The Amy Porterfield Show

The Pivot: Why I’m Closing the Doors to Digital Course Academy

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Jan 6, 2026
A major pivot is in the air! The host reveals the bold decision to retire a successful program after nearly a decade. Listeners learn the distinction between impulsive pivots and earned elevations, emphasizing the importance of genuine readiness. Tough questions about financial stability and self-perception come into play before any transition. The conversation also highlights a new coaching program aimed at ambitious female entrepreneurs. It's a powerful reminder to evaluate your path and take intentional steps toward growth.
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ANECDOTE

The Launch That Signaled A New Chapter

  • After a multi-million dollar launch Amy Porterfield realized on a team Zoom that it would be the last time she launched Digital Course Academy.
  • She felt calm certainty that a chapter had closed and she was ready to move toward something new.
INSIGHT

Two Very Different Pivots

  • Amy Porterfield distinguishes two pivots: impulse pivots driven by boredom and earned elevations built on sustained results.
  • An earned elevation moves you toward something aligned and bigger after you've put in the reps.
ADVICE

Ask Hard Questions Before You Pivot

  • Before pivoting, ask if you can accept less income, sit in uncertainty, appear inexperienced, and risk public failure.
  • Also decide if you're willing to let go of something good and focus long enough to see the new thing succeed.
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