N - You've Mastered It, Now Teach It: Overcoming the Barriers of Creating an Online Course Business (with Katelyn James)
May 2, 2024
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Photographer and online educator Katelyn James shares insights on creating and scaling an online course business. She discusses transitioning from one-on-one services to online courses, mastering a unique approach in online teaching, and the importance of feedback for personal growth. Katelyn empowers listeners to create effective online courses and advocates for online education.
Transitioning from traditional coaching to online courses allows for scalability and impact in teaching methods.
Personal brand development and community building are vital for transitioning from a photographer to an online education entrepreneur.
Sharing personal experiences and methods in online teaching is more valuable than traditional expertise.
Deep dives
Kajabi: An All-in-One Platform for Online Courses and Business Growth
Kajabi is highlighted as the go-to platform for hosting online courses, memberships, blogs, websites, and more. The podcast promotes a 30-day free trial to explore its features, emphasizing its role in growing online businesses.
The Importance of Transitioning from One-on-One Coaching to Online Courses
The podcast delves into the journey of shifting from traditional one-on-one coaching to developing online courses. Personal experiences of starting with in-person clients and later venturing into online education highlight the shift towards scalable and impactful teaching methods.
Caitlin James: From Photography to Online Education Success
Caitlin James' transformation from a wedding photographer to an online education entrepreneur is discussed. The podcast shares insights into her strategic approach of sharing personal experiences, creating a strong community, and transitioning to online courses, showcasing the power of developing a personal brand and tribe.
Mastering a Subject vs. Being an Expert in Online Teaching
Caitlin James explores the distinction between mastering a subject and being an expert in online teaching. Emphasizing the value of sharing personal methods and approaches rather than aiming for traditional expertise, she stresses the impact of effectively translating personal mastery into replicable teaching content.
Overcoming Roadblocks in Online Education: Perfectionism and Beginner Fears
Various roadblocks hindering individuals from venturing into online education are addressed, including perfectionism and fears of not being expert enough. Insights on setting realistic expectations, nurturing audiences, and taking the initial step to launch online courses are shared to combat these challenges.
In this episode, Chad & Becca interview Katelyn James of Katelyn James Photography on her newest adventure inspiring other business owners, creatives, and entrepreneurs to teach their success through online education. When you create an online course, you are also creating an online business. Do you have to be an expert to teach online? How do you know when its the right time to teach it? What goes into an online course business?
Find out the answers to these questions and more in today's episode where Katelyn shares her journey connecting with high-level entrepreneurs to create and scale an online course business. If you have been on the fence wanting to create an online course, this episode will convince you that the time is now!
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SPECIAL GUEST:
Katelyn James is a photographer, online educator, and business coach who is passionate about helping photographers build businesses and lives with purpose and a lasting legacy. Her online courses have served thousands of students and in 2015 she was named "Top Ten Educators to Watch" by Rangefinder Magazine. In addition to photography, Katelyn mentors and coaches high-level entrepreneurs on how to create and scale an online business that is profitable and purposeful.
•We have sold over 25,000 online courses with Kajabi and wouldn't recommend anything else! Try this platform for 30-days free with our link: teachwellonline.com/kajabi