Course Content
Welcome to the course!
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Important Information: Structure and Process of the E-learning Phase
Alex, your virtual Coach
02:40
Self-assessment
In this section, we will complete Part 1 of the questionnaire. The results will help you better understand yourself and your business idea.
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Why the Online-Questionnaire?
01:32
Part 1 of the Questionnaire
Entrepreneurial Life Design
In this module, you will learn about the concept of Entrepreneurial Life Design, an innovative approach that combines entrepreneurship and personal development. It is a toolkit full of methods that support you in turning your ideas into reality. After the introduction, you will find an engaging everyday exercise and a few reflection questions. Once you have answered them, you can move on to the next topic.
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What is Entrepreneurial Life Design?
03:58
OPTIONAL: Energy Mapping with the „Good Work Journal“
Entrepreneurial Mindset
In this lesson, we will explore the entrepreneurial personality together. It is about knowledge and skills, strong networks, and the importance of role models, as well as – most importantly – a mindset that turns opportunities into possibilities. Have fun!
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Mindset between Myth and Reality
03:42
The Entrepreneurial Mindset
04:59
This is how you can intentionally develop your mindset!
Role Models and Beliefs
00:00
Reflection Exercise
Problem-Solution-Fit
Many founders fall in love too early – with their solution. They build the product, design features, and fine-tune details, without really knowing for whom they are actually developing it. And why. That is why the most important advice right at the beginning is: Love the problem, not your solution. That is what this lesson is about.
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How do I develop a truly compelling business idea?
02:16
If the solution does not fit the problem…
02:22
OPTIONAL: Your Problem-Solution-Fit
This is how you test your idea.
How to explain your idea in one sentence
02:26
Part 2 of the Questionnaire
Off to Berlin!
We conclude with a few notes about the live seminar in Berlin.
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Done!
Follow Up
Notes on the final report, check-in/follow-up, and your certificate
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Important notes at the end
Online Academy for EXIST-Women
About Lesson

You have learned about the seven dimensions of the Entrepreneurial Mindset. But how can you actually develop your own mindset in a concrete way? It starts with a simple but important step: noticing what is already there.

Step 1: Getting to know your beliefs

Which thoughts accompany you in everyday life – especially in challenging moments? Think briefly back to the sentences you wrote down earlier. Were they more encouraging, or rather critical and self-critical?

You might know thoughts like: “I am not a numbers person“ or “I am simply not made for this.“ Such thoughts are not wrong – they are snapshots. But you can consciously question them.

The small word with a big impact: “yet”

A single word can make a crucial difference. Compare these two sentences:

  • “I do not master the basics of finance.“
  • “I do not master the basics of finance yet – but I am currently learning.“

The “yet” opens a mental door. It reminds you that development is possible – and that your current state does not have to be your final state. In growth mindset research, this is considered one of the most effective small interventions in how we think.

Reframing: new perspectives in stressful moments

Another technique is the conscious act of reframing – redefining a situation. In difficult moments, ask yourself: “What learning opportunity is hidden here – even if everything feels like it is going wrong right now?“

This question activates what is known in psychology as the Expectation Effect: when you frame a situation as a learning opportunity, your brain responds with curiosity instead of fear. It sounds simple – and it is. But it requires practice.

Step 2: Actively building new empowering beliefs

Mindset work is not only about recognizing limiting beliefs. You can also actively adopt new, empowering convictions.

An inspiring source for this is the book “50 Sätze, die das Leben leichter machen“ by Karin Kuschik. It contains short, powerful phrases that can help you think more clearly and act more confidently. Here are three examples:

“Wanting is like having to – just voluntarily.“ You do something because you want to – not because you have to. This gives you back your autonomy.

“I don’t know – almost always means no.“ A reminder for more inner clarity. Polite hesitation rarely helps – neither you nor the other person.

“What others think of me is none of my business.“ You cannot control other people’s thoughts – so don’t waste energy on them. Focus on what you think and want.

Such phrases are most effective when you see them regularly. Stick them on your laptop, put them on your bathroom mirror – or use them as your phone lock screen.

💡 For reflection: Which of these three phrases resonates most with you and why? Write down your thoughts briefly in your travel journal before moving on.

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