Oneday Reviews 68

Oneday is truly the "Shark Tank" school for entrepreneurs! Joining their MBA program in the July 2024 cohort has been a game-changer for me, giving me the accountability and structure I needed to take my business to the next level.

For years, I considered business coaching but always hesitated—I wasn’t sure if the mentors I’d find could actually guide me toward success. Oneday eliminated that uncertainty. Their program is designed for people like me—a wife, mom, full-time employee, and founder—juggling multiple priorities while building something meaningful.

The learning platform is sleek, intuitive, and easy to follow, and the pacing of assignments is both manageable and engaging. I absolutely LOVE my mentors! They’ve challenged me to think more deeply and with greater clarity about my business, helping me connect the dots in ways I never imagined.

Recently, I ran traction experiments through the program that generated nearly $500 in just a few weeks of promotion! Even more exciting, I built a lead magnet that’s now pulling in 7-10 leads a day for my business.

I’m beyond grateful for Oneday and the mentors who have made this possible. Special thanks to Brian Meece and Elliott Phear—your expertise, encouragement, and guidance have helped me elevate not only my business but also my mission. Oneday isn’t just a program—it’s a community that truly cares about your success.

If you’re ready to transform your entrepreneurial journey, I can’t recommend Oneday enough!

For me, Oneday is the perfect fit. Oneday gives you the education and mentorship you need to start a business and is a great alternative to a traditional MBA. Plus you get partnered with a mentor who has done it before. All wins in my book. My mentor Deepak has been a HUGE advocate and support for me as I grow and learn. He will poke holes in my thinking, challange my approach, and stretches me to be bolder and more thoughtful. I am about midway through their MBA program and I can say it's been the best startup experience I've had so far. If you're on the fence and wondering if it's really worth the price tag, ask yourself how much money are you leaving on the table by not investing in yourself? By not having a mentor walk this journey with you? By not having a community of other entrepreneurs to synergies with as you grow? It's worth it.

Course has been great so far, group aspect is great and it’s great to share thoughts and ideas with each other. My suggestion would be some tutoring on the ‘traditional’ aspects of business, like trademarks, intellectual property etc. special shout out to my mentor Steph who is absolutely brilliant!!

I'm about 8 months in, we have validated demand for my decaf only coffee business Craft Decaf (MVP is live now). Now moving onto a full rebrand to start to scale the business.

Also next year I'm moving onto another business with a separate cofounder which is a food tech business (my background is in the software space).

I think I have quite a familiar story among many other students on the programme where I've always fancied starting a business, and have attempted this before, but found that I didn't have the structure in place or the knowledge on how to execute a start up as quickly and effectively as possible. I also lacked accountability and the direction of someone telling me exactly what would be best to do and help with decisions etc.

You're paired with a mentor that has expertise and connections in your interest space which is incredibly helpful. In my case I'm interested in tech and food and drink, my mentor (Mike Pryke) is a ex property tech founder, who also built the UK's largest food and drink magazine and exited that business. He also was part of the team who set up Peckham levels which is a very successful street food hall in London. He previously co-owned a restaurant and has connections to the founder of Seedlip and other brands such as Percival etc.

This is such a huge accelerator compared to doing it on your own. From settling on an initial concept (decaf coffee) and completing discovery, I was revenue generating in about 1-2 months. I'm now trying to scale our customers and our value propositions etc.

I will say the programme is very fast paced and that is challenging to keep up. But you definitely get out what you put in, and you are very supported through the highs and (inevitably) the struggles. If you have a full time job (like myself) it is challenging, but there is a lot of flexibility so you can still achieve everything.

Looking forward to continuing with the programme!

Really enjoying OneDay. Have met some really interesting people and have loved working with my mentor to build my company. Highly recommend anyone who is looking to start a business to apply!

Hello!

