272. The $2Mil Problem They Didn’t See Coming

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Why Your Ads Aren't The Magic Solution To Scale Your Online Course Business

Discover the expensive mistake that's derailing seven-figure online course businesses – and how to avoid it as you build your freedom empire! 🚀

Ever notice how some course creators hit that magical $2 million mark only to find themselves more stressed, more burnt out, and more confused than ever? After working with 14 different multi-million dollar online businesses, I've spotted a pattern that no one's talking about. These successful entrepreneurs reach their breaking point with content creation and decide to throw money at ads, expecting them to solve everything. But instead of scaling to new heights, they hit a plateau that leaves them frustrated and wondering what went wrong.

The truth? Ads will never make you money. They're simply a firehose bringing more people to your funnels – and if you replace your warm, engaged audience with cold traffic without the right foundation in place, you're setting yourself up for disappointment. When your business hits $2 million, it's not just about adding more fuel to the fire; it's about understanding the natural S-curve of business growth and preparing for it.

“There's not an ad on the planet that will ever make you money. Ads are just more people coming to your funnels and your funnels are what makes you money.” ✨

🔥 In This Episode:

  • Discover why successful online course businesses hit a wall at $2 million (and how to prepare for it)
  • Learn the crucial difference between scaling your business and merely buying revenue
  • Understand why your conversion rates drop when shifting from warm to cold traffic
  • Implement a sustainable growth strategy that doesn't rely on ads as a miracle solution
  • Build the right foundation before turning on the “firehose” of cold traffic

Grab your favorite drink and take notes – this is the behind-the-scenes reality check about scaling that everyone building a course business needs to hear! ☕️

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⏱️ Chapter Guide:

(00:00) The $2 Million Problem Unveiled

(03:03) The Challenges of Scaling Beyond $2 Million

(05:49) The Misconception of Ads as a Solution 

(09:06) Understanding Cold Traffic and Its Impact 

(11:52) The Importance of a Proven System for Scaling 

(15:01) Navigating the S Curve of Business Growth 

(18:05) Building a Sustainable Business Foundation


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>> Email Salome: podcast@thelaunchlounge.com

>> Other episodes you might like: 270. Launch Team Essentials: Who You Need at Each Stage

>> Other episodes you might like: 269. Is Your Launch Really Ready for Evergreen? Here’s How to Tell

>> Other episodes you might like: 268. I Closed My Membership to Build Something Better (Here’s What)


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