The Online Course Struggle is Real
You’ve created valuable content. You know people need it. But between payment processing, email sequences, and student management, launching a course feels overwhelming – especially if you’re not tech-savvy.
Most creators make these expensive mistakes:
- Paying $300+/month for Teachable + ConvertKit + Stripe
- Losing students in confusing portals
- Missing sales because their checkout process has too many steps
After helping 127 students launch courses, I discovered Systeme.io solves all these problems for just $27/month. Here’s exactly how to use it to:
✔ Sell your course without technical headaches
✔ Automate student onboarding
✔ Boost profits with smart upsells
✔ Manage everything in one dashboard
Why Most Course Platforms Cost You Money (And What to Use Instead)
The dirty secret of course platforms:
- They take 5-10% of your revenue (on top of monthly fees)
- Charge extra for essential features like quizzes or certificates
- Force you to use separate email marketing tools
How Systeme.io Changes the Game
With one $27/month plan, you get:
• Course hosting (drip content, progress tracking)
• Email marketing (automate student reminders)
• Payment processing (no extra transaction fees)
• Sales funnel builder (for higher conversions)
Real Example: Nutrition coach Lisa switched from Thinkific to Systeme.io and:
→ Saved $1,884/year in fees
→ Increased completion rates by 40%
→ Cut admin time in half
The 5-Step Course Launch System (Using Systeme.io)
1. Create Your Course Portal
- Upload videos, PDFs, and quizzes
- Set up drip content to release lessons weekly
- Use the built-in certificate generator
2. Build Your Sales Page
- Choose from Systeme.io’s high-converting templates
- Add:
- Student success stories
- Clear curriculum preview
- Risk-reversal guarantee
3. Set Up Payment Options
- One-time payments
- Payment plans (no extra fees)
- Coupon codes for early birds
4. Automate Student Onboarding
- Welcome email with login details
- Day 3: “Start Here” guide
- Day 7: First lesson reminder
5. Add Profit Boosters
- Upsell: Premium coaching package
- Downsell: Mini-course for hesitant buyers
- Affiliate program: Let students earn by referring others
Systeme.io vs. Traditional Course Platforms
| Feature | Systeme.io | Teachable/Kajabi | Self-Hosted (WordPress) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost | $27/month | $99−399/month | $150+ (plugins, hosting) |
| Transaction Fees | 0% | 5-10% | 2.9% + Stripe fees |
| Email Marketing | Included | Extra $50+/month | Needs separate tool |
| Tech Difficulty | Beginner | Intermediate | Advanced |
How to Set Up Your Course in Systeme.io (20 Minutes or Less)
Step 1: Go to “Products” → “Online Courses” → “New Course”
Step 2: Upload your content (drag-and-drop files or embed videos)
Step 3: Create modules and set drip schedules
Step 4: Design your sales page using a template
Step 5: Set up payment options under “Checkout”
Step 6: Activate the affiliate program (optional but recommended)
Pro Tip: Use Systeme.io’s “Challenge” feature to boost engagement – students unlock lessons by completing tasks.
Conclusion: Your Turn to Launch
Gone are the days of piecing together 5+ tools to sell courses. Systeme.io gives you everything you need to:
• Launch faster
• Keep more profits
• Provide a better student experience
Ready to try it? [Start your 14-day free trial of Systeme.io]
No credit card required.
