Learn from me for a day!
Let’s just say that teaching runs in my blood. My Dad was a teacher, as was one of my older brothers. My Aunty was a Headteacher and my Mum completed her teacher training but never quite made it to the classroom! I knew I wanted to teach from a young age after my school Work Experience was at a school for children with special needs. One of my earliest jobs whilst at University was as a Teaching Assistant and straight from Uni I started my then Graduate Teacher Training Programme which meant that I taught and trained simultaneously. I’m passionate about Education and Learning and it shows.
Of course I left my teaching profession of 8 years to run this business - Afmena Events - full time which I have now done for 5 years, however the desire and love for teaching has never left me.
I actually trained every member of my core team and over the years have mentored a number of aspiring designers, creatives and business owners. Some of whom have had work experience with us, shadowed me and many of whom have gone on to start their own successful companies.
Having the Private Coaching and Work Experience Short Course to launch the Afmena Events Academy therefore, felt very natural. An opportunity to share my knowledge and expertise with others and save them the hassle of making the many mistakes I made over the years. I’m naturally a very open book and love to share so it has been a joy to do this in such a way that gives back in a meaningful way.
So what do you get as part of this Design Learning Package if you want an opportunity to do a simple Floral Course or Wedding and Decor Course as a new business start up or someone just starting out in the industry?
A Business Review Questionnaire. We send this to you prior to e-meeting you and it gives you a basis to reflect on where you are in your business as well as where you need to be.
A one hour Zoom session. This is interactive and all questions are welcome. The session is recorded so you have the opportunity to replay it over as many times as you like. We cover fundamental principles for how you can build your company and all guidance given is taliored and specific to your business with your Business Review Questionnaire as a reference.
You get to have hands on Work Experience at a real Wedding or Event where you can shadow and learn from me and members of my team. I guarantee you, it will be fun and you will enjoy it.
I feel that there is nothing quite like the learning that takes place on the job when dealing with real time pressures. After the event, we will have a debrief to then provide you with further opportunities to ask any questions you may not have had the chance to during the day.
The entire offer is extremely good value for money, but don’t just take my word for it! Here’s what a previous student had to say about her One to One Zoom session:
Dear Afia,
Thank you so much for our zoom meeting last night.
I am so appreciative of your understanding with my sons popping onto the screen.
Throughout the conversation, I felt heard, understood and empowered. It has put a spring in my step and realization that, what I have dreamt about will come to pass. The generational wealth I’m building is about to-be established very soon!
Thank you for your openness and sharing sound knowledge, it has helped me to think differently as I approach this new chapter.
May your business continue to flourish and your 5 year goals be complete in 3!
See you on Saturday!
Then after her 'Hands on Work Experience' at one of our real weddings, here is what she had to say:
Dear Afia,
THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!
What an experience!
I loved it all, your team are exceptional and all taught a lot about their crafts. The way in which everything was executed was phenomenal.The bride's reaction was priceless- it made me tear up too.
Email us and ask us to add your name to the Waiting List here for your next opportunity to have Private Coaching and Work Experience with Afia and Afmena Events!
Afia Bayayi x