Episodes
Some of the most common questions I get from new course creators is, “How do I record my course? What do you use to record? Do I need slides? So in this quick episode, I wanted to give you the three tools you need to record your course simply so it looks professional but is also efficient. Check out the show notes here: https://www.kristinmaahs.com/blog/91 Ready to create an online course but struggling to get your course put together? Check out The Magic Course Map Find me on Instagram!
Published 06/14/23
Many people market their course based on the solution it provides and then don’t get the kind of sales they want. In this episode I’m going to share with you 4 crucial questions you must have full clarity on before you can launch your course. Check out the show notes here: https://www.kristinmaahs.com/blog/90 Ready to create an online course but struggling to get your course put together? Check out The Magic Course Map Find me on Instagram!
Published 06/07/23
Way back in October 2022 I committed to doing something that I knew would be hard for me to commit to. I knew I had to do it to get over some fears, to hone in on my craft and my messaging and to build some serious momentum in my business. In this episode I’m going to share the details of what happened when I launched my course 7 times in 7 months. Check out shownotes here: https://www.kristinmaahs.com/blog Ready to create an online course but struggling to get your course put together?...
Published 05/31/23
In today's episode, I interview Launch Copywriter & Strategist, Dani Paige. She helps course creators write un-boring launch copy so they can convert more members, and create more impact, with their online programs. She also helps emerging copywriters learn the high-paying skill of launch copy, so they can build thriving online businesses. Check out the shownotes and Dani's info here. Ready to create an online course but struggling to get your course put together? Check out The Magic...
Published 05/24/23
In this episode I'm going to share with you the common mistakes new course creators make.  Check out the show notes here: www.kristinmaahs.com/blog/87 Ready to create an online course but struggling to get your course put together? Check out The Magic Course Map Find me on Instagram!
Published 05/17/23
Allison Hardy is an email funnel strategist who helps coaches and experts enroll more clients into their courses or memberships, on autopilot. Allison is the creator of the 6-Figure Secrets Podcast, a Huffington Post Contributor, has been featured in YFS Magazine, and was named one of Washington, D.C.'s most influential professionals under 40 by Washington Life Magazine. She and her husband Teer, and two kids, nine year old Camden and five year old Nora, live right outside of Washington,...
Published 05/10/23
Choosing a profitable online course topic can be a challenging task, but there are several factors to consider to increase your chances of success. Here are some tips: 1. Identify your expertise 2. Research the demand: Market research is the key to the game (Check out episode 78) 3) Test your idea: Again market research is key 4) Find a gap in the market 5) Evaluate the competition 6) Consider your target audience 7) Plan your course structure Come join the next Course mapping...
Published 05/03/23
Money blocks are negative thoughts or beliefs that prevent individuals from achieving financial success. In this episode you will learn: 7 common types of money blocksHow to identify and address these money blocksWhy you need to overcome these blocks asapYou can find the show notes here: www.shesbuildingadream.com/blog/84 Ready to create an online course but struggling to get your course put together? Check out The Magic Course Map Find me on Instagram!
Published 04/26/23
In this episode you are going to learn: Why you need a community for your course studentsWhat kind of community you needPlaces to host a community online Click here to check out the show notes. Come join the 3 Day Course Mapping Workshop! Ready to create an online course but struggling to get your course put together? Check out The Magic Course Map Find me on Instagram!
Published 04/19/23
When you launch your course you need to be paying attention to certain numbers and metrics. They are the biggest indicator of success.  The numbers should be what drives every decision in your business.  If you don't pay attention to the numbers you will be forced to make decisions based on emotions and that is never good! In this episode you will learn: What numbers you should trackWhat decisions you should make based on the numbersThe biggest metric to track if you are afraid of spending...
Published 04/12/23
In this episode you are going to learn the pros and cons of selling a course before you create the entire thing. You will also learn the 3 things you should do if you plan to sell a course before you have the entire thing created. Check out the show notes for this episode here Come join the 3 Day Course Mapping Workshop! Ready to create an online course but struggling to get your course put together? Check out The Magic Course Map Find me on Instagram!
Published 04/05/23
Have you ever noticed how hard it is to explain something to someone that you have done over and over again?  Maybe you have started to teach your child how to ride a bike and you forgot about the simplest things: when to apply the break, how to go up a hill, how to ride down hill, etc.  When it comes to course creation it can be the same way. When you first start creating a course it can be difficult to remember where you once were.  This happens with anything you have conquered or done over...
Published 03/29/23
Artificial Intelligence is here and it is here to stay. Instead of resisting it or turning your blinders on to it, I want to help you see how you can use it with course creation and how it will help to take the pressure off of you.  You know I’m all about creating an effective course–one that truly gets people results. I don’t think artificial intelligence can replace that.  There is more to creating an effective course than just the actual course content. There are learning strategies and...
