Research and figure out what people are already looking for online. Then try to create a piece of content that is better than what’s already out there. -Leon Turetsky I’m back with another podcast episode, this time someone who’s been doing online courses since all the way back in 2009! Leon Turetsky has seen a… Read More

Don’t let anyone hold you back or tell you that you can’t do it. -Jessica Putnam Philips Today’s podcast was fascinating! I had a very inspiring conversation with a fellow course creator today, and I’m glad you’re here to listen to it. Jessica Putnam Philips is a craftsperson who experienced rapid success with the launch… Read More

If you’re considering putting out an online course, get it out there, and consider [the needs of] a global audience. -Chuck Roy Today I had the chance to talk with comedian Chuck Roy about his online comedy lessons, and he explained his journey into the world of teaching others what it takes to get into… Read More

The more people you talk to, the more you can grow your business. -Anthony Beeler I’m back with another podcast episode, this time with Anthony Beeler from poolteacher.com. It was great to chat with Anthony about how he got started in the world of online course, what has worked for him so far, and how… Read More

I decided to write the course that I had always wanted. – Kristy Dranginis In this podcast episode, I got to chat with Kristi Dranginis about her online birding course – but the conversation didn’t stop there. Kristi had a really interesting journey that can apply to many course niches, as well some great insights… Read More

If you know that you’re providing what your audience wants, then you’re going to be successful. -Jacques Hopkins I’m in celebration mode over today’s episode – my 30th to-date! Nate Dodson joined me as we listened to some advice I’ve recently received from some big names in the world of online entrepreneurs. It was great… Read More

Be persistent. Mindset is the most important asset you can have as an entrepreneur. -Helena Liu I’m back with another podcast episode, this time with Helena Liu from exampm.com. After meeting at a recent conference, I knew she had valuable insights to share on course creation, and I was glad to have the chance to… Read More

There is no crystal ball. Try to stay nimble. -Cindy Cooper Today’s podcast was fascinating – we looked at a different model of online education that I’d never encountered before. Clay and Cindy Cooper have been providing online Spanish-learning opportunities since the 90’s, and they do it in a way that benefits Guatemalan teachers while… Read More

I’m so glad I did the whole course, because there’s so much there for me to dig through and refer to whenever needed.  -David Gloyne This very special episode of my podcast, so I’m glad you’re here to check it out! Today’s interview is one I’ve been wanting to do for a while: a conversation… Read More

Don’t quit. There’s a high cost to quitting. -Melissa Esplin Hi there! It’s me, Jacques (a.k.a. The Online Course Guy), and it’s time for another podcast. This time around I spoke with Melissa Esplin from Calligraphy.org. Melissa’s been offering calligraphy classes since 2011, and has had some impressive success with her course so far. She… Read More