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Course Wizards

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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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 editing, WritePanda for content generation, OpusClip for AI-generated video clips, Midjourney for image and logo creation, Vista Social for social media scheduling and analytics, Zimmwriter for AI writing, and RankMath for AI-generated blog post ideas and content. The hosts highlight the benefits of these tools and recommend trying out their free plans before considering paid options.5K Course Launch Blueprint Apps for Authors Course Launch Secrets Facebook Group New Zenler
36:35 9/27/23
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, and pre-built design blocks. They also discuss the future features that ThriveCart is planning to release, such as intelligent funnels, multiple bump offers, and expanded integrations. The hosts give a live demonstration of the new features and discuss their benefits for you!New Zenler Apps for Authors Course Launch Secrets Facebook Group 5K Course Launch Blueprint
22:15 9/20/23
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 suitable for social media platforms. They highlight the key features and pricing of each tool, sharing their personal experiences and recommendations. If you're looking to save time and effort in repurposing your content, this episode is a must-listen.Course Launch Secrets Facebook Group 5K Course Launch Blueprint Apps for Authors New Zenler
23:26 9/6/23
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 outlines. They provide examples and demonstrate how AI tools like ChatGPT and Po can assist in various aspects of course creation and promotion. Tune in to learn how you can leverage the power of AI to enhance your online course business.Course Launch Secrets Facebook Group 5K Course Launch Blueprint Apps for Authors New Zenler
21:26 8/30/23
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 sessions, and collaborate on a whiteboard. They also touch on integrations and the quality of recordings. If you're looking for a Zoom alternative or want to learn more about Sessions, this episode is for you.5K Course Launch Blueprint 5K Course Launch Blueprint Apps for Authors New Zenler
36:02 8/23/23
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 build your course numbers, this episode provides practical tips and insights to help you kickstart your podcasting journey and connect with your audience on a deeper level.Links:Captivate Podcasting Service: writing.fyi/captivateApps for Authors - https://writing.fyi/appsNew Zenler - https://www.newzenler.com/invite/zmnfZZ5K Course Launch Blueprint - $5K Course Launch BlueprintCourse Launch Secrets Facebook Group - https://getnzlr.com/5k-launch-blueprint
14:28 8/16/23
The Pros and Cons of the Most Popular Domain Name Registrars
IntroductionIn 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 domain name from a registrar, you're essentially renting it for a certain amount of time. The registrar is responsible for keeping track of who owns the domain name and making sure that it's properly pointed to your website.How do domain name registrars work?When you buy a domain name from a registrar, they'll add your name and contact information to a database called the Domain Name System (DNS). The DNS is a big list of all the domain names in the world and their corresponding IP addresses. When someone types your domain name into their browser, their computer will query the DNS to find the IP address of your website.How to choose the best domain name registrar for youThere are a few factors to consider when choosing a domain name registrar. These include:Price: Domain name registrars typically charge different prices for domain names. It's important to compare prices before you buy a domain name.Features: Different registrars offer different features, such as free domain privacy, email forwarding, and DNSSEC. Make sure to choose a registrar that offers the features you need.Customer support: If you have any problems with your domain name, you'll need to contact the registrar's customer support team. Make sure to choose a registrar with a good reputation for customer support.Popular domain name registrarsHere are some of the most popular domain name registrars:Domain.comNamecheapBluehostGoogle DomainsGoDaddyHostGatorName.comNameSiloDynadotDreamHosthttps://url.amit.so/bio
09:51 8/9/23
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 course creators. Discover how this cutting edge AI tool can streamline your writing process, enhance your content quality, and save you valuable time. Tune in and see the full potential of Zimmwriter for your online course success!Links:Zimmwriter https://www.rankingtactics.com/zimmwriter/VistaSocial Lifetime Deal (Expires soon!) https://appsumo.8odi.net/rQXQ9RApps for Authors - https://writing.fyi/appsNew Zenler - https://www.newzenler.com/invite/zmnfZZ5K Course Launch Blueprint - https://getnzlr.com/5k-launch-blueprintCourse Launch Secrets Facebook Group -https://facebook.com/courselaunchsecrets
50:57 8/3/23
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 VistaSocial can amplify your reach, engage your audience, and drive conversions. Whether you're an established course creator or just starting out, this podcast is your go-to resource for looking at VistaSocial's innovative features to take your online courses to new heights. Tune in and unlock the potential of VistaSocial for your course promotion success!Links:VistaSocial Lifetime Deal (Expires soon!) https://appsumo.8odi.net/rQXQ9RApps for Authors - https://writing.fyi/appsNew Zenler - https://www.newzenler.com/invite/zmnfZZ5K Course Launch Blueprint - https://getnzlr.com/5k-launch-blueprintCourse Launch Secrets Facebook Group -https://facebook.com/courselaunchsecrets
