It's very important to give your audience a context for your content so they can actually use your information. The definition of a context is a set of circumstances, facts, definitions that surrounds the particular event, situation or a set of information that gives it meaning. I learned this the hard way several years ago when I led my first workshop. I began the training and realized half the audience didn't even know what I was talking about, eyes began to glaze over. They did not have the … [Read more...]

There are two mistakes that can stop you from creating your money-making products before you even begin. Don't give in to these common mistakes. By deciding to create information products, you can multiply your time and efforts with a low investment. These mistakes are not about the difficulty of technology when creating your information products. It can actually be quite easy to create valuable resources. The mistakes aren't about getting your knowledge and information out of your head and … [Read more...]

I know you've heard it said before, but what you resist persists and what you focus on grows. When people decide they are going to create an information product they get excited but many times fear sets in. It's important to focus on what you can do instead of fear. Humans have something that distinguishes us from any other species; it's the power of choice and the power to exercise our will. If you go around reacting to the negative, focusing on it and allowing it to paralyze then you are not … [Read more...]

One of the biggest questions people who want to begin an online business and sell their products is how to actually make any money since it seems everyone is giving away free stuff. They ask "Why would anyone actually buy anything if you can get everything for free?" There are many people making money online with their information. It is true that most websites are giving away a free taste of their products and services but there is a method to this madness. It's like the free taste they give … [Read more...]

If you want to succeed having an online business, there are several skills I recommend to make your success easier. These skills are not as difficult as you might imagine because of easy to use technologies. If you master these skills, they can help you take advantage of huge online opportunities. Several years ago, I was invited as a guest on Oprah's XM radio show to talk about spirituality and Law of Attraction. This was a huge opportunity that fell into my lap. I described on the show my … [Read more...]

This is one of the biggest frustrations I hear when people want to start an online information product business. Many people get stuck trying to determine what and how much to give away. They see everyone giving things away and wonder how to create a sustainable business this way. "But everyone is giving everything away for free on the internet, I can't make any money doing that!" This is actually not the case with people who are being successful with an online information business. Let's … [Read more...]

When I'm coaching a new student who wants to turn their knowledge and information into a product, there are a few barriers that come up often. Here are 5 barriers I've noticed that keep some people from leveraging the power of the internet and easy product creation. Barrier 1: Fear of the Unknown This is the ultimate barrier to creating the life you want in any area. Many people get really excited when they see the possibilities and then when it actually comes down to following through and … [Read more...]