The Business Circle — Membership Application A community for building better businesses. Membership is selective. Submission does not guarantee admission; applications are assessed before shortlisting and selection. 1. Personal information First name * Last name * Other names Email * Phone number * Age rangeSelect18–2425–3435–4445–5455+ State * City / LGA Current occupation Educational background 2. Entrepreneurial background Have you ever attempted to start or operate a business? * SelectI currently operate a businessI operated one previouslyI attempted to start one but have not launchedThis will be my first entrepreneurial experience What motivates you to become an entrepreneur? * What skills, experience or resources can you contribute to the community? 3. Business stage Which statement best describes your current situation? * Select your stage I have a business idea but have not started. I am researching and validating an idea. I have developed a concept but have not launched. I have started an early-stage business. I operate a business and need better systems. I operate an established business seeking growth. Your selection guides the form. The assessment team determines the final recommended grade. 4A. Grade One — idea and validation assessment Describe your business idea and proposed product/service * What problem or need will it address? Who are your intended customers? Have you conducted market research?SelectYesSome researchNot yet Have you spoken to potential customers?SelectYesNo Have you identified competitors?SelectYesNo How will the business generate revenue? Have you estimated startup costs?SelectYesPartiallyNo What is your weekly availability?Select1–3 hours4–6 hours7–10 hoursMore than 10 hours 4B. Grade Two — operating business assessment Business name * Business sector * How long has it operated?SelectLess than 6 months6–12 months1–3 yearsOver 3 years Average monthly revenue (NGN) Do you keep income and expense records?SelectYes, consistentlySome recordsNo Is the business registered?SelectYesNoRegistration in progressNot applicable / need guidance How do you currently attract and retain customers? What are the biggest challenges facing the business? What do you want to achieve in the next 12 months? How many people work in the business? Weekly availabilitySelect1–3 hours4–6 hours7–10 hoursMore than 10 hours 5. Commitment and declaration I agree to respect The Business Circle's values, code of conduct and participation expectations. * I consent to the use of the information I provide for application assessment and membership administration. * Anything else the selection team should know? Submit application
