Business idea · Education
Online Course for Yacht Crew Skills Development
Online Course for Yacht Crew Skills Development: This business creates and sells online courses that teach essential skills for yacht crew members, including safety certifications, customer service, and operational protocols. It was pitched on The Side Hustle Show, hosted by Nick Loper, in the episode "602: $10k/mo On The Side Sharing What You Already Know" (aired April 4, 2024).
At a glance
| Podcast | The Side Hustle Show |
|---|---|
| Hosted by | Nick Loper |
| Episode | 602: $10k/mo On The Side Sharing What You Already Know |
| Aired | April 4, 2024 |
| Category | Education |
| Real companies on the episode | Super Yacht Sunday School |
The problem it solves
New yacht crew members often lack formal training and guidance on essential skills needed for their roles. Existing training resources are scattered and may not provide comprehensive or industry-specific content tailored to yacht operations.
How it makes money
One-time purchase for courses with optional monthly subscription for ongoing content updates.
Skills you need
Expertise in yacht operations and crew management. Curriculum development and instructional design. Video production and editing skills for course creation. Marketing skills to promote the courses effectively.
The market, and why this works now
The rise of online learning platforms, such as Teachable, provides a solid foundation for launching an online course focused on yacht crew skills development. A practical first-revenue move could involve advertising the courses on yacht-related subreddits, where potential customers actively seek training resources. A significant risk to consider is the competition from established maritime training organizations that may have more resources for marketing and credibility, making it challenging for a new entrant to gain visibility in the market.
Our analysis, written after the episode. Not a quote from the show.
Real companies discussed on this episode
- Super Yacht Sunday School
Founded by Hugo Ortega, Super Yacht Sunday School is an online course and community designed for individuals who aspire to work on super yachts. The platform offers coaching, training sessions, and resources tailored to helping students navigate the complexities of the yachting industry.
Where this idea came from
Podcast: The Side Hustle Show, hosted by Nick Loper
Episode: 602: $10k/mo On The Side Sharing What You Already Know
Aired:
Summarized from the episode transcript. The show does not say which speaker raised each idea, so we credit the show, not a person.