The Art of Online Course Creation

Shannon Boyer

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Welcome to The Art of Online Course Creation, the go-to podcast for entrepreneurs who are looking to transfer their expertise into a high-quality online course. If you're passionate about helping others achieve their goals and committed to creating a digital course that delivers real results, you're in the right place.
Your host, Shannon Boyer, combines her Masters Degree in Education with her 20+ years of experience as an award-winning curriculum and course designer to break down high-level pedagogy into clear and actionable methods and strategies.
In each episode, Shannon cuts through the online marketing noise to give you the proven frameworks behind creating a digital course that transforms lives and highlights your authority.
Whether you already have an online course or are planning to create one, this podcast is tailored for you.
Subscribe now to The Art of Online Course Creation and start your journey to building a successful, sustainable, and scalable online course.

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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best The Art of Online Course Creation episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to The Art of Online Course Creation for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite The Art of Online Course Creation episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

Is Creating an Online Course Right for Your Business?

The Art of Online Course Creation

08/06/24 • 21 min

In this episode of "The Art of Course Creation," we tackle the critical question: "Is Creating an Online Course Right for Your Business?"
We delve into six key considerations, including alignment with your business’s mission and values, selecting the right course type, choosing a valuable topic, setting realistic revenue expectations, and understanding the effort required for success.
I provide practical advice and real-world examples to help you make an informed decision about integrating an online course into your business strategy.
Tune in to discover if creating an online course is the next step for you and how to ensure its success!
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Trailer - Welcome to The Art of Online Course Creation!

The Art of Online Course Creation

08/04/24 • 16 min

Welcome to The Art of Online Course Creation - the podcast where we talk (like no one else does) about how to create a successful, scalable, and sustainable online course.
In this episode you'll learn:
- What the podcast is all about and why you want to make sure you don't miss a single episode,
- How the podcast will help you create amazingly successful online courses,
- Why the podcast is called "The Art" of Online Course Creation,
- A bit more about your host, Shannon Boyer.
You will find this episode both informative and inspiring. Let's get started!

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Why High-Touch, High-Quality, High-Impact Courses BOOST Success

The Art of Online Course Creation

08/13/24 • 17 min

In this episode, we're diving into the three pillars of online course success: creating high-touch, high-quality, and high-impact courses. Contrary to the popular belief that online courses should be passive income generators, we're exploring why a more engaged, hands-on approach can lead to greater student satisfaction and long-term success.

Discover the benefits of offering interactive, personalized courses that truly transform students' lives. Learn why high-touch courses, with live sessions and personalized feedback, stand out in a crowded market. Understand how high-quality content can justify higher prices and attract serious, committed students.

Ready to rethink your approach to online courses? Tune in and find out why high-touch, high-quality, and high-impact courses might be the game-changer your business needs.

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Top Insights from Veteran Course Creator Teri Holland: Must-Know Lessons for Online Success

The Art of Online Course Creation

10/08/24 • 29 min

In this episode of The Art of Online Course Creation, Shannon Boyer welcomes Teri Holland, a seasoned course creator and podcast coach. With a background in Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) and hypnotherapy, Teri has successfully transitioned from live in-person trainings to online courses. She shares her valuable insights from over a decade of experience, discussing the power of staying personally involved in your courses, experimenting with formats, and the importance of persistence.

Teri candidly talks about her journey, including the challenges she faced when she removed herself from her podcast training course, only to find her students struggling to take action. Realizing that personal support was a key element, she revamped the course, introduced a five-day challenge, and saw impressive results.

Key topics covered:

Teri’s Shift to Online Courses: How personal health challenges and COVID-19 led to Teri moving her live trainings online and why she decided to stick with it.
The Importance of Involvement: Why Teri decided to reintegrate herself into her courses after finding that students weren’t taking action in her evergreen, self-paced programs.
Why Short Challenges Work: How Teri structured her five-day podcasting challenge for rapid results, ensuring students don’t get stuck in perfectionism.
Building Relationships: The importance of following up with students, nurturing relationships, and how it leads to both personal fulfillment and business growth.
Launching vs. Selling: Teri’s candid thoughts on her “imperfect” approach to launching courses and why organic marketing and leveraging other people’s audiences has worked for her.
Course Experimentation and Burnout Prevention: The need for course creators to experiment with formats, analyze results, and pivot when necessary
Advice for New Course Creators: Teri’s advice to "just start" and allow room for growth, embracing the imperfections that come with being a beginner.

If you're a course creator looking to strike the right balance between personal involvement, scalability, and student success, you’ll find Teri’s experiences both enlightening and encouraging.

Connect with Teri:

Website: www.teriholland.ca
Social Media: @theteriholland
Podcast: Success in Mind
Freebie from Teri: Pod Launch Checklist

Teri Holland is Professional Speaker, Podcaster and Coach. Teri is the creator and host of Success in Mind, a podcast for entrepreneurs and leaders that ranks in the top 1% of podcasts worldwide. Having been a podcaster for over 9 years, she is now excited and passionate about helping others to find their voice through podcasting.

