Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin - Podcast about Podcasting for Podcasters

A podcast is truly one of the most powerful business tools available. In today’s episode, I’m featuring my client Colie James and the Business-First Creatives Podcast, with an episode that dives into exactly how significant a podcast can be. Colie chats with marketing expert Polly Pollock about how podcasts and other types of long-form content are key to creating deep connections and driving real...

I'm a little late to celebrating 5 years of Clocking In, so in honor of 5 years, I’m sharing 5 things I wish more podcasters knew in 2026. These are the lessons I find myself repeating over and over again in client calls, podcast audits, strategy sessions, and other conversations with podcasters. And they might make a difference for your podcasting in 2026! Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produc...

Is video actually necessary for podcasting in 2026? In today’s episode, I’m sharing my answer to that question, and it might surprise you. Because simply turning on a camera isn’t a growth strategy.  Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced by Gaffin Creative , a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com , plus you’ll also fin...

Is your podcast aligned with your business goals? In today’s episode, I’m giving you a preview of my Podcasting For Business Private Podcast. Listen in on the first episode of this private series and learn why it is so important to intentionally integrate your podcast into your business ecosystem.  Download the Private Podcast: gaffincreative.com/privatepod Join the Waitlist for Podcasting fo...

What makes someone keep listening to a podcast? In today’s episode, I’m talking about how podcasters can create deeper connections with their listeners. Because if you’re using your podcast to grow your business, gaining the trust of your listeners truly matters.  Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced by Gaffin Creative , a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn mor...

What if your podcast doesn’t actually need more episodes — it needs more intentionality? In today’s episode, I’m talking about one of the biggest mistakes I see podcasters making when it comes to business growth. So many creators are publishing incredible content consistently, yet they’re still struggling to generate clients, visibility, authority, or revenue from their show. And honestly, I think...

Your podcast is capable of so much more than simply publishing weekly episodes. In today’s episode, I’m sharing why I believe so many business owners are dramatically underestimating the role their podcast can play in growing their brand, building trust, and generating long-term opportunities. If your podcast currently feels like “just another marketing task,” this conversation is going to complet...

Should you hire help, or just keep doing all the work for your podcast yourself? This episode is part of a small finance series, and today I’m talking all about outsourcing. Why even if you can handle the work yourself, it doesn’t necessarily mean that you should.  Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced by Gaffin Creative , a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn mo...

Have you ever opened your bank account and immediately felt your stomach drop? Today’s episode is part two in the small finances series, and I’m talking all about business finances. I’m talking about what it’s like to see the money come in, and then immediately go back out. And it’s not that the money is just disappearing; it’s being invested and making an impact.  Clocking In with Haylee Gaf...

If you’re running a business and still swiping your debit card for everything, you might be leaving serious benefits on the table—and I know because I did it for years. In this episode, I’m kicking off a brand-new finance series by breaking down how I use business credit cards as a strategic tool—not for debt, but for smarter spending, better cash flow visibility, and real rewards that actually su...

Are you considering joining a podcast network? In today’s episode, I want to equip you with all the information you’d need if that opportunity ever comes up. I’m breaking down what a podcast network is, how they work, and how to evaluate whether it’s the right fit for your show. Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced by Gaffin Creative , a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs....

Are you feeling weird about your business right now? You might be in a season of business you don't recognize, yet don't know how to handle it. In today’s episode, I’m breaking down four common seasons of business and how each requires something a little different from you. Plus, how your podcast can support you through each one.  Ready to get unstuck? Join the waitlist for coaching: gaffincr...

What makes a guest unforgettable—in a good way? If you’ve been following our series on podcast guesting, today’s bonus episode is the perfect wrap-up. You’ll hear from Joy Michelle—business coach and host of the Called to Both podcast—in an episode I asked to re-air here on Clocking In . Joy breaks down the often-overlooked art of being an excellent podcast guest with clarity and intention. This i...

Are you intentional with your podcast pitching? In today’s episode, I’m walking you through how to pitch the right way , whether you’re pitching guests onto your show or yourself onto someone else’s. Plus, I’m sharing how to be mindful when outsourcing your pitching with a PR company, virtual assistant, or team member. Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced by Gaffin Creative , a podcast produ...

Are you being the best podcast host you can be? In today’s episode, I’m sharing my top tips for selecting, pitching, and communicating with guests in a way that protects your reputation, relationships, and audience. Because how you host is a reflection of how you lead.  Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced by Gaffin Creative , a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Lea...

Have you ever shown up ready to record—only to realize the host didn’t know the topic, didn’t prep, and wasn’t actually ready to host the conversation? That’s what today’s episode is all about. On this replay from the Laylee Emadi Podcast , I sit down with my friend and podcast client Laylee Emadi to unpack an experience she's seen multiple times recently as a podcast guest: hosts who outsource wi...

Happy International Women’s Day! Do you know the stats for women in podcasting? Today, we’re diving into the gender gap in podcasting, plus my reflections after 5 years of Clocking In.  Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced by Gaffin Creative , a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com , plus you’ll also find resources, s...

What makes a podcast sound professional and effortless? In today’s episode, I’m diving into three pillars of podcast quality: audio, content clarity, and intention. I’m sharing how you can easily boost the quality of your next recording and create a voice that listeners trust. Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced by Gaffin Creative , a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. L...

Are you podcast and email marketing working together? In today’s episode, I’m teaching you 5 strategies to leverage your podcast and email marketing together. You’ll learn how to drive downloads, convert listeners into buyers, and turn your podcast into your best lead generator.  Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced by Gaffin Creative , a podcast production company for creative entrepre...

Your best content doesn’t have an expiration date—so why let it sit dormant in your feed? Today, I’m breaking down a super simple strategy for increasing downloads on your older content through your existing audience. We’ll walk through how to reference older episodes in a way that adds value, feels natural, and guides listeners without overwhelming them. Plus, I’m giving you a plug-and-play formu...

Are you losing listeners in the first five seconds of your show? Today’s episode is all about the impact that the opening of your show can make on listener retention. I’m diving into hooks: how to create them with intention and examples you can use when you record next.  Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced by Gaffin Creative , a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Le...

When was the last time you looked at your podcast numbers? In today’s episode, I’m walking you through a simple review of your numbers and what to do with that data. Plus, get an inside look at a data review call within Soundboard Society, the coaching program for podcasters.  Register for our Data Review Call on February 2nd: gaffincreative.com/ssbts Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produce...

Ready to launch your podcast in 2026? Today’s episode is a behind-the-scenes look at The Podcast Planning Challenge, happening next week. In this challenge, we’re taking a look at your podcast asset essentials, your content plan and strategy, and the overall blueprint for finally launching the podcast you’ve been dreaming about. Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced by Gaffin Creative , a pod...

Are you wondering which microphone is the best for your podcast? In today’s episode, I’m putting some of the most common options to the test. Listen in for a side-by-side comparison of the more budget-friendly microphone choices available to podcasters.  Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced by Gaffin Creative , a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about ou...

Is your podcast actually profitable, or is it just busy? In today’s episode, I’m sharing a sneak peak of the Podcast Profits Workshop. This workshop is designed to help you better align your podcast with your business goals, and make the necessary tweaks to see more conversion and revenue from your podcast.  Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced by Gaffin Creative , a podcast production...