EP. 76 | How to Launch a Paid Online Community Around Your Writing w/ Angie Baughman

If you’ve ever thought, “I’d love to build a paid community around my writing… but where would I even start?” you’re not alone. In this episode, we’re sitting down with Angie Baughman, who has walked that road step by messy step. She’s pulling back the curtain on what it really takes to launch and run a membership that actually serves people — from pricing and platforms to beta groups and burnout. And she’s brutally honest about the challenges, surprises, and joys along the way. Whether you’re craving more income, deeper impact, or just a faithful next step, Angie’s story will show you it’s possible. Listen in!
Tune in to Hear:
- How Angie Baughman turned her Bible study method into a thriving online community for women.
- The pricing journey behind her $27/month membership model — and what finally gave her confidence to charge more.
- The biggest surprise of running an online Bible study.
- Her best advice for writers who want to start an online community that’s sustainable and soul-nourishing.
More About Angie:
Angie Baughman is a licensed pastor, Bible teacher, author, podcaster, and founder of Steady On Ministries. She is the creator of the Step By Step Bible study method and the leader of Steady On University, an online community helping women grow in biblical knowledge and spiritual confidence.
At sixteen, Angie was groomed into a romantic relationship with a high school teacher and later faced community rejection when she shared her story. Over time, it was God’s Word and the practice of studying His promises that helped her break free from the shame that tried to define her. Today, she equips others to experience the same freedom through consistent, meaningful time in Scripture.
You can learn more about Angie’s ministry at LiveSteadyOn.com, or jumpstart your own Bible study journey by downloading her free Step By Step Starter Kit.
Links from the Show:
- Early Bird Pricing is launching soon for our January 2026 Cohort! Our spots will be very limited this time around, so join the waitlist and be among the first to hear when registration opens.
- Learn more about Angie and Steady On University
- Find Angie’s Bible studies on Amazon
- Check out Circle.so
- Come to The Women: a Steady On Live Event at Rock Harbor Church in Melbourne, FL! Sandy, Mary K., and Angie will be joined by Jenny Zentz and Teresa Whiting for a power-packed day of Connecting with Women Listed in the Family Tree of Jesus.
- Hear more from Angie in Episode 68: Is it a Ministry or Business? How to Know When to Charge For Your Work
- To read the blog post inspired by this episode, check out: Building an Online Community: Lessons from Angie Baughman’s Steady On University
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