MASTER CLASS

CREATE THE LIFE YOU WANT WITH ENJOYMENT AND EASE

Enrollment opens on May 22nd. Spaces are limited.
Join the waitlist for early access and the chance to receive a private 1:1 coaching session.  
97%
Cohort Completion Rate
96%
Strongly Recommended
The personal breakthroughs I experienced have been nothing short of transformational.
Tiago Forte
Founder of Forte Academy

Create the life you want
with enjoyment and ease

Master Class is our flagship program and our most sought-after experience. Since its inception, we have sold out every annual cohort. 

We believe that profound experiences require profound presence. That’s why Joe Hudson and our team of senior coaches pour their unwavering, wholehearted dedication into the program every year, and give each student personalized attention. 

While we would love to provide this program to as many people as possible, the level of care we give each student means we limit availability.

Enrollment will open to the general public for only 12 days this year, from May 22 to June 1. Those who sign up for our waitlist will receive 24-hour priority access to enroll on May 21.

“This was the most transformative online experience I've had. It unfolded swiftly and overflowed with love.” 

Tali Kimelman
Fine Art Photographer

The Master Class Experience

“We don’t tell you how to improve yourself or become someone else. We remove what’s standing in the way of who you already are.”

After decades working with some of the world’s most successful executives and leaders, Joe began to notice patterns to what holds people back from achieving the life they want.

Over the years, he distilled and refined these into seven key areas. Master Class is a carefullycrafted deep-dive into seeing through and undoing these seven limitations.

In 2022, facing my own crisis, I started doing inner work with the Art of Accomplishment.
Through their intense but wildly effective program, I wrested free of my insecurities, unhelpful voices, and limiting beliefs.
I became joyful, emotionally fluid, and whole. For the first time since I was five, I was me again.
” 

Dave Hersh

Serial Entrepreneur and Investor

"There’s something that you’ve been trying to do for years, that you have not done.

And I can tell you why you haven’t done it without knowing what it is."

MEET THE FOUNDER

Joe Hudson

The “coach behind Silicon Valley’s unicorn CEOs,” Joe is one of the most sought-after teachers among the world’s top leaders, from OpenAI to SpaceX to Apple. 

A former venture capitalist, Joe’s approach springs from a 23-year meditation practice and insights from dozens of spiritual, psychological, and neurological traditions.

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Andrew Conner

Co-founder of Levels Health
I can confidently say that I got everything I wanted. I can't put all the new perspectives into words, but feel like I have a quiver of tools that will be valuable for the rest of my life. I'm able to be more open and less guarded. I embrace intensity, including anger.

If you're interested in learning to work with emotions and have more effective relationships with yourself and others, I couldn't recommend the course more. I've read dozens of self-help books, but never encountered anything quite so impactful for me.
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Course Overview

“Intense. Authentic. Important experience.” 

Kevin Hollingsworth

Sr Director Digital Engineering

The Reverse Classroom

Small Group
A 90-minute live call each week to experiment with and reflect on the week's lesson with a group of 6 participants
Rapid Fire Coaching with Joe
Rapid Fire Coaching with Joe is available to participants in weekly group calls.
Podcast
Listen to a special episode each week that introduces the key topics
Solo Work
Perform experiments on your own to explore and practice with what you’ve learned
Partner Work
A 60-minute live call once per week with a partner to practice and integrate new distinctions using exercises
Big Group
A 90-120 minute live call once per week that includes coaching by Joe, a Q&A on the week’s lesson, and conversational exercises

“Over decades of doing transformational coaching, we’ve seen that
transformation doesn’t come from more information.”

There are some things you can only learn by stepping up to the baseball plate. No amount of reading, intellectualizing, or watching others play can compare to picking up a bat yourself. The same is true for the deep emotional work that we dive into in Master Class. 

That's why we designed this course to be intentionally light on theory:

  • Aside from one podcast a week, there are almost no lectures or presentations in our curriculum. 
  • Instead, you’ll engage in solo work and run live experiments with your partner and small group. 
  • Every Friday, we’ll host a Q&A with Joe where you can ask intellectual and emotional questions, dive deeper into what’s coming up, and engage in Rapid-Fire Coaching.
  • Each week is designed to be a cohesive arc and begins on Friday. We release all materials then for you to prepare for your live calls on your own time.

Enrollment will open to the general public for only 12 days this year, from May 22 to June 1. Those who sign up for our waitlist will receive 24-hour priority access to enroll on May 21.

RUNS JUNE 7th - august 2ND

Course Schedule

The Master Class runs for 8 weeks from Friday June 7 to Friday August 2nd.

