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Course WizardsSurprising 2024 Online Learning Trends from the Thinkific ReportIn this episode of the Course Wizards Podcast, hosts Christopher Maselli and Amit Arora discuss the 2024 eLearning trends based on the Thinkific Trends Report. Conversations revolve around five key trends in the online education space, which include utilization of AI in content creation, downloadables as a quick path to monetization, the emergence of all platforms as learning platforms, the shift towards private communities vs social media, and the growth of older generation in the creator economy.00:00 Introduction to the Course Wizards Podcast00:26 Discussing the Thinkific Trends Report02:34 The Impact of AI on Online Edu...2024-01-3121 minCourse WizardsReaction Episode: The TikTok Course Amit Couldn't ResistIn this engaging episode, CourseWizards hosts Amit and Chris provide a reaction piece to a successful TikTok growth course which Amit recently purchased. They analyze the effectiveness of the ad and landing page that caught Amit's attention, its captivating video, successful targeting, social proof, and low price. The hosts discuss how the course creator utilized best practices in course creation and marketing, and how these strategies can be applied by their viewers. They also touch upon the potential of incorporating AI in course creation and marketing. Viewers will take away insights into effective ad structuring, social proof use, competitive...2024-01-2418 minCourse WizardsUnveiling Amit's 2024 Course Creation Tech StackIn this episode of the Course Wizards Podcast, hosts Christopher Maselli and Amit Arora delve into a comprehensive discussion about Amit's preferred tech stack for course creation. Amit shares his insights on his choice of hardware, such as the Shure MV51 mic, the Logitech C920 and Canon M50 cameras, the Godex light, and a budget-friendly lapel mic he uses with his iPhone. He also shares a review of his favorite software tools like Descript, Zendler, System, Thrivecart, Sessions, ChatGPT and Leonardo.ai. This insightful discussion aims to assist others in choosing the right tech stack to enhance their course...2024-01-1718 minCourse WizardsUnveiling Chris' 2024 Course Creation Tech StackIn this episode of the Course Wizards podcast, hosts Amit and Christopher Maselli discuss their 2024 tech stacks, with this episode focusing on Christopher's setup. The conversation delves into specifics about hardware and software, such as Keynote, Canva, Ecamm Live, Descript, and Searchie. They also discuss the integration of Thrivecart and ConvertKit into their tech stacks. The episode explores the novelty and versatility of Descript as a powerful editing tool that enables podcasters and course creators to refine and streamline their creative process. Tune in next week as Amit shares his own tech stack!00:00 Introduction and Casual Conversation2024-01-1015 minCourse WizardsThinkific Announces The Leap for Mobile Course CreationIn this episode of the Course Wizards podcast, Amit and Chris discuss Thinkific's new AI tool called The Leap, which allows content creators to easily build, promote, and sell digital products. They explore the features and functionality of the tool, including its AI-powered content generation capabilities and mobile-optimized e-commerce. Amit even gives a live demo of creating a mini course using The Leap's AI feature. They discuss the potential applications and implications of this new tool for course creators and the future of online learning.Links:5K Course Launch Blueprint Apps for Authors 2023-10-2523 minCourse WizardsData-mining Facebook for Content IdeasIn this episode of the Course Wizards podcast, Amit and Chris dive into the topic of data mining on Facebook to generate ideas for course content and other forms of educational materials. Amit shares his own experience of using audience questions from social media to create blog posts and videos. The hosts provide practical tips and insights on leveraging online communities to gather valuable content ideas for course creators.Links:5K Course Launch Blueprint Apps for Authors Course Launch Secrets Facebook Group New Zenler 2023-10-1815 minCourse WizardsWhy Amit Spent $250k in 5 Minutes!So much has happened over the last week! In this episode of the Course Wizards podcast, Amit and Chris talk about some of this week’s developments including Apple’s Sonoma update for course creators, Searchie drama, and Amit’s new venture!Links:Amit’s land purchase https://boisdarclake.org/Apps