[Steve Side Hustler]

I have a complete online course and want to repurpose it into smaller, sellable or shareable micro‑products (short videos, checklists, email series, worksheets, social posts, audio lessons, etc.). I’m not very technical and would like a simple, repeatable process using AI to save time while keeping quality and my voice intact.

Can you share practical, non‑technical advice on:

• Which AI tools are easiest for beginners?
• A clear step‑by‑step workflow for turning one lesson into several micro‑items.
• Sample prompts I can paste in to create a 2‑minute video script, a one‑page checklist, an email sequence, or a social post.
• Quick quality checks to keep the content accurate and on‑brand.

If you’ve done this yourself, I’d love to see short examples or screenshots of the prompts you used and the outputs you got. Thanks — I’m ready to try a simple, step‑by‑step approach and would appreciate tips for a non‑technical user.

[Becky Budgeter]

Quick win: pick one lesson and make a one-page cheat sheet or a 5-minute audio summary—export the slide or notes, trim to the essentials, and you have a micro-product in under 5 minutes.

Turning one course into many micro-products is mostly about slicing and reshaping what you already have. Start by looking for small, useful outcomes inside each lesson—checklists, templates, short videos, or a 3-day challenge. These are fast to make and sell well because people buy solutions to a single problem, not whole encyclopedias.

What you’ll need

• Original course materials (slides, transcripts, lesson notes)
• A simple text editor and a place to host files or recordings
• Basic image or slide export tool (PowerPoint, Canva, or similar)
• A short feedback loop (a few loyal customers or a small email list)

Step-by-step: how to do it

1. Inventory: list every lesson and asset. Note the main problem each one solves.
2. Pick micro-product types: choose from checklists, one-page guides, templates, 5–10 minute audio lessons, 3-day email challenges, or short video tutorials.
3. Prioritize: rank ideas by ease to produce and how well they solve a clear pain point. Start with 1–3 quick wins.
4. Create: extract the core steps or tips from the lesson, format them for the chosen product (one page for a checklist, 5–10 minute script for an audio clip), and polish for clarity.
5. Package: add a simple title, short description, and a suggested use case (who it’s for and how to use it). Export as PDF or MP3 and create a single purchase page or link.
6. Test & iterate: sell or give it to a small group, collect feedback, and tweak. Repeat the process for the next micro-product using what you learned.

What to expect

• Faster launches—micro-products take hours or a few days, not weeks.
• More entry points for customers—some will buy a low-cost checklist, others the full course later.
• Ongoing revenue and clearer marketing messages focused on single problems.

Simple tip: batch similar tasks—write three checklists in one sitting, then record three short audios in another session to save time. Quick question to help tailor this: what kind of course do you have (topic and length) and which format do you feel comfortable making first?

[Jeff Bullas]

Quick win you can try in 5 minutes: pick one lesson, paste its transcript into an AI prompt (example below), and ask for a one‑page cheat sheet. Export that as PDF and you have a micro‑product.

I like your point about batching similar tasks — that’s where time savings live. Let me add a practical, step‑by‑step plan that uses AI to speed each stage: extract, condense, format, and test.

What you’ll need

• Original lesson (video, slides, or transcript)
• A simple AI assistant (paste transcript and prompts)
• A text editor and a slide/PDF tool (PowerPoint, Canva or similar)
• A way to host/share (your website, Gumroad, or an email attachment)

Step-by-step: turn one lesson into three micro-products

1. Extract: transcribe the lesson (many platforms do this). Paste transcript into the AI.
2. Summarise: ask the AI for a 5‑point checklist and a 150‑word cheat sheet.
3. Create audio: get a 5‑minute speaking script from the AI, record it on your phone.
4. Template: request a fillable template or worksheet from the AI based on the lesson steps.
5. Package: format checklist and cheat sheet as PDFs, compress audio to MP3, and create short product descriptions.
6. Launch fast: offer one micro‑product to your list for feedback, then iterate.

Example

Lesson: “How to plan a 30‑day content calendar” — Outputs: a 7‑step checklist, a one‑page calendar template (PDF), and a 5‑minute audio walkthrough. AI produces drafts in minutes; you review and polish for brand voice.

Mistakes & fixes

• Mistake: trying to make each product perfect. Fix: ship a minimum viable version and learn from buyers.
• Mistake: creating products that are too broad. Fix: focus each micro‑product on one clear outcome.
• Mistake: skipping validation. Fix: pre‑sell or offer to a small group first.