Welcome & Kick-off Call: Friday June 7th @ 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM PT (check your time zone)

Partner Work

Partner calls are scheduled with your partner (you'll meet them in the course).

These are mandatory and not recorded, they are an essential part of the course.

They last 60 minutes and happen on Monday or Tuesday.

Small Group Work

Small Group calls last 90 minutes and are scheduled on Wednesday or Thursday.

These are mandatory and not recorded, they are an essential part of the course.
You will pick a time when you enroll and keep it for the entire course.


Small Group morning and evening times are available:
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM PT  (check your time zone)
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM PT  (check your time zone)
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM PT (check your time zone)
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM PT  (check your time zone)

Friday Large Group Q&A and Rapid-Fire Coaching with Joe Hudson

Every Friday 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM PT (check your time zone)

These are optional, but highly encouraged. We recommend attending so you can ask questions and get the chance to be coached live by Joe on a topic of your choosing. These will be recorded for later viewing.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

Course Curriculum

Week 1 - Embarking on the Journey
In Week One, we’ll lay out how to make the most of Master Class — a clear map of what to expect along the way, the necessary conditions, the best approach, and the potential pitfalls to watch out for that tend to slow people down.
Week 2 - Connection over Perfection
Week Two will start diving into a commonly held myth — that we need to strive for perfection. What if being in connection with your customers gets better results than trying to make a perfect product? We are taught from a very young age that doing things perfectly will get us where we want to go in life. What if doing things in connection is far more effective?
Week 3 - Enjoy over Manage
“The problem with getting good at managing your life is that you end up with a life that has to be managed.” Many of us believe that we have to manage ourselves, our companies, and the world around us to get what we want. In week three, we explore how to enjoy your life and get what you want with far more efficiency.
Week 4 - Feel over Figure
We are told to ignore our feelings and to be rational about our lives, especially about important matters. But if we removed the emotional part of our brain, it would take us five hours just to pick a pen color. In week four, we begin to see through this myth and recognize how managing our emotions often leads us away from what we actually want.
Week 5 - Want over Should
Should is a mechanism of shame, and shame is the locks that keep the chains of bad habits in place. In week five, we learn how to break free from the things we believe we should do, and how to get in touch with and honor what we actually want, without craving.
Week 6 - Authenticity over Improvement
In week six, we’ll see how self-improvement can quickly turn into just another way for us to beat ourselves up. We’ll dive into the difference between self-discovery and self-improvement, and how this nuance can lead you to your freedom.
Week 7 - Empower over Power
Power is looking to find safety. It's an expression of fear. Empowerment is standing in the face of that fear and being truthful to yourself. In our second to last week, we’ll discover how empowerment leads to the sense of security and freedom we all desire.
Week 8 - Love over Defense
Love can't really exist without empowerment. Our last week will explore the pragmatic power of love, and how many of our commonly held misconceptions about love prevent us from experiencing the deep peace, enjoyment, and welcoming that is always available.

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Personal development coursework stemming from vulnerable heart opening experiments with yourself, partner, and larger community.
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“The problem with getting good at managing your life is that you end up with a life that has to be managed.”

“The best program you can take to become more yourself, and to be happier and more successful. If you have the courage to dive deep.” 

Matt Rudnitsky

Founder, Platypus Publishing

Pricing Plans

MASTER CLASS

$6,500

Our original flagship program with high touch and limited access. Since its inception, we have sold out every one of our annual cohorts.

Who is it for:
Our course is designed for anyone seeking profound personal growth and transformation, regardless of profession or background. If you’re in a profession of helping others in their journey or an executive, you can go deeper with our more comprehensive options.

It is a powerful experience for anyone who wants to identify the roots of your limiting beliefs, break free from what is holding you back, and create the life you want.

  • 8 weeks of guidance, a dedicated partner, and an intimate group format for deep learning
  • Daily practices for integration and solo experiments
  • Partner exercises
  • Small group exercises
  • Large group Q&A’s and Rapid fire coaching with Joe
  • Lifetime access to our online community

Applications will be open to the public on May 22. Those who sign up for our waitlist will receive 24-hour priority access to apply on May 21.

This year, we are offering an added Complimentary 1:1 Coaching Session with a senior AOA coach to the first 20 students who enroll.

MASTER CLASS For Coaches

$9,500

Elevate your coaching, therapeutic, or healing practice with an immersive add-on experience. In addition to the Master Class curriculum, you'll participate in six live small group facilitation sessions with master somatic facilitator Tara Howley, diving deep into an embodied exploration of the course material.

Who is it for:
This offer is ideal for anybody assisting others on their journey. While it is not a certification training, it will empower you to apply and integrate the transformative lessons from the Master Class into your practice in a deeply embodied way.