for Authors - https://writing.fyi/appsNew Zenler - New Zenler - Invite5K Course Launch Blueprint - $5K Course Launch BlueprintCourse Launch Secrets Facebook Group - Log in or sign up to view2023-06-0720 minCourse WizardsChris Drills Down On Amit's AI Blogging StrategyAmit's AI blogging strategy backfired...but it came with great lessons learned! In this episode of Course Wizards, Amit and Chris talk about blogging with AI, what happened to Amit's blog and his greatest takeaways.Links:Apps for Authors - https://writing.fyi/appsNew Zenler - https://www.newzenler.com/invite/zmnfZZ5K Course Launch Blueprint - https://getnzlr.com/5k-launch-blueprintCourse Launch Secrets Facebook Group - facebook.com/courselaunchsecrets2023-03-2922 minCourse WizardsHow to Setup a Blog Like a Pro in 2023Ready to have a blog in 2023 but don't know where to start? In this episode of the Course Wizards podcast, Amit and Chris discuss several ways you can start a blog and Amit gets a bit technical, revealing a way to install a WordPress blog on a super-affordable server!Links:Apps for Authors - https://writing.fyi/appsNew Zenler - https://www.newzenler.com/invite/zmnfZZ5K Course Launch Blueprint - https://getnzlr.com/5k-launch-blueprintCourse Launch Secrets Facebook Group - facebook.com/courselaunchsecrets2023-02-0826 min
Course WizardsHow to Use ChatGPT for Your Online Course Creation
ChatGPT is awesome! In this episode, Amit shares how he used ChatGPT to create his last online course in one day! Amit and Chris will show you how to create prompts and more to create an outline for your course, create a course sales page, create your sales email, and create a Facebook ad and more.
Links:
Apps for Authors - https://writing.fyi/appsNew Zenler - https://www.newzenler.com/invite/zmnfZZ5K Course Launch Blueprint - https://getnzlr.com/5k-launch-blueprintCourse Launch Secrets Facebook Group - facebook.com/courselaunchsecrets
2023-02-0127 min
Course WizardsHow to Create a Course in a Day (Part 2 of 2)
Is it really possible to create an online course in a day? From planning, to recording, to uploading and writing sales pages, Amit's on a mission to see if it can be done! In this episode of Course Wizards, Amit and Chris discuss his "course in a day" venture, what's at stake, and how you can do it, too.
Links:
Apps for Authors - https://writing.fyi/appsNew Zenler - https://www.newzenler.com/invite/zmnfZZ5K Course Launch Blueprint - https://getnzlr.com/5k-launch-blueprintCourse Launch Secrets Facebook Group - facebook.com/courselaunchsecrets
2023-01-2530 min
Course WizardsAmit's Tech Stack for Course Creation in 2023
Amit and Chris each successfully create courses using different tech stacks. Listen to what works for Amit in 2023 this week.
Links:
Apps for Authors - https://writing.fyi/appsNew Zenler - https://www.newzenler.com/invite/zmnfZZ5K Course Launch Blueprint - https://getnzlr.com/5k-launch-blueprintCourse Launch Secrets Facebook Group - facebook.com/courselaunchsecrets
2023-01-1815 min
Course WizardsHow to Create a Course in a Day (Part 1 of 2)
Is it really possible to create an online course in a day? From planning, to recording, to uploading and writing sales pages, Amit's on a mission to see if it can be done! In this episode of Course Wizards, Amit and Chris discuss his "course in a day" venture, what's at stake, and how you can do it, too.
Links:
Apps for Authors - https://writing.fyi/appsNew Zenler - https://www.newzenler.com/invite/zmnfZZ5K Course Launch Blueprint - https://getnzlr.com/5k-launch-blueprintCourse Launch Secrets Facebook Group - facebook.com/courselaunchsecrets
2022-12-2823 min
Course WizardsAmit's New YouTube Channel EXPLODED
Amit's testing out a new YouTube channel to see how much traffic he can drive to it without ANY promotion. So far, he's killing it. Today on CourseWizards, Chris and Amit discuss his new channel and whats' working best.
Links:
Apps for Authors - https://writing.fyi/appsNew Zenler - https://www.newzenler.com/invite/zmnfZZ5K Course Launch Blueprint - https://getnzlr.com/5k-launch-blueprintCourse Launch Secrets Facebook Group - facebook.com/courselaunchsecrets
2022-12-1422 min
Course WizardsHow AI Image Generators Can Help Your Course Creation
Artificial Intelligence is taking over the world! But before we have a Skynet situation, discover how you can use AI to effectively create unique, custom, non-copywritten images for use on your course website. In this episode of Course Wizards, Amit and Chris discuss how you can use AI image creation and compare two of their favorite services.
