification, market validation, unique value proposition and minimum viable product design can be applied to your own venture.

Make it Work is for parents, by parents. We understand the challenges you face, whilst affirming the talent and skills you already have. We're here to help you build on that.

2024 program sold out! If you’re keen to join the next group, we're currently taking registrations for the 2025 program.

Massive thanks to Make It Work’s amazing sponsors: