Do you find yourself getting a migraine trying to schedule guests for your show? Are you juggling multiple email threads, phone calls, and texts just to set a date that works for everyone? If so, don’t despair – help is on the way! The secret to saving your sanity is simple: online schedulers.
As a podcaster, you know the success of your show requires you to build an audience and create engaging content. But how do you know if your efforts are paying off? By analyzing metrics like downloads, unique listeners, completion rate, and subscriber growth, you can gain valuable insights into your audience and your content. Understanding your analytics can help you identify which episodes are most popular, when your audience is tuning in, and even where they’re located geographically.
It’s time to grab your calendar and plan your recording dates! That’s fairly easy to do if you’re only recording by yourself, but if you’re recording with guests, I highly recommend you use an online scheduling system so your guests can pick which dates work best for you.
Music can make or break your podcast. Whatever music your choose for your podcast, don’t ever use copyright music without permission. It’s just not worth it. But there are some cost-effective ways to get amazing music for your podcast, and it doesn’t have to break the bank.
With the increasing popularity of podcasts, creating your podcast can be a fulfilling adventure. However, with so many genres and topics out there, it can be challenging to choose the right niche for your podcast. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of the top eight growing podcast niches in 2023 that are worth considering if you’re looking to start a new podcast or want to pivot your existing show.
You might be wondering if it’s possible to start a podcast with just a smartphone. After all, smartphones are incredibly powerful devices, and they’re always within reach. So, this article covers some pros and cons of starting a podcast with your smartphone and shows you exactly how to start a podcast with your smartphone.
There are hundreds (maybe thousands) of blog posts written about podcast equipment- so I’m going to simplify for you. There are only four pieces of podcasting equipment you need (besides your computer).
All podcasts need a podcast host provider- you simply cannot host your podcast on your website. This provider is crucial because they provide you with your RSS feed which allows listeners on Apple, Spotify, and others to hear your podcast. But not all podcast host providers are created equal.
As you already know, planning is key in podcasting. It’s also important to keep track of what you’ve already done with your show. That’s why I’m providing you with a couple of templates I personally use for all of my podcasts.
Having clear and well-defined goals can help you stay focused, motivated, and on track as you work to build your audience and grow your podcast. Whether you want to reach a large following, establish yourself as an authority in your niche, or simply share your passion with others, setting achievable goals is the first step to realizing your vision.
You can certainly promote your podcast yourself, but it’s a lot easier if you can rely on good ole’ organic search to bring people to your show. In this video, we’re going to discuss what elements of your show are searchable and I’ll give you some tips on the information you should (and shouldn’t) include in your podcast name, episode titles, and descriptions.
If you want your audience to listen to your episode from beginning to end… then you need to have a great show format. Because the truth is, audiences get bored easily, and you have to constantly keep them entertained. I’ll show you how.
Some of you may be thinking, “team members? Yeah, I’m podcasting completely solo!” And if that’s you, awesome. You will learn so much. But, if you happen to have a budget, there are people you can bring on your team to help make the process run more smoothly. In this video, we’ll be discussing the roles of a host, co-host, producer, sound engineer, editor, and assistant.
In real life, if you try talking to someone you don’t really know, it’s a tad bit awkward, right? That’s why we’re creating your audience avatar- it’s a breakdown of your ideal listener. This is a really important step that will help personalize your podcast so your audience feels like you’re speaking directly to them.
Ok, go-getter! Let’s break down all the essential steps needed in order to launch your podcast. We recommend downloading a copy of our checklist so you have the satisfaction of checking things off as you complete each step! We also recommend you get our customized Podcast Launch Guide Trello template that has these exact same steps but in a digital format.
Listening to a podcast is very personal. Usually, people are wearing headphones or earbuds and it can sound like you’re talking directly to the person- which is pretty cool. So, it’s important to know who you’re talking to. Creating an audience avatar will help you define exactly who that person is.
Podcasts are a great way to grow your business- whether you’re a business owner doing everything on your own, or you have a marketing team to help you. In this handout, we discuss five main ways your can grow your business through the power of podcasts!
As you’re planning your podcast, you’ll need to make lots of decisions. We’ve created this podcast plan so you can write down some of these key decisions so you have everything in the right place when you need it.
Podcast Your Business helps entrepreneurs and small businesses create podcasts that increase revenue and brand awareness. Each week, Sunny provides practical tips and inspirational stories that motivate you to meet your podcasting goals!
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