Links:
- Apps for Authors - https://writing.fyi/apps
- New Zenler - https://www.newzenler.com/invite/zmnfZZ
- 5K Course Launch Blueprint - https://getnzlr.com/5k-launch-blueprint
2022-09-2825 min
Course WizardsEmail Series: Email Subject Line Tips for Getting Better Open Rates
This week, Amit and Chris start a series of podcasts on Email Series. The topic today is Email Subject Lines for Getting Better Open Rates. If you want to be sure your emails get opened, listen as Amit and Chris discuss some of the best tips they know for maximizing your success.
Links:
Apps for AuthorsNew Zenler5K Course Launch Blueprint
2022-07-1319 min
Course WizardsEmail Series: Email Subject Line Tips for Getting Better Open Rates
This week, Amit and Chris start a series of podcasts on Email Series. The topic today is Email Subject Lines for Getting Better Open Rates. If you want to be sure your emails get opened, listen as Amit and Chris discuss some of the best tips they know for maximizing your success.
Links:
Apps for AuthorsNew Zenler5K Course Launch Blueprint
2022-07-0619 min
Course WizardsHow to Use AI to Supplement Your Writing
How would you like to have a full-time copyrighter on staff whether you need descriptions, social posts, or even full blogs written? With the newest AI-driven apps, you can have just that – and they make course creating and marketing easier than ever. Amit and Chris discuss.
Don't try to do everything yourself! You can hire a virtual assistant; it's easier than you think. In this episode, Amit and Chris talk about how they hire and train VAs.
Links:
Apps for AuthorsNichesssFrasePeppertype
2022-03-3021 min
Course WizardsChris Reviews Amit's Membership Funnel
Amit is creating his membership funnel...and Chris is going to interview him off the cuff! Listen in to see how your membership funnel can be created, too!
Links:
Apps for Authors
2022-03-2330 min
Course WizardsAmit Reviews Chris' Course Funnel
Chris is creating his course funnel...and Amit is going to interview him off the cuff! Listen in to see how your course funnel can be created, too!
Links:
Apps for Authors
2022-03-1632 min
Course WizardsAmit's Tech Stack for Course Creation in 2022
Amit and Chris each successfully create courses using different tech stacks. Listen to what works for Amit this week.
Links:
Apps for AuthorsNew ZenlerThrivecart
2022-01-1213 min
Course WizardsAmit's Favorite LTDs that He Still Uses Every Day
Lifetime deals. We all love them, but what kind of LTDs are the most useful and last the test of time? In this two-part episode, Chris and Amit each share their favorite LTDs, so you can be on the lookout for similar deals.
Links:
Apps for Authors FREE courseSimplifiedSendFoxPicmakerFormlyOnliveActive WebinarSheetChartPabbly ConnectEWWW Image OptimizerSertifierTopicMojoTrafftTypedesk
2021-10-2119 min
Course WizardsHow to grow your Facebook group the right way
Amit and Chris love New Zenler and because of his enthusiasm, Amit has started a Facebook group for those who are launching their courses. They talk about the group and what you can get inside--for free.
2021-07-2816 min
Course WizardsYou won't believe we're calling this a lead magnet
Want to create a website? It's not as expensive as you think. Amit and Chris discuss how you can build a website for in 2021--without much trouble at all.
Links mentioned in this episode:
ZZ Templates Club
6 Reasons Why We Love New Zenler
12 More Reasons Why We Love New Zenler
Get New Zenler through our link and claim 10 amazing bonuses
2021-05-1913 min
Course WizardsHow expensive is it to create a website in 2021
Want to create a website? It's not as expensive as you think. Amit and Chris discuss how you can build a website for in 2021--without much trouble at all.
2021-05-1214 min
Course WizardsTools we use to create our Podcast
As a course creator, you may quickly find your users want to hear from you more often--and a great way to help them is through a regular podcast. In this episode, Amit and Chris talk about the tools they use to create the CourseWizards podcast and how a podcast can help you reach your audience.
2021-05-0510 min
Course WizardsLast 5 software deals Amit bought, and why?
