Should you Cap your Cohorts? (Ep 22)

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In episode 22 of the Rave Results podcast, I’m digging into the pros, cons, and strategies around capping enrollments for group programs. If you’ve ever wondered whether keeping your cohort sizes small—like around 10 students—is the right move, I’ve got you covered. I’ll be sharing insights from my group offers survey, where I gathered feedback on average enrollment sizes, plus my own experiences running both capped and uncapped programs.

We’ll explore the benefits and drawbacks of smaller cohorts, tackle common fears about larger groups, and I’ll share how to structure live calls and offer high-touch support without burning out. You’ll also learn how to scale your program while still providing a high-quality experience for every participant.

Here’s how the episode breaks down:

- **00:00** Introduction to episode 22

- **00:07** Understanding cohort sizes

- **00:42** Feedback and research insights from my survey

- **01:49** Why you might want to cap enrollments

- **02:06** Capped vs. uncapped models explained

- **02:28** My personal experiences with capping

- **03:47** Challenges of running small cohorts

- **09:58** Proving the effectiveness of your curriculum

- **10:59** Structuring live calls for maximum value

- **12:08** Community dynamics in smaller groups

- **13:25** Weighing the pros and cons of capped groups

- **14:52** Balancing high-touch support vs. one-to-one time

- **15:19** Scalability and growth considerations

- **20:11** Addressing fears around uncapped cohorts

- **21:35** Summary and final thoughts

- **23:08** Join Rave Results

Let’s find the right strategy for your group program’s enrollment and growth!