161: What Online Course Platform I’m Moving To (Plus a Look at ALL The Top Online Course Platforms For 2021)

Today, on our 49th episode of 2020, it’s finally time: I’m ready to reveal exactly what platform I’m moving my piano course to! This has been a topic of much debate and it definitely took me some time to sort through my options. So many course platforms exist, old and new, and there are pros and cons to each. But I’m happy with my choice, and had a great time discussing this journey with David on our final episode of the year. “It’s overwhelming, but I really wanted to find the best option for me and my students.” - Jacques Hopkins In This Episode, We Talked About: (0:39) Setting the stage for today’s topic and looking back on another year of podcasting (3:06) Why my platform switch is not a one-size-fits-all decision (4:52) My history (and beef) with course platforms so far (8:44) Talking pros and cons of ClickFunnels (13:42) The three types of online course platforms (17:04) Top features I was searching for (20:05) A few disclaimers (21:30) Some creative reveal ideas courtesy of David (24:31) The top two contenders and why I chose one over the other (29:29) Why I’m happy with my customization and community options for my new platform (31:52) The announcement that tipped the scales for me (33:54) Pros and cons of my choice (37:48) Apps, Apple, and transition (39:15) What I’ve said no to - and why (47:00) Does price reflect features? (48:08) Best choices for different categories (54:23) Disclaimers and slogans (1:02:15) Reviewing options and a recommendation (1:05:31) Wrapping up That’s all for now, folks! See you on the next episode of The Online Course Show.   Links Offers and Tools: Bonjoro Free Trial ClickFunnels Free Trial Active Campaign Trial Deadline Funnel Trial Thinkific Trial BossBuddy Trial LearnDash Trial Mighty Networks Trial MembersPro Trial Xperiencify Trial Win of the Week Resources and Recommendations: Expert Secrets Dotcom Secrets Sensei WooCommerce OptimizePress Wistia Udemy Skillshare Kajabi Thinkific LearnDash LifterLMS Circle Mighty Networks BuddyBoss Teachable New Zenler Podia Xperiencify EverWebinar Mastermind Kartra 10XPro Disciple MembersPRO Jumi The Social Dilemma Episode 145 Episode 146 Episode 154 Jacques’ Courses: The Online Course Accelerator Next Level Courses Piano in 21 Days David’s Courses: Wellness Program Expert