There are a LOT of app deals out there. Here are the last 5 Amit bought and why they help him in course creation.
2021-04-2112 min
Course Wizards12 MORE Reasons You Should Switch To New Zenler NOW
Is New Zenler really the BEST course teaching platform available today? Amit and Chris think so. Here's 9 MORE reasons why.
2021-04-1419 min
Course Wizards6 Reasons You Should Switch To New Zenler NOW
Is New Zenler really the BEST course teaching platform available today? Amit and Chris think so. Here's 6 reasons why.
Episode sponsor: ZnlrNinjas.com
2021-04-0719 min
Course WizardsHow many courses should you create?
How many courses should you create? One? A hundred? What's the best bang for your buck? Amit and Chris discuss this and more in your favorite podcast, Course Wizards!
2021-03-3111 min
Course WizardsHow to publish a book to promote your online course
You can have more than an online course...you can write an book. Writing a book is easier than you think--especially since you already have the content. Join Amit and Chris as they discuss how you can be an author.
2021-03-2417 min
Course WizardsShould you create a YouTube channel for your course?
Should you create a YouTube channel for your course...and if so, why? Amit and Chris discuss how you can take your course marketing to the next level--for free--by establishing a good presence on YouTube.
2021-03-1715 min
Course WizardsHow to Become a Course Affiliate, the Right Way!
As a course creator, it's smart to become an affiliate of products online. Amit and Chris discuss the right way to become an affiliate and promote a product.
2021-03-1012 min
Course WizardsShould You Create A Course On Existing Topics?
There are a LOT of courses online. Is it all right to create a course similar to what someone else has? How can you make it different? Amit and Chris discuss.
2021-03-0313 min
Course WizardsAmit's Tech Stack for His Upcoming Course Launch
Amit's got a course launch coming! Last week Amit and Chris talked about his strategies. This week he'll share the exact technology he's using to make his launch successful.
2021-02-2412 min
Course WizardsCourse pre-launch strategies from course experts
Amit's got a course launch coming up. In this episode, he and Chris discuss his launch strategies from the brainstorming stage to execution.
Here's a link to Amit's course launch strategy.
2021-02-1819 min
Course WizardsShould you blog about your online course?
Is a course enough, or do you need a blog, too? Amit and Chris discuss how and why you may want to complement your course with a blog (or not!).
Sign-up for New Zenler today and get 10 amazing bonuses. Use our personal signup link to redeem your bonuses.
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2021-02-1015 min
Course WizardsSomeone Stole Your Course Idea. Now What?
You have a unique course online...and someone just copied it. Now what do you do? Amit and Chris discuss how you can ensure you keep getting and retaining customers.
2021-02-0309 min
Course WizardsHow to Sell Courses By Speaking Your Customer's Language
There's no better way to make a customer feel like you have something to offer than by speaking their language. Amit and Chris discuss the best ways to ensure you're training in such a way that your customer is thrilled with the result.
2021-01-2712 min
Course WizardsSpeaking Your Customer's Language
There's no better way to make a customer feel like you have something to offer than by speaking their language. Amit and Chris discuss the best ways to ensure you're training in such a way that your customer is thrilled with the result.
2021-01-2012 min
Course WizardsHow to Create an Online Course from Scratch in 2021
Ready to create your online course? It's time! Amit and Chris discuss the bare minimum, main steps needed to create your course from scratch.
2021-01-1311 min
Course WizardsCourse Platform Outlook for 2021
Where are course platforms headed in 2021? Amit and Chris discuss what they see on the horizon and how you can be ready with your course.
2021-01-0612 min
Course WizardsChristmas Wishlist & New Year Message
Christmas is coming--what's on Amit and Chris' wishlist? Their answers may surprise you!
2020-12-3012 min
Course WizardsCourses That Make Great Last Minute Christmas Gifts
Need a last-minute Christmas gift? Here are some courses Chris and Amit recommend.
2020-12-2310 min
Course WizardsAmit's End-of-the-Year Tech Stack
What software is Amit currently using? Amit and Chris discuss what he's using today on Course Wizards!
2020-12-1608 min
Course WizardsChris' End-of-the-Year Tech Stack
What software is Chris currently using? Amit and Chris discuss what he's using today on Course Wizards!
