• Course Lab: Lessons from Successful Online Course Creators

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Course Lab: Lessons from Successful Online Course Creators

By: Mirasee FM
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  • Want to create a hugely successful online course, one that has a major impact on the lives of your students? If you want to learn how to create online courses from the best, you turn to Mirasee; and if you want to host that course, you can’t go wrong using the powerful platform, Ruzuku. Ruzuku co-founder Abe Crystal and Mirasee founder and CEO Danny Iny know what it takes to stand out and be successful in the online courses industry. And now they’re teaming up to share this intel with you in their new Course Lab podcast. In every episode, Course Lab showcases an entrepreneur/course creator who is nailing it with their online course -- and not because they’re teaching people how to make more money. In fact, most of these creators occupy unusual or overlooked niches, like music, writing for video games, overcoming inherent bias, and finding your life purpose. Turns out, the key to their success all comes down to their online course design. In this podcast, Danny and Abe reveal the most important design tactics that are making all the difference for these online course creators -- and how you can implement them in your own online course. So if you want to create a successful online course that changes the lives of your students, this is your big chance to learn how it’s done from the best in the industry!
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  • The Subscription Model: More Clients & Recurring Revenue (Nancy Shanteau)

    The Subscription Model: More Clients & Recurring Revenue (Nancy Shanteau)
    Mar 17 2025
    To find out more, head to coachesconsole.com/gettraining.Explore Nancy Shanteau's innovative model that combines coaching with subscription-based services for recurring revenue. Her journey from coach to prolific course creator offers insights on building client relationships, providing valuable resources, and ensuring ongoing support for personal growth.Nancy Shanteau is a coach and co-author of Access to Power: a Radical Approach for Changing Your Life.In this episode, Ari, Abe, and Nancy discuss:The growth of Nancy’s coaching practice and entry into online coursesHer mission to certify communication trainers and her Wise Adulting programBundling coaching services with courses in her subscription modelDeveloping reliable revenue and managing client workflowsRuzuku’s role in organizing and delivering course contentImpact of resources and community on client retentionCreating content based on client needs and marketing strategyInsights on filling coaching practices with a subscription modelRole of community in enhancing coaching and course interactionAdvice for creators considering a coaching and course model“I usually boom during crisis because I’m the kind of person who helps people when they’re struggling.” — Nancy ShanteauGuest Bio:Nancy Shanteau’s mission is to certify 10,000 Cooperative Communication Trainers by 2031. Giving irreverent answers to life’s big questions is her jam, and she does it weekly in her group coaching course Wise Adulting (hosted on Ruzuku!). She co-authored the book Access to Power: a Radical Approach for Changing Your Life and since 2004 has helped thousands of people work through conflicts, build community, and do more of what they want with the people they love. Nancy’s a white, multi-ethnic settler, autistic, aromantic, bi-pansexual, non-binary woman who practices solo polyamory and relationship anarchy. Get access to her Trust-Building Worksheet at www.nancyshanteau.com and find her dancing and complicating things on YouTube at http://tinyurl.com/youtubenancyshanteaucoaching.Resources or websites mentioned in this episode:MiraseeRuzukuNancy’s website: NancyShanteau.comFree gift to podcast listeners: Biz Selfie Cheat SheetCredits:Hosts: Ari Iny and Abe CrystalProducer: Michi LantzEditor: Michi LantzExecutive Producer: Danny InyAudio Editor: Marvin del RosarioMusic Soundscape: Chad Michael SnavelyMaking our hosts sound great: Home Brew AudioTo catch the great episodes that are coming up on Course Lab, please follow us on Mirasee FM's YouTube channel or your favorite podcast player. And if you enjoyed the show, please leave us a comment or a starred review. It's the best way to help us get these ideas to more people.Music credits:Track Title: Bossa BBArtist Name: MarieWriter Name: Chelsea McGoughPublisher Name: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONTrack Title: Coo CoosArtist Name: Dresden, The FlamingoWriter Name: Matthew WigtonPublisher Name: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONTrack Title: GraceArtist Name: ShimmerWriter Name: Matthew WigtonPublisher Name: BOSS SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONSTrack Title: Carousel LightsArtist Name: Chelsea McGoughWriter Name: Chelsea McGoughWriter Name: Matthew WigtonPublisher Name: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONPublisher Name: BOSS SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONSSpecial effects credits:24990513_birds-chirping_by_promission used with permission of the author and under license by AudioJungle/Envato Market.Episode transcript: The Subscription Model: More Clients & Recurring Revenue (Nancy Shanteau).
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    28 mins
  • Teaching Accent Confidence: Creating an Impactful Course (Donna Durbin)

