Course Wizards Amit Arora and Christopher Maselli

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, downloadables as a quick path to monetization, the emergence of all platforms as learning platforms, the shift towards private communities vs social media, and the growth of older generation in the creator economy.
00:00 Introduction to the Course Wizards Podcast
00:26 Discussing the Thinkific Trends Report
02:34 The Impact of AI on Online Education
06:38 The Power of Downloadables in Monetization
08:38 The Rise of Learning Platforms
12:10 The Importance of Private Communities
16:11 The Creator Economy: Not Just for the Young
19:00 Conclusion and Recap of the Trends
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 - https://facebook.com/courselaunchsecrets

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 proof, and low price. The hosts discuss how the course creator utilized best practices in course creation and marketing, and how these strategies can be applied by their viewers. They also touch upon the potential of incorporating AI in course creation and marketing. Viewers will take away insights into effective ad structuring, social proof use, competitive pricing, and the potential of AI in this field.
00:00 Introduction and Greetings
00:19 Surprise Topic Reveal
00:33 Discussing New Year Resolutions and Goals
00:58 Unveiling the TikTok Growth Course
01:25 Analyzing the Ad and Landing Page
02:37 Impressions and Expectations from the Course
03:14 Exploring Social Proof and Testimonials
08:12 Course Purchase and Pricing
11:08 First Look at the Course Content
15:29 Reflections on the Purchase and Closing Thoughts
Links:
* Apps for Authors - https://writing.fyi/apps
* New Zenler - https://www.newzenler.com/invite/zmnfZZ
* 5K Course Launch Blueprint - https://getnzlr.com/5k-launch-blueprint
* Course Launch Secrets Facebook Group - https://facebook.com/courselaunchsecrets

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 cameras, the Godex light, and a budget-friendly lapel mic he uses with his iPhone. He also shares a review of his favorite software tools like Descript, Zendler, System, Thrivecart, Sessions, ChatGPT and Leonardo.ai. This insightful discussion aims to assist others in choosing the right tech stack to enhance their course creation and content management process.
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:09 Discussion on Tech Stacks
00:33 Amit's Tech Stack for Course Creation
01:03 Hardware for Course Creation
02:14 Microphone and Camera Choices
05:05 Lighting Setup for Course Creation
07:08 Software and Apps for Course Creation
07:24 Using Descript for Screen Recording and Editing
10:09 Using Thrivecart for Payments
12:06 Using ChatGPT and Leonardo AI
16:52 Summary and Conclusion
Links:
* Apps for Authors - https://writing.fyi/apps
* New Zenler - https://www.newzenler.com/invite/zmnfZZ
* 5K Course Launch Blueprint - https://getnzlr.com/5k-launch-blueprint
* Course Launch Secrets Facebook Group - https://facebook.com/courselaunchsecrets

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 also discuss the integration of Thrivecart and ConvertKit into their tech stacks. The episode explores the novelty and versatility of Descript as a powerful editing tool that enables podcasters and course creators to refine and streamline their creative process. Tune in next week as Amit shares his own tech stack!
00:00 Introduction and Casual Conversation
01:33 The Tech Stack for 2024: Overview
01:53 Hardware for 2024: Microphone and Camera
06:06 Software for 2024: Descript for Editing
12:23 Platform for 2024: Searchie
13:00 Comparison and Conclusion
Links:
* Apps for Authors - https://writing.fyi/apps
* New Zenler - https://www.newzenler.com/invite/zmnfZZ
* 5K Course Launch Blueprint - https://getnzlr.com/5k-launch-blueprint
* Course Launch Secrets Facebook Group - https://facebook.com/courselaunchsecrets

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 course, recommending a logical progression and breaking down the content into manageable sections. Next, they talk about the recording process, suggesting using a computer camera and microphone or a smartphone if you don't have access to a camera and microphone. They advise against spending too much time on editing and highlight the importance of keeping the videos engaging and punchy. Finally, they discuss the different course platform options and recommend New Zenler and System.io. They also mention AppSumo for finding deals on course platforms. They invite listeners to tune in to the next episode for a discussion on their specific tech stacks.
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 - https://facebook.com/courselaunchsecrets

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 project management, ChatGPT for writing, and Novo for business checking. They touch on the importance of Gmail and Google Calendar for communication and scheduling, as well as the use of Ecamm for podcast recording and Captivate for distribution. Other tools mentioned include Vista Social, SocialBee, WordPress, Shopify, Sessions, and Grammarly Premium. Listeners are encouraged to explore these tools for their own businesses and share the episode with others who may find it helpful.
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 - https://facebook.com/courselaunchsecrets