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Course Wizards

by Amit Arora and Christopher Maselli

Teach anything online! On the Course Wizards podcast, Amit Arora and Christopher Maselli share the latest tips and tricks on how to create your own online teaching courses. They discuss online teaching platforms, tech setup, how to come up with course ideas, how to build your audience, lead magnets, and much more, all in 20 minutes or less! Visit coursewizards.com to download free resources and listen to previous episodes.

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Episodes

  1. Surprising 2024 Online Learning Trends from the Thinkific Report

    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,...

  2. Reaction Episode: The TikTok Course Amit Couldn't Resist

    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...

  3. Unveiling Amit's 2024 Course Creation Tech Stack

    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...

  4. Unveiling Chris' 2024 Course Creation Tech Stack

    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...

  5. How to Create an Online Course in 2024

    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...

  6. Game-changing Tools We Use to Master Our Side Hustles

    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...

  7. Beyond the 9 to 5: Diving into Our Side Hustles

    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...

  8. The Enemy of Progress

    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...

  9. Profit Peaks: Leveraging Black Friday for Course Creators

    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...

  10. Thinkific Announces The Leap for Mobile Course Creation

    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...

  11. Data-mining Facebook for Content Ideas

    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....

  12. Captivating Course Pages: How to Elevate Your Sales with Professional-Looking Images

    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...

  13. Buy or Pass: Evaluating 5 AppSumo Deals for Course Creators

    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...

  14. Top 10 AI Tools for Course Creators

    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...

  15. The ThriveCart Announcement: Our Reactions

    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,...

  16. Automating Content Repurposing with AI

    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...

  17. Using AI to Boost Your Online Course Creation

    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...

  18. See How SESSIONS Will BOOST Your Online Course Offerings

    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...

  19. How to Start a Podcast on Your Course Topic

    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…

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  20. The Pros and Cons of the Most Popular Domain Name Registrars

    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…

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  21. Unlocking Course Success with Zimmwriter: Empowering Your Writing

    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…

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  22. EXPLODE Your Social Media w/VistaSocial

    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...

  23. Use THREADS to Drive Traffic to Your Course

    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…

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  24. How to Increase Your Email Open Rates

    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...

  25. Sell Your Own MERCH!

    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 -...

  26. How to Speed Up Your Course Landing Pages

    What’s one of the best ways to get Google to notice you and to make sure customers don’t leave? By making your web page FAST! In this episode of the Course Wizards podcast, Amit and Chris talk about how to speed up your course landing pages and get Google’s attention! Links:...

  27. Yes, You Can Be a Coach!

    You have a course or two. You have a membership. What you need now is a profit maximizer…and that may be coaching! In this episode of Course Wizards, Amit and Chris talk about how you can offer one-on-one or group coaching to take your course options to the next level. Links: https://Clarity.fm...

  28. Why Amit Spent $250k in 5 Minutes!

    So much has happened over the last week! In this episode of the Course Wizards podcast, Amit and Chris talk about some of this week’s developments including Apple’s Sonoma update for course creators, Searchie drama, and Amit’s new venture! Links: Amit’s land purchase https://boisdarclake.org/…

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  29. How to Create Your OWN Course Platform - w/o a Developer

    Teachable, New Zenler, Searchie--all these platforms are great. But what if you wanted to have your OWN course platform? And what if you could build it without a developer? In this episode of Course Wizards, Amit and Chris show you how to do exactly that--through “white labeling.” Links: Apps for...

  30. Searchie.io...What's This?

    Wouldn’t it be great to have all your course content automatically searchable in your videos…and provided to users with an AI? Chris and Amit talk about relative newcomer on the market, Searchie.io and how it uses AI to help you index the content of your courses. Check it out! Links: Apps for...

  31. Teachable or Unreachable? They're at it AGAIN!

    Last week we talked about how Teachable is virtually doing away with its Free plan--even for those grandfathered in. Today, they doubled-down…saying they’re going to nickel-and-dime their teachers. On this episode of Course Wizards, Amit and Chris discuss how to sow into your teachers…rather than...

  32. Teachable's New Announcement Has Customers FLEEING!

    Teachable just announced a price increase and--whoops!--customers are fleeing. In this episode of Course Wizards, Amit and Chris talk about the increase, what it means for customers, and viable alternatives. Links: Apps for Authors - https://writing.fyi/apps New Zenler - New Zenler - Invite 5K...

  33. How NOT to Take Care of Founding Members

    Jasper.ai just announced that their plans are ALL unlimited…but where does that leave founding members who are locked into more expensive plans? In this episode of Course Wizards, Amit and Chris talk about this fiasco and how YOU should take core of your founding members. Links: Apps for Authors…

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  34. 7 AI Tools Course Creators MUST Try Today

    Artificial Intelligence is taking the world by storm! In today’s Course Wizards episode, Amit and Chris discuss the five AI tools you’ve GOT to try today to take your course creation to the next level! Links: Apps for Authors - https://writing.fyi/apps New Zenler - New Zenler - Invite 5K Course...

  35. How to Sell Your Course w/o an Email List

    When you have an email list, you have a built-in audience for selling your course...but what if you don't have one? In this episode of the Course Wizards podcast, Amit and Chris talk about their favorite ways to sell your course, even if you don't have an email list yet! Links: Apps for Authors -...