Published 03/22/23
In this episode you will learn: Why you might be resisting doing market research5 tips for doing market researchWhere to do market researchYou can find the show notes HERE. Come join the 3 Day Course Mapping Workshop! Ready to create an online course but struggling to get your course put together? Check out The Magic Course Map Find me on Instagram!
Published 03/15/23
Goal setting feels so 'new yearsish'… and while this episode is coming to you a few months into the new year, I think now is a great time to talk about it. Maybe you’re like me… you set one really big goal every single year. People told me to set a good goal, better goal, and best goal. So I did. Year after year. Most times I felt like it was a crazy number I was pulling out of thin air that barely made any sense. I knew it was the goal but I honestly couldn’t really see the finish line. I...
Published 03/08/23
Just like social media and the clothing industry, there are trends in the online marketing world. It can be easy to hop on a trend thinking it’s “the magic ticket” for business growth. The thing is… there is no magic ticket.  Listen in to this episode as I share the pros and cons of each. Come join the 3 Day Course Mapping Workshop! Ready to create an online course but struggling to get your course put together? Check out The Magic Course Map Find me on Instagram!
Published 03/01/23
In this episode I'm interviewing one of my clients Sundiata Ferguson. Sundiata has an incredible story. He migrated to the US in Dec 1994 and went into the army May 1995. Sundiata suffered a traumatic brain injury while on active duty and was then diagnosed with epilepsy PTSD, anxiety & depression. Sundiata has used his trial to impact others as an advocate for veterans rights, adaptive athletes,  individuals living with epilepsy, and in the fight against mental health. He is also a...
Published 12/30/22
Many new course creators are overconfident in their ability to create an effective online course.  In this episode I'm going to share with you the mistakes that people make that lead to them creating an ineffective course.  Here's the proven formula: Student Results ➡️ social proof + testimonials = sales Check out the show notes here. Come join the 3 Day Course Mapping Workshop! Ready to create an online course but struggling to get your course put together? Check out The Magic Course Map ...
Published 11/22/22
One of the biggest questions I get from students is about pricing their course. It can be tricky to think of a price that works well for you, your students, and the market. There are so many factors when it comes to pricing your course.   If something you heard resonated with you, I'd love to hear!  Hop on over to Instagram and tell me what you think! https://www.instagram.com/shesbuildingadream Want to surround yourself with a community of like-minded course creators and receive more free...
Published 10/19/22
It can be intimidating to think of teaching adults about your expertise… many people worry they don’t know enough, aren’t an expert, or won’t get people results. In this episode I’m going to share with you a few key things you can do to make sure your students get results in your courses. In this episode we are going to address adult learning theory as kids and adults learn different, have different attention spans, and different time constraints.  If something you heard resonated with you,...
Published 09/22/22
Many people come to me saying they have purchased several courses for their business… on all sorts of topics… and just can’t seem to get results. There’s a few reasons why people course hop and get shiny object syndrome. Listen in to this episode as I share with you how to prevent yourself from going down the shiny object syndrome rabbit hole.   If something you heard resonated with you, I'd love to hear!  Hop on over to Instagram and tell me what you think!...
Published 09/07/22
If you have been around the online marketing world for awhile and have owned your own business, you know that systems are the key to getting things done. They are the key to consistency and momentum in your business. There are a few systems you need to have in your online course business to help it run smoothly. If something you heard resonated with you, I'd love to hear!  Hop on over to Instagram and tell me what you think! https://www.instagram.com/shesbuildingadream Want to surround...
Published 08/24/22
There’s a few things that hold people up when creating their course, one of them is how to name their course. Many new course creators get hung up on a name. I get it, it’s important for many reasons. Listen in to this episode to hear my tricks for naming your course. If something you heard resonated with you, I'd love to hear!  Hop on over to Instagram and tell me what you think! https://www.instagram.com/shesbuildingadream Want to surround yourself with a community of like-minded course...
Published 08/11/22
Most online course creators are afraid they will create an entire course and have no one actually buy it or worse yet…finish the course. There’s one strategy that is guaranteed to help your students to not only purchase the course, but finish it as well. If something you heard resonated with you, I'd love to hear!  Hop on over to Instagram and tell me what you think! https://www.instagram.com/shesbuildingadream Want to surround yourself with a community of like-minded course creators and...
Published 07/27/22
Many times people believe what makes their course offer irresistible to others is the length of their course, the number of modules, videos, or pdfs in their course. Or they think the name is what makes it irresistible, and even the price.  In this episode we are talking about why the length, name, and even price of your course is not what makes it irresistible.  If something you heard resonated with you, I'd love to hear!  Hop on over to Instagram and tell me what you think!...
Published 07/20/22