We all think differently, it can be our greatest strength and also our biggest failing. What if, you could bring your whole brain to exploring that business idea you’ve been carrying around?
The Whole Brain Business does just that.
The Whole Brain Business is a 12-week program that weaves the world’s leading thinking-styles tool (Herrmann Brain Dominance Instrument – HBDI) directly into every practical step of turning your idea into something real.
Over 12 weeks you’ll:
- Discover your HBDI profile and see how your thinking style shows up in everyday decisions and under pressure
- Apply all four quadrants directly to your own idea: spotting problems, generating solutions, testing assumptions, building a simple plan and pitching it confidently
- Work quadrant-by-quadrant on real progress steps stretching your weaker areas while playing to your strengths
- Use weekly Stop/Start/Continue reflections to literally watch your thinking become more flexible and balanced
- Craft elevator pitches, customer conversations, roadmaps, and branding that speak to every type of person (investors, customers, partners)
Week-by-week
Week 1 – This session has been completed however late registrants can do a catch-up session.
Week 2 – Communication and putting the four thinking styles in action
Weeks 3 & 4 – Ideation and validating your problem
Weeks 5 & 6 – Market research and testing
Weeks 7 & 8 – Shape your business model and plan
Weeks 9 &10 – Build and test your first version
Weeks 11& 12 Pitch your idea and next steps
What will be your time commitment?
The program runs from 7th May 2026 until 30th July 2026 on Thursdays from 9.00am to 12.00pm (Bundaberg Show Holiday 28th May alternative date TBA).
How much does it cost?
Regional Business HQ has secured funding to enable this program to be offered at no cost to participants.
Who is the program for?
The program can benefit anyone who has an idea they want to develop or is looking for a new approach to their existing business.
It is especially beneficial if you’re:
- Between jobs or feeling stuck in your career
- Wondering “What’s next?” and curious about turning a side idea into a business
- Ready to explore entrepreneurship without the overwhelm of traditional
accelerators.
The Whole Brain Business gives you a clear, supportive path forward.
Do I need prior business experience?
No prior business experience needed just curiosity and an idea (or even just the spark of one).
The Whole Brain Business gives you a science-backed edge: clarity on how you think best, tools to build something meaningful and the confidence to take that next step whether it’s a side project, a new venture, or simply figuring out what lights you up.
Rewire your thinking. Restart your direction. One quadrant at a time.
About Your Presenter – Nathan Spruce
Nathan has implemented a social listening and innovation frameworks, led market expansion, overseen mergers and acquisitions and delivered social enterprise startup incubators. He has secured $50M+ in funding for the Wide Bay region and co-designed services addressing disability, employment, training, physical and mental health, volunteering and the environment.
Beyond IMPACT, Nathan serves as Deputy Chair of the Queensland Social Enterprise Council, guest lectures at CQUniversity and has supported 20+ nonprofits with tender writing and new program creation. He has also previously held board roles with Letters of Hope and the Bundaberg Chamber of Commerce.
Throughout his career, Nathan has remained driven by a belief that communities thrive when people are genuinely heard, supported and given the tools to lead their own change.
What’s the next step?
Please RSVP below. The Whole Brain Business presenter, Nathan Spruce, will be in touch to get a few more details and answer any questions you may have.
Proudly supported by the Queensland Government.