Business idea · Education
Online Course Creation
Online Course Creation: Develop and sell online courses that provide value to a specific audience. It was pitched on The Side Hustle Show in the episode "675: Rating 10 Popular Passive Income Ideas with Pat Flynn" (aired June 2, 2025).
At a glance
| Podcast | The Side Hustle Show |
|---|---|
| Hosted by | Nick Loper |
| Episode | 675: Rating 10 Popular Passive Income Ideas with Pat Flynn |
| Aired | June 2, 2025 |
| Category | Education |
| Real companies on the episode | Descript, ThriveCart, Kit, Smart Passive Income, YouTube, SwitchPod |
The problem it solves
Solves the issue of information overload by providing structured learning experiences tailored to specific audiences.
How it makes money
Subscription or one-time purchase for course access, potentially combined with community membership or coaching.
Skills you need
Content creation, instructional design, marketing, and community management.
The market, and why this works now
The rise of platforms like Teachable and Thinkific enables creators to build and sell online courses easily, leveraging their user-friendly interfaces and integrated marketing tools. A practical first-revenue move involves promoting courses in relevant subreddits, such as r/learnprogramming, where users actively seek structured learning resources. However, founders should be aware of the potential for high customer acquisition costs, especially in competitive niches, which can extend the payback window and impact profitability.
Our analysis, written after the episode. Not a quote from the show.
Real companies discussed on this episode
- Descript
Descript is a multimedia editing tool that allows users to edit audio and video files as easily as editing text.
- ThriveCart
ThriveCart is a shopping cart software designed for online businesses to manage their sales and checkout processes efficiently.
- Kit
Kit is a platform that helps content creators manage and promote their affiliate products effectively.
- Smart Passive Income
A platform that provides resources and guidance on generating passive income through various avenues, including books and courses.
- YouTube
A video-sharing platform where users can upload, share, and monetize their video content.
- SwitchPod
A handheld selfie stick and tripod designed for content creators to easily film on the go.
Where this idea came from
Podcast: The Side Hustle Show, hosted by Nick Loper
Episode: 675: Rating 10 Popular Passive Income Ideas with Pat Flynn
Aired:
Summarized from the episode transcript. The show does not say which speaker raised each idea, so we credit the show, not a person.