Breakouts
Breakouts
7 Weeks
·Cohort-based Course
Everything graduate school should be but isn't.
Breakouts
7 Weeks
·Cohort-based Course
Everything graduate school should be but isn't.
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Hosted by
Cornelius McGrath
Solopreneur. Advisor to NYT Bestselling Authors, Fortune 500 execs & $1B Brands.
Course overview
Breakouts is the world's first lifestyle accelerator.
We give you the assets, frameworks, and connections you need to live your dream life.
Breakouts is for
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Professionals who want to master their circle of competence.
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Side-hustlers who want a proven path to go full-time on their venture.
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Entrepreneurs who want to get paid for their value, not their time.
The frameworks you'll master
#1: Systems Thinking
You’ll see the world through the systems that govern your time, energy, and focus. We'll identify the parts that work, the aspects that don’t and then architect a new system that actually works for (not against) you.
#2: Circle of Competence
We can see who we truly are by identifying where our assets, aspirations, and market realities overlap. Come to know yourself, the games only you can play, and the value you are uniquely built to provide.
#3: Odyssey Planning
It’s easy to believe you only have one life ahead. In reality, you have multiple futures. We'll help you sketch out 3 achievable futures you can live over the next 5 years. Then pick your favourite.
#4: The Perfect Cold Email
Getting in front of anyone you want is an art form. We’ll show you how to write cold emails and land the meetings that matter. A whole new world will be at your fingertips.
#5: Curiosity Conversations
Our quality of life is based on our quality of conversation. We'll break down how to consistently have talks that net you the information and opportunities you want.
#6: I Am Portfolio
Real upside comes from assets that work for you around the clock. Your I Am Portfolio scales your brand and story in a unique way that begets serious opportunity.
We have 100+ alumni globally. Here's what they're saying.
Jonathan Jackson
Laura Deems
Jack Collins
Sam Viola
Killian MacDonald
Alexia Williams
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Meet your instructor
Cornelius McGrath
Storyteller. Entrepreneur. Editor-in-Chief.
Cornelius is a British solopreneur who moved to the US at 18.
A decade later, he's bootstrapped Everyday Entrepreneur into a profitable six-figure business with 650+ customers globally, including NYT Bestselling authors, Fortune 500 execs, elite universities, $1B brands and Michelin * chefs.
In 2020, Cornelius launched Breakouts. 7 cohorts later, there are 100+ alumni worldwide from YCombinator, the World Economic Forum, Ivy League & the US Military.
Breakouts creates results. Here are some of our best:
- Breakouts I Fellow: sells company to a $1B unicorn.
- Breakouts II Fellow: hits 1,000 true fans on Patreon.
- Breakouts III Fellow: Side hustle $ > W-2 paycheck.
- Breakouts IV Fellow: hits $10K/mo in retainers.
- Breakouts V Fellow: gets job at $1B fund.
- Breakouts VI Fellow: puts first album on Spotify.
- Breakouts VII Fellow: finishes novel in the UK.
What could you do with Breakouts?
Weekly schedule
2-4 hours per week. For 6 weeks.
Saturday: Module Released
5AM ET
Each module includes 3 Breakout Questions (BQs), 2 Readings and 1 Assignment. Your north-star for each week of learning.
Sunday: Live Workshop
7-8PM ET
A masterclass deep-dive into the week's core ideas, connections and frameworks with your cohort, led by Cornelius McGrath.
Tuesday: Breakout Questions
9PM ET
Prompts designed to help create a body of work that you’re proud to present on Demo Day. Write your responses as if they're going to be published in the NYT.
Thursday: Assignments
9PM ET
Assignments are an opportunity for you to demonstrate your mastery of the Breakout frameworks. They are the bedrock of our time together and paramount to your development.
Friday: Office Hours
1-5PM ET
The capstone of your week. A space to crystallize your learnings and unpack your questions in a 45-minute 1-1 conversation with Cornelius.
Incredible minds from all-over the globe.
Represented in this picture: Chicago, London; NYC, San Diego, Savannah, Portland and California.
The Breakout Curriculum
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Know What You Want
It’s an uncomfortable question with a mercurial answer. We may not know yours, but we know humans long to be valued. Value is not what the market asks or pays you to do. Rather, your value is your unique expertise.
In Module I, you'll discover your value, investing in the things only you can do.
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Know Who You Are
We’ve spent so much of our lives learning about the talents of others that we struggle to articulate our own. We need to listen to ourselves like we're our favourite creators to understand who we are.
In Module II, you'll discover who you can become by articulating your competitive advantage.
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The Science of Storytelling
The story is the language of humanity. It's how we connect, love and life. But telling compelling stories about own life isn't easy.
In Module III, you'll learn to tell your story, with the plots, twists and punchlines required to capture the imagination of whoever you meet.
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The Art of Social Capital
The world trades on relationships. They are the currency of your Breakout. Cultivate them wisely.
In Module IV, you’ll learn how to build social capital that can get you in front of anyone.
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Scale Your (Re)Brand
You’re only one person. To get the most out of life, you need assets that work for you around the clock. 24/7, 365.
In Module V, you’ll create an asset that amplifies the reputation and reach of your brand by leveraging the best of your life story.
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Design Your Breakout Life
You only get one life. Don’t allow others to design it for you. Forget short-term results, and focus on embracing a long-term lifestyle.
In Module VI, you'll architect the lifestyle that nets you what you really want. All you need is tact, patience, and hustle to bring it to life.
Preview: The Art of Social Capital
3-2-1 Walkthrough (Module V)
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Breakouts ends with Demo Day. It's your chance to impress the best of our community.
The Nuts & Bolts
Each Fellow gets the opportunity to participate in Demo Day, which takes place 1x per quarter during our quarterly retreats. You get 10-minutes to present in front of our best alumni and select investors.
The Pitch
You don't have to pitch a business. Rather share what your Breakout truly needs to come to life. See below for a stellar pitch example.
The Stage
Think hard about your environment. Physical or digital? Studio or living room? Your surroundings are an advantage. Use them or lose them.
The Ask & Audience
What do you actually want from the audience? Don’t be shy but be sure to frame it as an opportunity for those who are listening to help you.
Inside A Killer Demo Day Pitch
Hoem by Margaret Mauel (Breakouts VI)
Say hello to our Demo Day investors.
Molly De Wolf Swenson
Elliott Clark
Jennifer Jane
Devon Anderson
Steve Reifenberg
Paul Buser
Breakouts is special. Here's what sets us apart from other courses.
1-on-1 Coaching
We provide weekly 1-1 Office Hours, personalized readings outside of the curriculum and diligent weekly feedback on everything you submit.
I Am Portfolio
You're so much more than a resume. Isn't it time you had an asset to reflect that fact? Forget spending hours on a website or IG bio, we've built a cutting-edge portfolio for you.
Retreats & Demo Day
Fellows get to do Demo Day at our quarterly retreats in front of the best minds in our community. Ten minutes done right can create decades of growth and upside.
World-Class Community
Our community is home to cutting-edge scholars, artists, entrepreneurs, and everything in between. All here to support your Breakout journey.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are there limited spots?
I'm busy. Do I have enough time for this?
Why should I take this now?
Are retreats included? How do they work?
How is the Breakouts community different?
What access do I get to Cornelius?
What’s the refund policy?
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