Module 1: Leads That Matter · Lesson 2 of 3

Creating a Lead Magnet

Plan, create and package a free resource that attracts your ideal lead.

1 min readUpdated 2026-09-27

Lesson objectives

  • Choose a lead magnet format
  • Create a first version quickly

Choose the problem first

Pick a specific problem your ideal lead has that sits right before your paid offer. The lead magnet solves part of it - the paid offer solves the rest.

Fast formats

  • Checklist
  • Template or swipe file
  • Calculator or scorecard
  • Short video training
  • Mini email course
  • Resource list

Ship a first version

A focused first version that's useful beats a polished resource that's never finished. Improve it based on what subscribers say.

Action steps

  1. Complete the lead magnet planning worksheet
  2. Draft version one

Checklist

  • Solves one specific problem
  • Connects to the paid offer
  • Usable within 15 minutes

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