2020-12-1007 min
Course WizardsHow to Connect Your Digital Information Across Platforms
Do you ever wish all your contacts were in one place--or every place? In this episode, Amit and Chris talk about services that can make that happen for course creators, including Zapier, Pabbly and others.
2020-12-0221 min
Course WizardsHow to add courses to product sales
Courses aren't just for selling alone. Sometimes courses are great additions to another product you sell. Amit and Chris discuss how can bring clarity and understanding--and decrease support needs.
2020-11-1111 min
Course WizardsHow to Come Up With Ideas for Email Sequences
The only thing better than a good email list is the ability to provide consistent value to them. Amit and Chris discuss great ways to come up with ideas for your email sequences.
2020-11-0417 min
Course WizardsHow to replace anything on AppSumo with a free alternatives
Want to buy AppSumo deals but don't want to break the bank? Amit and Chris talk about current FREE alternatives to Appsumo deals so you can build your courses on the cheap.
2020-10-2811 min
Course WizardsHow to use chatbots to enhance your online course
Chatbots are all the rage. Amit and Chris discuss what chatbots are, how they work, and how they can enhance your online courses.
2020-10-2115 min
Course WizardsEp.58: How to sell a membership without having any content
Can you actually sell a membership to your site without having any content? Yes! In today's episode, Amit and Chris discuss how to do exactly that...with finesse.
Check out the membership site at https://fcu.newzenler.com
2020-10-1519 min
Course WizardsHow to fix your funnel
Chris has a new marketing funnel but isn't getting any sales. In this episode, Amit and Chris look at his complete funnel and discuss what's missing and what needs to happen next.
Watch the video episode here
https://youtu.be/J36zJV4Zxzs
2020-10-0716 min
Course WizardsA Clever Way to Increase Your Course Value
Everyone loves a good deal. In this episode, Amit and Chris discuss an easy way to give your course a tremendous amount of added value--that most people never even consider.
2020-09-3015 min
Course WizardsHow to Get Stuff DONE!
We're all short on time. How do you manage your time so you get stuff DONE?! Amit and Chris discuss the methods they find most effective for knocking productivity out of the ballpark every time.
Links mentioned in the episode
Freedom JournalTimeular
2020-09-2316 min
Course WizardsHow to Soar Your Sales with Cross sells, Upsells and Downsells
When marketing your online course, don't settle for only offering your course itself. Amit and Chris talk about how upsells and downsells work--and why you should use them every time.
2020-09-1614 min
Course WizardsHow to ethically steal any websites tech stack
Sometimes when you're wanting to duplicate the success of another website, it helps to know what the creator used to create all they've done. Amit and Chris discuss no-so-well-known ways to see what a website is using so you can build on their success.
2020-09-0914 min
Course WizardsSubscription Services Worth Paying For
Don't think people will pay for recurring prices on your courses? Think again. When you find value in something, you'll pay for it. Amit and Chris discuss some of the services they find it worth paying for to support their online teaching courses.
2020-09-0315 min
Course WizardsHow to Use Video to Respond to Your Followers
Video has taken over the Internet, from YouTube and TikTok to Facebook and LinkedIn Live. Amit and Chris discuss the way they like to use video to respond to their followers, and the platforms for doing so.
2020-08-1915 min
Course WizardsTo Excel or not to excel?
A question from a listener! What happens when you outgrow Excel as a way to keep all your contacts in place? Amit and Chris discuss their favorite CRM platforms.
2020-08-1317 min
Course WizardsThe Essentials To Achieving Work/Life Balance As An Entrepreneur
We're all busy--and finding work/life balance, especially when you're working on a side hustle, can be a real challenge. In this episode, Amit and Chris discuss how they juggle the balance between work and life while building their online courses.
2020-08-0616 min
Course WizardsHow to use affiliates to market & promote your course
There are a LOT of ways to market your course--but none may be better than Affiliate marketing. By making your course available to affiliates, they'll do the work for you! Amit and Chris talk about the best techniques they've seen.
2020-07-2915 min
Course WizardsWays To Increase Your Course Completion Rates
How do you get your students to complete a course they started? How do you keep them motivated as they work their way through? Amit and Chris discuss their favorite techniques.
