Take My 15 Minute Monetization Test:
You've all heard it a million times:
“Turn your passion into a business.”
But how? Well -
The 1st step is to recognize the skills -
already in your arsenal.
Spoiler:
You’re sitting on a goldmine without realizing it.
LFG !
1. The Magic Of 15-Minutes: Start Here
Ever wonder what you’re good at,
- that can make you money?
You might think you don’t have
"business-worthy" skills, but you do.
I'm going to help you unlock them:
2. What Do People Always Ask You About?
What are friends always bugging you about?
Fitness tips? Business advice? Cooking hacks?
Think of things you’re the go-to expert in.
List every dang one of them.
3. But Why Do People Ask YOU?
Why do people come to you for help?
It’s cause they see you as their go-to expert:
Let's dive into a reflective question
4. What Comes Easily But Is Hard for Others?
Think of something you do with zero stress.
From creating logos to negotiating discounts:
If it feels natural to you but difficult for others:
People will pay for effortless expertise.
5. ‘What You Lose Track Of Time Doing?’
The things you get absorbed in are passions.
And time flies when you’re having fun...
- and fun makes for an awesome business.
But how do we know if it’s worth monetizing?
6. Is It Something People Pay For?
Do a quick search. Is there a market for it?
If others are cashing in, you can too.
You’re halfway to a profitable gig already!
Now lets break down the details...
7. “What’s the Last Thing You Taught Someone?”
This one’s interesting:
Teaching is a sign you’ve mastered something.
Now lets uncover how to determine whether -
That skill could transform into cold, hard cash...
8. Was That Person Grateful?
If they said, "Thanks, this was a lifesaver!"
ding, ding, ding - you’ve hit the jackpot.
People will pay for expertise -
- that saves them time, energy, or frustration.
9. Look at Your Past Jobs: They Hold Clues
What did your previous jobs teach you?
Even the most boring ones paid you - right.
Let’s extract those gems from your past...
10. What Did You Get Paid to Do Before?
This is simple but crucial:
What were you best at your last job/s?
Were gonna flip that into your own biz.
And build your dream - not someone elses...
11. What Could You Do All Day?
You don’t want to live in front of a PC 24/7.
Unless your loving what your doing.
Monetizing won’t feel like “work.”
Once you turn that passion into profit...
12. Is There An Existing Demand?
Google it, baby!
Search the web to gauge the sentiment.
If peeps on forums are asking about it - 💰
You’re onto something with market demand.
13. The “What Would You Do for Free?” Check
If money were no object, would you still do it?
The answer reveals where your heart is.
But is it profitable?
Can your dream actually pay the bills...
14. Are People Already Paying for It?
If people are already paying for your passion:
Congrats, you’ve struck gold.
Check websites, courses, and existing services.
Competition shows there’s money to be made.
15. Time for Feedback: Get Out of Your Head
Sometimes we’re too close to our talents:
Let’s get an external perspective.
Ask others what they think your strengths are.
We’ll see how to use their feedback wisely.
16. Are People Surprised When You’re Awesome?
When you reveal a talent and people go,
“Wait, you can do that?”
It’s a clue you’ve got a marketable skill.
That means your talent is valuable to others.
17. The “Could I Teach This?” Challenge
Could you teach your skill to someone else?
If the answer’s yes,
You’re one step closer to monetizing it.
Lets turn it into a business model...
18. Can You Create A Course From This?
Create a simple guide or mini-course.
If you can break your skill down into steps,
- you’ve got yourself a product.
Even a short eBook or tutorial can be monetized.
19. The Network Test: What Do Experts Think?
This is crucial. Network. Get a mentor.
Talk to someone already in the field.
Ask them if your skills are marketable.
Use their advice to refine your business idea.
20. How Could You Niche Down?
The riches are in the niches!
Specialize in one area of your expertise.
Be the go-to person for a very specific skill.
A narrow focus lets you charge more money.
21. Key Questions Summary
1. What do people always ask you for advice on?
Identify your go-to topics, what do people turn to you for help with?
2. Why do people ask YOU for help?
What makes you their expert? Your unique experience is your value.
3. What comes easily to you but is hard for others?
Spot your strengths, things you find effortless could be a business.
4. What can you do for hours without getting bored?
Your passions matter! What activity makes you lose track of time?
5. Is there a market for this skill?
Research the demand. Are others monetizing similar skills already?
6. What’s the last thing you taught someone?
Teaching shows mastery. What skills have you shared with others?
7. Was the person you helped grateful?
People pay for life-changing advice. Did you make someone’s life easier?
8. What skills did you learn in past jobs?
Don’t overlook your work experience, valuable skills often hide in plain sight.
9. What did you get paid to do before?
If someone’s paid you for a skill once, chances are others will too.
10. What would you do all day, even for free?
Align your passions with profit by doing what you love, money follows joy.
11. Is there existing demand for your passion?
Check forums, social media, and job boards. If people are asking, they’ll pay.
12. Would you still do it if money wasn’t involved?
If yes, you’ve found your passion. Now, let’s figure out if it can make money.
13. Are people already paying for this skill?
Competition is a good sign. It means there's cash to be made in that niche.
14. What do others say your strengths are?
Get outside perspective, your blind spots could be your hidden assets.
15. Are people surprised when they learn what you're good at?
If others are shocked by your skills, it means they’re rare and valuable.
16. Could you teach this skill to someone else?
If you can teach it, you can sell it. Education equals monetization.
17. Can you create a simple course or guide?
Breaking down your skill into steps means you’re ready to package it.
18. What do experts say about your skill?
Get feedback from people in the field. It’ll sharpen your business idea.
19. Can you niche down even more?
The more specific your focus, the more you can charge. Find your micro-niche!
20. How can you position yourself as the go-to expert?
Specialization creates demand. Be the person people think of for one thing.
🔥 Take the 15-Minute Monetization Test & uncover your hidden skills! 💰
Already sitting on a goldmine?
Turn that passion into profit. 🚀
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