# Create and sell an online course

URL: https://gocutline.com/playbooks/start-an-online-course/

Create and sell an online course: Sell one before you build one: a live group shows you what people actually need. 1) Choose one outcome you have reached yourself, which others want and will pay for. 2) Write down the steps you took, and cut anything that is not needed. 3) Sell a small live version to 5 to 10 people before you record anything.

## The steps
1. Choose one outcome you have reached yourself, which others want and will pay for.
2. Write down the steps you took, and cut anything that is not needed.
3. Sell a small live version to 5 to 10 people before you record anything.
4. Teach it live and note where people get stuck.
5. Record it, using the questions they asked.
6. Collect real results and let them do the selling. Never promise results you cannot show.

## Your first move in Cutline
Block 90 minutes to write your promise and message 20 people who fit it.

## Copy this
> Hi [name], I am running a small live group on how to [outcome], over [weeks] weeks, for [price]. I am only taking [number] people. Would this help you right now?

## Make it a block
[Add it to your week in Cutline](https://app.gocutline.com/?plan=Create%20and%20sell%20an%20online%20course%2090%20min%20on%20Monday%20at%209): one click and the time is blocked.

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Cutline: Cutline is a weekly calendar and planner that turns time blocks into XP, levels and streaks. You plan your week in blocks, tick each one off when it is done, and see your progress on a social feed (the Floor) and a weekly leaderboard (the Arena). Planning and budgeting are free; paid plans add a badge, posting, messaging, shared calendars and lower selling fees, from $9 a month. Pro is free to try for 7 days.
Facts: https://gocutline.com/facts/ · Updated 2026-11-06