My name is Ava Hawkins, and I am a current Founder and student at Oneday. This program, has genuinely ignited my entrepreneurial spirit. From the very first squad session, (well second squad I got the time zones kinda mixed up) I felt like I belonged to a supportive community that truly values creativity and innovation. What made my journey even more meaningful was my mentor, Mk.

Mk has been an incredible source of encouragement for me. His patience and unwavering belief in my potential have helped me navigate through tough times. I’ve also appreciated the small class size, which fosters authentic connections and collaboration with other founders who understand the ups and downs of this journey.

If you’re considering starting a startup, I wholeheartedly recommend Oneday. It’s not just a program; it’s a launchpad for your startup. You’ll be actively working on your startup rather than just discussing ideas. The mentors are real founders who genuinely care about your success and are dedicated to helping you find your way. You’ll find the support and guidance you need to turn your vision into reality!

I’m grateful to be apart of this community!

Ava Hawkins
Founder of FuelSwift Mobile

Well just a few shoutout's to people that completely change my life & how I see business, people & even mentoring.

1. Having people that believe in you is incredible, so starting with Juan Linares who interviewed me, he believed in me as a young entrepreneur. This means a lot to me, especially when you know you venture into something you have no clue about, or little clue about.
2. then Mia Bennett's help for most of the MBA up until now, has helped me do quite a few huge mind shifts to become more pragmatic about my business, as well as assessing my product, service, marketing & sales experimenting to name a few. Also, never have I felt inferior interacting with her & in the business space I have met mentors (outside OneDay) that would treat you like you know nothing. From, Mia, I got the complete opposite, pulling out the inner value & bringing forth my current skills & expanding my skills. Not to say the fact that she helped me personalise my business goals, based on my values & alignment with my values. Just incredible.
3. Then Mary Lemmer my current mentor, from the first days she guided me in such a powerful way to believe in my coaching & how to set expectations around my goals, as well as practical "hands-on" help with marketing & sales. I am really grateful for her and cannot thank her enough for the transformations she is taking me through right now :)
4. Mike for his incredible "out-of-scope" help in seeing through his journey as an entrepreneur & making some extra time.

Now, I can understand this is not "the norm" for mentors to do it & I was, but there are mentors who are incredibly dedicated & it is amazing to see that.

The curriculum definitely helps you get the knowledge you need to get out there & try things out so experience being an entrepreneur & making a high-quality product, service or brand.

The community is also fantastic.

I joined the OneDay programme in June 2023 and I'm now in the last few months of the course. Being a founder is lonely and OneDay has provided a community of like minded people along with the guidance of SO many experts who have been there and done that (1,000x over, every situation you could imagine, no gatekeeping). My mentor is Robert Manasier and he has gone above and beyond to help me progress. There have been a number of glitches in functionality/usability but the systems are constantly improving and there is always someone to ask for help so I have no real complaints. The structure of the course has given me accountability and momentum through several stages where quitting would have been too easy and it's never felt like too much work. Due to other commitments I've only dipped in and out of the extra curricular materials on the database but I still feel I've gotten more than my monies worth and I'm now feeling really positive about finishing the course with a great foundation for success and a list of very useful contacts in my network! Would strongly recommend to anyone who is serious about becoming their own boss!

Knowledge is power, applied knowledge is wisdom.
Before I started the oneday program, everything was just ideas in the air, now I have validated them , I have made them tangible, I have a company now.
Everything I am learning throughout the program, I am implementing it within my business and also my personal life! I have improved a lot since I started this program, I am glad I took the chance and joined. I am happy about my decision, and cannot recommend enough for all the inventors, creatives, problem solvers out there.

So far, concluding my first module in the OneDay program, I could not be more pleased with the experience. My 121 meetings with my supportive mentor, Mary L., whom started her journey with a gilato business, are so inspiring to early entrepreneurs like myself. Mutually, our squad meetings have been rewarding, as participants are been able connect with a cohort of thinkers from around the world whom all share similar goals. Rich Jewell, amongst many others have been encouraging voices that motivate our cohort of innovators to become more successful or reach market as quickly as possible. Definitely an experience that I would recommend to any early entrepreneur, as a life long learner achieving a B.S., M.Ed., M.S.Ed., and now pursuing a M.B.A. Check out the OneDay program. You'll enjoy it!!