  • 8 weeks of guidance, a dedicated partner, and an intimate group format for deep learning
  • Daily practices for integration and solo experiments
  • Partner exercises
  • Small group exercises
  • Large group Q&A’s and Rapid fire coaching with Joe
  • Lifetime access to our online community
  • PLUS a weekly deep dive into an embodied experience of the curriculum with 8-12 participants led by Master Facilitator Tara Howley

MASTER CLASS Executive COhort

$13,000

Designed for established executives and leaders, this comprehensive tier includes unique material that is directly applicable to your business.

You’ll also work closely with Joe Hudson to apply the Master Class learnings directly to your organization. In addition to the core curriculum, you'll benefit from six live small group sessions facilitated by Joe, as well as a private 60-minute 1:1 session with him.

Who is it for:
This exclusive tier is very limited in number and requires an additional application. It is tailored for executives and leaders who are guiding teams and seeking to transform the way they show up in business from the inside out.

It is the only tier offering private, personalized 1:1 coaching with Joe.

  • 8 weeks of guidance, a dedicated partner, and an intimate group format for deep learning
  • Daily practices for integration and solo experiments
  • Partner exercises
  • Small group exercises
  • Large group Q&A’s and Rapid fire coaching with Joe
  • Lifetime access to our online community
  • PLUS 6 additional live sessions in a small group with Joe
  • PLUS one 60 minute 1:1 coaching session with Joe in July
  • PLUS Priority access for Joe to do work inside your company. Join the shortlist reserved only for people who have done deeper work with Joe.

"A mind-bending journey into myself. An intense deep dive into long held beliefs and patterns. Would highly recommend to anyone who’s ready to work hard and open up to the unexpected."

Lucie K

Frequently Asked Questions

Have any other questions? Reach out, and we'll be happy to help.
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I’m not an executive – is this program right for me?
  • If you’re limiting yourself and your access to this course based on your resume, then not only is this course right for you, it will speak directly to what’s getting in your way. 
  • Personal and professional problems arise from the same fundamental source. Our psyche doesn’t know the difference between them, and we are the same person encountering any challenge we face, regardless of where we face it. 
  • The focus we have is on self-exploration and unlocking your fullest potential, which transcends any specific career path.
What makes Master Class cost $6,500? 
  • We have considered raising the price for Master Class since we sell out every year and believe that the course’s value is much higher than our price.
  • We’ve chosen not to because we want to support folks in all professions. 
  • $6,500 is the cost we have decided on that reflects the time and effort of our team, and the care and personalization that we give to each participant — all while keeping it accessible.  
  • We’ve designed it to have a long tail of learning, because our curriculum revolves around pattern recognition. In fact, many previous participants from groups to rerun the Master Class on their own, a testament to its enduring value.
  • Finally, we’ve seen time in and time out that the investment you put in is the best indicator of your commitment. And we only want to work with people who are committed to the work.
What will I get from this course that I can’t get from just listening to the podcast? 
  • What can you get from playing baseball that you can’t get from watching it? The answer is the same: it’s an embodied experience. 
  • It’s the difference between listening to a podcast from a personal trainer and booking an in-person appointment. Having someone guide you into what it feels like to be in certain positions and help you make micro-adjustments makes all the difference. 
  • This hands-on approach helps the knowledge actually become a part of you—integrated into your body—rather than something you’ve heard someone talk about.  
How could an online course be more effective than an in-person retreat?
  • It’s not more effective, it’s effective in a different way. It’s like comparing apples and oranges. 
  • There’s a different kind of change that happens when you are able to do this work over eight weeks, instead of over four days or a weekend retreat. 
  • Master Class takes place alongside your work, your relationships, and your daily routine. This means that you are able to directly apply what you’re learning to your daily life. 
  • This will lead you to discover things that you would not discover in the context of a retreat. 
Who is Master Class not for?
  • If you’re not using your skepticism effectively: Skepticism is healthy and an important part of the journey. But if you’re skeptical before the experiments we do, it will add in bias that decreases the effectiveness of the skepticism. Our experiments are most useful when you can keep an open mind, until after the fact. Then, skepticism  is invaluable. 
  • If you’re not ready to be sincere: The work we do requires a deep commitment to self-exploration. If you’re unable to join the program from a place of sincerity and openness, this likely won’t be a good use of your money.  (Note: Sincerity does not mean seriousness. Enjoying the process is one of the most effective ways to be in this work.) 
  • If you're fully satisfied with your current state of being: The Master Class is a catalyst for profound change, a space where you are encouraged to question long-held beliefs and patterns. If you don’t see anywhere where you want to change your way of being, this might not be the right program for you. (Hint: If you believe yourself above others or think that you’re  in control of your emotions, you’re not actually satisfied. You’re protecting yourself.)
  • If you don’t want to embark on an emotionally rich and intense journey of self-discovery: The Master Class is an intense and immersive experience that is designed to push your boundaries and challenge you to find your edge. While we provide expert care and guidance along the way, this isn’t the right program for everyone.
What if I’m not sure I have enough time for Master Class?
  • Thinking you have a lack of time to do this work is a good indication that this work will have benefits for you.
  • The sense that you have a lack of time is often due to over-management, perfectionism, defensiveness, fear, and shame. All of these are addressed in the course. 
  • Consider this: Many of us have time to consume content, scroll on our phones, and run around in circles at our job, but we don’t have time to work on things that increase our capacity for a lifetime, which no one can take away from us.
Why is Master Class only held once a year?
  • Joe works with our team of highly trained coaches to personally track every single participant’s journey in the course. 
  • This level of care and commitment to your transformation is what sets the Master Class apart, and why we are only able to run the course once a year. 
What should I know before joining the course? Are there any prerequisites to joining?
  • There are no formal prerequisites for joining the Master Class. The only requirement is an openness to explore, engage, and experiment with the principles taught. 
  • To get the most out of the program, we encourage you to approach it with intentionality, vulnerability, and a spirit of curiosity and enjoyment. 
  • Also, nobody is forcing you to take this course. If a friend or colleague is pressuring you to come and you don’t feel called to it, then you shouldn’t do it.

