Profitpreneur Elite GOLD prestige Package
The Premium Profit Suite:
Done-for-You Expertise Monetization Program
STOP WAITING FOR PERMISSION TO EARN MORE.
START CASHING IN ON WHAT YOU ALREADY KNOW.
Sick of working your a** off—just to watch people with LESS skill & experience make MORE than you?
How many hours have you wasted in a job that drains you, just to bring home a paycheck that barely moves the needle?
Tired of waiting on a boss to decide when you’re worthy of a raise?
Sick of hoping for “your turn”, for a promotion that never comes?
Feeling like the only way to make more is to go back to school, pile on more debt, and hope for the best...just to justify charging what you’re ACTUALLY worth already?
🚨 WAKE UP CALL🚨
You don’t need another degree.
You don’t need more experience.
YOU NEED A SYSTEM THAT
PAYS YOU WHAT YOU’RE WORTH.
...and if the current system isn’t doing that...
It’s time to create your own system.
Think about it:
FACT: You went to school. You learned the skills. You put in the work.
FACT: You KNOW your skills are worth more you get paid.
FACT: There are people making 6 & 7 figures RIGHT NOW—teaching the SAME THING YOU KNOW.
So why aren’t YOU getting paid like they are?
Because although you have the knowledge, skills, experience...no one ever showed you how to fully MONETIZE what you already know.
FACT:
YOU ALREADY HAVE THE
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & EXPERIENCE WORTH PAYING FOR.
You’re sitting on a goldmine of knowledge that could be changing your life—but without the right offer, funnel, and automation in place… you’re leaving money on the table.
The Gold Prestige Package changes that—FAST.
WE BUILD IT. YOU PROFIT.
THE SKILLS YOU’VE SPENT YEARS BUILDING.
THE INCOME THAT FINALLY REFLECTS IT.
Launch with a fully built business that matches your skills, values, and goals—that’s as hands-off as a franchise—but uniquely YOURS.
From idea to launch—your offer, funnel, and automations are fully built for you to start profiting NOW.
👉 You don’t need to go back to school.
👉 You don’t need to get “certified” in something new.
👉 You don’t need another job or another side hustle.
You just need a system that turns what you already KNOW into a PROFITABLE, HIGH-TICKET OFFER.
Who Is This For?
If you’ve ever felt like you’re being UNDERPAID, OVERWORKED, or completely OVER the idea of working for someone else—you’re in the right place.
This is for you if…
You Have a Skill, Knowledge, or Experience That SHOULD Be Paying You Handsomely—But It’s NOT (Yet).
Maybe you’ve spent years mastering a trade, profession, or craft… but your paycheck hasn’t caught up to reflect the expertise you’ve built. We fix that.
You’re Not Techie, and You Don’t WANT to Be—You Just Want the Business BUILT Already—and Built FOR You.
Funnels? Automations? Email sequences? Social media strategy? If just reading that made you tired, you’re exactly who this was made for.
You don’t need to spend months (or years) trying to figure it out. and learn all the tech—we handle it FOR YOU. Finally enjoy the PEACE OF MIND knowing your offer, funnel, and marketing systems are built RIGHT by experts.
Your only job? Show up, OWN your expertise, and GET PAID
You Want CONTROL of Your Paycheck—NOT a Job That Controls & Owns Your Life.
You’re over waiting for someone else to decide your worth. Promotions take too long. Raises barely keep up with inflation. You’re DONE depending on a system that wasn’t built for you to win.
You Want to Be a Better Provider & Give Your Family the Life They Deserve.
You want to retire your spouse so you can actually see more them. You want to give your kids more than just "what's affordable." You want to build something that secures your family’s future.
Your only job? Show up, OWN your expertise, and GET PAID
You’re a Parent (or Grandparent) Who Wants to Prioritize Your Kids & Family—NOT a 9-to-5.
Val was a single mom who knew her kids deserved more than a stressed-out, overworked version of her.
Now, we help parents design a business that gives their family THE BEST of them—not what’s left” of them.
You Want More FREEDOM—Not More Work.
You don’t want a business that owns you. You want a business that supports your life—not the other way around.