Tune in next time for another exciting episode of The Art of Online Course Creation where we dive deep into Legal Considerations for Online Course Creators with guest Annette Stepanian!

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Essential Legal Tips for Online Course Creators: Annette Stepanian Breaks It Down (U.S. Edition)

The Art of Online Course Creation

10/22/24 • 36 min

In this insightful episode of The Art of Online Course Creation, I am joined by Annette Stepanian, an American lawyer who has dedicated her career to helping entrepreneurs and small business owners protect their creative work. Annette is the founder of Your Legal BFF, a resource for easy-to-use, industry-specific legal templates and training. Together, we delve into the legal side of online course creation and how to safeguard your business from costly legal mistakes.

Key Takeaways:

Treating Your Course as a Business from Day One: One of the most common mistakes online course creators make is failing to treat their course as a business from the beginning. Annette explains the importance of setting up proper contracts, understanding intellectual property rights, and establishing clear terms of service and refund policies.
The Power of Legal Templates: Many entrepreneurs shy away from legal services due to perceived costs, but Annette emphasizes the accessibility of legal templates that are designed for online course creators. These templates can provide essential protections without the need for a full-time lawyer.
Protecting Your Intellectual Property: Online course creators often worry about content theft. Annette provides actionable advice on how to protect your work through copyright registration, trademarking course names, and using DMCA takedown notices if your content is copied.
Navigating AI in Course Creation: As AI becomes more integrated into online businesses, course creators must be mindful of the potential legal challenges. While it can provide efficiencies, Annette advises creators to use AI cautiously until the legal landscape becomes clearer.

About Annette Stepanian: Annette is a lawyer with over a decade of experience working with small business owners, creatives, and course creators. Her business, Your Legal BFF, provides industry-specific legal templates and resources to make legal information accessible and affordable.

Connect with Annette:

If you're ready to dive deeper into the legal side of your course creation journey, be sure to join us next week for a special episode with Canadian lawyer Corinne Boudreau, who will provide insights specific to our friends up north!

Until then, stay dedicated, stay passionate, and keep creating impactful online courses. Don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with your fellow course creators!

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Finally Complete Your Course: Get Unstuck, Get Inspired, and Get Empowered!

The Art of Online Course Creation

08/27/24 • 21 min

In this episode of The Art of Online Course Creation, host Shannon Boyer addresses one of the most common challenges faced by course creators—getting stuck in the middle of the process.
Shannon offers actionable strategies to help you break through the barriers, regain momentum, and finally complete your course.
From overcoming the fear of imperfection to managing the overwhelming scope of your project, this episode is packed with insights to inspire and empower you to reach the finish line.

Key Takeaways:

Course Creation is Not Easy: Many course creators struggle because they were led to believe that creating a course is a simple process. However, the truth is that it's a challenging, yet rewarding, endeavor.
Fear of Imperfection: Embrace imperfection in your course creation. High standards are important, but striving for perfection can paralyze progress.
Overwhelming Scope: If your course feels too large in scope, consider narrowing it down. Breaking it into smaller, more manageable parts can make the process more doable for both you and your students.
Lack of a Clear Plan: Having a clear, structured plan is essential. Use proven course creation frameworks to guide your process and keep your course organized and coherent.

Additional Considerations:

Online Courses Are Not Passive Income: Shannon emphasizes that online education requires active effort and is not a form of passive income. High-quality courses demand a significant commitment.
Mindful Time Management: Creativity requires dedicated time and space. Shannon suggests blocking off substantial chunks of time to focus on course creation without distractions.
Join the “Your Best Course Kickstarter Challenge”: If you’re ready to get unstuck and finally complete your course, join Shannon in this free challenge by visiting www.shannonlboyer.com/join.
Share Your Wins and Struggles: Shannon invites you to share your course creation journey with her via email at [email protected] or through a DM on Instagram at @shannonlboyer.

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Secrets to Scaling Your Online Course to Six-Figures and Beyond with Elizabeth Chappell

The Art of Online Course Creation

09/17/24 • 28 min

In this episode of "The Art of Online Course Creation," Shannon Boyer sits down with Elizabeth Chappell, a successful quilt pattern designer, author, fabric designer, and podcast host, to discuss her journey from selling physical products to creating a multi-six-figure online course. Elizabeth dives deep into the strategies and lessons learned from her experience in building and scaling an online course that teaches others how to write and sell quilt patterns.

