Stevie Says Social Podcast

The FIRST big question you might be asking if you've ever thought of creating and launching an online course is is like.. which TOPIC should I choose?If course creation has been on the cards for you for a while but fear, overwhelm and "which topic should I run with" has held you back til now, I'm breaking down EXACTLY how to choose a profitable online course topic both you and your students will love.If you're sick of swapping time for money, catering to the whims of multiple demanding clients and hitting an income ceiling with no more hours left in your day, this episode is for you!I'm hosting an exclusive, live private training **NEXT WEEK (Thursday, 3rd December to be exact)** where I will be sharing the exact step-by-step roadmap  for service providers (I'm looking at you freelancers, coaches, 9-5'ers, service-based business peeps ) interested in swapping clients for a course in 2021.  Want to come?Full show notes for all episodes can be found at https://thecourseca

"What is the best way to sell my online course?" - says every aspiring course creator, ever.I've tried live launches, evergreen sales funnels, and everything in between, and I have a strong opinion.Want to know which method I recommend? Let's dive in!Full show notes for all episodes can be found at https://thecoursecartel.com/podcast/--------Want more?

Happy birthday to me!Happy birthday to me!Happy birthday to Stevie Says Social!Happy birthday to me!A big three years old today.Out of the toddler years. Standing on my own two feet. And finding my way in the (big, bad, amazing) online marketing world. And, what a wild ride it's been.This year in particular brought a unique set of challenges as I juggled motherhood and business for the first time, and navigated a change of direction as my business, expertise and goals matured.In today's podcast episode, I'm reflecting on the past three years and looking forward to the future. Come along for the ride!Full show notes for all episodes can be found at https://thecoursecartel.com/podcast/--------Want more?

"Do I need a big audience to launch an online course?"This is hands down the most common question that service providers have been considering swapping clients for courses.And it's a valid one, especially if you're considering launching an online course with a tiny audience or non-existent email list (I mean, who has time to 'grow an audience' when you have a full roster of clients to contend with?)Here's my short answer:Yes, you need PEOPLE to sell your course to.But, is this the same as having a large, warm, engaged audience of people already on your email list?No, not necessarily.Let's dive into what role 'audience' plays in the sales for your online course, and how to approach growth if you are starting with a tiny audience.Full show notes for all episodes can be found at https://thecoursecartel.com/podcast/--------Want more?

Stuck spending late nights googling which course platform or tech you need to create an online course?If you're still 'thinking' about creating an online course but you haven't yet gotten started, my guess is that the answer is yes.Obsessing over online course tech and software is one of the biggest blocks that stop people from getting started.It's course-procrastination at its finest!Let me overcome this hurdle for you and break down the tech and software you need to create your online course, and my recommendations for tools and platforms.Full show notes for all episodes can be found at https://thecoursecartel.com/podcast/--------Want more?

"I don't have time..." - says everyone, always.We're all busy. Ten busy.Throw a business and kids into the mix and you can dial that baby up to eleven and beyond.But there's one thing I know for damn sure: doing the same thing over and over and expecting a different result isn't going to change that for you.Full show notes for all episodes can be found at https://thecoursecartel.com/podcast/--------Want more?

If you've THOUGHT about launching a digital product, one of the first questions you would likely have had is WHAT to create - a course, a membership, or a smaller digital product like an eBook? I have experience in all three, and in today's podcast episode I am going to tell exactly which one I think you should focus on, and why.Full show notes for all episodes can be found at https://thecoursecartel.com/podcast/--------Want more?

Ever wanted a sneak peek behind the scenes of a successful online course launch to see what REALLY happened? The good, the bad... and the "lessons and learnings" for next time?If so, this episode is for YOU.Full show notes for all episodes can be found at https://thecoursecartel.com/podcast/--------Want more?

Sooo.. how many sales did you make with Instagram last week? Awkward silence Crickets Clears throat and shifts awkwardly in seatLet me guess: Zero? Aaaaand... how much time did you spend on the platform scrolling, posting, all of the things? Maaaaybe more than you'd care to admit? If so, this episode is for YOU.We're covering my NEW four step process for making sales from Instagram, without spending all of your time posting.Things on the platform have changed in the last while, and I want to make sure you aren't implementing old strategies and wasting your precious time doing things that just don't move the needle anymore.Full show notes for all episodes can be found at https://thecoursecartel.com/podcast/--------Want more?

"You need to build an audience of people to sell to!" - says every marketer, ever."BUT HOW?!", I hear you cry.Building your audience - especially when you are just starting out - can feel overwhelming, frustratingly slow, and plain difficult to do.Whether you're just starting out or you're looking to build a larger audience, it's useful to remember that EVERYONE starts from scratch.You. Me. Gary Vee. Joe Rogan.EVERYONE.We all started with zero followers, zero email list, and zero customers and clients.The most important thing is that you START.In today's podcast episode, we are covering three ways to build your audience - whether you're starting from scratch, or you're ready to take your audience growth to the next level.So, let's dive in eh?Full show notes for all episodes can be found at https://thecoursecartel.com/podcast/--------Want more?