You’re Not MEANT to Live on a Fixed Income.
If you’re retired, close to retirement, or just sick of hearing “live below your means,” this is how you expand your means.
You’ve got decades of knowledge sitting there—why not turn it into an income stream that works for you?
You’re Younger and Tired of Being Told the ONLY Path to Success is College → Degree → Job.
You were told this was the path to success… and yet here you are, overworked, underpaid, and maybe even in a job outside your field. Living below your means won’t fix that problem.
You’re not meant to “just spend less”—you’re meant to earn more. We help you build your OWN paycheck.
You Want a HIGH-TICKET Offer That Pays You at the HIGH-LEVEL You’re WORTH.
Not $7 e-books. Not $20 coaching calls. We build you a premium offer that commands premium pricing—so you finally get paid what you’re worth.
You Want to Build Something That LASTS.
This isn’t a quick fix to pay your latest bill. You Want a Business That Grows Over Time WITH YOU—Not One That Runs You Into the Ground.
This isn’t another “side hustle” that drains you. This is about building a real business, with real income, that supports the life you actually want.
If you’re done playing small, done waiting for opportunities, and done watching other people make money with skills no better than yours—this is for you.
GOLD PRESTIGE PACKAGE
YOUR EXPERTISE, YOUR KNOWLEDGE, YOUR PROFITS—ALL DONE FOR YOU.
Instead of waiting on a boss, a job, or the economy to decide your paycheck...YOU create your own.
Instead of waiting for a raise or promotion… you build your OWN income stream.
Instead of spending another YEAR hoping things “work out” wishing another certification increases your paycheck… you create a business that pays YOU—on your terms.
Instead of trading time for money, stuck in a cycle of "maybe next year"… you step into a HIGH-TICKET business built entirely around YOU.
This isn’t just coaching. THIS IS A COMPLETE, READY-TO-PROFIT BUSINESS—DONE FOR YOU.
Your High-Ticket Offer?
CREATED FOR YOU.
Your Entire Sales System?
DONE-FOR-YOU.
Your Automations & Marketing?
SET UP FOR YOU.
Your Brand?
POSITIONED FOR HIGH-PAYING CLIENTS.
NO TECH HEADACHES. NO GUESSWORK. NO WASTED TIME.
What’s Included in GOLD PRESTIGE
access to every feature you need from copper, bronze and Silver Packages
PLUS...
DONE-FOR-YOU HIGH-TICKET OFFER & SALES SYSTEM
We Create Your Signature High-Ticket Program (DFY) – Based on YOUR skills, knowledge, and values, we craft a premium online service like a coaching program, training portal, consulting program, mastermind, etc. that’s uniquely tailored to YOU. This includes marketing assets and mockups. We do NOT take a share of the profits.
We Build Your Entire Sales Funnel (DFY) – This isn’t some generic template—we fully optimize everything for MAXIMUM conversion, designed to attract high-value clients and close sales effortlessly—on autopilot.
We Set Up Your Sales & Marketing Automations (DFY) – Your funnel doesn’t just sit there—it nurtures, follows up, books appointments, and closes sales 24/7—even while you’re binge-watching Netflix. No more wondering if your offer will work. No more tech nightmares. No more wasted time.
Your only job? Show up, OWN your expertise, and GET PAID
PERSONALIZED COACHING & STRATEGY TO SCALE FASTER
Private, Personalized Business Strategy Support – We don’t just build it and disappear. We guide you on pricing, growth, and sales strategies to maximize profitability.
Launch & Scaling Training – Learn how to fill your pipeline with high-value leads, sell without feeling salesy, and position yourself as the authority.
Because a business that doesn’t scale is just an expensive hobby.
AI-Powered Lead Capture, Sales & Follow-Up
ProfitSmart™ AI Employee for Sales & Support (DFY) – Meet the employee you never have to pay. Your ProfitSmart™ Employee Works 24/7, Never Takes Breaks, and Doesn’t Need a Paycheck!
We help you provide the most realistic and pleasant experience for your customers, while you save time and money. WE set up and “train” your virtual employee to engage leads, answer questions, book appointments and even close sales—so you don’t have to.