  36. The Apps We Can't Live Without

    When creating courses or just getting stuff done, we all have our favorite apps. In this episode of the Course Wizards podcast, Amit and Chris talk about the apps they just can't live without...apps you're sure to love too! Links: Apps for Authors - https://writing.fyi/apps New Zenler - New…

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  37. Data Driven Decisions: Actionable Insights for Your Website Metrics

    Have a blog but don't know why no one's reading it? In this episode of the Course Wizards podcast, Amit and Chris talk about how to use Google Search Console to gain insights into your blog's effectiveness--and put it over the top. Links: Apps for Authors - https://writing.fyi/apps New Zenler…

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  38. Chris Drills Down On Amit's AI Blogging Strategy

    Amit's AI blogging strategy backfired...but it came with great lessons learned! In this episode of Course Wizards, Amit and Chris talk about blogging with AI, what happened to Amit's blog and his greatest takeaways. Links: Apps for Authors - https://writing.fyi/apps New Zenler -...

  39. How to Use AI Tools for Blogging -- the Right Way

    Artificial Intelligence tools are all the rage...but how can you use them for writing blogs--the RIGHT way? In this episode of the Course Wizards podcast, Amit shares how you can use AI tools to CRUSH it with your blog, when you do it right! Links: Apps for Authors - https://writing.fyi/apps New...

  40. How to Get HELP Setting Up Your Online Course

    In this episode of the Course Wizards podcast, Amit is gone! But Chris is here, and he's talking about how to use Fiverr to get help in creating your online course pages. He walks you through step-by-step so you know exactly how to hire someone. Links: Apps for Authors - https://writing.fyi/apps...

  41. Overcoming Common Challenges Faced by Course Creators

    In this episode of the Course Wizards podcast, Amit and Chris discuss the most common challenges course creators face--and how you can beat them in 2023! Links: Apps for Authors - https://writing.fyi/apps New Zenler - https://www.newzenler.com/invite/zmnfZZ 5K Course Launch Blueprint -...

  42. Tips for Recording and Editing Professional-Quality Video Lessons

    In this episode of the Course Wizards podcast, Amit and Chris share their favorite tips for making your videos professional and effective! Links: Apps for Authors - https://writing.fyi/apps New Zenler - https://www.newzenler.com/invite/zmnfZZ 5K Course Launch Blueprint -...

  43. Other Things Course Creators Can Do with ChatGPT

    Everyone loves ChatGPT! In this episode of the Course Wizards podcast, Amit and Chris show even more of how ChatGPT can help course creators create their courses, emails, and sales pages even faster! Links: Apps for Authors - https://writing.fyi/apps New Zenler -...

  44. How to Setup a Blog Like a Pro in 2023

    Ready to have a blog in 2023 but don't know where to start? In this episode of the Course Wizards podcast, Amit and Chris discuss several ways you can start a blog and Amit gets a bit technical, revealing a way to install a WordPress blog on a super-affordable server! Links: Apps for Authors -...

  45. How to Use ChatGPT for Your Online Course Creation

    ChatGPT is awesome! In this episode, Amit shares how he used ChatGPT to create his last online course in one day! Amit and Chris will show you how to create prompts and more to create an outline for your course, create a course sales page, create your sales email, and create a Facebook ad and…

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  46. How to Create a Course in a Day (Part 2 of 2)

    Is it really possible to create an online course in a day? From planning, to recording, to uploading and writing sales pages, Amit's on a mission to see if it can be done! In this episode of Course Wizards, Amit and Chris discuss his "course in a day" venture, what's at stake, and how you can do...

  47. Amit's Tech Stack for Course Creation in 2023

    Amit and Chris each successfully create courses using different tech stacks. Listen to what works for Amit in 2023 this week. Links: Apps for Authors - https://writing.fyi/apps New Zenler - https://www.newzenler.com/invite/zmnfZZ 5K Course Launch Blueprint…

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  48. Chris' Tech Stack for Course Creation in 2023

    Amit and Chris each successfully create courses using different tech stacks. Listen to what works for Chris in 2023 this week. Links: Apps for Authors - https://writing.fyi/apps New Zenler - https://www.newzenler.com/invite/zmnfZZ 5K Course Launch Blueprint…

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  49. How to Create an Online Course in 2023

    If you're not in the course creation game, there's no better time than THIS YEAR! Amit and Chris talk about the basics you need for online course creation in 2023...and beyond! Links: Apps for Authors - https://writing.fyi/apps New Zenler - https://www.newzenler.com/invite/zmnfZZ 5K Course Launch...

  50. How to Create a Course in a Day (Part 1 of 2)

    Is it really possible to create an online course in a day? From planning, to recording, to uploading and writing sales pages, Amit's on a mission to see if it can be done! In this episode of Course Wizards, Amit and Chris discuss his "course in a day" venture, what's at stake, and how you can do...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Teach anything online! On the Course Wizards podcast, Amit Arora and Christopher Maselli share the latest tips and tricks on how to create your own online teaching courses. They discuss online teaching platforms, tech setup, how to come up with course ideas, how to build your audience, lead magnets, and much more, all in 20 minutes or less! Visit coursewizards.com to download free resources and listen to previous episodes.

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Amit Arora and Christopher Maselli

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