Hi all, I was just wondering what a good conversion rate is. Currently mine is at 30% with 31 members. What is a good baseline metric to follow?

For those who don't know, we're running a competition to see who can scale their Skool the most in 90 days. Only 100 people were selected. We're coaching them to help them rapidly grow their revenue, using the data we have on what's working across the platform. We're calling it The 100. We've decided to share the training with you guys, for free. This is Episode 1. We discussed the 4 blockers that are holding people back from scaling their Skool, and the 4 best solutions we know of to unlock rapid revenue growth. NOTE: This is a strategy to speedrun monetization, and it's not recommended for everyone. If you're a complete beginner, and are in the learning phase, or having fun phase, this may not be optimal. Check out the evolution to $10,000/month if this is you. If you're a huge influencer, or want to be a Growth Operator, this also may not be perfect for you. We'll be releasing more training on other paths in the future. Enjoy!

Creating great course material is essential, but if your video quality isn’t up to par, even the best lessons can be hard to follow and watch. Your video setup plays a huge role in how your community engages with your content. Fortunately, improving your setup doesn’t have to be complicated. Most Skool community owners overlook video quality, thinking their webcam or poor lighting is "good enough." But with just a few simple upgrades, you can dramatically enhance the viewing experience for your audience. Focus on these key areas: Lighting: Poor lighting can make your videos look unprofessional. Instead of relying on natural light, invest in some affordable lighting equipment like softbox or ring lights. Good lighting makes your videos look more polished and ensures your face is always clear and well-lit. Audio: People will forgive average visuals, but poor audio is a dealbreaker. Using your laptop or phone’s built-in mic just won’t cut it. Upgrade to an external microphone, even an affordable one, to ensure your voice is crisp and clear. Camera quality: While a high-end camera is ideal, you don’t need to go overboard. If you can, switch from your laptop’s webcam to a DSLR or mirrorless camera. Even a decent smartphone camera with the right setup can be a big step up in quality. Simplify your space: A cluttered background can distract your viewers from the content you're teaching. Keep it simple. A clean, organized space with minimal distractions is more inviting and professional. You can even add a few personal or branded touches, like a logo or framed artwork, to enhance the environment. Refine through testing: Once you’ve made these changes, record a few test videos. Experiment with different camera angles, lighting setups, and microphone placements. Small adjustments can make a huge difference. Play around until you find what works best for your space and style. A professional video setup can turn good content into a great learning experience.

One of the biggest lessons I've learned is to embrace failure. You’re not always going to be able to say things perfectly, and trying to stick to an exact script can be challenging unless you’ve practiced it for days. Instead, I approach it differently. I break my notes down into 4-5 key sections, focusing on the main points I want to cover. Rather than working from a strict script, I use these sections as a guide. If I don’t like how a part turns out, I simply redo that section until I’m satisfied. This approach takes the pressure off trying to get everything perfect in one take. Sometimes it takes me 8-10 tries to get a section just right, but instead of aiming for perfection in one go, I focus on recording repeatedly. Over time, the quality improves naturally through quantity.

Curious to know. Is SKOOL turning out to be a full time thing for you or just a side hustle and/or project? How many of you have turned it into a full time business? If you haven’t yet, is that your end goal or just for giggles? Let me know!