For those seeking additional guidance, we offer a prep guide via email to help you prepare for the Master Class experience. To receive it join the waitlist.

What is the difference between the Connection Course vs Great Decisions Course vs Master Class?
  • The Connection Course is designed specifically around relationships with yourself and others, communication, and resolving conflicts.
  • Meanwhile, the Great Decisions Course has a deep focus on emotional fluidity and decision-making.
  • Master Class helps you see through the seven limiting beliefs that most people have. 
  • The content and results of all the courses are different, with only a small overlap when necessary. 
Why should I do Master Class instead of a similar coaching certification program where I can receive training? 
  • You shouldn’t. If your goal is to become a certified coach, you should absolutely pursue a coaching certification program. 
  • Our courses are focused on self-development. As you learn about yourself, coaching comes out of that. 
  • We do not focus on skills because many people who coach aren’t doing a good job — they have the hard skills, but not the inner knowledge and wisdom. 
  • For us, coaching is a secondary thing. No one gets accepted into our coaching programs until they’ve done a significant part of our work so we can be sure that they are actually interested in self-exploration above the techniques of coaching. 
What are the tangible tools and things I will get from masterclass?

There are too many to name, but some of the most powerful are: 

  • Seven recognition tools that directly apply to your life and work and help you remove what limit you.
  • How to move through projects with a lot more efficiency and effectiveness.
  • How to embrace mistakes with less shame, reducing drama in your life.
  • Developing a deeper, embodied intelligence to navigate life's challenges.
  • Understanding the wisdom behind various emotions and their signals in your work, business, and personal life.
  • Recognizing that when anger shows up, there is a boundary that needs to be drawn.
  • How to deal with the negative self-talk in your head. 
  • How to stop managing yourself and your life, and getting better results because of it.

Most importantly, you will be surrounded by an amazing, supportive community of like-minded and ambitious individuals. Many people in our cohorts become close friends and remain in touch for many years. 

How flexible are you with timing?
  • Very. Your solo work is done on your own time, the partner session is scheduled on your own time, and the weekly Q&A with Joe Hudson is recorded if you are unable to attend. 
  • The small group session is available at four different time slots. (See Course Schedule). Please reach out if you don’t think any of the times will work for you.
Can I get a reimbursement from my employer?
  • Yes. During the application process, you will have access to a pre-written template which you can use to explain the value of the program to your manager or company and request reimbursement.
  • Many organizations provide professional development stipends to their employees.
Is a payment program offered?
  • Yes, you can pay in installments. Contact us for more details at admin@artofaccomplishment.com.
Can I travel during the course?
  • While travel is possible during the Master Class, please keep in mind that there is one immovable weekly call for your small group. 
  • You'll need a strong internet connection, good lighting, and a distraction-free environment to fully participate without compromising your experience. 
  • As long as you can commit to attending the weekly small group call and partner call and completing the necessary work, travel should not be an issue. 
  • That said, we have seen people get the most out of the experience when they allow themselves greater space to integrate their learnings.
“Incredible guidance for unlocking what holds you back from living wholeheartedly.” 

Jason Berv

Transformational Coach

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