Hey there! I’m Kate from Hello Funnels, and in this episode of the Doing It Online Business podcast, I’m excited to share my secrets for dominating Black Friday promotions.

After years of navigating the chaotic Black Friday season (and yes, plenty of stress!), I’ve perfected a day-by-day promo calendar that turns excitement into crazy conversions.

I’ll guide you through avoiding the noise of big competitors and reveal my exclusive strategy to make your Black Friday offers stand out with a fun, irresistible twist.

Trust me, it’s a total game-changer! Plus, I’m throwing in a free Black Friday promo calendar download with all the details to help you kick off your success.

Let’s jump in and make your Black Friday promotion a massive hit!

00:00 Getting Ready for Black Friday

01:23 Cutting Through the Noise

03:20 The Power of Early Promotions

04:34 Making Black Friday Fun

05:53 Creating Exclusivity and FOMO

07:40 Leveraging Scarcity and Urgency

08:48 Ensuring Immediate Purchases

09:28 Black Friday Magic Bundle

10:42 Conclusion and Thank You

Hey everyone! I’m Kate from Hello Funnels, and in this episode of Doing It Online Business podcast, I’m excited to share my insider tips on turning Black Friday into a launch warmup strategy.

After years of navigating the chaos of Black Friday sales (and yes, some epic flops), I’ve discovered how smart course creators like me can set the stage for massive success in January and February.

I’ll break down the big mistakes I’ve seen—and made—during Black Friday, then reveal my proven tactic: crafting a bite-sized offer that preps your audience for your biggest launch.

Trust me, it’s a total game-changer! Also you can grab my Black Friday promo calendar here and kickstart your strategic planning.

Let’s jump in and make this Black Friday a launchpad for your course business success!

00:00 Common Black Friday Mistakes to Avoid

02:08 Why Bundling Random Stuff Doesn't Work

04:37 The Importance of Novelty in Your Offer

05:44 Creating a Strategic Black Friday Offer

07:26 Using Black Friday as a Taste Test

08:39 Crafting the Perfect Bite-Sized Offer

14:45 Ensuring Your Offer is an Easy Yes

18:20 Final Tips for a Successful Black Friday

20:30 Conclusion and Next Steps

Hey there! I’m Kate from Hello Funnels, and in this episode of my Doing It Online Business podcast, I’m excited to share the three systems that keep my sales rolling while I’m away on holidays.

After years of stressing over business during family vacations (yes, sneaking laptop checks at the beach!), I’ve finally nailed these strategies to grow my business effortlessly.

I’ll break down each system—like my content engine (don't have one? Be sure to grab my 7-Day Payday), profit funnel, and evergreen launch campaigns—and show you how they work together to bring in sales 24/7.

Trust me, it’s a total game-changer! I’ll also toss in a bonus tip on planning holidays strategically and point you to my free masterclass for all the templates to steal these setups.

Let’s jump in and set up your business to thrive while you sip cocktails on your next getaway!

00:00 The Reality of Running a Business

01:24 Preparing for a Family Vacation

03:07 System 1: The Content Engine

04:22 Maximizing the Content Engine

07:01 System 2: The Profit Funnel

10:10 System 3: Monthly Evergreen Launch Campaigns

11:18 Running Your Business on Autopilot

13:21 Conclusion and Masterclass

Hey there! I’m Kate from Hello Funnels, and in this episode of Doing Your Online Business podcast, I’m excited to share the scoop on micro-magnets and how they’re revolutionizing list growth in 2025.

After years of testing (and yeah, some epic fails), I’ve nailed down a simple 20-minute-a-week strategy that’s exploding my email list and social media following like crazy.

I’ll break down the old-school lead magnet mistakes I used to make and reveal my secret weapon: micro-magnets that boost engagement and reactivate my audience.

Trust me, it’s a total game-changer! Plus, I’ll give you a peek at my Automate It challenge where you can grab my proven funnel templates to skyrocket your sales.

Let’s jump in and supercharge your list and socials with this micro-magnet magic!