2020-07-2215 min
Course WizardsTo Domain Or To Subdomain?
Is it better to create your school on a subdomain of your website, or buy a domain just for your school? Which is better for SEO and branding? Amit and Chris discuss their thoughts on this recent listener-submitted question.
2020-07-1509 min
Course WizardsMarketing Funnel: Trip Wire
When building your marketing funnel, after your Lead Magnet comes your Trip Wire. Amit and Chris present Trip Wire ideas for your course's success.
2020-07-0913 min
Course WizardsWhere to Purchase Domain Names & Domain Name Ideas
Getting a good domain name is essential for people to find your course. Amit and Chris discuss where to purchase domain names and how to find good domain name ideas.
2020-07-0715 min
Course WizardsHow To Create An Impact By Repurposing Content
Just because you've got one piece of good content doesn't mean you're finished! Amit and Chris discuss how one good piece of content can be repurposed to create a smashing impact online and off.
2020-07-0215 min
Course WizardsHow To Become An Authority In Your Niche
You've created your course, but what if people don't know who you are? Who's going to buy a course by an unknown? Amit and Chris discuss how to become an authority in your niche to give yourself the credibility you need.
2020-06-3016 min
Course WizardsWhat Should I Charge For My Online Course?
Nothing can be quite as perplexing for course creators as deciding what they should charge. Amit and Chris talk about how to confidently figure out whether you're charging too much, too little--or just right.
The Psychology of 7’s
2020-06-2514 min
Course WizardsWhat to Look for in an Email Marketing Platform
As a course creator, you need a strong email marketing platform to follow up and engage your followers. Amit and Chris talk about what to look for in any program you subscribe to.
Links:
MailchimpActiveCampaignActiveCampaign MarketplaceGetGistMoosendMailerliteNew ZenlerEpisode 16 - What to Include in an Email Indoctrination SeriesEpisode 37 - What to Include in an Email Engagement Series
2020-06-2317 min
Course WizardsHow to Talk Confidently in Front of a Camera
When you're creating an online course, talking in front of a camera can be one of the most nerve-wracking experiences for teachers. Amit and Chris share how to build your confidence and look like a pro.
2020-06-1813 min
Course WizardsWhat To Include In An Email Engagement Series
Once you've got someone on your email list, your next goal should be to engage them, ultimately leading to a sale. Amit and Chris talk about what to include in your engagement series for maximum effect.
Links mentioned in this episode:
Episode 16 - Indoctrination Series
Auto-Responder Madness
Neil Patel & Eric Siu Podcast
Soap Opera Email Sequence
Seinfield Email Sequence
Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion
2020-06-1717 min
Course WizardsOur Favorite Podcasts--for Courses and More!
Everyone loves podcasts. Amit and Chris share their favorite podcasts for enhancing your online course creation.
LimetownHardcore HistoryThe NewsworthyMarketing SchoolSmart Passive IncomeAmy PorterfieldNathan Latka - The TopPolitico NerdcastSelf Publishing PodcastHoly PostKeeping the HappyJames Altucher ShowSeth Godin - AkimboPerpetual TrafficPod Save America
2020-06-1111 min
Course WizardsHow to Skyrocket Your Twitter Followers
Have only a few followers on Twitter? Amit and Chris talk about how to skyrocket your Twitter followers so you can promote your course to your followers.
Links:
Writing Momentum Twitter AccountTweepyHashtagifySocialBeeJustin Timberlake & Jimmy Fallon SNL Hashtag
2020-06-1014 min
Course WizardsHow to Design a Check-out Cart that Converts
When you're selling a course, it's imperative that you don't lose sales in the checkout process. Amit and Chris discuss what to look for to make sure your cart works great!
Links:
Thrive CartZero to Course Herowritingmomentum.comGuest the test
2020-06-0416 min
Course WizardsFiverr vs Upwork vs a Personal VA
Using Virtual Assistants is vital for course creators. In this episode, Amit and Chris talk about their favorite ways to hire VAs: through Fiverr, Upwork and paying a VA directly.
Links:
FiverrUpworkOnlinejobs.ph
2020-06-0219 min
Course WizardsWhy We Love New Zenler as a Course Platform
Chris and Amit talk a lot about New Zenler, their favorite course platform. In this session, they dig into it and explain why it's their top choice above all the rest.
