Podcast & Amplify

Everyone wants to know, how do I make money with a podcast? Podcasting is not a make-money-overnight game, but you can and should be thinking about how you can monetize this powerful tool in your marketing toolbox. In this episode, I’m sharing why business owners are uniquely positioned to make money with a podcast, what people really buy, and the importance of building trust to make sales.   Sign...

Freedom is a big driver for many entrepreneurs, but when growing a business we can feel bogged down by our daily to-do list (something we didn’t intentionally sign up for). However, some of those day-to-day tasks can be streamlined with the right systems in place, giving us more freedom and space. In this episode, Taylor Dru, a Systems Specialist and the CEO of Systems Guru, talks about how she he...

It’s the big question every podcaster wants to know: Should I care about downloads and if so, why? Download numbers can be a bit confusing and aren’t always the best metric for measuring the success of your podcast. In this episode, I’m demystifying downloads and sharing what downloads are good for and what they’re not good at telling you about your podcast, more meaningful ways to measure the suc...

Consistency and action are at the heart of Strategic Life & Business Coach Wendy Amara’s approach to helping women achieve their biggest goals. In this episode, we talk about some of the many tools she uses to help her clients, including manifesting goals by tapping into the wisdom of their future selves, ways to overcome mind drama and negative self-talk, tips for managing stimulus and taking car...

We’re all creative beings! Creativity looks different for everyone.⁠ For some, it's being artistic - painting, dancing, singing. For others, it's problem solving, inventing, challenging the status quo. But sometimes we don't give our creativity the attention it deserves - the freedom to play and nurtured. ⁠ In this episode, I talk about how to build your creativity muscle by prioritizing creativit...

Jannese Torres-Rodriguez, Latina Money Expert, Business Coach, and host of the Yo Quiero Dinero™ podcast, started out as a blogger, growing her Latin food blog, "Delish D’Lites, into a six-figure business. Today, she’s here to share her journey as a blogger and her best tips and advice for building a blog that can earn you passive income. Listen to this episode to learn the mindset you need to cre...

We’re back for a second season! We’ve got new graphics, new guests, interesting topics…I know you’re going to love it! For this episode, I wanted to break down how the podcast has evolved from season one, reaffirm my mission behind the podcast, share some of the exciting topics we’ll be covering this season, + the new day/time to expect episodes to drop.   Resources & Links www.podcastandamplify.c...

Host Kristin Quiroz Bayona is wrapping up the year and first season by sharing some of her favorite guests/conversations, which solo episodes she enjoyed recording the most, and what to expect in season two.   Happy New Year!     LEARN MORE www.podcastandamplify.com  

Whether virtual or in-person, events are a great way to connect and reconnect with others. But how do you create experiences (in person or virtual) that guests don’t want to leave and can’t stop talking about? On this episode, Jacqueline Broadus, Founder and CEO of Perfectly Elegant Designs, shares her tips for curating events that inspire and delight guests and ensure that people feel truly conne...

You’ve set up your podcast, but now you need guests. If you're wondering where to look for guests and how to reach out, on this episode, Kristin gives her top 3 ways to find fantastic guests that lead to great conversations and tons of downloads. Also in this episode Why not to be nervous about reaching out to total strangers. The mindset that will help you when reaching out to potential guests. T...

When the pandemic hit, Aroma Therapy Specialist and Connection Coach Georgia Mulliss, knew that she needed to build her clientele differently. So she threw herself into learning everything she could about online networking and quickly discovered that she had a special gift for creating authentic, meaningful connections. Now, she’s a Connection Coach who runs the Freedom Fridays networking group an...

Your podcast is a huge asset for growing your business and building brand loyalty. So it’s important that you leverage your podcast to provide value and promote your services. On this episode, Kristin is sharing three strategies to create connections and turn your listeners into loyal customers. Also in this episode... What’s next for the podcast as season 1 wraps up. When to expect season two to...

We all have dreams we aspire to achieve, but often it can be hard pursue what we truly desire in life. In this episode, Transformational Life Coach, Trainer and Speaker, Karen Williams-Thompson, talks about how to gain clarity, cultivate, and say ‘YES!’ to your dreams. Karen is empowers businesses and individuals; especially women, to achieve their goals and live their best life to the fullest. Sh...

Wondering what a podcast vision is or how it can help you start a podcast? Kristin is breaking down three ways that having a podcast vision can give you the clarity you need to create your dream podcast. Also in this episode... The tangible results and mindset shifts that having a podcast vision creates. How knowing her 'why' helped Kristin create two podcasts that she loves. What Kristin's thankf...

Many entrepreneurs look to scale their offers and help more people by launching a course. But going from a 1-to-1 to one-to-many business model requires planning, strategy, and mindset shifts. Paty Soares, Strategic Consultant who helps coaches build and deliver high-quality group coaching programs, breaks down the different components that make a great course, the difference between coaching and...

As a recovering perfectionist, Kristin knows all about how the pressure to show up flawless can prevent us from trying new things, especially if we aren’t 100% certain we’ll be good at. In this episode, she talks about how she managed her perfectionist tendencies to start her podcast and gives tips on how you can, too. Also in this episode... How perfectionism has impacted her life. What’s behind...

We often describe intuition as a “gut feeling” or an inner knowing. It can feel ‘woo’ but entrepreneur and author, Stacey Ruth, is here to break down how intuition is actually grounded in science. She shares how intuition is an interplay between our conscious and unconscious mind, ways to build our intuitive muscle, and why intuitive business decision making is a huge advantage.   We also talk abo...

Most people think podcasts are a one-sided conversation. But it doesn’t have to be. Your listeners are already fans, but it’s up to you to give them ways to engage with you outside the podcast. In this episode, Kristin shares three ways to invite your listeners into your community. Also in this episode... The path from podcast to your social platforms and email list. Effective ways to invite your...

Establishing a strong financial foundation is crucial for creating a profitable business. However, managing financials can sometimes feel overwhelming and not at all in our zone of genius. Today’s guest, Sandra Morno, Master Tax Strategist and IRS Enrolled Agent, offers simple yet effective ways to analyze and track your business finances, ways to save money through tax benefits that often overloo...

Choosing a show format is one of the first decisions you'll have to make as a podcaster. To help you choose a show format that represents your unique voice, I've rounded up five different podcast formats to inspire you and get your creative juices flowing.   Also in this episode... Why you shouldn’t be afraid to experiment with your podcast format. Why it’s important to be creative & make a podcas...

As entrepreneurs, we have BIG money goals. But talking about money can still feel taboo and we can be operating from old beliefs about money that keeps us from achieving financial freedom. On this episode, Money Mindset Coach, Kelsey Chia, debunks common misconceptions around money, shares tips for improving your money mindset, breaks down how to invest your money, and how women can take control o...

If you’ve been thinking about starting a podcast for months or years and are still struggling to move from the “thinking stage” to taking action, this episode is for you. Today, Kristin (an over-thinker) is sharing the five strategies she used to quiet her mind and start a podcast she loves. Also on this episode: The #1 thing that helped Kristin process the resistance and fear she felt around laun...

For those of you feeling overwhelmed, trying to juggle all.the.things and craving more balance in your life, this episode is for you. Alisha Carlson is a Non-Diet Lifestyle Coach and founder of The Strong[HER] Way and she’s joined me to talk about how we can prioritize ourselves amidst our busy lives, why we should say ‘no’ to hustle culture, and shares tips for adopting healthier food and fitness...

On this episode, I'm sharing five of my best time-saving hacks for producing your podcast. I'm sharing what I learned from producing my first podcast and how I've streamlined my process to more efficiently produce episodes of the Podcast & Amplify podcast, while providing the same high-quality content. I also talk about... Why podcast length matters. How much time you should spend editing. The tem...

We're ending our Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month interview series with Visibility Coach and host of The Liberated Latina Podcast, Daisy Lopez. Originally a Clubhouse live chat, Daisy and I discussed why podcasting needs more diverse voices and how women of color can own their voice and amplify their brand through podcasting. Daisy shares why women of color should turn up the volume on their authent...