Earn by Create a course on Skillshare

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✅ Why Teach on Skillshare?

BenefitWhy it Matters
💰 Monthly incomeEarn for every minute watched
🌎 Global reachMillions of students worldwide
⏳ Passive incomeRecord once, earn forever
🛠 Simple platformNo need to host or manage payments
📚 Creative communityIdeal for creative and skill-based topics

🎯 Step-by-Step: Earn by Creating a Course on Skillshare



🧠 Step 1: Pick a Profitable Topic

Focus on in-demand topics:

NicheExamples
DesignPhotoshop, Canva, UI/UX
Business/ProductivityTime management, Notion, Excel
Tech/CodingPython, Web Dev, ChatGPT usage
MarketingSEO, social media, email marketing
MusicGuitar, songwriting, music theory
Art & IllustrationDrawing, watercolor, digital art
WritingBlogging, copywriting, storytelling

🔍 Tip: Browse top Skillshare classes to see what’s trending.

🎬 Step 2: Plan Your Class

Keep it short, actionable, and engaging:

  • Length: 30–60 minutes total (broken into short 3–10 minute videos)

  • Include a project for students to complete

  • Structure:

    1. Introduction (1–2 min)

    2. Lesson modules (4–10 videos)

    3. Final project + wrap-up

💡 Example Title:
“Learn Canva in 30 Minutes: Create Stunning Social Media Posts Fast!”

🎥 Step 3: Record and Edit

Tools you can use:

  • Camera: Phone or webcam (good lighting!)

  • Microphone: Lavalier mic or USB mic (e.g., Blue Yeti)

  • Recording Software: OBS Studio, Loom, or ScreenFlow

  • Editing: iMovie, DaVinci Resolve, Adobe Premiere Rush

🎤 Pro Tips:

  • Use a clean background and good lighting

  • Speak clearly and keep energy high

  • Add text overlays or screen shares if needed

🧾 Step 4: Upload to Skillshare

  1. Sign up as a Teacher on Skillshare

  2. Upload your videos, add class title, description, and project

  3. Submit for review

  4. Once approved, your course goes live!

💸 Step 5: Earn Money

You get paid monthly based on:

Revenue SourceHow It Works
RoyaltiesBased on minutes watched by Premium members
ReferralsYou earn $10–$15 for every student you bring via your link
Bonuses & FeaturesExtra cash if your class performs well

💡 Top creators earn: $200 to $5,000+ per month from multiple classes.

📈 How to Maximize Your Earnings

  • Create more than one class (3–5+ courses = compounding income)

  • Promote your course on:

    • Instagram / TikTok / YouTube

    • Email list or blog

    • Facebook groups or LinkedIn

  • Engage with students in the comments

  • Optimize your class title, tags, and description for search