40:14 7/27/23
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/appsNew Zenler - New Zenler - Invite5K Course Launch Blueprint - $5K Course Launch BlueprintCourse Launch Secrets Facebook Group - Log in or sign up to view
16:20 7/19/23
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/appsNew Zenler - New Zenler - Invite5K Course Launch Blueprint - $5K Course Launch BlueprintCourse Launch Secrets Facebook Group - Log in or sign up to view
21:14 7/12/23
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 - https://writing.fyi/appsNew Zenler - New Zenler - Invite5K Course Launch Blueprint - $5K Course Launch BlueprintCourse Launch Secrets Facebook Group - Log in or sign up to view
14:13 6/28/23
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:https://imageoptim.com/machttps://software.charliemonroe.net/permute/https://handbrake.frhttps://www.gtmetrix.comApps for Authors - https://writing.fyi/appsNew Zenler - New Zenler - Invite5K Course Launch Blueprint - $5K Course Launch BlueprintCourse Launch Secrets Facebook Group - Log in or sign up to view
19:03 6/21/23
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.fmApps for Authors - https://writing.fyi/appsNew Zenler - New Zenler - Invite5K Course Launch Blueprint - $5K Course Launch BlueprintCourse Launch Secrets Facebook Group - Log in or sign up to view
17:36 6/14/23
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/Apps for Authors - https://writing.fyi/appsNew Zenler - New Zenler - Invite5K Course Launch Blueprint - $5K Course Launch BlueprintCourse Launch Secrets Facebook Group - Log in or sign up to view
20:26 6/7/23
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 Authors - https://writing.fyi/appsNew Zenler - New Zenler - Invite5K Course Launch Blueprint - $5K Course Launch BlueprintCourse Launch Secrets Facebook Group - Log in or sign up to view
15:16 5/31/23
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 Authors - https://writing.fyi/appsNew Zenler - New Zenler - Invite5K Course Launch Blueprint - $5K Course Launch BlueprintCourse Launch Secrets Facebook Group - Log in or sign up to view
16:08 5/24/23
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 take away from them.Links:Apps for Authors - https://writing.fyi/appsNew Zenler - New Zenler - Invite5K Course Launch Blueprint - $5K Course Launch BlueprintCourse Launch Secrets Facebook Group - Log in or sign up to view
12:59 5/17/23
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/appsNew Zenler - New Zenler - Invite5K Course Launch Blueprint - $5K Course Launch BlueprintCourse Launch Secrets Facebook Group - Log in or sign up to view
18:38 5/10/23
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 - https://writing.fyi/appsNew Zenler - New Zenler - Invite5K Course Launch Blueprint - $5K Course Launch BlueprintCourse Launch Secrets Facebook Group - Log in or sign up to view
27:36 5/3/23
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/appsNew Zenler - New Zenler - Invite5K Course Launch Blueprint - $5K Course Launch BlueprintCourse Launch Secrets Facebook Group - Log in or sign up to view
39:23 4/26/23
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 - https://writing.fyi/appsNew Zenler - New Zenler - Invite5K Course Launch Blueprint - $5K Course Launch BlueprintCourse Launch Secrets Facebook Group - Log in or sign up to view
10:27 4/19/23
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/appsNew Zenler - New Zenler - Invite5K Course Launch Blueprint - $5K Course Launch BlueprintCourse Launch Secrets Facebook Group - Log in or sign up to view
28:01 4/12/23
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/appsNew Zenler - New Zenler - Invite5K Course Launch Blueprint - $5K Course Launch BlueprintCourse Launch Secrets Facebook Group - Log in or sign up to view
20:05 4/5/23
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/appsNew Zenler - https://www.newzenler.com/invite/zmnfZZ5K Course Launch Blueprint - https://getnzlr.com/5k-launch-blueprintCourse Launch Secrets Facebook Group - facebook.com/courselaunchsecrets
22:16 3/29/23
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/appsNew Zenler - https://www.newzenler.com/invite/zmnfZZ5K Course Launch Blueprint - https://getnzlr.com/5k-launch-blueprintCourse Launch Secrets Facebook Group - facebook.com/courselaunchsecrets
17:03 3/23/23
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/appsNew Zenler - https://www.newzenler.com/invite/zmnfZZ5K Course Launch Blueprint - https://getnzlr.com/5k-launch-blueprintCourse Launch Secrets Facebook Group - facebook.com/courselaunchsecrets
10:27 3/8/23
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/appsNew Zenler - https://www.newzenler.com/invite/zmnfZZ5K Course Launch Blueprint - https://getnzlr.com/5k-launch-blueprintCourse Launch Secrets Facebook Group - facebook.com/courselaunchsecrets
19:20 3/1/23
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/appsNew Zenler - https://www.newzenler.com/invite/zmnfZZ5K Course Launch Blueprint - https://getnzlr.com/5k-launch-blueprintCourse Launch Secrets Facebook Group - facebook.com/courselaunchsecrets
15:35 2/22/23
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/appsNew Zenler - https://www.newzenler.com/invite/zmnfZZ5K Course Launch Blueprint - https://getnzlr.com/5k-launch-blueprintCourse Launch Secrets Facebook Group - facebook.com/courselaunchsecrets
34:31 2/15/23