81 - How to Make $20,000/Month Selling Online Courses (Natalie Bacon) Replay

81 - How to Make $20,000/Month Selling Online Courses (Natalie Bacon) Replay

Author: Michael Leonard: Copywriter & Freelance Writing Coach April 17, 2020 Duration: 45:36

One of the reasons I started this podcast was to help learn from people who left their 9-5's to build an online business. Today's guest, Natalie Bacon, is a story is incredibly inspiring as she did just that.

She went from lawyer to financial planner to full-time blogger. Her blog earned over $178K in 2018 and she just started in 2015.  She's relentless in her pursuit of greatness and it shows in all of her content online. 

Here's what you will learn in this episode: 

  • How to make money blogging
  • The power of investing in yourself
  • How to blog and work full-time as a beginner
  • Why a mentor or coach can help you speed up success
  • Mindset hacks to make your brain work for you not against you
  • Understanding how your beliefs are holding you back from success

Resources Mentioned in the Show 

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Best Quotes From The Show

  • "Any obstacle or failure is neutral. You can make it mean whatever you want. I never let an obstacle or failure mean anything negative."
  • "I think people change course too often and dabble. That is holding them back from true success."

Michael Leonard was a professional copywriter earning a solid salary before he walked away from that career in 2017. With no safety net, he built a thriving online writing business from the ground up. In his Inspire Your Success podcast, he gets into the real work behind that transition, moving beyond simple inspiration to offer a practical roadmap. Each conversation is grounded in his experience as a freelance writing coach, focusing on the actionable steps needed to build a sustainable independent career. You’ll hear honest discussions about the mental shifts required to leave a traditional job, the systems that actually generate income, and how to navigate the common pitfalls of entrepreneurship. This isn't about vague motivational talk; it's a detailed look at creating a business that affords more freedom, whether that means paying off debt, traveling, or simply designing a life with more flexibility. Tune in for a blend of strategic business advice and personal development insights, all drawn from Michael’s own journey from a structured 9-5 to successful self-employment. The podcast serves as a direct mentorship for anyone feeling stuck, providing the tangible tools and mindset needed to turn professional aspirations into a working reality.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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