Education Survey

Small Town Startup Education Survey
Thank you for taking the time to complete this short survey! Once complete, you will receive a code for $30 in education credit to be used on any product in our online resource library.

Who should take this survey?

This survey is for small business owners, small business employees looking for training (managers, directors, etc.) or future small business owners (even if you don't have a start date). Small Town Startup creates educational content and opportunities for folks everywhere, but with a special focus on small town business owners who may face a unique set of challenges.

Your answers will remain annonymous.
Zipcode where your business operates/will operate*
Your age bracket*

18-2424-3535-4445-5455-6465+
Industry*

Professional ServicesFood & HospitalityHealthcare & WellnessConstruction & Home ServicesRetail (including e-commerce)Technology and Digital ServicesPersonal Care ServicesEducational ServicesManufacturing & ProductionArts, Entertainment, & RecreationAgricultureNonprofit
Is your business currently operating?*

Yes, and I work in it full-timeYes, and I work another jobYes, and I am an employee, but not a founder/ownerNo, I am in the planning and dreaming stage
Is your business registered as a nonprofit, or do you plan to be?*

YesNo
Number of employees (including yourself)*
What is your annual budget for business education/consulting?*

No set budget OR unknownLess than $1kBetween $1k-$3k$3k+
Where do you currently get the most information about running your business? (Select your top answer)*

YoutubeInstagram/FacebookBlogsChamber or other community resourcesNetworking with other business ownersPodcastsBooks & magazinesA personal business coachOther
Select the class format you prefer the MOST:*

Virtual, pre-recorded classesVirtual, live classesLive, in-person classesI prefer not to attend any classes
If you selected a live option, either virtual or in-person, what time frames work best?

7:30am-9:00am9:00am-11am12pm-2pm3pm-5pm6pm-8pm
If you selected a live option, either virtual or in-person, what day of the week works best?

MondayTuesdayThursdayFridaySaturdaySunday
Select the class format you prefer the LEAST:*

Virtual, pre-recorded classesVirtual, live classesLive, in-person classesI prefer not to attend classes
How do you currently network with other local business owners and employees? Check all that apply.*

Social media groupsIndustry-specific events, such as conferencesHappy hours and lunch n' learnsVendor/supplier relationshipsProfessional networking groups and associationsInformal meetups and relationshipsDon't currently network
How do you prefer to learn outside of classes? (Select your TOP answer.)*

PodcastsVideosWritten material, like blogs, books, and articlesInteractive workshops
For small business tools and resources, would you prefer a subscription model (monthly fee for access to all content) or purchasing items as you need them?*

Subscription modelBuy as-neededBoth
What is the maximum monthly fee you would pay for a subscription model that included access to small business educational content?*

$19.99/month$29.99/month$39.99/month$49.99/monthI would prefer to buy content as I need it instead of a subscription model
What is the MAXIMUM amount you would be willing to spend on a 90 minute class on one of the above topics you found valuable?*

$20$30$50
How many full-day events per year would you be interested in attending?*

1-23-55+No full-day events for me- too busy!
What business topics do you want to learn about? (Select Your top 3)*

Marketing & Social Media StrategySales & Customer GrowthTool Walk Through (Canva, Square POS, ChatGPT, etc.)Financial Management & PricingOperations & ProductivityBusiness Automation & AI ToolsHiring, Managing, and Leading a TeamGrant Writing & Funding OpportunitiesNetworking & Community EngagementWebsite & E-commerce GrowthLegal & Business ComplianceAdvertising Platform Training (Meta Ads, Google Ads, NextDoor Ads, etc.)Mental Health & Burnout PreventionSoft Skill Development & Refinement (Time Management, Conflict Resolution, etc.)Digital basics (keeping an online calendar, video conferencing, etc.)
What is your biggest business challenge right now? What keeps you up at night?*

Getting my business off the groundAttracting more customersIncreasing revenueMarketing and visibilityManaging business financesHiring & managing a teamWork-life balanceSuccession planningOther
If you selected other, please elaborate here.
Any other questions or comments you would like to see addressed by an STS resource?
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Small Town Startup Education Survey