Have you ever bought a course that ended up collecting dust? Or maybe you’ve dreamed of creating your own course but didn’t know where to start—or worse, you tried and it didn’t sell. You’re not alone!
In this powerful episode, Charisse Walker sits down with Dr. Catrina Mitchum, a recovering academic and learning experience designer, to talk about what’s really missing in the online course world—and how to fix it.
Catrina shares her journey from higher education to helping entrepreneurs design transformational learning experiences that don’t just inform—they change lives. You’ll learn how to validate your course idea, structure content that keeps students engaged, and build a program that people actually finish (and rave about!).
💡 What You’ll Learn:
Why most online courses fail—and how to avoid common pitfalls
How to validate your course idea before you spend months building it
The secret to creating action-based learning that gets results
Why quick wins and emotional connection matter more than endless videos
How to run a beta test that gives you real feedback before launch
What to do when your course flops—and how to fix it fast
The difference between teaching and transforming
How to balance logical and emotional learning for adult students
👩🎓 Dr. Catrina shares her unique approach to designing “learning journeys,” not just products—so your students reach the finish line inspired, capable, and ready for more.
✨ Connect with Dr. Catrina Mitchum🔗 LinkedIn: Catrina Mitchum
🎧 Hosted by Charisse WalkerCharisse is a mompreneur, real estate expert (Chalker Properties Group, eXp Realty), and author of Flipping the Iceberg. She helps women build thriving businesses while staying true to faith, family, and purpose.
🌐 Website: unbreakablemompreneurs.com📸 Instagram: @charissewalker1
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