Welcome to BDA One

Practical and engaging online Business Development programmes, to help you build stronger client relationships, win more high-value work and grow with confidence.

BDA One is an exciting new product from The Business Development Academy (BDA).  Designed by The Results Consultancy, the learning brings decades of experience in winning new business, client growth strategies, negotiation, and networking into an accessible online learning hub.

What sets the BDA One apart? We focus on fast, on-demand learning (only 15 mins daily) that can be done anytime and anywhere. We provide bite-size learning that gives you practical tools to put into use straight away.

Or go in deep and get involved with the additional recommended exercises.

Plus, your progress is tracked so you can credit towards your Continuing Professional Development (CPD). 


What's inside?

BDA One is structured around focused Learning Paths - step-by-step learning journeys that build your confidence and BD skills in just 15 minutes a day.

Our experts have curated 10 learning paths to help you navigate professional problems with ease. 

With a focus on:

- Networking

- Winning New Business

- Pitching

- Developing Profitable Relationships

- Maximising Personal Potential

These learning paths are step-by-step journeys, designed to guide you through our content in a logical, structued way. Ensuring you have the resources to enhance your personal development, at your own pace.

Below is an example of our 'Mastering Networking' learning path.


Monthly Webinars

As a BDA One member you will also have access to our webinar library and invitation to our monthly webinars, hosted by experts from The Results Consultancy.

Why 15 minutes a day works...

This isn’t theory. It’s science. 

Learning in short, consistent bursts taps into the spacing effect - a cognitive principle proven over 100+ years to dramatically improve long-term retention. 

Instead of cramming and forgetting, you build knowledge that sticks.

The Evidence

  • Hundreds of studies show spaced learning outperforms traditional methods 
  • A meta-analysis of 300+ studies confirms higher retention and recall 
  • Learners using spaced repetition outperform the majority of crammers 
  • Short, repeated sessions strengthen memory and slow forgetting


What this means for you

  • You remember more 
  • You apply knowledge faster 
  • You build commercial confidence daily 
  • You improve without needing hours


The BDA One Difference

Most training is overwhelming, time-heavy, and forgettable. 

BDA One is built for how your brain actually learns: 

15 minutes a day. Every day. Compounding results.

Who is BDA One for?


What our customers are saying...

“I came out of my training contract technically strong… but commercially lost. No one really teaches you how to think like a lawyer clients actually value. BDA One made it all come together. 15 minutes a day felt manageable, but the impact grew quickly. I’m more confident speaking to clients, and partners have noticed.”

Suzi ~ Newly Qualified Solicitor – Magic Circle Firm

“I was winging it and hoping for the best - you’re expected to just ‘pick up’ business development, but no one explains it. BDA One broke it down into something practical and actually usable. It’s now part of my daily tube ride - short, sharp, and actually useful. I wish I’d had this from day one.”

Abdul ~ Trainee Solicitor – Magic Circle Firm (Abdul)

“I used to feel completely out of my depth with clients. Everyone else seemed to ‘get it’. BDA One gave me structure and clarity on what I should be doing - without overwhelming me. The 15-minute format fits around the long days, and I’ve already started contributing more confidently in meetings and spotting opportunities.”

Laura ~ Paralegal – International Law Firm

Pricing

Want to sharpen a specific skill? Purchase individual learning paths for just £99 p/year (Incl. VAT).

Want it all? Access our full library for only £15 p/month or why not get two months of free learning by paying annually at £150! (Incl. VAT).