Links:
WordpressThinkificTeachableDeadline funnelsMailchimpActivecampaignConvertkitMoosendAmazon SESSimplesendThrive themesKajabiClickfunnelsAmazon cloudfrontBigmakerZoomAppsumoInvantoNew Zenler/Bonus
2020-05-2822 min
Course WizardsHow to Offer Online Certifications--and Why You Should
What are certifications and can they add value to your online course? Amit and Chris discuss why they like certifications and how you can use them to take your course to the next level.
Links:
Digital MarketerHubspotAccredibleThinkificTeachableNew ZenlerSimply piano
2020-05-2617 min
Course WizardsOne Time Purchase vs Subscription Pricing
Should you make your courses a one-time purchase or pricing by subscription? Amit and Chris discuss the pros and cons of each.
Links:
New ZenlerMighty networksSlackDiscordFilmoraNotion.soTrello Strelloids-Trello on StrelloidsAirtableEvernote
2020-05-2117 min
Course WizardsHow to Provide Value with Bonuses
If you want to get your course to really take off, give them an offer they can't refuse! Amit and Chris discuss how adding bonuses can make your great deal stellar and even build your community in the process.
Links:
Day OneNew ZenlerCourse Wizards
2020-05-1913 min
Course WizardsHow We're Using Lead Magnets Today
In episode 12, we talked about coming up with Lead Magnets. Today Amit and Chris share what lead magnets each of them use, to help you spark your own ideas.
Links:
Writingmomentum.com/getnoticedWritingmomentum.com/mysteryWritingmomentum.com/focusmateClickfunnelsThrive ThemesCourse Wizards
2020-05-1416 min
Course WizardsHow to Offer a Money Back Guarantee--without Losing Money
Should you add a money back guarantee to your online course? Amit and Chris discuss how to offer a guarantee that makes your course more appealing--without losing your shirt.
Links:
Amy Porterfield refund policyNewZenlerTeachableThinkificZoomKindle OasisCourse Wizardsletsrockthehotel.com/RefundPolicy
2020-05-1216 min
Course WizardsHow to Keep Negative Comments from Affecting You
No one likes negative comments! But if you're online, you'll probably get some. Here's how Chris and Amit deal with negative comments--and turn them around.
Links:
TripAdvisorNew ZenlerCanvaYOINKEternalstorms.atCoursewizards.com
2020-05-0714 min
Course WizardsShould You Presell an Online Course?
Should you offer a course you haven't created yet? The answer may surprise you. Chris and Amit discuss the pros and cons of pre-selling your teaching.
CourseWizardsNewZenlerMoosendFollowupthen
2020-05-0511 min
Course WizardsThe 5 Must Have Chrome Extensions for Course Creators - Part 1
This is a 2 part series of our must have chrome extensions. In part 1 - Amit will tell us his go to Chrome Extensions.
Links mentioned in this episode:
Whatfont
ColorPick Eyedropper
Loom for Chrome
Clapboard - Screen Video Recorder
AppSumo
Cluster - Window & Tab Manager
BRAVE Browser
Folding@home
Facebook Pixel Helper
2020-04-2814 min
Course WizardsHow to Protect Your Course from Being Pirated
Should you worry about your course being pirated? How do you protect yourself? Amit and Chris discuss the techniques they use to keep their intellectual property protected online.
Links:
CoursewizardsNewzenlerMighty NetworksVimeoWriting MomentumBonjoroZapier
2020-04-2113 min
Course WizardsHow to Work Remotely
Amit and Chris discuss how to work from a remote location--and how GREAT creating your own online course can be for supplemental income...or even your main income.
Links:
CoursewizardsAmazonEbayYoutubeFilmoraSlackZoomLive WebinarNewZenlerFocusmateThinkificClickfunnelsMailchimp
2020-04-1615 min
Course WizardsFree Online School Platforms
There are SO many ways to get your course online--including many FREE options! Amit and Chris discuss what you should expect when choosing a free option, and their favorites.
Links:
UdemyThinkificTeachableKajabiPodiaNewzenlerWordpressManychatMailchimpMailerliteStart.meCoursewizards
2020-04-0713 min
Course WizardsTools for Surveying Your Audience
There's no better way to know what course to produce next than by asking your current students. Amit and Chris discuss the tools they recommend for surveying your audience.
