Workshop Design Sprint
Workshop Design Sprint
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Build a Workshop That Actually Matters
Stop circling your idea. Start building it.
A live, 2-hour virtual workshop for people who want to build an online workshop or course that's dynamic, engaging, community-driven and actually matters.
If you're thinking about creating a workshop or course, you might be wondering:
- How do I create something that isn't just a series of videos?
- Where do I even start?
- What does it take to charge money?
- How will I find the people who want to learn with me?
You're in the right place.
About the Workshop Design Sprint
A practical, hands-on session that gives you a clear roadmap and real momentum for creating a successful online workshop or course.
What you'll get:
- A clear, tested path for turning your idea into a revenue-generating asset
- Confidence about what to teach and how to teach it
- A prototype and plan you can implement immediately
All without expensive consultants or months of trial and error.
Who This Is For
Workshop Design Sprint is designed for:
Coaches, Consultants, Service Providers, Trainers, Speakers, Educators, Creators, Influencers, Solopreneurs, and anyone who wants to transform their knowledge, skills, or experience into impact and income.
It's perfect if you want to create learning experiences that are:
- Dynamic and not passive
- Community-centric and not isolating
- Respectful, human, experiential, and grounded in peer connection
If you care about the learning as much as you care about the business, you'll feel at home here.
Meet Your Teacher
Marie Schacht CEO | Akimbo
Marie has designed and led 100+ workshops, courses, and trainings, both live and asynchronous, serving 25,000+ students across 90 countries.
Her unique background in architecture, community building, and alternative education informs her approach to crafting learning experiences that are experiential, emergent, and meaningful.
Marie has been at the helm of programs including:
altMBA, The Marketing Seminar, The Freelancers Workshop, The Creative's Workshop, The Story Skills Workshop, The Business of Food Workshop, The Copy Workshop, Writing in Community, The Real Skills Conference
…and many more.
Marie believes that with the right guide and the right process, anyone can turn their knowledge into a workshop that genuinely helps people.
If you want to learn from someone who has built world-class online learning experiences, this is your chance.
What We’ll Cover
1. Clarify Your Vision
- Identify your most powerful knowledge
- Understand what you want to teach and why
- See the exact steps required to bring your idea to life
2. Tap Into a Proven Process
- Learn a repeatable method for developing high-quality workshops
- Understand how to test, refine, and confidently bring your idea to market
3. Design for Engagement
- Build a curriculum rooted in learning-by-doing
- Create accountability systems that keep people moving
- Reduce overwhelm for both you and your learners
4. Create Impactful Learning Environments
- Learn how to foster a strong, supportive peer-to-peer community
- Build a space rooted in respect, generosity, dignity, and courage
5. Communicate Your Value
- Develop clear, compelling sales messaging
- Learn how to describe your workshop in a way that resonates with your audience
6. Get Real-Time Feedback
- Breakout sessions and group discussions
- Feedback loops that help you refine your idea instantly
- A sketched prototype you can test right away
7. Leverage AI Thoughtfully
- Use AI as a creative partner not a replacement for good design
- Generate ideas, draft outlines, and stress-test your curriculum faster
- Keep your voice, your values, and your learners at the center where they belong
By the End, You’ll Leave With:
- A clear understanding of the foundational elements of a great online workshop or course
- The core building blocks of your unique curriculum
- A practical, confidence-boosting action plan you can start using immediately
Plus: You'll get a 50+ page comprehensive workbook and resource library filled with prompts, frameworks, and activities to support your workshop or course development and marketing.
Early Bird Price: $249 through May 16th | Full Price: $399
What Past Participants Are Saying
- “Eye-opening. I left with a clear sense of the work needed to make a workshop truly successful—and the confidence to do it.”
- “A thoughtful process to jumpstart your workshop idea, surrounded by a supportive community.”
- “This has completely changed the way I think about working with groups. I learned so much and will be applying these lessons to my business immediately.”
- “I walked away with clarity and specific action items I could implement right away.”
- “You can have a full draft of your workshop in under 3 hours—even with no previous experience.”
FAQ
What does the Workshop Design Sprint cost?
- Early Bird Price: $249 (Before May 16th - Save $150!)
- Full Price: $399
Do I have to have an idea for my course or workshop to participate? It's great if you do, but not a requirement. You'll still get enormous value even if you're not sure what your course will be about. The Sprint will help you understand everything it takes to build one so you can decide with confidence.
Do you offer refunds? Participants can request a refund until one week before the start of the workshop. This is to respect the limited capacity of the Sprint and to ensure that if someone isn't able to attend, we can offer that spot to someone else.
Will there be a recording? There will not be a recording shared after the sprint. This workshop is about real-time participation and learning by doing. Participants will receive follow-up resources to support their work.
Do I have to attend live? Yes, Workshop Design Sprint requires you to attend live on Zoom and participate. The Sprint is designed to help you start building your course or workshop in real time, right now, not later.
I already have an online course or workshop. Is this for me? The sprint is geared toward people earlier in the process, so you may already know some of what we cover. That said, if you're looking for fresh perspective, a chance to revisit the foundations, or simply to connect with others doing this kind of work you're welcome to join.