I've always had a passion for publishing and have tended to build up news sites, blogs, and now e-mail newsletters in the areas I find interesting. So prior to both the course and my screencast, I already had a five figure audience on the right topics and a huge home advantage.
I'll note, however, that this is by no means required, and people in my position frequently become friendly with others with such projects and help them out.
I've always had a passion for publishing and have tended to build up news sites, blogs, and now e-mail newsletters in the areas I find interesting. So prior to both the course and my screencast, I already had a five figure audience on the right topics and a huge home advantage.
I'll note, however, that this is by no means required, and people in my position frequently become friendly with others with such projects and help them out.