Summary

Jeff Herring outlines a straightforward method for transforming articles into profitable online courses by breaking them down into modules and content delivery systems.

Abstract

The article by Jeff Herring emphasizes a simplified approach to creating online courses quickly. Herring suggests a three-step process: first, write an article with a list of tips, mistakes, myths, or steps; second, convert each tip into a standalone module; and third, enrich each module with various "content delivery systems," such as text, audio, video, and interactive elements. He illustrates the process with screenshots and assures readers that course creation doesn't need to be overly complicated. Herring also invites readers to visit his Product Creation Hub for more detailed information on product development and shares a brief background about himself, encouraging subscriptions to his content on Medium.

Opinions

Herring expresses frustration with the unnecessary complexity often associated with creating online courses.
He believes that the process of turning an article into a course can be straightforward and efficient.
Herring suggests that by using his method, even those without technical expertise can create multiple courses with ease.
He humorously refers to "content delivery systems" as a way to showcase his expertise, while also simplifying the concept for his audience.
Herring values simplicity and efficiency in product creation and conveys this through his direct and concise writing style.
He is committed to providing value to his readers, as evidenced by his invitation to access additional resources and his encouragement for them to join Medium and support content creators.

How to Create Profitable Courses FAST

From Article to Course

THIS really annoys me!

Welcome to today’s mercifully brief article training. I’m glad you’re here!

I get very annoyed when the simple is made complicated.

Such is the case with all the emphasis you see now on creating courses.

I imagine people all over the online world asking:

Can’t this be made simpler?

Yes it can! Let’s dive in:

Keeping It Simple

Would it be ok with you if we could create lots of courses in just a few steps?

Step 1: Create an article with 3–5 tips, mistakes, myths, steps, etc.

Step 2: Now convert each tip into a module. It will look something like this:

Screenshot by Author who gave himself permission to use ;-)

You: “OK, Jeff, that looks simple enough, but what do I put in each module?”

Me: “I’m so glad you asked because that’s Step 3.”

Step 3: Add a few “content delivery systems” to each module. “Content delivery systems?” Ha! Gotta show off these high priced degrees somehow.

Here’s what this will look like:

Screenshot by Author who again gave himself permission to use ;-)

That’s essentially it. The rest is simply adding the above components.

As I’ve said before, I could make this harder for you, but why?

For more on simple product creation, you’re invited to visit my Product Creation Hub:

Product Creation

This is a lot easier than it’s been made out to be by the “Goo-Roos”

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About Jeff Herring

“I Traded My Couch for a Mouse”

How a Counseling Psychologist Became One of the Good Guys Online

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