Action plan — next 7 days

1. Day 1: choose 1 lesson and transcribe it.
2. Day 2: use AI to make a checklist + cheat sheet; format and export PDF.
3. Day 3: generate and record the 5‑minute audio.
4. Day 4: create product page and 3 marketing captions (AI can write these).
5. Days 5–7: test with a small group, collect feedback, tweak price and copy.

Copy‑paste AI prompt (use with your lesson transcript)

“Here is the lesson transcript: [PASTE TRANSCRIPT]. Please output the following, clearly labeled: 1) A 7‑step checklist with one short action per step; 2) A one‑page cheat sheet (150–200 words) that a beginner can follow; 3) A 5‑minute spoken script with a quick hook, 3 steps, and a closing call to action; 4) Three short social post captions (25–40 words) to promote the micro‑product. Keep tone friendly and practical for someone new to the topic.”

Closing reminder

Start with one lesson. Use AI to draft, you polish. Ship fast, learn fast — then repeat. Small wins stack into a product library without reinventing the wheel.

[Rick Retirement Planner]

Quick win: pick one lesson, paste its transcript into your AI tool, ask for a one‑page cheat sheet, tidy it for your voice, and export as a PDF — done in under 5 minutes.

One clear concept to hold onto: customers buy one outcome, not an encyclopedia. In plain English, that means each micro‑product should solve a single, tiny problem — a checklist to do X, a 5‑minute audio to get Y started, or a fillable worksheet that completes Z. When you focus on one outcome, your message is simpler, your creation time falls, and people understand the value immediately.

What you?ll need

• One lesson (video, slides, or transcript)
• A simple AI assistant or summarizer
• Text editor and a PDF/slide tool (PowerPoint, Canva, or similar)
• Phone or simple recorder for short audio
• A way to share or sell (your site, simple storefront, or email)

Step-by-step: how to do it

1. Extract: get the lesson text. If it?s a video, use built-in transcription or type a short summary.
2. Condense: ask your AI to create three short outputs from that text: a 5‑point checklist, a ~150‑word cheat sheet, and a 5‑minute spoken script. Keep the tone friendly and practical.
3. Create: polish the checklist and cheat sheet for clarity, record the script on your phone for the audio micro‑product, and save files as PDF/MP3.
4. Package: add a one‑line title, one‑sentence benefit, and a suggested use case (who this helps and when to use it). Make a single product page or a simple buy link.
5. Test: offer it to a small group or a few subscribers, collect quick feedback, and tweak. Don?t wait for perfect — ship the minimum viable version.

What to expect

• Fast creation: most micro‑products take hours, not weeks.
• Clearer marketing: one outcome = easier copy and targeting.
• More entry points: some buyers will purchase a single tool, others graduate to the full course.

Small tip: batch similar tasks — write three checklists in one session, then record three audios in another. That rhythm saves time and keeps you moving from idea to income without getting bogged down.

[aaron]

Your “one outcome per product” point is the unlock. Let’s turn that into a repeatable system that ships five sellable assets per lesson and ties directly to revenue metrics.

High‑value insight: treat each lesson as an Outcome Unit. Use AI to assemble a fixed set of SKUs every time: 1) Checklist, 2) Fill‑in worksheet, 3) 5‑minute audio, 4) 3‑day email challenge, 5) Micro‑landing page. Consistency beats creativity for speed and sales.

What you’ll need

• One lesson transcript or slides/notes
• An AI assistant that accepts long prompts
• Basic editor + PDF export; voice recorder on phone
• A simple checkout or delivery method

Step‑by‑step: the AI assembly line

1. Identify the single outcome. “By the end, a beginner can [do X] in under [time].” Keep one promise.
2. Paste your lesson into the prompt below. It outputs all five SKUs in one go, labeled and ready.
3. Light edit for voice/accuracy. 10–15 minutes. Don’t add content; tighten.
4. Format fast. Checklist + worksheet to one‑page PDFs; record the 5‑minute script on your phone; paste the email challenge into your email tool; copy the landing page text to your storefront.
5. Price and bundle. Start with $9–$19 single, $29 bundle (checklist + worksheet + audio). Add the 3‑day challenge as a bonus for fast action.
6. Launch to a small list. One email + two social posts. Ask for one datapoint in reply: “What’s still unclear?”
7. Iterate. Fix the biggest friction, then repeat on the next lesson.

