# S2E29 Behind the Scenes of Teaching a SOLIDWORKS Class on LinkedIn Learning & Udemy – Johno Ellison

- Show: [Being an Engineer](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/being-an-engineer)
- Published: 2021-07-02
- Length: 47m
- Episode: 29
- Page: https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/being-an-engineer/2021-07-02-s2e29-behind-the-scenes-of-teaching-a-solidworks-class-on-linkedin-learning-udem

## Summary

Johno Ellison, a freelance product designer specializing in SolidWorks and 3D CAD, discusses his journey from a Royal Air Force helicopter pilot to a successful online educator and freelancer. He explains his approach to teaching SOLIDWORKS through real-world examples on LinkedIn Learning and Udemy, contrasting it with abstract tutorials, and details the production process of creating these courses. Ellison also shares insights on managing a global freelance career, including overcoming initial job search hurdles in Malaysia, handling difficult clients, and leveraging course visibility to build a steady client base.

## Chapters

- [0:00](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/being-an-engineer/2021-07-02-s2e29-behind-the-scenes-of-teaching-a-solidworks-class-on-linkedin-learning-udem#t=0) Introduction: Johno Ellison and his background
- [1:29](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/being-an-engineer/2021-07-02-s2e29-behind-the-scenes-of-teaching-a-solidworks-class-on-linkedin-learning-udem#t=89) From RAF Pilot to Product Design Student
- [5:43](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/being-an-engineer/2021-07-02-s2e29-behind-the-scenes-of-teaching-a-solidworks-class-on-linkedin-learning-udem#t=343) Failing Pilot Training and University Experience
- [10:30](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/being-an-engineer/2021-07-02-s2e29-behind-the-scenes-of-teaching-a-solidworks-class-on-linkedin-learning-udem#t=630) Starting Freelance CAD Work in Malaysia
- [18:49](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/being-an-engineer/2021-07-02-s2e29-behind-the-scenes-of-teaching-a-solidworks-class-on-linkedin-learning-udem#t=1129) Creating and Publishing SOLIDWORKS Courses
- [26:15](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/being-an-engineer/2021-07-02-s2e29-behind-the-scenes-of-teaching-a-solidworks-class-on-linkedin-learning-udem#t=1575) Monetization: Udemy vs. LinkedIn Learning
- [32:04](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/being-an-engineer/2021-07-02-s2e29-behind-the-scenes-of-teaching-a-solidworks-class-on-linkedin-learning-udem#t=1924) The Black Cab World Record Journey
- [39:12](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/being-an-engineer/2021-07-02-s2e29-behind-the-scenes-of-teaching-a-solidworks-class-on-linkedin-learning-udem#t=2352) Engineering Challenges: Radiator and Brake Clip Repairs
- [41:08](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/being-an-engineer/2021-07-02-s2e29-behind-the-scenes-of-teaching-a-solidworks-class-on-linkedin-learning-udem#t=2468) Freelancing Strategy: Pricing and Client Management

## Topics

- [PCB design & layout](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/pcb-design)
- [Industrial & consumer product design](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/industrial-design)
- [Direct-to-consumer & e-commerce](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/direct-to-consumer)
- [Careers & education](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/engineering-careers-and-education)
- [Leadership, teams & culture](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/leadership-and-culture)

## Most relevant to

early-stage companies

## Mentioned

- SolidWorks (tool)
- LinkedIn Learning (other)
- Udemy (other)
- Royal Air Force (other)
- Petalsite (company)

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