Chart Your Course
The old rules are breaking. Write your own.
Boatswain is for those ready to take the startup helm—founders,
visionaries, and mid-life mutineers alike. We'll help you build
something real while others cling to sinking ships.
Because the future doesn't belong to the compliant.
It belongs to the courageous.
Short: The Founder's Journey
Startup Journey
Hero's Journey is Your Journey.
We'll walk with you through the critical early stages—or stay for two or three iterations. Whatever you need, right now, to move forward.
Get Your Ship Together
We give you the tools to get organized, gain traction,
and start moving fast in the right direction.
Articles & Insights
Deep-dive articles on entrepreneurship, business strategy, and the art of breaking free from conventional thinking.
- Weekly strategic insights
- Case studies from the trenches
- Actionable business tactics
- Free access to foundational content
Free
Classes & Workshops
Topic specific classes can help fill in gaps in knowledge or skills. These are straightforward down-to-earth classes to directly help your venture.
- Leadership classes
- Planning Classes
- Board Meetings 101
- Odoo Business Software
First Canvas Free
Business Planning Studio
A comprehensive, step-by-step questionnaire that helps you clarify your business strategy, identify key opportunities, and create a roadmap for success.
- Strategic business assessment
- Personalized insights
- Actionable recommendations
- Download your business plan
First Canvas Free
1:1 Work Within the Studio
Direct guidance for entrepreneurs ready to break free from conventional thinking and chart their own course to success.
- Personalized strategy sessions
- Business model optimization
- Growth acceleration tactics
- Ongoing support