A course on building subscription websites. Membership sites aren’t going away any time soon. In fact, they are expanding at an unprecedented rate because people are willing to pay for information that they find useful, and to communicate with other people who share their passions. In these lessons you will learn models for generating revenue; and how to set up and manage the content for your membership site.
From: Nathan Bray
Location: The Foothills of Boise, Idaho
If you’re interested in making money online, then it’s probably because you like the idea of having more freedom to live and work wherever and however you want.
Or, maybe it is simply that you know by working online, that you would be able to reach more people in the world and impact them in a positive way.
The are many benefits of working online, but to make the most of it, you need to choose a business model that supports it.
Believe me when I say that working online on its own does not necessarily equate to an ideal lifestyle; rather the benefits come when you work online in the right way – And I believe that membership sites (and online courses) are definitely the right business models.
Like any business, you will be faced with risk and hard work… so…
Membership sites offer an incredibly appealing alternative to traditional methods of earning an income. And the best part is that they don’t need to be very complex.
Essentially, a membership site is just a website that users pay a fee to access.
This normally works by first providing an audience with some free content and showing them the kind of entertainment, information, or value that you’re capable of providing.
If your content is valuable, your audience will naturally get to know, like and trust you. Which then presents you with opportunities to provide them with offers to subscribe and gain access to your very best content, an exclusive community, or to get frequently updated.
So what’s so different about this, instead of just paying a one-time fee to access a course or digital product? Well for starters, it is easier to convert visitors to paying customers because they won’t need to invest a large amount of money, it’s a low commitment, and they know what they’re getting before they join.
And for you as the owner, the income becomes recurring, and predictable.
Unlike a regular e-commerce site, or one-off product where sales can fluctuate, having a user base of loyal subscribers means that you can practically guarantee that you’ll be able to earn a predictable amount of money each week, month or quarter.
So let’s just say that you charge a membership fee of $97 a month. If your content is good, then you could realistically get and retain 50, 100, or even 1000’s of people on your membership each month.
Of course, a percentage of members may discontinue after their first, second, or third month and so on… but with each passing month that you can grow your membership base, you can continue to build recurring income.
Imagine having 100 members paying $97 each month. Or even 500, or 1000 members each month… The possibilities for generating 4-5 figure incomes a month are endless!
So how can you get started with a membership site?
The first step is to take action, and acquire the knowledge you will need to confidently move forward. And with that being said, I’ve created a course on this exact subject so you can quickly and easily get started.
The Internet makes money for you when you build something that is real and when it matters to people! - Darren Rowse
Here is what you get when you join...
A course on building subscription websites. Membership sites aren’t going away any time soon. In fact, they are expanding at an unprecedented rate because people are willing to pay for information that they find useful, and to communicate with other people who share their passions. In these lessons you will learn models for generating revenue; […]
There are over 2 dozen lessons but I’ll be there to support you along the way! Not only are all of the lessons in written format, but videos will also be available to walk you each concept.
You will also receive special bonus resources such as:
Plus opportunities to connect with me for one-one coaching calls, or done for you services.
By the time you finish this course, you will have a thorough understanding of the membership model and a solid head start on launching your own site.
I hope to see you in the course and welcome you to the community!
