Guided Growth can be adapted for individuals or small groups who would benefit from some extra structure, encouragement, or practical support to move an idea forward.

It can be a good fit for someone who wants to:
• explore an interest and figure out what they can do with it

• build workplace, communication, planning, technology, or leadership skills

• gain experience through a meaningful real-world project
create an activity, presentation, event, resource, product, or community project

• practice working more independently while still having support available

• build experience they can use toward future employment, volunteering, education, entrepreneurship, or community involvement

Guided Growth is a personalized support service that helps people develop ideas, build practical skills, and gain the confidence to move meaningful projects forward.

Rather than completing the work for you, Guided Growth focuses on supporting you through the process. Every project is tailored to the individual, with support that adapts to your goals, interests, and experience.

Assistance can include brainstorming, planning, organization, problem-solving, communication, technology, event development, community involvement, and practical guidance every step of the way.

Helping people build the skills and confidence to bring their own ideas to life.

There doesn't need to be one specific type of Guided Growth project. A project might start with “I really like dinosaurs,” “I want to sell something I've made,” “I'd like to give a presentation,” or “I have an idea for something my community could use.”

From there, we figure out what could realistically be created and what skills can be developed through the process.

• Individual Projects — Develop a personal interest or idea into something tangible while practising useful skills.

• Community Projects — Help plan or create an activity, event, presentation, resource, or experience that can be shared with others.

• Workplace & Team Projects — Develop an activity, resource, event, or project for a business, organization, team, or community group while gaining practical experience.

Start with an idea.
It doesn't need to be completely figured out. We can start with an interest, goal, skill someone wants to practise, or project they would like to try.

Build a realistic plan.
Together, we'll identify the steps, resources, skills, accommodations, and support needed to move forward.

Learn by doing.
Instead of only talking about skills, participants have opportunities to practise them while working toward something real.

Gradually build independence.
Support can change as the project develops.

The goal isn't for Do Good Things Co. to take over the project - it's to provide enough structure and guidance for the participant to increasingly take ownership of their work while feeling supported they're trying new things.

Guided Growth is flexible because different people need different kinds of support.

Do Good Things Co. can provide structure, brainstorming, research support, practical guidance, project planning, troubleshooting, technology assistance, regular check-ins, and help identifying next steps.

Participants remain actively involved in their project and are encouraged to make decisions, solve problems, communicate, and complete tasks at a level appropriate for them.

Where appropriate, completed projects can also provide something tangible to recognize the experience — such as a finished project, portfolio material, community experience, or a letter recognizing their participation and the skills they demonstrated.

Guided Growth is collaborative. Our role is to provide structure, guidance, resources, and practical support while helping participants take increasing ownership of their project.

The amount and type of support can be adjusted along the way. Sometimes that means working closely together; other times it means stepping back, allowing someone to try independently, and being available when they need help.

Hourly rates vary depending on the type of support provided, individual or group participation, and project needs.

We'll discuss pricing with you before getting started.

Services may be eligible for reimbursement through DSO Passport Funding, depending on individual funding and eligible expenses. Receipts are available upon request.

Every person and project is different. Contact us to discuss your needs, goals, or ideas and see whether Guided Growth could be a good fit.