It’s been 5 months since I joined the program, and it’s been an awesome journey so far! The combination of good structure and mentorship makes it much clearer to start your business and navigate the challenges of entrepreneurship.

A big thanks to my mentor, Mike Pryke, who makes the experience both challenging and enjoyable at the same time.

I've been working as a Mentor with Oneday for nearly 3 years and it's an extraordinary opportunity - as an entrepreneur - to work with up-and-coming founders, helping them to build their business.

This is the course and experience I wish I'd had access to when I was starting out.

This ain’t your Daddy’s traditional graduate program, that’s for sure. Forget the case studies? Weeks of prepping over countless chapters of theories and principals? Are you kidding me? Here, you’re rolling up your sleeves and getting to work understanding and implementing proven real world development, assessing, testing, collecting data from your customers, analysis and relaunching. Over n over and over again till your customers not only like you, they love you! Why wouldn’t they you’ve created a vital tool to solve their pains. John’s Bosse, my mentor, is a seasoned CTO/Entrepreneur who’s been exactly where I’m looking to be and then some. Who better to learn from? His no nonsense strategies of building sales funnels, branding, operations and business development are straight out of a success story from Wired, Entrepreneur or Forbes magazine. Proven policies/strategies that work! From a team of mentors who have built it, grown it and sold it for millions! More than once in most cases! So, what are ya waiting for?

I have the best mentor, shoutout to John Boese! The best, meaning he is honest and constructive while sincerely being invested EVERY time we meet. I experience being a valued founder at Oneday.
Oneday also offers Relevant Masterclasses that I find truly helpful. It is also helpful that they take feedback seriously and consistently-true marks of a school that wishes to evolve with what's happening! Thank you Oneday...also the Best Decision I Have Made In My Adult Career!

Do you have an idea? Then you are in luck, this program is for you.
Attending the one-day program is an incredible experience! It offers a unique and intensive opportunity to build an idea from scratch with the guidance of an experienced mentor. The day is packed with insightful sessions, hands-on activities, and personalized feedback that make the entire journey both educational and inspiring.

From the moment I and my squad (people with different ideas for a business) started, the program emphasized practical application, allowing participants to immediately put our ideas into practice. The mentor's expertise and dedication are evident, as they provide invaluable insights and tailored advice to help refine and enhance our ideas. The interactive nature of the program fosters a collaborative environment, encouraging participants to share their thoughts and learn from each other.

By the end of the day, not only do we develop a solid foundation for our projects, but we also leave with a clear roadmap for future steps. Each one-on-one section is tailored to your business model, making the feedback experience insightful and achievable. This program is a fantastic way to kickstart any idea, providing the tools, knowledge, and support needed to turn concepts into reality. Highly recommended for anyone looking to innovate and grow with expert mentorship!

I have been in the program for 8 months. I am so grateful I had the guts to take this opportunity. It is changing my life. The work is challenging in a new and exciting way. I feel supported by the squad and our mentor. We are all invested in each other's success. We continue to grow as entrepreneurs every day. Being a part of the OneDay community is a privilege. It is an honor work with all of these incredible minds.

What makes Oneday so special as a practical learning experience is not only the vast number of successful founders available to help, but the personal support has been amazing. I'm also caring for a sick mother at home, so having that understanding and compassion for meeting deadlines and also making sure work is being delivered has been excellent. I highly recommend Oneday to all those looking to gain an MBA and build a successful business.

I have been on the MBA programme for just under a year and I have gone from just having a concept to having a real business. It has really helped me a lot especially the mentoring.

Great program if I knew about oneday earlier it could have save me at least 2m usd over the pas 20 years. I filled many initiatives.