    Teaching Accent Confidence: Creating an Impactful Course (Donna Durbin)
    Mar 3 2025
    To grab your free checklist, head to coachesconsole.com/getchecklist.Hear the intriguing journey of Donna Durbin, a pronunciation expert who transitioned from art to online teaching. Discover how she combines innovation and connection, offering tailored courses and global corporate support. She also emphasizes the importance of visibility and being bold in marketing.Donna Durbin is an artist and a Clear English Pronunciation Coach.In this episode, Ari, Abe, and Donna discuss:Donna’s journey from being an artist to developing online coursesThe importance of entrepreneurship and self-promotion in establishing a successful businessThe challenges and strategies in transitioning from in-person to online teachingHer focus on pronunciation and accent reduction for non-native English speakersThe evolution of her teaching method to include a combination of videos, online lessons, and live coachingThe role of digital tools and platforms like Zoom and YouTube in expanding her reachInsights into marketing strategies for growing an online course businessThe significance of embracing new technology and continuous learningHer target audience which consists of professionals seeking to advance their communication skillsThe importance of being visible and proactive in promoting her services“It’s not selling, it’s celebrating. You’ve got to celebrate what you do and share it with people or they don’t know.” — Donna DurbinGuest Bio:Donna Durbin started her entrepreneurial lifestyle at age 25 when she bought her first house in Houston, Texas. This turned into a nine-year creative project of hands-on design, construction, and remodeling. With a “can-do” spirit, Donna learned to refinish floors, lay tile, construct lattice fencing, install A/C ductwork, install a roof, plus float and tape sheetrock. Through that, she built the home of her dreams, complete with a second-story art studio space, swimming pool, and deck — while being married and raising two sons.She launched her first hybrid online course, “The ABCs of an American Accent,” on Ruzuku in 2019. It combines self-study video lessons, feedback, and live coaching in a highly personalized program to transform voices and transform lives. Donna continues to create online pronunciation courses and facilitate live coaching groups and private coaching on Ruzuku.Resources or websites mentioned in this episode:MiraseeRuzukuDonna’s website: ClearEnglishCoach.comSpecial offer for podcast listeners: Free 1st Monday Accent Reduction CoachingDonna’s YouTube channel: @ClearEnglishCoachCredits:Hosts: Ari Iny and Abe CrystalProducer: Michi LantzAssembled by: Fatima FojasExecutive Producer: Danny InyAudio Editor: Marvin del RosarioMusic Soundscape: Chad Michael SnavelyMaking our hosts sound great: Home Brew AudioTo catch the great episodes that are coming up on Course Lab, please follow us on Mirasee FM's YouTube channel or your favorite podcast player. And if you enjoyed the show, please leave us a comment or a starred review. It's the best way to help us get these ideas to more people.Music credits:Track Title: Bossa BBArtist Name: MarieWriter Name: Chelsea McGoughPublisher Name: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONTrack Title: Coo CoosArtist Name: Dresden, The FlamingoWriter Name: Matthew WigtonPublisher Name: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONTrack Title: GraceArtist Name: ShimmerWriter Name: Matthew WigtonPublisher Name: BOSS SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONSTrack Title: Carousel LightsArtist Name: Chelsea McGoughWriter Name: Chelsea McGoughWriter Name: Matthew WigtonPublisher Name: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONPublisher Name: BOSS SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONSSpecial effects credits:24990513_birds-chirping_by_promission used with permission of the author and under license by AudioJungle/Envato Market.Episode transcript: Empowering Voices Globally with an Online Pronunciation Course (Donna Durbin).
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    31 mins
  • Sacred Strategy: Even Intuition Needs a Spreadsheet (Patricia Peters)

