Ever tried assembling IKEA furniture without instructions? That’s what launching a course without testing feels like! In this episode, we dive into beta launching—your secret weapon for course validation. A beta launch isn’t about perfection; it’s about testing, learning, and refining before scaling your course. You’ll walk away with a clear strategy to gather feedback, fine-tune your content, and build with confidence.

Key Takeaways:

✔️ Why beta launching is the ultimate test for your course

✔️ Overcoming perfectionism—your course will never be "perfect" from day one

✔️ How to gather real-time feedback and make improvements

✔️ The importance of iteration before a full-scale launch

Timestamps:

⏳ [03:23] – The IKEA analogy: Launching a course without testing is a recipe for disaster

⏳ [06:10] – What exactly is a beta launch?

⏳ [09:40] – Why exactly is beta launching so important?

⏳ [18:04] – Instructional Design in the Real World: Perfect Pancakes

Your Next Steps:

🚀 Ready to beta test your course? Start small and gather feedback from real students!

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