Course Wizards

In 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...

In 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...

In 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...

In 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...

In this episode of the Course Wizards podcast, Amit and Chris discuss how to create an online course in 2024. They start by emphasizing the importance of choosing a topic that you are passionate about and that has a market demand. They then discuss the process of creating an outline for your course, recommending a logical progression and breaking down the content into manageable sections. Next, th...

In this episode of the Course Wizards podcast, Amit and Chris continue their discussion on side hustles and the tools they use to manage their projects. They talk about hiring virtual assistants and using tools like Descript and Canva for video editing and design. They also mention SmartSuite for project management, ChatGPT for writing, and Novo for business checking. They touch on the importance...

In this episode of the Course Wizards podcast, Amit and Chris discuss their various side hustles and ways they generate additional streams of income. They talk about everything from affiliate marketing and blog monetization to YouTube channels and website creation. They also provide insights into the challenges of managing multiple income streams and the importance of finding a balance. Keep creat...

With the busy holiday season upon us, Chris takes some time to talk about the dangers of perfectionism and how it can hinder progress. He shares personal stories about the perils of striving for perfection and how successful entrepreneurs like Evelyn Weiss and Liz Wilcox were able to let go of their need for perfection and deliver valuable content to their audience. Chris encourages listeners to s...

In this must-listen episode of the Course Wizard Podcast, we delve into the world of Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales, but with a twist - it's all about empowering course creators! Discover innovative strategies to bundle and sell your courses, create impactful coupon codes, and leverage free workshops or mini-courses as powerful lead magnets. We also explore how to create a sense of urgency am...

In 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...

In 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 cont...

In this episode of the Course Wizards podcast, Amit and Chris discuss the importance of professional-looking images for course sales pages. They share their favorite tools and techniques for creating eye-catching pictures, including using Canva to easily remove backgrounds and add professional mockups, utilizing open-source illustrations from Undraw, browsing for website templates on GraphicRiver,...

In this episode of the Course Wizards podcast, Amit and Chris review five AppSumo offerings and give their opinions on whether to buy or pass. They discuss tools for building web apps, keyword research, personalized messaging, interactive content, and gamification. While they were not impressed with most of the offerings, they found the keyword research tool and email platform to be worth consider...

In this episode of the Course Wizards podcast, hosts Amit and Chris discuss their favorite AI tools for course creators. They cover a range of tools, including SiteGPT for creating chatbots, HappyScribe for transcriptions, SheetGPT for generating content in Google Sheets, Descript for video editing, WritePanda for content generation, OpusClip for AI-generated video clips, Midjourney for image and...

In this episode of the Course Wizards podcast, Amit and Chris dive into the latest announcements from ThriveCart, a popular cart management tool for course creators. They talk about the new features that ThriveCart has introduced, including new landing page designs, high-converting cart designs, and pre-built design blocks. They also discuss the future features that ThriveCart is planning to relea...

In this episode, Chris and Amit dive into the world of content repurposing and explore how AI can automate the process. They discuss several AI-powered tools, including Opus Clip, Dscript, Loom, Video AI, and Repurpose.io, and explain how each tool can convert long-form content into shorter clips suitable for social media platforms. They highlight the key features and pricing of each tool, sharing...

In this episode, Chris and Amit discuss the many ways that course creators can inject AI into their workflow to save time and improve efficiency. They explore using AI to generate landing page copy, blog post outlines, YouTube titles and descriptions, email content, lead magnets, and even course outlines. They provide examples and demonstrate how AI tools like ChatGPT and Po can assist in various...

In this episode, Chris and Amit dive deep into the features and functionality of the video conferencing app, Sessions. They discuss the various pricing tiers, the similarities and differences with Zoom, and the impressive capabilities of the platform, including the ability to create agendas, book sessions, and collaborate on a whiteboard. They also touch on integrations and the quality of recordin...

In this podcast episode, we delve into the essential steps to start your own podcast on your course topic. We discuss selecting the right equipment and software, crafting engaging content, and promoting your podcast effectively. If you're an course creator looking to share your knowledge and build your course numbers, this episode provides practical tips and insights to help you kickstart your pod...

Introduction In this episode, we'll be discussing domain name registrars. We'll talk about what they are, how they work, and how to choose the best one for your needs. What is a domain name registrar? A domain name registrar is a company that registers and sells domain names. When you buy a domain name from a registrar, you're essentially renting it for a certain amount of time. The registrar is r...

Join hosts Chris and Amit as they explore the powerful capabilities of Zimmwriter, a game-changing tool for crafting compelling blog posts and more for your online course. In this episode, they delve into the features and functionalities of Zimmwriter that make it an indispensable asset for course creators. Discover how this cutting edge AI tool can streamline your writing process, enhance your co...

Join Amit and Chris as they dive into the world of VistaSocial, a powerful platform designed to revolutionize the way you manage social media as a course creator! In this episode, they explore the myriad ways VistaSocial can help you effectively market and grow your online courses. Discover how VistaSocial can amplify your reach, engage your audience, and drive conversions. Whether you're an estab...

Threads, the “Twitter killer,” is all the rage! In this episode of the Course Wizards podcast, Amit and Chris show you how you can use it to not only have some fun, but also drive traffic directly to your course. Links: Apps for Authors -  https://writing.fyi/apps New Zenler -  New Zenler - Invite 5K Course Launch Blueprint -  $5K Course Launch Blueprint Course Launch Secrets Facebo...

You want people to read your emails…but first you must get them to open them! In this episode of the Course Wizards podcast, Amit and Chris discuss how you can get your email open rates UP! Links: Apps for Authors -  https://writing.fyi/apps New Zenler -  New Zenler - Invite 5K Course Launch Blueprint -  $5K Course Launch Blueprint Course Launch Secrets Facebook Group -  Log in...

What’s one of the best ways to “plus” your course creation? How about by adding physical products! In this episode of the Course Wizards podcast, Amit and Chris talk about how to create, sell, and distribute physical products for your audience like a pro! Links: Apps for Authors - https://writing.fyi/apps New Zenler - New Zenler - Invite 5K Course Launch Blueprint - $5K Course Launch Blueprint Cou...