    Sacred Strategy: Even Intuition Needs a Spreadsheet (Patricia Peters)
    Feb 17 2025
    To grab your free checklist, head to coachesconsole.com/getchecklist.From athlete to empowering modern shaman, Patricia Peters unveils her strategies for creators to foster online course success. She emphasizes a blend of spirituality and neuroscience, the impact of genuine client connections, and the importance of clear vision and self-honesty in entrepreneurship.Patricia Peters is a Leadership Alchemist for visionary women, former world-class athlete, and founder of Women Unlimited International.In this episode, Ari, Abe, and Patricia discuss:The importance of having a long-term vision for course creatorsPatricia’s transition from running a high-end gym to guiding women entrepreneurs in personal development and spiritualityHow her programs blend ancient wisdom and neuroscience for women's empowermentChallenges in reaching high-achieving women and marketing strategies like networking, JVs, and referrals are coveredPatricia emphasizes honesty and intuition in determining if a client is a good fitThe significance of understanding numbers and profitability is discussedCo-creating courses with clients through pop-up workshopsPatricia shares her approach to creating a safe space for clients to open up“You need to be crystal clear on what you provide, on your core values, on your red flags.” — Patricia PetersGuest Bio:Patricia Peters is a Leadership Alchemist for visionary women, former world-class athlete, and founder of Women Unlimited International. She is also a board-certified holistic psychotherapy practitioner in her home country and a Modern Shaman.Her ancestors are Huguenots, Scandinavians, and even some Vikings in her maternal lineage. Hence her passion for women's inner liberation, empowerment, and self-actualization.Since 1989, Patricia has guided more than 2,000 high-achieving visionary women to freedom and fulfillment beyond the material without sacrificing their success. Her method is rooted in ancient wisdom, is science backed, and helps women to rise above limitations and conditionings that reside in the individual and collective non-consciousness, having been imposed on women over millennia. She empowers women to follow their higher calling while enjoying meaningful abundance on all levels of being. When she’s not working you can most likely find her in the gym, in nature, studying, or enjoying life with loved ones.Resources or websites mentioned in this episode:MiraseeRuzukuPatricia’s website: WomenUnlimited.inCredits:Hosts: Ari Iny and Abe CrystalProducer: Michi LantzEditor: Michi LantzExecutive Producer: Danny InyAudio Editor: Marvin del RosarioMusic Soundscape: Chad Michael SnavelyMaking our hosts sound great: Home Brew AudioTo catch the great episodes that are coming up on Course Lab, please follow us on Mirasee FM's YouTube channel or your favorite podcast player. And if you enjoyed the show, please leave us a comment or a starred review. It's the best way to help us get these ideas to more people.Music credits:Track Title: Bossa BBArtist Name: MarieWriter Name: Chelsea McGoughPublisher Name: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONTrack Title: Coo CoosArtist Name: Dresden, The FlamingoWriter Name: Matthew WigtonPublisher Name: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONTrack Title: GraceArtist Name: ShimmerWriter Name: Matthew WigtonPublisher Name: BOSS SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONSTrack Title: Carousel LightsArtist Name: Chelsea McGoughWriter Name: Chelsea McGoughWriter Name: Matthew WigtonPublisher Name: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONPublisher Name: BOSS SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONSSpecial effects credits:24990513_birds-chirping_by_promission used with permission of the author and under license by AudioJungle/Envato Market.Episode transcript: Sacred Strategy: Even Intuition Needs a Spreadsheet (Patricia Peters) coming soon.
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    28 mins

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