Why Business Courses Fail and How aboveA Academy Is Different?
Have you ever signed up for a business course or a whole university degree program and felt bored? Maybe the instructor talked too much. Perhaps the slides looked old and too much focus on memorization of textual information. Or maybe, it just didn’t help you build your dream. You’re not alone. I, no, we – been there too.
Out there, in academia and online course platforms, many business programs make big promises, yet fail to deliver. They talk about business like it’s something that lives in a textbook. But guess what? Business today doesn’t live in textbooks. It lives online. It lives in TikTok trends. It lives in your ideas, your DMs, your Notion docs, and even your group chats. That’s why most business courses fail.
Let me break it down.
Why Business Courses Don’t Work for Gen Z
1. They’re too slow
Business changes fast, and especially nowadays. New tools pop up every week. Markets shift in a day. But many courses still teach ideas from 10 years ago. That’s not helpful when you’re trying to grow something now. You need fast, real advice. Not slow, old-school talks.
2. They don’t speak your language
Gen Z is different. You grew up on YouTube, Discord, and TikTok. You don’t want boring lectures and 50-slide PowerPoints. You want clear, real talk. You want quick wins and simple steps you can try today. Most courses miss this. They talk in “corporate speak,” not your speak.
3. They focus on theory, not action
Reading about business is one thing. Doing it is something else. Many courses just explain “what” and “why” without showing you “HOW.” So you finish the course… and you’re still stuck. That’s not right.
4. No one helps you after class
After the course ends, most teachers disappear. No feedback. No support. You’re left to figure it out alone. Starting a business is already hard. Why make it harder?
So, What Makes aboveA Academy Different?
We started aboveA Academy because we got tired of boring business advice, too.
We know Gen Z isn’t lazy or lost. You’re smart, creative, and bold. You just want to build things that matter, like us, and you want someone to guide you in a way that fits your life. Here’s what makes aboveA Academy different from the rest. Apart from that, our courses put a stringent emphasis on:
1. Learning by Doing
We don’t just teach. We build. Every course at aboveA Academy includes real tasks. You won’t just learn what a sales funnel is – you’ll build one. You won’t just hear about social media growth – you’ll grow your page step-by-step with us. When you finish our courses, you don’t walk away with just notes. You walk away with results. Real work. Real wins. Real confidence.
2. We Teach Modern Business
We teach the business world as it is today, not as it was yesterday. You’ll learn how to:
- Use AI to work smarter
- Create landing pages that convert
- Reach your audience with zero budget
- Launch your idea without waiting years
- Build strong personal brands
- Understand data (without being a math genius)
This is not theory. It’s not fluff. It’s exactly what startup founders need now.
3. We Speak Your Language
You won’t get long lectures or confusing words here. Our team aboveA, we break things down in a way that actually makes sense. Every lesson is written for real people, not business robots. We keep it short, sharp, and super practical. We use examples you know, tools you already like, and a vibe that feels more like a TikTok workshop than a dusty classroom.
4. You Get Real Support
When you join aboveA Academy, you’re not alone. You’ll join a private community of other young founders. People like you – curious, bold, and hungry to grow. You’ll also get:
- Feedback on your projects
- Weekly live sessions with our team
- Answers to your real questions
- A safe space to share wins and fails
We don’t just want you to pass a course. We want you to win in real life.
5. We Focus on Startup Mindset
Anyone can teach “business.” But very few teach a startup mindset – and that’s what matters most. Startups are fast. Messy. Creative. They don’t follow the rules. So you need more than just a business plan. You need grit. You need to test fast. Fail smart. Pivot quickly. Learn on the go. Our courses teach you how to think like a founder. How to take action. How to keep going even when it’s hard.
What You Get with aboveA Academy
Let’s keep it simple.
✅ Real tools to build and scale a business
We’ll show you how to use tools like Notion, Framer, Webflow, Stripe, Figma, Canva, and ChatGPT – even if you’ve never used them before.
✅ Step-by-step systems that work
We give you blueprints. You don’t need to guess. We’ve built businesses ourselves. Now we teach what actually works.
✅ Access to a real startup network
Need support? Feedback? A co-founder? Maybe even your first clients? That’s what our community is here for.
✅ Affordable pricing made for Gen Z
No $2000 price tag. No boring MBA fees. We keep it affordable because we know your budget matters.
Who Should Join?
If you’re someone who:
- Has a business idea but doesn’t know where to start
- Wants to launch fast and learn on the way
- Hates boring courses
- Likes working smarter, not harder
- Dreams of being a founder
- Wants to stand out in the online world
…then aboveA Academy is made for you.
Gen Z Is Building the Future - and We’re Here to Help
You’re not waiting around for “someday.” You’re ready to try things now. To learn fast, grow strong, and create something of your own. You don’t need more textbooks. You need tools, real support, and a learning space that gets you.
That’s what we built. That’s what we believe in. We don’t just teach business. We help you become the business.
Final Words
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In a world full of choices, that kind of trust is golden!
Meet the Author
Faustas Norvaisa
A Growth & Product Expert with 9 years of experience in revenue diversification, international expansion, SEO, and digital marketing. Passionate about scaling businesses and building global brands, he empowers companies to thrive with his motto, "sharing is caring.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Why do most business courses fail to help real startups?
Most courses focus on theory, not practice. They teach concepts but forget the real-life startup grind. Founders need tools they can use right away – not just textbook ideas.
2. What makes aboveA Academy different from traditional business schools?
aboveA Academy is built by startup people, not professors. Every lesson is made for action. You learn by doing, testing, and building, just like in a real startup.
3. Who is the Academy best for?
It’s perfect for Gen Z founders and creators who want to start, grow, or fix a business. If you like real talk, fast results, and clear steps, this is for you.
4. Do I need a business background to join?
Nope! You don’t need an MBA or a fancy resume. Just come with an open mind and a goal. We’ll guide you through the rest, step by step.