274: From Zero to Your First $1 – Getting Started in the Online Course Industry

In this exciting first episode of our three-part series, Tina delves deep into the world of online courses, offering strategies that take you from the brink of an idea to making your very first dollar. Tina shares her wealth of experience as a business strategist, course creator, and best-selling author to guide ambitious women on their journey toward creating wealth, freedom, and impact. Whether you're just starting out or looking for motivation, this episode is packed with real insights to help you turn your dreams into reality.

✨Show Notes:

• Introduction to the Series: Tina introduces a three-part series focusing on scaling online course businesses from zero to your first sale, then moving to six figures, and finally to creating your first million.
• Personal Reflections: Tina shares personal anecdotes about getting started and the significance of making that first sale.
• Dreams and Regrets: Discussion about the importance of going after your dreams and the common fears that hold people back from starting.
• Fear Setting Exercise: Tina mentions a TED Talk by Tim Ferriss about fear setting to manage and overcome the fear of failure.
• Four Steps to Your First Dollar:
  1. Choose a Profitable Course Topic:

     Align your passion with expertise and market demand.

  2. Validate Your Idea:

     Share your idea and gather feedback to ensure it's market-ready.

  3. Sell Before You Create:

     Learn the importance of pre-selling your course to validate demand.

  4. Deliver and Refine:

     Launch, gather feedback, and refine for future launches.

• Biggest Mistakes to Avoid: Tina outlines common pitfalls such as overcomplicating tech, waiting for a big audience, underpricing, and striving for perfection.
• Encouragement to Start: Tina emphasizes the importance of making that first sale and the fulfillment it brings.

This episode is your call to action to take the leap and start your journey in the online course industry. Tune in and turn your dreams into reality! 🎧 Hit play and let’s get started. 🎉