Access 
To use the system, click here:

http://www.thomasleonard.com/teleclass/designsystem/login.lasso

You'll be prompted to enter your email address and unique password in order to enter the system.  If you've forgotten your password, the system can email it to you.


Introduction
If you've been teaching TeleClasses, or curious about doing so, you can use this online system to guide you through the process of designing a TeleClass by walking you through a process of 20 questions that will help you identify your key points and package the TeleClass to meet the needs of your participants. We also include phrasing examples at each stage of the process to facilitate the process.

Of course, you may also use this system as a way to outline a workshop, training, speech or other presentation.

You will find it very easy to use. Just answer the questions, fill in the blanks and you'll receive your class outline via email within seconds. You can even save your outline on the system should you wish to be able to update it later. Or, you can just save it as a word file and store offline if you prefer.

This little system will save you time in the TeleClass design process as well as help you structure your class to be as effective as possible.  

This is the same system that the Graduate School of Coaching has been using to design their 1,000 TeleClasses and presentations.  It's not only convenient, but it will stimulate you to craft an extraordinary class.

There is no cost to you for this new feature; it comes with your CoachVille membership.


Screen Shot of the web-based system 

Format and Availability 
This system is now available and is included in your CoachVille membership and you may use it to create an design and store an unlimited number of TeleClasses or presentations.


Access 
To use the system, click here:

http://www.thomasleonard.com/teleclass/designsystem/login.lasso

You'll be prompted to enter your email address and unique password in order to enter the system.  If you've forgotten your password, the system can email it to you.

The 20 Questions 
If you would prefer craft your TeleClass offline, just print out this page or cut and paste the TeleClass design questions below.

The 20 Questions to Craft Your TeleClass

1. Class Title:

Less than 15 words; does it include the topic, who it's for and the outcomes/benefits of a person taking the class?
Weak title: Financial planning for singles
Strong title: Retire sooner: Financial Planning for Singles Earning $100,000 a year or more 


2. What is your intention/real reason for hosting the class? 
1. 
2. 
3. 
Examples:
1. Sell Books
2. Get clients/referrals
3. Refine book/program in progress (r&d)
4. Upgrade to other class/program
5. Join your ezine list 


3. What is your basic premise? Where are you coming from?

Example: 
My basic premise is that its possible to invest in one's skill set, knowledge base and self so that they become 2 to 10x more valuable in the marketplace, thus accelerating their process of becoming financially independent. 


4. What are the 5 things you most want your students to know about your topic? 
1. 
2. 
3. 
4. 
5. 
Examples:
1. It IS possible to 'retire' much sooner than people realize.
2. That said, it's freedom/choice that people really want, not retirement.
3. The trick is to invest in your marketable skill sets and ecommerce knowledge vs overspending on your lifestyle.
4. It's possible to reduce one's living expenses by 50% and have an even richer life.
5. People who love what they do will likely never retire.


5. What are the 3 things you want your students to know about your experience in this area? 
1. 
2. 
3. 
Examples:
1. I've worked with 100+ singles and helped them to create a financial plan that they WANT to use.
2. I understand the dynamic of why folks won't save.
3. I work with singles to change their attitudes about planning. 


6. What are the 5 questions you'll be asking to get their attention and to generate discussion? 
1. 
2. 
3. 
4. 
5. 
Examples:
1. What's more important to you: Choice or lifestyle?
2. What's causing/behind the level of spending you do?
3. If you were financially independent how would you spend your time? Differently, or similar?
4. Where would you put $10,000 into yourself/skills that would earn you an extra $250,000 over the next 10 years? (25:1 return)
5. Until what age will you be working, do you feel? 


7. What are the 5 most common problems that people have in this area? 
1. 
2. 
3. 
4. 
5. 
Examples:
1. Working too hard and then spending to reward.
2. Not having anything more compelling to do than spend.
3. Getting caught up in the reality of the day to day instead of designing a perfect life 'above that.'
4. Increasing lifestyle instead of investing in opportunities.
5. Ignorance/disbelief that they really can be financially independent unless they have $1-10mm dollars in the bank. 


8. Why is your topic relevant? 
1. 
2. 
3. 
Examples:
1. Everyone has money questions/concerns.
2. Everyone is 'curious' about being financially independent, even if it sounds like a fantasy. 
3. Everyone is wondering where to invest, especially in themselves. 


9. What will you say to someone who doesn't 'get it'? 
1. 
2. 
3. 
Examples:
1. Which part doesn't make sense?
2. Which part does make sense?
3. Would you like me to rephrase that? 

10. hat trends/facts do you have to support your opinions/topic? 
1. 
2. 
3. 
Examples:
1. 
2. 
3. 


11. What, specifically, do you feel that people/clients should do or do differently, in this area? 
1. 
2. 
3. 
Examples:
1. Snap out of it, spending wise (we overspend)
2. Design a simple life, not a complex lifestyle
3. Invest 5 to 10% of your income into your skill sets.
Tips:
1. Change in thinking
2. Change in attitude/feeling
3. Actions/Changes 


12. What steps or strategies have you seen work to make these changes? 
1. 
2. 
3. 
Examples:
1. Identify your 3 measures of success in this life.
2. Hang out more with friends who are living free lives.
3. Set up an automatic investment/savings plan. 


13. What relevant stories or examples do you plan to share to illustrate a specific point? 
1. 
2. 
3. 
Examples:
1. Living on $1000/mo in 1992 so I could reinvest in Coach U's development.
2. Deliberately not buying a Porsche that I've always wanted because the stress of it would imperfect my life.
3. Having/managing a set point of $500k in bank. 


14. Is there a distinction to be made that would help the student understand your topic better? 
1. 
2. 
3. 
Examples:
1. Life vs lifestyle
2. Financial independence vs retirement
3. Spending vs developing significant reserves
visit http://www.coachville.com/cvmembers/tourxdix.html for ideas. 


15. Any caveats for the participant? 
1. 
2. 
3. 
Examples:
1. It's illegal to play financial planner in most states.
2. Understand that folks may take years to update/evolve their money conversations/situations.
3. Never advise clients on investments or allocation of investments. 


16. Final words of wisdom? Perhaps a famous quote? 
Example:
Freedom comes from having choice. Without ample cash in the bank, one has very little choice.
visit www.quoteland.com for ideas. 


17. What books would you recommend that participants read? 
1. 
2. 
3. 
Examples:
1. Rich Dad, Poor Dad
2. The Portable Coach (Attraction Principles)
3. tba


18. What other resources to you recommend to your participants? 
1. 
2. 
3. 
Examples:
1. Tapes
2. Vidoes
3. tba


19. Content-rich/useful websites related to your call. 
1. http://www.
2. http://www.
3. http://www.


20. What other information would be helpful to your participants? 

Example:
Ask what other things would you like to know about this topic, that we haven't covered in today's call? 
Other comments or questions? 

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