If you have questions or concerns, please email:
nathan@creativewebpros.com
| Module 1 | Introduction | |
|---|---|---|
| Lesson 1 | What You Will Learn In This Course | |
| Lesson 2 | Why Membership Sites are Lucrative | |
| Lesson 3 | An Explanation of the Membership Model | |
| Lesson 4 | Membership Site Components [Demo] | |
| Lesson 5 | 6 Types of Membership Websites | |
| Lesson 6 | 4 Membership Platform Alternatives | |
| Lesson 7 | Successful Membership Examples | |
| Lesson 8 | Summary of Steps to Get There | |
| Lesson 9 | Membership Course Resource List | |
| Module 2 | Prepare | |
| Lesson 1 | 5W1H Process for Membership Sites | |
| Lesson 2 | Researching the Right Niche | |
| Lesson 3 | What is your promise? | |
| Lesson 4 | Developing an Exit Strategy | |
| Lesson 5 | What to Offer In Your Membership Site | |
| Lesson 6 | Attainable Content Ideas | |
| Module 3 | Price | |
| Lesson 1 | Targets | |
| Lesson 2 | Pricing your membership | |
| Lesson 3 | Payment Models | |
| Lesson 4 | Increasing the Value of Your Membership | |
| Module 4 | Build | |
| Lesson 1 | Top Membership Site Platforms and Plugins | |
| Lesson 2 | Create Your Core Membership Content | |
| Lesson 3 | Domain Names and Hosting | |
| Lesson 4 | Installing Membership Site Software | |
| Lesson 5 | Configure Your Payment Gateways | |
| Module 5 | Promote | |
| Lesson 1 | SEO How to get a high page rank | |
| Lesson 2 | Content Marketing Basics | |
| Lesson 3 | Social Media | |
| Lesson 4 | Finding New Routes to Market | |
| Lesson 5 | Email Marketing Basics | |
| Lesson 6 | Optimization and Member Retention | |
| Module 6 | Maintain | |
| Lesson 1 | Maintaining Your Membership Site | |
| Lesson 2 | Summary and Action Steps |
Not only do you get step by step lessons, you also get recommendations of my favorite resources.
Reply to any lesson to create a discussion thread on that subject. Talk with others in my group who are taking the course, ask me questions, and get feedback about the exercises.
You will be kept up to date and guided through your lessons and projects with friendly email reminders.
Do you have specific questions? Paid subscribers qualify for private support and limited consulting offers.
Paid subscribers receive access to the source files for the projects we work on. This may include Google Sheets, Docs, or handouts.
My resource library has fresh content and tools so you can access what you want, when you want it.
If you have questions or concerns, please email:
nathan@creativewebpros.com
Making progress with a website or digital marketing project can be both difficult and time consuming. I would like to share with you many of the key insights I’ve discovered from my own experience that can provide a significant boost of positive results.
Here are 3 ways that I can help you:
1. Learn from my free articles and videos on this site. Topics range from UX and User Centric Design, to planning, discovery, money, strategy, design, and more.
2. Subscribe, and get additional access to my offers. Free content is helpful, but once inside you will gain access to additional resources, tools, checklists, progress tracking, and standard operating procedures which you may implement in your own business.
3. To hire me to help with your project, CLICK HERE to schedule a time to talk on the phone.
Currently, you will get one full year access to the content online. The reason for this is because I expect to develop these courses and add more value over time. What works next year, may be different than what is working today.
Not at all. My courses are for anyone who want to learn more about user experience, building websites, and even money and metrics. I want you to get your online business started on the right foot and do my best to cover step-by-step frameworks that anyone can use. You get simple, practical information that can be put to use right away.
Eventually I will offer a monthly option. But for the initial launch of this site it is more effective for me to offer a flat fee. Most of the content I have outlined is available for you in the site, but there may be times where I still need to post a video, or add a worksheet, etc. I consider you to be a pilot member and your participation and feedback will also help to improve the content and flow. Future releases will add more value and I will actually be charging a higher price for new members.
Plus, there is already a ton of content and I just don’t expect that anyone would have the time to fully grasp and practice all of the concepts from any of my courses in a single 1-month term. So as to not become overwhelmed it’s better to move through a lesson every few days and absorb it at your own pace, ask questions, etc.
No. I do not advertise a money back guarantee because of the nature of digital products. You cannot “unlearn” what I give you access to and some of this material has taken me literally years to produce or hundreds of hours of research, trial, and error.
I do stand behind my content, products, and services so if you find that it’s not for you and the materials do not help you then please reach out. I would also encourage you to watch some of my YouTube videos, follow me on Facebook, or join my email list if you are on the fence.
If you would like to schedule a 30 minute discovery call I would also be happy to answer your pre-sale questions and walk you through what you get before you join.
Yes. I do offer scholarships on a case by case basis. If you are a student with financial constraints then please reach out. All I ask is that you simply email me and tell me a little bit about yourself, why you want to join, and what your current circumstance is. I would be happy for the opportunity to give back to the freelance community.
If you need help at any time, you can email me at nathan@creativewebpros.com
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