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Online courses
Best lights and lighting setup for online courses and webinars
If you want good lighting for your online course or webinar, get our list of the best lighting setup options. We did the research to bring you a streamlined list. -
Marketing and sales
3 effective ways to display testimonials on your website
Customer testimonials are a powerful way to build trust and boost your bottom line. Here's how to display testimonials on your website to do just that. -
How to
How to name your community and subscription levels
Not sure what to name your community? This guide is for you. Learn how to choose the right membership names for your site and subscription levels. -
Marketing and sales
The digital creator's guide to creating landing pages that convert
If you want to build your audience, landing pages are a must-have. Learn how to convert more visitors and grow your online business in this landing page guide. -
Marketing and sales
How to write a compelling About page in 4 steps
A great About page helps potential customers get to know (and love) you and your brand. Learn how to write an About page with these 4 tips. -
How to
How to pre-launch your online course for your best launch day ever
Build excitement -- and your email list -- by pre-launching your online course. Learn how to pre-launch courses with Podia and go above and beyond sales goals on launch day. -
Email marketing
6 email metrics to start tracking A.S.A.P.
Are you measuring the right email metrics? Track these 6 email marketing metrics to make the most of your email strategy. -
Creator stories
How Natalie Sisson went from stuck 9-to-5 to free entrepreneur
If you’re growing an online business, it’s worth studying successful entrepreneurs leading the pack. Here’s how Natalie Sisson grows a thriving brand. -
Digital downloads
How long should your ebook be (and why)?
If you’re putting out an ebook, you might be wondering -- how long should an ebook be? If so, read our tips on ebook length (and reasons), plus pricing ideas. -
Creator stories
How Jay Acunzo uses Podia to help creators "make what matters"
Being an entrepreneur can mean facing unpredictable challenges. Here's how Jay Acunzo adapted to an online-only world and grew a thriving online business. -
Podia updates
New feature: Background images for any page section 🖼️
Background images have been one of the most requested features for Podia, and we're happy to announce they're now live. Control your branding more than ever before. -
Online courses
The ultimate formula for launching and growing your online course
Build and launch your online course with a tried-and-true formula that helps you find your target audience, nail your content, and engage paying customers. -
Email marketing
5 ethical, proven strategies to make money with your email list
If you’re growing an email list, here’s how to grow your business alongside it. Get these five key ways to make money with an email list (the right way). -
How to
Give your customers more of what they want with product bundles
Give your customers everything they need to meet their goals -- and boost your bottom line -- with product bundles. -
How to
16 successful creators weigh in on making your first online sale
Starting your first online business? Learn how to make your first sale from entrepreneurs who have been there, done that, and are sharing their tips. -
Marketing and sales
The creator's guide to organic vs. paid social media marketing
Should you use organic or paid social media marketing to sell digital products? Find out how they compare and why you should use both in your business. -
How to
How to pre-sell your online course & start making money ASAP
When you pre-sell courses, you can collect pre-orders and make money before your online course launches -- or even before you finish creating it. Here's how. -
Entrepreneurship
The future of the creator economy: 10 bold predictions for the next 10 years
Look to the future with Podia CEO, Spencer Fry, and his ten predictions about the creator economy for the next 10 years. Plus, why they matter for you. -
Online courses
How to shut down an online course gracefully
If you want to retire your online course without losing customers or damaging your brand’s reputation, follow our 4 steps to shut down an online course gracefully. -
How to
How to create a better online course experience with drip content
Drip course content keeps your students engaged from day one until the end of your course. Learn how, why, and when to drip your course content with Podia.