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Jul 16
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SPI 879: Are Online Courses Dead? with M...

Pat Flynn
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#879 It's over. In 2025, courses aren't selling like they used to. So what’s next for online educators? Are we better off giving our knowledge away for free? I’m joined by my friend and business partner Matt Gartland today. Together, we’ve seen tens of thousands of students enroll in our courses over the years. But things are different now. People aren't buying information. Instead, they need help taking action. That's where we come in with a community-powered spin on traditional online learning. But what are the other strategies top creators use to repurpose old course content? Listen in because Matt and I share our thoughts on giving courses away for free to generate leads and build superfans. We also dive into our predictions for the future of online business and suggest areas to focus your energies on. This session is a great look at building sustainable recurring revenue. Tune in! Show notes and more at SmartPassiveIncome.com/session879.

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