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Never Give Up On Your Online Course Idea
Note: This article was originally published on 25th April 2016, and updated in June 2022. Author: Sarah Cordiner I remember when my education business was just an idea. When it all seemed so difficult, impossible, terrifying, overwhelming.. (ok, it can still be all of these things at times!!) But just like you, I had a…
11 Ways To Beat Self-Doubt & Imposter Syndrome When Creating Online Courses
11 Ways To Beat Self-Doubt & Imposter Syndrome When Creating Online Courses Before we go into the 11 tips, here are a couple of videos in overcoming common fears, self-doubts and the inner imposter when ‘putting yourself out there’ as an expert….. Imposter syndrome kicks in when we spend more time focusing on the…
How To Deal With Your Doubters & Naysayers
How To Deal With Your Doubters & Naysayers Business can be tough and lonely at the best of times; but trying to forge a pathway for ourselves when we have people around us who actively oppose, ridicule, judge, belittle or condescend us for your edupreneurial plans, can be soul crushing. My family and closest…
13 Ways To Beat Your Competition
13 Ways To Beat Your Competition We are always going to have competition. Instead of worrying about them, focus on being better than them. In this article, I will share 13 tips with you that will help you get ahead of the pack – and stay there! Don’t Be Afraid To Look via GIPHY When…
Should You Be A Qualified Authority To Teach An Online Course?
Should You Be A Qualified Authority To Teach An Online Course? A few years ago, a group of my friends and I all decided to treat ourselves to a special experience to lift our moods after what had been a tough few weeks. We all chipped in and privately hired a boat to take us…
Inspiration or Shameless Plagiarism?
Inspiration or Shameless Plagiarism? What is plagiarism in business? And what would you do if it happened to you? Read on for a REAL example….. So I woke up yesterday morning, fed and dressed my tiny humans, then sat at my desk with a luke-warm coffee in hand. “Click”. Facebook opened up, and the first…
The ONE Thing That Separates Successful & Unsuccessful People
The ONE Thing That Separates Successful and Unsuccessful People Success does NOT happen overnight, and it certainly isn’t easy! There will be days when you’ll want to bury your head in the sand, but if you have just simple dedication, I promise, you will get there. This is my 15th year of being in business;…
What If You’re Too Young or Too Old To Create an Online Course?
“I’m Too Old or Too Young to Create an Online Course!” Ever heard yourself say this? If so, this article is for you… What amazes me about course creation is that the younger people think they are too young and the older people think they are too old to be out there…
Do You Get Triggered in Business?
Do You Get Triggered in Business? There I was, scrolling through Facebook when I came across a post about whether or not the term ‘boss mum‘ was appropriate or acceptable to mothers who run their own businesses with staff. It was a simple question that you might expect would have ‘yes’ or ‘no’ answers depending…
What To Do If You’re Afraid That Nobody Will Buy Your Online Course
What To Do If You’re Afraid That Nobody Will Buy Your Online Course “What If Nobody Buys It?” Ever heard yourself say this when thinking about creating your online course? If so, this article is for you…. The fear of rejection can stop so many of us from ever even attempting to go…