Backend Email & Funnel Automations (DFY) – Every lead is automatically nurtured and converted with expertly crafted email sequences—so you never have to “follow up” manually again.
Hands-Free Payment Processing (DFY) – We set up your payment processing so that sales happen, payments process, and money hits your account—ALL ON AUTOPILOT.
75 Done-for-You Social Media Posts & Scheduling
(Because posting on social media shouldn’t be a full-time job)
We create 75 custom, high-converting, custom-branded social media posts (FB, IG, YouTube Shorts, Stories & Reels).
DFY Scheduling & Pre-Approval – We handle the posting—you just approve the content.
One-Time or Recurring Posting Options – Your content is working FOR YOU—on autopilot.
CSV File Provided – Reuse, repurpose, and re-upload content whenever you need it.
Step-by-Step Coaching & Progress-Based Unlocking System
Action-Based Progression – No more sitting through generic lessons. As you complete key steps, the next level of progress in your journey unlocks automatically, guiding you through real execution.
Go at YOUR Pace – Move as fast or as slow as you need. There’s no pressure—just real progress.
Private & Personalized Coaching Path – No group coaching anxiety. No feeling like you’re “behind.” This is designed to fit YOU.
Virtual Support & Expert Guidance
(Without Endless Zoom Calls)
You’re never alone in the process. You’ll have:
Virtual Support Access – If you need additional detailed guidance, simply submit your question and get expert answers.
Request a Private Zoom Check-In – If needed, you can schedule a 1-on-1 support session at any time.
Messaging & Feedback Options – Get personalized guidance without waiting for a scheduled session.
The GOLD PRESTIGE Package flips traditional coaching upside down.
We Build It For You FIRST—THEN Show You How to Run It.
Instead of sitting through coaching calls hoping you understand, we literally create your entire business system FOR YOU first.
We don’t just “tell” you what to do—we give you a fully functional business custom-built around YOUR values, skills, and interests.
THEN we train you on how to run it, scale it, and profit—so you don’t waste years "figuring it out" before making real money.
No More Stumbling. No More Overwhelm. Just a Business That’s Already Working—So You Can Focus on Growth.
Why This Works Better Than Traditional Coaching
You’re Positioned to Start Making Money Sooner – Your system will already be in place before you even begin learning how to scale it.
You Actually Have Something to Apply Coaching To – Instead of vague theory, you’ll have a real business, real assets, and real sales coming in.
You Skip the Confusion – No more guessing, piecing things together, or getting stuck on “how to implement.”
You Get a Business That’s Made FOR YOU, Not a Cookie-Cutter Model – Forget generic advice that doesn’t fit. Your system is tailored to YOU.
🔥 Exclusive Bonus for Gold PRESTIGE clients:
THE ELITE PROFIT POWERHOUSE ACCELERATOR
($13,000+ Value!)
💡 Your expertise is monetized—now let’s turn it into a predictable, Sustainable Income machine.
Turning your knowledge and skills into a high-ticket service is one thing… but making it a highly profitable CLIENT-MAGNET that generates CONSISTENT, SCALABLE PROFITS?
That’s where most entrepreneurs fail.
They believe the biggest lieS in business:
“If I just create a great program, clients will magically show up.”
🚨 NOPE. 🚨
“If I just put my offer out there, the right clients will find me!”
🚨 FALSE. 🚨
“If I just tell people about my offer, they’ll sign up!”
🚨 WRONG. 🚨
They pour their heart into building coaching programs, consulting services, or masterminds—only to hear crickets when they launch.
(or worse: get discouraged when family and friends don’t approve, and give up before they ever really start)
They develop a program, but have no system for attracting and converting premium clients.
They post on social media, but have no authority positioning that makes people say, “I NEED this.”
They struggle with inconsistent clients, unpredictable income, ZERO automated systems to attract, nurture, and convert leads effortlessly... and end up working HARDER, not smarter.
They UNDERSELL themselves, pricing their services too low, taking on too many clients, and burning out.
They leave FIVE and SIX figures on the table because they have NO marketing system, NO automation, and NO strategy to SCALE.
They have no marketing plan, no promotion strategy, and no automated system to turn their product into predictable profits.