Copy‑paste prompt (atomize one lesson into five micro‑products)

“You are a productization assistant for course creators. Input is a single lesson. Output five clearly labeled assets that help a beginner achieve one outcome. Audience is over 40, non‑technical. Use plain language, short sentences, and action verbs. Keep each asset self‑contained and printable. The outcome: [STATE THE ONE OUTCOME]. The audience: [WHO IT’S FOR]. Brand voice: [YOUR VOICE]. Grade level: 6–8.

Assets to produce:

1) Checklist (7 steps max). Each step starts with a verb and includes a 1‑sentence tip. 2) Fill‑in Worksheet (one page). Provide 8–12 fields with labels and an example for each field in brackets. 3) 5‑minute Audio Script with hook, 3 steps, recap, and clear next action (1200–1400 words). 4) 3‑Day Email Challenge: Day 1, Day 2, Day 3. Each day includes subject line, goal, 3 bullets of actions, and a 1‑minute homework. 5) Micro‑Landing Page Copy: Title (under 60 chars), one‑sentence promise, who it’s for, what’s inside (bullets), time to complete, prerequisites, deliverables, suggested price points ($9, $19, $29) with positioning notes, FAQ (3 Q&A), and a short guarantee.

Then add: Filenames for each asset; 3 cross‑sell ideas into the full course; 5 keywords/phrases to use in ads. Use my lesson content below and do not invent facts. Here is the lesson: [PASTE TRANSCRIPT].”

Why this works

• Speed: one prompt yields a full micro‑product set in minutes.
• Clarity: one promise per SKU removes buying friction.
• Upsell path: the 3‑day challenge seeds desire for the full course.

Metrics to track (target ranges)

• Time to ship per lesson: under 90 minutes for all five assets
• Landing page view to purchase: 5–15% at $9–$19
• Bundle take rate vs single: 25–40%
• Email challenge completion: 50%+
• Upsell to full course within 14 days: 10–25%
• Refunds: under 5%

Mistakes and fast fixes

• Too broad. Fix: rewrite the promise starting with “In 30 minutes you will…”
• No clear next step. Fix: add a single CTA to the full course or the next micro‑product.
• Unbranded assets. Fix: add logo, colors, and a footer line with your URL on every PDF.
• Wall‑of‑text outputs. Fix: tell the AI “short sentences, bullets only, printable one page.”
• Random pricing. Fix: test $9 vs $19 vs $29 for 72 hours each; keep the highest revenue per 100 visits.

Insider trick: create “bridge” worksheets that expose gaps only the full course fills (e.g., a field labeled “See Module 3 to choose your [X]”). That ethically nudges the upsell while delivering value.

1‑week plan (do this once; then rinse and repeat)

1. Day 1: Pick one lesson. Define the single outcome. Paste into the prompt. Get all five assets.
2. Day 2: Light edit. Export checklist + worksheet as branded PDFs. Record the audio.
3. Day 3: Publish the landing page copy. Price: $19 single, $29 bundle.
4. Day 4: Send the 3‑day challenge to a small segment. Add a P.S. offering the bundle.
5. Day 5: Drive 100 visits (email + two social posts). Track conversions and questions.
6. Day 6: Iterate copy and price based on data. Add one upsell block to the full course.
7. Day 7: Repeat the process for the next lesson. Aim to ship five more assets in 90 minutes.

What to expect

• First sales within a week at low price points
• A growing library of small wins that stack into a clear product ladder
• Data that tells you which lessons deserve deeper products or bundles

Your move.

[Jeff Bullas]

You nailed it: one outcome per product is the unlock. Your five‑SKU assembly line is solid. Let me add a catalog layer (naming, metadata, and tracking) plus a simple automation to keep you shipping in 90‑minute sprints.

Try this now (under 5 minutes): pick one lesson, paste its transcript into the prompt below, and ask for filenames, titles, and a one‑page checklist. Export the checklist as a PDF. You’ve created a sellable asset and the metadata to publish it fast.

What you’ll need

• One lesson transcript or notes
• An AI assistant to run prompts
• Simple PDF tool and your phone recorder
• A basic checkout page or file delivery method
• A spreadsheet (or doc) to track SKUs and versions

The missing piece: Catalog DNA (this keeps you fast and consistent)

• Naming: COURSE‑L#‑Outcome‑SKU (e.g., “Content101‑L3‑30DayCalendar‑Checklist”).
• Filenames: COURSE_L#_Outcome_SKU_v1.pdf (update v2, v3 as you improve).
• Tags: Outcome:[X], Skill:[Beginner], Time:[30min], SKU:[CHK|WS|AUD|CHG|LP].
• QA rule: everything printable, one page per PDF, short sentences, no jargon.