Instagram Stories Highlights are one of the most overlooked, but super valuable, features of the Instagram platform. Your highlights feature front-and-centre on your profile when potential followers check you out, and so they are a valuable piece of Instagram real estate.Are you giving them the time and attention they deserve?In today's podcast episode, we are covering seven ways you can leverage Instagram Highlights in your business to extend the shelf life of your Instagram Stories, give new followers a stand out first impression of your brand and your business, build the know-like-trust factor, and help you make real sales from the Instagram platform, too!Full show notes for all episodes can be found at https://thecoursecartel.com/podcast/--------Want more?

Put your hands up if you're a podcast junkie!I know I am.In fact, I can credit a hell of the lot of the knowledge I've gained over the past few years to my obsessive consumption of podcasts.As a way to grow your knowledge and expertise for free (without needing to spend four years completing a university degree), podcast is up there with the best.But!Your podcast consumption has a downside.It's called... drum roll, please... shiny object syndrome, and if left unchecked it can wreak some serious havoc on your marketing strategy, your business and your bottom line.In this episode, we're talking about why you might want to consider stopping listening to podcasts.. or if it's a thought you can't bear, what you can do instead!Let's do this!Full show notes for all episodes can be found at https://thecoursecartel.com/podcast/--------Want more?

It ALL goes down in the DM.The Instagram DM, that is!If you haven't given too much attention to your Instagram DM Sales Strategy in the past, you are missing out on leads and sales.Why?Because your DM is a sales channel.It is one of the most powerful places to connect with your potential customers and clients.It is a space to serve, to overcome objections, to get to know your followers more.. and ultimately, if the time is right for them, to turn them into clients and customers.In this podcast episode, I am revealing a few of the nuggets included in my new Instagram program around this very topic to show you the power of DM, and why it needs to be a (huge) part of your Instagram sales strategy.Here are a few Instagram DM Sales Strategy secrets we cover in the episode:Four ways you can use Instagram DM to build your business (without ever needing to leave the Instagram platform)The three step strategy for systematically generating sales from your Instagram DMHow to use Instagram Stories, Lives and IGTV to

Want to sell stuff on Instagram? Of course, you do.Here’s the thing, though.Blindly following crappy advice from so-called ‘social media experts’ won’t help you do it.Especially when it seems like every second person on the Internet these days is dishing out dodgy, outdated, and untested ‘expert advice’ on how to hack the algorithm. The volume of silly myths and old information out there is truly mind-boggling, and honestly? It makes me mad. So,  I’ve decided to dedicate this podcast episode to sharing five killer Instagram strategies that are working right now.Want to know what REALLY matters when it comes to selling on Instagram in 2020?Listen closely.I’m about to share EVERYTHING you need to know.Full show notes for all episodes can be found at https://thecoursecartel.com/podcast/--------Want more?

It's no secret that my Signature Social Media Program, Hashtags Aren’t the Answer, is my best selling course.Hundreds of students have graduated from it.It’s had hundreds of testimonials.There's been multiple six-figure launches.And, in full transparency, it brings thousands of dollars into my business every single week.But this week, I’m retiring it.. forever!In this week's episode of the Stevie Says Social podcast, I break down why that is.. and what is coming next!Full show notes for all episodes can be found at https://thecoursecartel.com/podcast/--------Want more?

Want to add $10,000 to your revenue? $100,000? Or, maybe even a MILLION?Good! You should!Often in business, we’re wary of talking about our big revenue goals.We. Shouldn’t. Be.Money is the oxygen of any business, and your revenue is a reflection of your progress.In today’s podcast episode, I’m sharing how I intend to scale my business to a million dollars.. And how you can too.Full show notes for all episodes can be found at https://thecoursecartel.com/podcast/--------Want more?

Two years.Launching at #2 in the Charts.300,000 podcast downloads.  250 five star reviews. 5 one star reviews (gotta be honest, right!). 92 episodes. One extended break. Three seasons.And #6 in the all time best selling Marketing podcasts list. In this episode, I break down how I built my podcast from scratch - and, if you’re thinking about starting a podcast, how you can do it too!Full show notes for all episodes can be found at https://thecoursecartel.com/podcast/--------Want more?

Ever thought about launching an online course, and want a sneaky peek behind the curtain of a successful online course launch to see how it’s done? In the latest Stevie Says Social podcast episode, I break down the recent launch of my signature podcasting course,  Launch Your Wildly Successful Podcast.In it, I reveal my strategy, the exact breakdown of my numbers and debrief the launch live so you can see what worked, what didn’t and what I’ll do differently next time!Full show notes for all episodes can be found at https://thecoursecartel.com/podcast/--------Want more?

Business can be a big ‘ol bitch sometimes.Like when you spend all day grinding out 14 hours of work, only to check your phone and see a scathing one star review on your podcast.Or when you check your emails on a Saturday morning to find a brutal email saying nasty things.Or when you’re so busy and burnt out that you don’t have time to see your friends, but people you’ve never spoken to are personally offended that you didn’t reply to their DM asking for free advice. Today, we talk about some of the 'less than rosy' things in business.Full show notes for all episodes can be found at https://thecoursecartel.com/podcast/--------Want more?

In this bonus episode, I am chatting to Kate Toon on her podcast, The Kate Toon Podcast, all about success. Want to launch a wildly successful podcast? Join my podcasting course here.Full show notes for all episodes can be found at https://thecoursecartel.com/podcast/--------Want more?