What is Path?
Path is an interactive seven-week online course designed to help problem solvers decide which direction to take with their idea.
This course gives you insight into the "who, why, and how" upon which you will build the foundation of your organization. You will be asked the hard questions and will be introduced to a community of support.
Next cohort: April 10 - May 22, 2024
Weekly Zoom Call: Wednesdays 7pm - 8pm EST.
Cost: $200
For problem solvers who need direction and accountability as they decide what to do with their idea.
Path Details
What to expect?
By participating in Path, you can expect:
to attend a weekly video call to connect with others led by a Plywood Facilitator on Wednesdays at 7pm EST
to follow a proven problem-solving method that has been implemented by hundreds of people before you.
to learn from 24 leading social entrepreneurs. Each week starts with a short e-book from Jeff Shinabarger (Founder of Plywood), and includes video content, written articles, reflective challenges, and group meetups.
thoughtful questions to answer after each section, with the opportunity to give and receive feedback from your peers.
access for 3 months to Plywood+ - an online community with additional trainings, livestreams, and conversations with other social impact leaders.
When + where?
Path is offered multiple times during the year. The next cohort begins April 10, 2024!
When you register you get immediate access to the first lesson of the Path program within our online community, Plywood+. You will also get an invite to join the weekly video meet-ups for 7 weeks on Wednesdays at 7pam EST. These facilitated calls you can to discuss the curriculum and connect with others.
How much?
Path by Plywood is $200.
A limited number of partial scholarships are available. Fill out an application here to be considered for a partial scholarship.
We feel strongly that this course will make your work better, so we’re offering a 100% money back guarantee. If you finish this course and are not satisfied, we will give you a FULL refund.
Next Group - April 2024
Course Structure:
Duration: 7 weeks
Length: 2-3 hours/week investment, including 1 hr group Zoom call
Location: Online
Cohort size: 10-12 people
Format: Digital readings, videos, and weekly group discussion
Cost: $200 (Partial Scholarships available)
Schedule + Topics
Week 1: Introductions, Expectation setting
Week 2: What is the problem I am trying to solve?
Week 3: Why am I the person to solve the problem?
Week 4: How will I invite others into the solution?
Week 5: How do I move from dreaming to doing?
Week 6: What is success in relation to the problem?
Week 7: How will we sustain?
Still Have Questions?
Learn From These Voices
Ryan Gravel / Creator of The Beltline
Zim Ugochukwu / Travel Noir
Brad Montague / Kid President
Eryn Eddy Adkins / So Worth Loving
Pamela Barba / Strategist and Coach
Leroy Barber / Voices Project