Made Simple

If you’ve ever dreamed of waking up to Stripe notifications while sipping coffee in your pajamas — welcome to the world of digital products. Creating and selling your own digital product is one of the fastest, most scalable, and most freedom-filled ways to make money online. And the best part? You don’t need a warehouse, inventory, or even a huge following to get started.

Let’s break down how to turn your ideas into income — step by step.


1. Choose a Problem You Can Solve

All great digital products start with a problem — and a solution people are willing to pay for. Ask yourself:

  • What do people constantly ask me for help with?
  • What have I figured out that someone else is still struggling with?
  • What shortcuts, systems, or knowledge do I have that could help someone else?

Examples:

  • A busy mom creates a 7-day meal planning guide.
  • A virtual assistant builds a “Client Onboarding Template Pack.”
  • A hairstylist offers a “DIY Blowout Guide” for everyday clients.

Don’t overthink it — if you’ve solved it for yourself, you can package it for others.


2. Pick Your Digital Product Format

There are so many options, but here are some beginner-friendly ideas:

  • PDF Guides or eBooks
  • Templates & Checklists (Notion, Canva, Google Docs)
  • Workshops or mini-courses
  • Spreadsheets or planners
  • Swipe files or copy banks
  • Membership access to a community or private content

Start simple. Your first product doesn’t have to be massive — just useful and clear.


3. Create It Using Free Tools

No fancy software required. Use tools like:

  • Canva – for guides, templates, and workbooks
  • Google Docs or Slides – for info products
  • Notion – for digital planners or business dashboards
  • Loom or Zoom – for mini-trainings or screen recordings
  • Stan Store, Payhip, or Gumroad – to sell & deliver your product instantly (Stan store is what I use)

Pro tip: Design with your dream customer in mind. Make it clean, clear, and easy to use.


4. Set Up a Simple Sales System

You don’t need a full-blown website to make money. Here’s what you do need:

  • sales page (use Stan Store, Gumroad, or Leadpages)
  • A clear product description with benefits
  • checkout button that works
  • delivery method (email, download link, etc.)

Optional but powerful: connect an email list for follow-ups and upsells later!


5. Market It Where Your Audience Hangs Out

You don’t need thousands of followers — just conviction and clarity.
Here’s where to show up:

  • Instagram Stories – show the behind-the-scenes or results
  • TikTok – short, snackable content that teaches or inspires
  • Pinterest – perfect for lead magnets or blog posts that link to your product
  • Email list – send out a “problem/solution” message with a direct CTA (Call To Action)

Remember: people need to see your product often before they buy. Don’t be shy!


6. Keep It Evergreen (aka Make Money While You Sleep)

One of the best parts of digital products? You can sell them over and over without remaking them.

Set up automations so that when someone:

  • signs up for your freebie → they get an email that introduces your product
  • visits your profile → they see your offer clearly and can buy in seconds
  • follows you → they get value and know how to work with you

Your product becomes part of your ecosystem, not just a one-time launch.


Final Thoughts

The digital product space is exploding — and for good reason. You don’t need to be famous. You don’t need to be techy. You just need a problem-solving offer and the courage to put it out there.

Your first sale will feel like magic — but it’s not magic. It’s strategy.
And once you see it works, you’ll never look at online income the same way again.


Ready to start?
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I’m Kat

Welcome to my side of the internet where I talk about Faith, Family, Freedom & Finances! I am a mum of 2 boys, married to a Guatemalan and passionate about building business where us mums can be present, prosperous and rooted in purpose.

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