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2020-03-2616 min
Course WizardsHow to Use Social Media to Point People to Your Course
One of the most effective mediums for gaining new students for your online course is by using social media. Amit and Chris discuss techniques that work.
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2020-03-2424 min
Course WizardsWhat's Your Current A/V Setup?
Need good tools for creating your online course? Here's what Amit and Chris are currently using.
Links:
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2020-03-1917 min
Course WizardsWhat You MUST Include on Your Sales Page
Before someone signs up for your online course, they're going to see your sales page. Here are the most important things Amit and Chris believe you must include on your sales page--every time.
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ClickFunnelshttps://expertsecrets.com/facebookSmashRunCloudflareWarp
2020-03-1220 min
Course WizardsMarketing Tactics that are Working for Us Today
There are SO many marketing tactics you can do...but here are the ones that are working in REAL LIFE for Amit and Chris!
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2020-03-1019 min
Course WizardsHow to Collect Leads for Your Online Course
Once you have a course, you need to get people to find it! Here's how Amit and Chris collect leads--and how you can, too.
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Writing Momentumhttps://coursewizards.com/amit/YouTubeUdemySalesforceSocialBeeStencilMeetupRestreamFacebookCoursewizardsNewZenlerAmazonTwitterEbay
2020-02-2521 min
Course WizardsHow to Find a Virtual Assistant For Your Online Course
When you're creating an online course, you don't have to go it alone! Amit and Chris share how to find a virtual assistant and work with them to get your course created on a regular basis.
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2020-02-2018 min
Course WizardsHow to Find GREAT Content Ideas For Your Online Course
When you're teaching online, one of your greatest assets is knowledge--and finding just the right content to teach doesn't have to be a challenge. In this episode, Amit and Chris discuss their favorite places to find great content for any subject.
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Coursewizards.comWritingmomentum.comTeachable.comfacebook.com/writingmomentumtwitter.com/writingmomentuminstagram.com/writingmomentumyoutube.com/writingmomentumTweetDeckNewZenlerSalesforceAmazon KindleYour Amazon Kindle NotesQuora.comEvernote.comReddit.comKeywords everywhereWordpress.comRank Math SEOYoast SEOAppsumoMailchimpGetgistMoosend
2020-02-1816 min
Course WizardsWhat Tools We Use to Create Courses
There are a LOT of tools out there when it comes to course creation. Amit and Chris share their absolute favorites for every budget so you can start teaching online today!
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WritingMomentum.comSlalom.comSalesforce.comSfdcmastery.comBlue Snowball MicBlue Yeti MicWondershare.comScreencast-o-matic.comCamtasiaLogitech C930ECanon G9XLogitech C922XLogitech C920Neilpatel.comPrivy.comLetgo.comFacebook.comLetsrockthehotel.comDeadlinefunnels.comGraphicriver.nethttps://app.useinfluence.co/Useproof.comGoogle AnalyticsFacebook PixelNewzenler.comTeachable.comThinkific.comScanner ProMicrosoft LensAdobe ScanEvernoteOneNoteCourseWizards.com
2020-02-1616 min
Course WizardsWhat Is A Marketing Funnel And How Does it Work?
When you start teaching online, there's no better way to start gaining students than by building a marketing funnel. Amit and Chris share how a solid marketing funnel works, no matter what you're teaching.
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WritingMomentum.comSalesforce.comMedium.com Wordpress.comVellum.pubOtter.aibarnesandnoble.comAmazon Kindlefacebook.comcoursewizards.com
2020-02-1413 min
Course WizardsThe Best Screen Recording Software For Publishing Your Online Course
Ready to record your online course, but don't know what recording software to use? Amit and Chris share their favorites--including budget and free options that'll help you get started today!
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Screenflow: Telestream.netCamtasia: Techsmith.comWondershare.comScreencast-o-matic.comLoom.comRakuten Chrome Extension
2020-02-1312 min
Course WizardsWhat to Expect from Our Podcast
If you're just meeting the Course Wizards, this premiere episode introduces you to Amit and Chris as they share their vision to help anyone teach anything online!
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2020-02-1310 min