Digital Course Creation Simplified: Answers to Your Biggest Questions
Aug 30, 2024
Are you ready to create your first digital course but feeling a bit overwhelmed by the process? You’re not alone. During a recent live Q&A session, I tackled some of the most common questions about digital course creation, from choosing the right topic to overcoming the fear of competition. Below, you’ll find a recap of the key questions I answered, along with a list of resources that can help you kickstart your course creation journey.
Questions Answered in This Q&A Session:
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How do you figure out what idea to turn into a course?
- Finding the right course idea can feel daunting, especially with so many options available. I shared strategies for narrowing down your ideas by considering what you're passionate about, what you're knowledgeable in, and what your audience needs. I also recommended using ChatGPT as a brainstorming tool to help refine your course concept.
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How do you pick a niche that isn’t already saturated?
- The fear of competition can be paralyzing, but I explained why saturation isn’t necessarily a bad thing. I encouraged participants to focus on their unique strengths and perspectives, which will naturally differentiate their courses from others in the market.
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What’s the cheapest platform to use initially?
- I discussed the importance of choosing a platform that aligns with your long-term goals rather than just focusing on cost. I shared my experience with Kajabi, but also highlighted more affordable options like ConvertKit for those just starting out.
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Should you sell your course before you create it?
- This is a common question for many course creators. I talked about the benefits of selling a course before creating it, especially if you prefer teaching live. I also explained how a Founders Member Launch can help validate your course idea and generate revenue upfront.
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How do you deal with the overwhelm of course creation?
- Overwhelm often stems from the fear of making the wrong decisions. I offered tips on how to prioritize tasks, make decisions more easily, and break the process down into manageable steps.
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What should you focus on when marketing your course?
- Marketing is essential for course success, but it doesn’t have to be complicated. I shared my own journey of starting with a single traffic source and how I expanded from there. I also discussed the importance of building authority through consistent, high-quality content.
Tools, Resources, Programs, and Links Shared:
Free Resources:
Get Amy's Free Guide: Surprisingly Simple Ways to Turn Your Knowledge Into a Digital Course
Podcast Episodes:
🎧 Brainstorm Your Course Idea with AI and ChatGPT
🎧 How to Create an Online Course with Kajabi
Recommended Tools:
All-In-One Business Platform: Kajabi
A robust all-in-one platform for course creation, marketing, and delivery. Sign up through my link to get a 30-day free trial.
Email Service Provider: ConvertKit
Resource: A free email service provider that allows you to build an email list and create landing pages with a Buy Now button.
Video Editing Tool: Descript
A powerful tool for editing videos and podcasts by text, making it easy to clean up your recordings.
Recommended Programs:
Amy Porterfield’s Course Confident Bootcamp
Join this bootcamp to gain clarity on your course idea and get support from both Amy Porterfield and myself. As a bonus, you’ll receive an exclusive invitation to my Course Clarity Q&A session.
Open just once a year, Digital Course Academy is the only implementation program of its kind that not only shows you exactly how to create your digital course like a pro — but how to market your course in a way that ethically (and authentically) enrolls more students than you ever thought possible every time you deliver it.
Get ongoing support, monthly masterclasses, tech tutorials, templates, and access to a community of like-minded course creators.
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