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Welcome to the Build Your Own Business (BYOB) Community - a dynamic network designed to help business owners thrive. Created by Social Star and led by Andrew Ford, BYOB is more than just a business club. It’s a powerful platform where entrepreneurs connect, collaborate, and grow.

Why join the Community?

Build valuable connections with like-minded entrepreneurs and business owners.

Gain referrals and collaboration opportunities to help grow your business

Access expert advice from seasoned professionals and senior consultants

Participate in exclusive events like Showcase days, offsite planning sessions, and networking activities

Stay accountable with mentorship and project support

Weekly meetings with Andrew Ford and Community Members

Access a growing knowledge database full of business advice and resources

Who's This Perfect For

BUSINESS OWNERS

medical professionals

Accountants

CONSULTANTS

CORPORATE ESCAPEES

COACHES

FINANCIAL SERVICES

LAWYERS

startup founders

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Associate Membership

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Get exclusive invitations to Showcase Days, social activities & networking events
Join an active WhatsApp group of like-minded entrepreneurs
Access a growing knowledge database of business advices and resources
Community support for goals and accountability

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TESTIMONIALS

What others are saying

Sunayna Odhavji - Founder of SunnySpeak

"I always dreamed of being my own boss but didn’t know where to start. When I learned about BYOB from Andrew Ford, I knew it was exactly what I needed. The program’s step-by-step structure made starting my business feel achievable. It wasn’t just a quick fix—it gave me the confidence to turn my passion for speech therapy into a successful business."

Simon Lewis - Founder of XIG Recruitment

"I've gained so much from this course. It helped me identify key gaps in my knowledge around marketing and business development. The structure was fantastic, combining the book, course materials, and coaching calls, which kept me accountable and focused. Andrew’s real-world experience was a huge benefit. I’d absolutely recommend this course—it gives you everything you need to confidently launch and run a business."

Warren Davies - Founder of The Unbreakable Farmer

“As a keynote speaker, I knew I had the passion and expertise, but I needed help turning that into a thriving business. This course was exactly what I needed! It helped me refine my personal brand, craft a compelling message, and develop strategies to book high-profile speaking engagements.”

BYOB Resources

BYOB PODCAST - SEASON 1

In the Build Your Own Business podcast, Andrew interviews everyday business people who have escaped corporate to run a business they love. What worked, what didn't and the nitty gritty details of how to overcome the challenges of running a start up and thrive in your business and life.

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BYOB PODCAST - SEASON 2

Build Your Own Business is back! Fresh with more business owners sharing their hard won knowledge of escaping corporate and running a start-up. With a mix of chats with colleagues, friends, mentors and clients to provide a variety of advice. Get strapped in for another season full of inspiring stories from real business owners.

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"Creating a Powerful Business" - Andrew Ford

Take a deep dive into Andrew’s second book ‘Creating a Powerful Business’, as he reveals the secrets to his e-ttraction methodology that has helped hundreds of people to start, grow and exit their businesses. It contains many examples and practical stories bringing the method to life to enable you to apply it for yourself.

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Andrew Ford

Founder and Coach of Build Your Own Business

'I have dedicated 15 years to developing the e-ttraction method to help passionate people to build their own business so they can find freedom of time and money through entrepreneurship.'

- Andrew Ford

Andrew Ford is the Founder and Lead Digital Marketing Consultant at Social Star. With an undergraduate degree in Marketing and Master’s degree in Entrepreneurship, Andrew has the formal qualifications to match his experience.

With a natural gift for reading people and years experience running marketing campaigns at global corporations, Andrew made a pivotal decision to transition from a comfortable corporate career to pursue entrepreneurship and prioritise time with my kids. Now he help others in similar circumstances uncover their purpose and establish businesses that are both fulfilling and prosperous.

Andrew will share his unique methodology for creating a business that works in the Build Your Own Business Program.