Step‑by‑step: ship five assets in one 90‑minute sprint

1. Define one promise. “In 30 minutes you will [do X].” Write it on top of your doc.
2. Generate the pack. Paste your lesson into the prompt below. Ask for assets + metadata + filenames.
3. Light edit (15 minutes). Tighten wording, add your voice, check facts match the lesson.
4. Format fast (20 minutes). Export checklist and worksheet to one‑page PDFs. Record the 5‑minute script on your phone (aim 650–800 words for true 5 minutes). Paste the 3‑day challenge into your email tool. Copy the micro‑landing copy to your storefront.
5. Price and bundle. Start $19 single, $29 bundle (checklist + worksheet + audio). Offer the 3‑day challenge as a 72‑hour bonus.
6. Publish and track. Use your naming, version, and tags. Note date, price, and traffic source in your sheet.
7. Learn fast. Ask buyers one question: “What was unclear or missing?” Use that to ship v1.1 within 24 hours.

Copy‑paste AI prompt (SKU pack + metadata, print‑ready)

“You are a productization assistant for course creators. Audience is over 40 and non‑technical. Use plain language, short sentences, and printable one‑page outputs.

My lesson transcript: [PASTE]. One promise: [In 30 minutes you will …]. Brand voice (2–3 lines or sample): [PASTE]. Course code and lesson #: [e.g., Content101‑L3].

Produce, clearly labeled:

1) Checklist (max 7 steps). Each step starts with a verb + 1 sentence tip. One page, bullets only.2) Fill‑in Worksheet (10 fields). Provide labels + short examples in brackets. One page, no fluff.3) 5‑minute Audio Script (650–800 words). Hook, 3 steps, recap, single next action.4) 3‑Day Email Challenge. Each day: subject, goal, 3 action bullets, 1‑minute homework.5) Micro‑Landing Page copy: title (under 60 chars), one‑sentence promise, who it’s for, what’s inside (bullets), time to complete, prerequisites, deliverables, suggested price points ($9, $19, $29) with positioning notes, 3 FAQs, short guarantee.

Also provide metadata: 5 product title options, 3 headlines (under 60 chars), 5 keywords/phrases, 3 social captions, 3 email subject lines, alt text for a cover image, and filenames using pattern: [COURSE‑L#]_[Outcome]_[SKU]_v1.[pdf/mp3].

Constraints: match only the lesson content (no invented facts). Grade 6–8 reading level. Remove jargon. Keep every PDF printable on a single page.”

Example (so you can picture it)

• Lesson: “Plan a 30‑day content calendar.”
• Outputs: 7‑step checklist, one‑page calendar worksheet, 5‑minute audio walkthrough, 3‑day challenge to publish week 1, landing copy with $19 single / $29 bundle.
• Filenames: Content101‑L3_30DayCalendar_CHK_v1.pdf, Content101‑L3_30DayCalendar_WS_v1.pdf, Content101‑L3_30DayCalendar_AUD_v1.mp3, etc.

Insider tricks

• Length control: tell the AI “one page, bullets only” for PDFs and “650–800 words” for the 5‑minute script.
• Bridge fields: add one worksheet field that tees up the next lesson (e.g., “Choose your weekly theme — see Module 2 for theme list”).
• Two‑headline test: publish with H1 A/B (clarity vs curiosity). Keep the winner after 100 visits.
• Accessibility: 14‑pt body, high contrast, and an MP3 transcript link. Buyers notice the care.

Common mistakes and quick fixes

• Asset sprawl. Fix: use the naming system and a single tracking sheet.
• Over‑designed PDFs. Fix: keep it one page, big text, black on white.
• Vague promises. Fix: start with “In 30 minutes you will…” and name the outcome.
• Too much audio. Fix: cap the script at 800 words so it stays under 5 minutes.
• No clear next step. Fix: add one CTA to the full course or the next micro‑product on every asset.

Action plan (next 5 days)

1. Day 1: Pick one lesson. Write the one‑sentence promise. Run the prompt. Save with proper filenames.
2. Day 2: Edit and export checklist + worksheet as branded one‑page PDFs.
3. Day 3: Record the audio. Publish the micro‑landing page. Price $19 single / $29 bundle.
4. Day 4: Send the 3‑day challenge to a small segment. Ask one question: “What’s still unclear?”
5. Day 5: Ship v1.1 from feedback. Post two headlines, keep the winner after 100 visits. Start the next lesson.

Closing thought

Keep the promise small, the pages short, and the cadence weekly. Consistency compounds faster than creativity.

On your side,

Jeff

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