Operational Edge: Startup Operations Accelerator

8 Weeks

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Cohort-based Course

Join our 8-week course to master streamlined startup ops, enhance teamwork, and build a growth-ready culture.

Course overview

Transform Your Startup Operations for Scalable Success

Embark on an 8-week journey with "Operational Edge: Startup Operations Accelerator" that will fundamentally change how you approach your startup's operations. By the end of this course, you'll move from possibly chaotic, inefficient processes to a well-oiled operational machine. You'll learn not only to implement streamlined procedures and effective resource management but also to foster a collaborative team environment that scales.


Throughout the course, you will develop and refine operational systems that are both efficient and adaptable to changing business needs. Enhance internal communication to ensure that everyone on your team is aligned and moving towards common goals, even as your startup grows. Additionally, you'll build a positive and engaging company culture that supports both personal well-being and professional growth, making your startup a sought-after place to work.


This transformation will not just optimize current operations but will also prepare you for the challenges of scaling. With personalized mentorship, hands-on workshops, and peer networking, you will leave this course equipped to lead your startup toward sustainable growth and success.

Who is this course for

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Tailored for founders of early-stage startups eager to streamline operations and accelerate growth effectively.

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Designed for operations managers in startups focused on boosting efficiency and scaling processes successfully.

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Ideal for team leaders focused on enhancing team culture through streamlined operations in a dynamic startup environment.

What you’ll get out of this course

Optimize resource use for maximum operational impact.

Engage with educational modules and collaborative discussions to effectively manage and allocate resources. Benefit from templates and tools, supplemented by individual consulting to implement robust resource management strategies.

Master streamlined operations for efficiency and growth.

Learn the essentials of refining operational processes through educational content and interactive group sessions. Weekly hands-on assignments and consultations will help you apply concepts directly to your startup’s context.

Create adaptable systems to support your startup’s scaling.

Through a blend of educational content and group interactions, develop scalable systems that grow with your business. System templates to apply for both Clickup and Notion to action your learnings

Foster a collaborative culture for sustained startup success.

Learn techniques and strategies to help build your startup's culture the right way from the ground up.

Learn to allocate resources efficiently, ensuring that every team member has what they need to succeed without waste.

Templates and techniques for growing your team and understanding how the growth of a team changes the way your startup works.

Included 1:1 Consulting Hour Every Week

Each member of the cohort can book an hour with any member of the Bit3 team each week to individual consulting included.

Access to the Vault

Basic membership is included for all founders into the exclusive community for founders and consultants called The Vault

What’s included

Mikayla Stewart

Live sessions

Learn directly from Mikayla Stewart in a real-time, interactive format.

Lifetime access

Go back to course content and recordings whenever you need to.

Community of peers

Stay accountable and share insights with like-minded professionals.

Certificate of completion

Share your new skills with your employer or on LinkedIn.

Maven Guarantee

This course is backed by the Maven Guarantee. Students are eligible for a full refund up until the halfway point of the course.

Course syllabus

8 live sessions • 2 lessons

Week 1

May 20—May 26

    May

    22

    Week 1: Introduction to Efficient Resource Allocation

    Wed 5/228:00 PM—9:15 PM (UTC)

    Supporting Materials

    2 items

Week 2

May 27—Jun 2

    May

    29

    Week 2: Creating Shared Understanding

    Wed 5/298:00 PM—9:15 PM (UTC)

    Supporting Materials

    0 items

Week 3

Jun 3—Jun 9

    Jun

    5

    Week 3: Designing Adaptable Systems for Scaling

    Wed 6/58:00 PM—9:15 PM (UTC)

    Supporting Materials

    0 items

    Templates for Implementation

    0 items

Week 4

Jun 10—Jun 16

    Jun

    12

    Week 4: Mastering Streamlined Operations

    Wed 6/128:00 PM—9:15 PM (UTC)

    Supporting Materials

    0 items

Week 5

Jun 17—Jun 23

    Jun

    19

    Week 5: Optimizing Resource Use for Operational Impact

    Wed 6/198:00 PM—9:15 PM (UTC)

    Supporting Materials

    0 items

Week 6

Jun 24—Jun 30

    Jun

    26

    Week 6: Integrating Operational Efficiency with Cultural Strength

    Wed 6/268:00 PM—9:15 PM (UTC)

    Supporting Materials

    0 items

Week 7

Jul 1—Jul 7

    Jul

    3

    Week 7: Simplifying Business Processes for Startups

    Wed 7/38:00 PM—9:15 PM (UTC)

    Supporting Materials

    0 items

Week 8

Jul 8—Jul 12

    Jul

    10

    Week 8: Course Wrap-Up and Practical Implementation

    Wed 7/108:00 PM—9:15 PM (UTC)

    Supporting Materials

    0 items

What people are saying

        Mikayla’s course was exactly what our startup needed to scale effectively. Her hands-on approach as a fractional COO brought real-world insights to every session, enhancing our operational strategies immensely. The personal consulting tailored to our specific challenges was a standout feature.
John

John

CEO, Stealth Startup
        Mikayla’s guidance on building scalable systems and fostering a collaborative culture has transformed our team. The educational content was rich and directly applicable, thanks to her experience with multiple startups. Her personal consultations made a huge difference in applying these concepts effectively
Sarah

Sarah

COO, Stealth Startup

Meet your instructor

Mikayla Stewart

Mikayla Stewart

VP Operations @ Bit3 | Fractional COO

I'm Mikayla Stewart, a seasoned VP of Operations and experienced startup consultant, specializing in operational strategy and product management. With a robust track record of working with over 40 startups, I bring practical insights into streamlining operations for growth. My approach focuses on implementing scalable processes and systems that drive efficiency and foster sustainable expansion. I am passionate about mentoring startup teams, sharing strategies that enhance operational alignment and prepare companies for the next level of success. Join me in transforming your startup's operational framework to achieve streamlined growth.

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Course schedule

4-6 hours per week

  • Wednesdays

    1:00pm - 2:15pm PST


  • Weekly projects

    1-2 hours per week


Learning is better with cohorts

Learning is better with cohorts

Active hands-on learning

This course builds on live workshops and hands-on projects

Interactive and project-based

You’ll be interacting with other founders and getting access to 1:1 consulting to apply your learnings to your business

Learn with a cohort of peers

Join a community of like-minded people who want to learn and grow alongside you

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