00:00 The Problem with Traditional Lead Magnets

01:19 Boosting Social Media Engagement with Lead Magnets

02:18 The ManyChat Funnel Trend

03:27 Real-Life Success with Micro Magnets

04:33 Lead Magnets in 2025: Beyond List Building

06:44 The Shift from Mega Magnets to Micro Magnets

08:40 The Old Way vs. The New Way of Lead Magnets

09:28 The Problems with Big Lead Magnets

12:31 Introducing Micro Magnets

16:07 The 20 by 20 Rule for Micro Magnets

17:42 Leveraging AI for Micro Magnet Creation

Hey there! I’m Kate from Hello Funnels, and in this episode of Doing Your Online Business podcast, I’m excited to share my 2025 playbook for starting an online course business from scratch.

After years of building my business (and yes, a few messy restarts), I’ve figured out the exact steps to rebuild from zero and turn it into a profitable venture fast.

I’ll break down the three profitable problems I’d focus on and reveal my mini funnel strategy to grow your audience and sales without breaking the bank.

Trust me, it’s a total game-changer! I’ll also give you a peek at my Automate It challenge coming in September, where I’ll hand over all the AI prompts and templates to kickstart your 2025 success.

Let’s jump in and build your online course empire from the ground up together!

00:00 The Changing Landscape of 2025

01:39 Identifying Profitable Problems

03:14 Forever Human Problems

04:59 Navigating Change and Disruption

06:46 Human Connection and Experiences

12:24 Validating Your Idea

13:48 Building Your Mini Funnel

18:57 Conclusion and Next Steps

Hey there! I’m Kate from Hello Funnels, and in this episode of Doing Your Online Business podcast I'm spilling the beans on how to AI-proof your course business with three smart strategies using AI itself—perfect if you’re a course creator or coach looking to stay ahead without stress.

After diving deep into AI tools for years, I’ve crafted a system that boosts my profitability and client experience, and now I’m sharing my top picks like custom AI agents—plus, grab my free AI guide to start transforming your business without a steep learning curve.

Let’s jump in and find out how AI enhances can enhance your client experiences and your profit.

01:38 Increasing Profitability with AI

03:59 Enhancing Client Experience with AI

06:40 Real-Life Examples of AI in Action

11:08 Creating a Competitive Edge with AI

11:49 Speed and Efficiency: The New Norm

13:17 Leveraging AI for Rapid Growth

15:01 Conclusion: Start Small, Think Big

Hey there! I’m Kate from Hello Funnels, and in this episode of Doing Your Online Business podcast, I’m dishing out the juicy details on ditching SamCart’s crazy price hikes for better checkout tools in 2025.

After years of navigating online course tech (and yeah, plenty of headaches), I’ve uncovered the best alternatives that save me money and keep my business running smooth.

I’ll break down why SamCart’s switch to a percentage model hit me with a $900 bill and reveal my top picks like Spiffy and ThriveCart as game-changing checkout solutions.

Trust me, it’s a total relief! Plus, I’ll give you a peek at my tech stack guide where you can grab all the resources to switch to affordable checkout tools for your courses.

Let’s jump in and find the perfect checkout solution to boost your online course game in 2025!

00:00 SamCart's Shocking Price Hike

01:23 SamCart's Pricing Controversy

03:05 Criteria for Choosing a Checkout Solution

05:50 ThriveCart: Pros and Cons

07:20 Discovering Spiffy

09:01 Pricing and Budget Options

09:59 Warning for SamCart Users

12:01 Final Thoughts on Checkout Solutions

Hey everyone! I’m Kate from Hello Funnels, and in this episode of Doing Your Online Business podcast, I’m excited to share my top three Facebook ads secrets that transformed my online course business.

After years of experimenting (and yes, a fair share of costly mistakes), I’ve uncovered these game-changing strategies that saved me time and money while boosting my sales.

I’ll reveal the insider tips, like using ads to grow your audience and tracking the perfect sales timeline, to help you avoid the pitfalls I faced.

Trust me, these secrets are a total game-changer for course creators! Plus, I’ll introduce my 7-Day Payday AI template to set up a high-converting funnel fast.

Let’s jump in and start making your Facebook ads and funnels work like magic for your online course success!

00:00 Welcome and Overview

01:01 Secret #1: The Real Power of Facebook Ads

02:00 Human Psychology and Ad Engagement

02:47 The Impact of Paid Ads on Social Media Growth

04:30 Secret #2: The Crucial Metric for Ad Success

05:10 Understanding Your Business's Unique Metrics

07:51 The Importance of a Proven Funnel

08:44 Secret #3: Common Mistakes in Ad Campaigns

09:21 Proactive Ad Management Strategies

11:38 Final Tips for Running Profitable Ads