They rely on word-of-mouth or cold DMs, instead of creating an automated pipeline that brings leads to THEM.
They waste time on sales calls—trying to “convince” people to buy, instead of positioning their offer so the RIGHT clients sell themselves.
They leave THOUSANDS on the table because they’re missing the key elements that actually make sales happen.
A premium offer means NOTHING without a premium system behind it.
These Bonuses Fix ALL of That—So Your Business RUNS & PROFITS While You Focus on Delivering Your Genius.
That’s why we’re handing you the exact assets, automations, and client-attracting systems you need—so your business RUNS & PROFITS like clockwork.
We don’t just create your offer—we build the entire money-making machine that promotes, sells, and automates your success.
This means:
Your offer is BUILT FOR YOU.
Your marketing system is DONE FOR YOU.
Your sales & automation are HANDLED FOR YOU.
Your brand is positioned for long-term, sustainable profits.
You’ve waited long enough to earn what you’re worth. Now, we’re giving you the ultimate fast-track to high-ticket success. No second-guessing. No wasted time. Just a fully built, monetized, and automated service-based business ready to profit—and bonuses to KEEP you profitable.
You’re not just launching a service—you’re launching a high-caliber, high-value, high-ticket business. This bonus suite gives you the tools, systems, and strategies to stand out, command top dollar, and scale faster than ever.
What’s Included in This Profit-Packed Bonus suite?
BONUS #1
ProfitFunnels™ DONE-FOR-YOU Lead Magnet & Opt-In Funnel ($1,500+ Value)
Your business needs leads—PERIOD. This isn’t just a “freebie”, it’s a high-converting entry point designed to attract, nurture, and warm up buyers BEFORE your product is even launched.
Custom lead magnet creation + fully built funnel (including email automation & follow-ups) so you can generate leads on autopilot.
Start collecting leads NOW and make sales faster—with ZERO guesswork.
BONUS #2
Pre-Profits™ Launch Strategy & Fast Cash Injection Plan ($1,500+ Value)
💡 Why wait to make money when you can GET PAID before your product is even live?
Most entrepreneurs launch a product and hope for sales. You? You’ll be making money BEFORE the doors even open.
Too many people build in silence, only to launch to an audience that isn’t ready to buy. Not you.
We’re flipping the script.
You’ll have buyers lined up, payments rolling in, and momentum already building—BEFORE DAY ONE.
Here’s how you bank profits BEFORE you launch:
Step 1: The "Pay Me First" Framework—Make Money Before You Deliver
We craft a pre-sale strategy that gets people BUYING before the product is even done.
Exclusive early-bird offers, VIP-only access, fast-action incentives—we structure the deal so compelling they HAVE to jump in.
Your audience locks in their spot, swipes their card, and YOU get paid NOW.
Step 2: The "Audience Warm-Up"—Turn Interest into Excitement & Demand
We position your offer so your ideal buyers see it as a must-have solution.
You’ll get our strategic content and engagement plan that builds trust, curiosity, and anticipation for your offer.
Your audience won’t just be watching—they’ll be READY TO BUY.
Step 3: The “Magic STRATEGIC Words” That Sell FOR You (Plug & Play Copy & Scripts)
We hand you proven, done-for-you sales scripts that drive pre-orders & pre-sales on autopilot.
Emails, DM scripts, social posts, word-for-word templates—just copy, paste, and send.
No more struggling with what to say. We GIVE YOU the exact words that make people buy.
Step 4: The Profit-First Pre-Launch Funnel—Convert Interest into Instant Cash
Your DFY pre-launch funnel will capture leads, nurture interest, and close sales before your official release.
We plug in the automated follow-ups that warm up buyers and drive conversions 24/7.
You’ll wake up to "You Just Got Paid" emails—while everyone else is still “getting ready.”
No more waiting until launch day. No more “hoping” for sales.
With this system, your product is PROFITABLE before it even exists.
BONUS #3
1 Year of ProfitSites Business Elite—FREE! ($3,468 Value)
Your Business Deserves a Website That Works as Hard as You Do.
