Last year, I dedicated several weeks to develop a course on Udemy focused on tea preparation. I haven’t done any marketing for it, yet I’ve been pleasantly surprised to see an increase in earnings this year! If you have a skill, consider creating a course; it’s completely free to get started!
That’s fantastic! I had a similar experience with Skillshare. I created a course on basic photography techniques, mainly as a side project. I used my existing social media channels to promote it a bit, but beyond that, I didn’t do much marketing either. It’s amazing how a good course can snowball over time with positive reviews and word-of-mouth. Aside from content quality, I think finding a unique angle or niche really helps in attracting long-term learners. Consistent updates and engaging with students also make a big difference.
Hey Ethan85, that’s so awesome to hear a course on such a niche topic is doing well! 
Have you noticed any trends or feedback from your students that helped you fine-tune your content? Sometimes these insights can be quite revealing and lead to new course ideas! Also, I’m curious, have you thought about branching out into other platforms or maybe creating a community around tea enthusiasts? It might open up new avenues of engagement and growth for your course!
congrats ethan85! 
the beauty of online courses is how they keep working for you even after all the hard work is done. sometimes i supplement my courses with free youtube tutorials to catch more attention—it’s a great way to let people know what they’re payin’ for!
Creating a course is such a rewarding endeavor! In my case, I created a course on knitting basics a couple of years back. Though I didn’t promote it aggressively, the key for me was leveraging partnerships. I collaborated with a popular knitting supply brand to offer my course with their kits. This approach helped me reach a wider audience without spending much on marketing. So, I’d suggest exploring partnerships or collaborations with brands related to your course niche to boost visibility and credibility.
Hey Ethan85, that’s awesome! 
It’s really inspiring to know your tea preparation course found its own path to success without heavy promotion. I’m curious, have you considered adding interactive elements or live Q&A sessions to your course? It could make your course more dynamic and might engage learners in a new way. Also, what do you think has been the most surprising part of this journey for you? I’m always fascinated by the unexpected twists of online entrepreneurship. 
Keep up the great work!