Tune in to Hear:

Creating an Online Course: Elizabeth explains how taking a well-crafted course herself inspired her to create her own online course. She discusses the value of learning from others and finding a niche no one else was teaching.
First Launch Fears and Strategies: Elizabeth reflects on her initial fears of launching her first course and shares her strategy for overcoming them. She offers practical advice for anyone worried about launching to “crickets” and suggests starting small to test interest and get feedback.
Building Credibility and Audience: A major factor in Elizabeth's success was building a strong audience before launching. She highlights the importance of consistency, cross-promotion, and collaboration in establishing trust and engagement.
Revamping a Successful Course: Elizabeth talks about why she chose to revamp her course after three successful launches. She and Shannon discuss the value of continuously improving course content and focusing on the student experience.
High-Touch Learning and Scaling: Elizabeth explains her unique approach to maintaining a high-touch experience by leveraging alumni to mentor new students. This strategy allows her to scale while ensuring personalized support.
Advice for Course Creators: Elizabeth offers key advice for new course creators: prove your concept, become an expert, and focus on quality. For those with existing courses, she emphasizes continuous improvement and seeking external feedback.

Whether you're an aspiring course creator or an established entrepreneur looking to refine your approach, Elizabeth's journey and insights are a goldmine of practical advice and inspiration. Her genuine care for her students’ success and her strategic mindset for growth make this episode a must-listen for anyone serious about online course creation.

Resources and Links:

Elizabeth Chappell's Podcast: Craft to Career
Elizabeth Chappell's Website: www.quilterscandy.com
Elizabeth on Instagram: @quilters_candy
Learn more about how to work with Shannon at www.shannonlboyer.com

Tune in to hear Elizabeth’s full story and her secrets to building a successful and impactful online course business!

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Why Pre-Selling Your Course is a Risk You Can't Afford to Take

The Art of Online Course Creation

09/10/24 • 21 min

In this episode of The Art of Online Course Creation, host Shannon Boyer dives deep into a hotly debated topic in the course creation world: pre-selling your course before it's fully developed. Many see it as a savvy business move, but Shannon reveals why this strategy might not be as foolproof as it seems. Could taking this shortcut backfire and affect your long-term success?

What You'll Hear in This Episode:

The real impact of pre-selling on your course quality and your reputation as a course creator.
The hidden costs and pressures that come with selling a course before it's ready.
Why this approach could be particularly risky for new course creators who are still building trust with their audience.
Alternative paths to launching a course that ensure you deliver true value to your students from the get-go.
Key considerations for anyone thinking about pre-selling and how to decide what's best for your business.

Plus, Shannon offers a glimpse into her upcoming program, Your Best Course Experience, a unique opportunity for those who want hands-on support and guidance in creating a standout online course. If you're serious about making an impact, this might just be the answer you've been looking for.

Curious about whether pre-selling is right for you or if there’s a better way to set yourself up for success? Listen in as Shannon shares her honest insights, hard-earned wisdom, and strategies that could save you from common pitfalls.

Subscribe now and make sure you’re ahead of the game when it comes to building and launching a course that truly stands out.

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What is an "Edupreneur"? How This Key Mindset Can Transform Your Course Creation Success

The Art of Online Course Creation

10/01/24 • 14 min

In this episode, Shannon Boyer unpacks the rising term “edupreneur” and why it’s a game-changer for course creators. As an entrepreneur who cares about your students’ success, becoming an edupreneur can elevate both your course quality and your business’s long-term growth. Shannon explains how shifting your mindset from just selling courses to creating transformative learning experiences can make all the difference.

What You’ll Learn:

The true definition of an “edupreneur” and how it differs from being an entrepreneur.
Why focusing on student success leads to a more sustainable and rewarding business model.
Key mindsets that successful edupreneurs adopt, including prioritizing outcomes, continuous course improvement, and fostering a learning community.
How to find your place in the online course market and maximize your impact by offering more than just information.

Whether you’re a seasoned course creator or just getting started, understanding the role of an edupreneur is essential. This episode offers practical tips and mindset shifts that will help you create more impactful, engaging courses and foster lasting relationships with your students.

Resources Mentioned:

Join Shannon for the next Sip and Share, a free online community for course creators, held on the first Wednesday of the month.

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The Top 5 Course Creation Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

The Art of Online Course Creation

08/20/24 • 15 min

Are you in the process of creating an online course, or are you planning to start one soon? This episode of The Art of Online Course Creation is a must-listen! We uncover the top five mistakes that course creators often make, which can be the difference between a course that flops and one that flourishes. More importantly, get actionable strategies to help you avoid these pitfalls and create a course that truly stands out and delivers exceptional value to your students.

Key Takeaways:

Incorporate Yourself Into Your Course: Discover why your face, stories, and unique insights are crucial to making your course engaging and relatable.
Avoid Content Overload: Learn how to streamline your content to focus on what truly matters, helping your students achieve their desired outcomes without overwhelm.
Maximize Your Written Resources: Ensure that your students can easily find and utilize the valuable resources you provide.
Be Transparent: Understand why making your course structure and expectations clear from the start is key to student success.
Provide Practice Opportunities: Recognize the importance of guided practice and feedback in helping students master new skills.

Bonus: The FREE Your Best Course Kickstarter Challenge, a 5-day event designed for purpose-driven entrepreneurs who want to create a high-quality online course. Don’t miss out!