Your all-in-one business system—CRM, automation, funnels, email marketing, AI-powered sales, social media scheduling & auto-posting, and more—NO need for multiple expensive subscriptions.
Includes one year free, then 40% off every month for life (as long as you maintain your subscription).
Eliminate tech headaches & streamline your entire business—forever.
BONUS #4
ProfitSites VIP Discount – 40% Off Additional DFY Services ($1,000+ Value!)
Need extra Done-for-You support? Get 40% off all ProfitSites DFY services outside your Gold coaching package.
(*Exclusive discount offer is valid for 12 months, starting at the time of client’s deposit submission. Excludes Hosting, Business Center, ProfitSmart™ AI Employee, Local Listings & SEO)
BONUS #5
ProfitSync™ Unified Inbox Setup ($1,000 Value)
Profitable leaders don’t waste time chasing DMs and emails—systems handle that for them.
All your messages in ONE inbox (FB, IG, email, SMS, GMB—ALL IN ONE).
Automated lead follow-ups (because speed = influence = profit).
Lead tracking & pipeline integration so you control every opportunity.
Want AI to handle responses? ProfitSmart™ AI Employees are an ideal upgrade!
BONUS #6
ProfitReach™ Retargeting System ($1,000 Value)
Most leads don’t buy right away—but smart entrepreneurs turn “not now” into “HECK YES! I’d be insane not to buy NOW.”
Pre-written email & DM templates to revive lost leads.
Mini Retargeting Strategy Guide (because retargeting = bigger profits).
Automated follow-up system setup so you never lose another sale.
BONUS #7
Instant 40% Affiliate Commission Eligibility
(value: Priceless)
affiliate program
As a Gold Client, you immediately qualify for one of the highest commission rates in the ProfitPreneur Affiliate Program—NO need to climb tiers.
Earn 40% commissions on referrals and start getting a return on your investment FAST.
Your investment into the Gold package isn’t an “expense”—it’s an ASSET that can make you money.
BONUS #8
The profitpreneur elite Impact expansion suite
($1,500+ VALUE)
Your business is your legacy. If you want to build a business that thrives long-term, you need more than just products and services…
You need a powerful presence, a strong community, and a system that makes scaling effortless.
Most entrepreneurs are stuck relying on platforms they don’t own, fighting for visibility, and leaving money on the table because they lack the right structure.
That ends TODAY.
With the Elite Impact Expansion Suite, you get to CHOOSE how you’ll expand your influence, increase your profitability, and position yourself as an industry leader.
CHOOSE ONE POWER MOVE FOR YOUR BUSINESS
For Silver Clients, we DESIGN your chosen system.
You handle setup, with our expert guidance.
Option 1: ProfitHub™ Community Design ($1,500+ Value)
OWN your community instead of relying on social media platforms that can block, restrict, or shut you down. A private, branded community keeps your audience engaged and under YOUR control.
We design a private, branded community space where your audience can connect—NO social media restrictions or distractions.
Fully customized with your brand colors & logo for a premium, professional feel.
Guidance on structuring engagement so your community stays active and valuable.
(Full Done-For-You community management automation available in Gold, Platinum & Diamond.)
Option 2: ProfitPartner™ Affiliate Portal Design ($1,500+ Value)
OWN your community instead of relying on social media platforms that can block, restrict, or shut you down. A private, branded community keeps your audience engaged and under YOUR control.
We design a private, branded community space where your audience can connect—NO social media restrictions or distractions.
Fully customized with your brand colors & logo for a premium, professional feel.
Guidance on structuring engagement so your community stays active and valuable.
(Full DFY affiliate setup & automation available in Gold, Platinum & Diamond.)
THE NEXT-LEVEL UPGRADE OPTIONS
Want more? Here’s how you can take this even further:
GOLD or GOLD PRESTIGE: Choose ONE, and we FULLY set it up for you.
PLATINUM: Get BOTH, fully built and set up—ready to scale from day one.
THE ELITE IMPACT EXPANSION SUITE: POWER. PROFIT. POSITIONING.
If your brand isn’t pulling in leads, closing sales, and creating demand—you don’t have a brand, you have a problem.
One choice. One game-changing decision. What will YOU pick?
