Together with NetStripes, the Education and Skills Development department recently launched the new business savvy workshop Digital Boot Camp to get you fit for doing business online. The first Digital Boot Camp workshop was held at our Education centre at Norwest during August with 17 people in attendance. 
Funded by the NSW Government, Business Connect is a dedicated and personalised NSW Government program that provides trusted advice to help you start or grow your small business. The program is organised by NetStripes in partnership with Master Builders Association.
Designed specifically for the building and construction industry, Digital Bootcamp is a must-attend event for small business owners looking to take their business to the next level. In the one-day intensive workshop, you will gain the knowledge and confidence you need to help you succeed online.
All participants in attendance thoroughly enjoyed the workshop and agreed it was an insightful and interactive experience. The workshop is facilitated by keynoter Dinesh DeSilva, founder of NetStripes. As a previous board member of several businesses, Dinesh shares with participants a wealth of knowledge and experience. He is passionate about helping small businesses grow with new and innovative digital strategies.  
Adding to our staple of construction industry qualifications and safety courses, Master Builders is dedicated to diversifying our range of training products. “We are delivering on our promise to members to provide a broader range of business and management courses to assist business owners, operators and their teams with improving their skills. The Digital Boot Camp is one workshop you don’t want to miss. Presented by Dinesh from NetStripes, the workshop provides invaluable knowledge delivered by an inspirational speaker,” explains Sarah Hardy, Sales and Marketing Manager, Master Builders Education and Skills Development.
As part of registering for the workshop, small business owners in NSW qualify for a bonus 4 hours of one-on-one digital marketing advisory, funded by the NSW Government. This offer is extremely valuable to anyone who wants to improve their marketing strategies.
Previous contestant and winner of Channel Nine’s The Block 2018, Hayden Vale attended Digital Bootcamp to benefit the needs of his consulting business. Hayden took away new skills from the course to improve his business. “I learnt about how I can improve my business’ digital presence. I recommended the course, get on board it was great!” Hayden exclaimed.
Connecting business to business is imperative to the success of Jennifer’s consulting firm. Since completing the Digital Bootcamp course, she now has new ideas and the confidence to connect with clients online. “The course was very informative and gave me many ideas. I recommend Digital Boot Camp to anyone who wants to get into the digital world,” Jennifer said. Since completing the course she has been practising her new ways of working in the office.

The Digital Boot Camp workshop is a comprehensive program that delivers awareness and deep insights into what’s required to succeed in the digital world. You will learn about:
•    SMALL BUSINESS DIGITAL READINESS Learn how to become a digitally ready business in the fastest possible time within a small business budget. 
•    CUSTOMER PERSONAS & BUYING CYCLES Understand who your ideal customers are, their needs, their purchasing habits, and how to win their business. 
•    DESIGN THINKING AND LEAN START-UP This practical session will teach you how to convert your business idea into a tested product or service. 
•    GROWTH HACKING FOR SMALL BUSINESS Growth Hacking is a widely-used process by the fastest growing businesses for rapid growth using a variety of marketing channels and strategies.
The Education and Skills Development department will continue to roll out Digital Boot Camp workshops at Master Builders regional offices. Please check our website (mbansw.asn.au/training) and Facebook page (facebook.com/mbansw.training/) to find out when a workshop will be scheduled near you.