Click below to lock in your choice and elevate your business TODAY.
BONUS #9
WEBINAR FUNNEL & CONVERSION STRATEGY –
NO MORE BORING, PREDICTABLE WEBINARS! ($5,000 value)
FACT: Most webinars flop because they’re generic, predictable, and SCREAM “I’m about to sell you something.” People tune out, drop off, and click away before the real value even starts.
YOUR webinar won’t be that.
We’re building you a high-converting, engagement-driven webinar funnel that grabs attention, delivers undeniable value, and effortlessly moves your audience to the YES.
WHAT MAKES THIS WEBINAR DIFFERENT?
🚫 No Overused “Hook, Story, Pitch” BS – People are TIRED of recycled webinar formulas. We build a structure that feels natural, keeps them engaged, and primes them to buy—without feeling like they’re being sold.
🚫 No Information Overload That Leaves People Confused – A great webinar isn’t about how much info you can cram in. It’s about positioning YOU as the go-to expert while making your audience realize they need what you offer.
🚫 No “Free Masterclass” That’s Just a Long Sales Pitch – This isn’t a bait-and-switch. We craft a webinar that ACTUALLY helps your audience while strategically moving them toward your premium offer—so they’re excited to invest, not skeptical.
HOW WE BUILD YOUR PROFITABLE WEBINAR SYSTEM
Customized High-Converting Webinar Structure (DFY)
Forget generic templates. We map out your entire webinar flow—designed specifically for YOUR offer, audience, and personality.
This isn’t about teaching for an hour and hoping they’ll buy. It’s about expert positioning, strategic storytelling, and audience-driven engagement that naturally leads to a sale.
Done-for-You Webinar Funnel Setup ($2,500+ Value)
Full webinar landing page design & copy—optimized for sign-ups.
Automated replay system so leads can watch & buy ANYTIME.
Engagement triggers built into the funnel (reminders, follow-ups, and urgency sequences).
Webinar Content That Sells (Without Feeling Salesy)
We craft compelling content that keeps people hooked from start to finish.
We help you reframe objections IN the webinar, so by the time you drop your offer, they’re already thinking, “This is EXACTLY what I need.”
Traffic & Promotion Strategy ($1,500+ Value)
We show you how to drive the right audience to your webinar—without wasting time or money.
You’ll get a step-by-step playbook for organic & paid traffic, so your funnel stays full of qualified leads ready to convert.
BONUS #10
90-Day Income accelerator & Profit Expansion Roadmap
($2,500 value)
Your long-term growth plan for increasing income, tracking the right data, and building a business that continues to scale—long after coaching ends.
This roadmap isn’t about short-term wins—it’s about creating a business that’s consistently profitable, predictable, and scalable. Designed for execution in 90 days, but move at your own pace and apply these strategies for years to come.
What You’ll Walk Away With:
Revenue Growth & Profit Planning (Beyond Just Making Money Now)
Set up a financial game plan so you always know your next revenue goal and exactly how to reach it.
Identify your fastest path to ROI—a customized plan to recoup your business investments (including this very program) much faster than the average entrepreneur.
Pinpoint & optimize your highest-profit income streams so you’re focusing on what generates real revenue, and learn when & how to expand.
Strategic pricing & offer positioning to ensure maximum profitability—without overworking.
Smart KPI Tracking & Data-Driven Scaling
Learn how to track the RIGHT business metrics—no more wasting time on vanity numbers.
Identify what’s driving your sales vs. what’s slowing you down so you can scale smarter.
FACTS, Not Feelings: Use real data to make wiser business decisions instead of guessing what’s working.
Automation & Systems for Predictable Profits
Build automation workflows that bring in leads & sales—even when you’re not working.
Stop chasing leads & start closing them automatically with smart follow-ups & retargeting.
Streamline business operations so you focus on growth, not repetitive tasks.
Long-Term Profit Expansion & Strategic Scaling
Create a scalable business model that keeps making money as you grow.
Learn when & how to add more revenue streams for sustainable income expansion.
Refine & optimize your systems so your business never stops improving.
This roadmap isn’t just a plan—it’s a sustainable, profit-building SYSTEM you’ll use for years.
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