Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin - Podcast about Podcasting for Podcasters

How can you make your podcast more accessible? Today’s episode is a repurposed Instagram Live with my friend Myrna Daramy. Myrna is a digital media optimization strategist, and together she and I are diving into our best tips for creating an accessible podcast. We’re also sharing our must-haves for anyone getting started in the podcasting realm.  Today's episode is brought to you by Mic Check...

Are you making it easy for podcast listeners to find your podcast on their favorite podcast app? In today's episode, I'm walking you through my new strategy on how to make sure that you’re on every app and easy for your listeners to find.  Today's episode is brought to you by Mic Check Society , our community for podcasters who are looking to take their podcast from good to great. Come join u...

What is a podcast tour, and how can it help to grow your podcast? There are so many podcast guesting benefits for podcasters (or even those without a podcast). In today’s episode, I’m resharing my interview on Chasing Simple with Amanda Warfield. Our conversation dives into how and why to book a podcast tour, plus how to use one as an effective marketing strategy for your own podcast and business....

How do you set up to record a live panel? Today’s episode features Clocking In’s very own audio engineer, Megan Wren, as she shares her setup and advice for a live panel recording at the recent Mic Check Retreat. Megan’s tips will help you prepare for your first live event recording or your next audio upgrade.  Today's episode is brought to you by Mic Check Society , our community for podcast...

What’s the secret to a successful podcast? Today’s episode features the attendees of the first-ever Mic Check Retreat, along with their advice that they think every podcaster should know.  Today's episode is brought to you by Mic Check Society , our community for podcasters who are looking to take their podcast from good to great. Get $10 off per month with code PODCAST at micchecksociety.com...

How can you create a steady, effective marketing method for your business? In today’s bonus episode, I’m featuring my client Joy Michelle and the Called To Both podcast. Joy shares three ways to end the “spray and pray” marketing method, along with how to determine which platforms you should incorporate into your plan. This episode originally aired on episode 101 of Called to Both . Today's episod...

We’re live from the first-ever Mic Check Society Retreat! Today’s episode features panelists Laylee Emadi, Danielle Desir Corbett, and Bree Pair sharing their thoughts and experiences on managing successful podcasts while incorporating an intentional podcast strategy. Today's episode is brought to you by Mic Check Society , our community for podcasters who are looking to take their podcast from go...

To celebrate our inaugural Mic Check Retreat, I'm taking you behind the scenes of all the details! Why we created this event, what I took away from it, and what I'd do differently! Today's episode is brought to you by Mic Check Society , our community for podcasters who are looking to take their podcast from good to great. Come join us for educational trainings, a private member's only community,...

How can you make the most of in-person events as a podcaster? This week, Gaffin Creative is hosting the first-ever Mic Check Retreat and I’m sharing my key tips for making the most of a networking opportunity.  Today's episode is brought to you by Mic Check Society , our community for podcasters who are looking to take their podcast from good to great. Come join us for educational trainings,...

Is a limited series private podcast right for your brand? In today’s episode, we’re discussing how to turn a lead magnet into a paid digital product, plus ways to market your paid private podcast.  Today's episode is brought to you by Mic Check Society , our community for podcasters who are looking to take their podcast from good to great. Come join us for educational trainings, a private mem...

Is a limited series private podcast right for your brand? In today's episode, we're exploring how you can structure your limited series podcast to create an impact on your audience, but also support your marketing goals! Today's episode is brought to you by Mic Check Society , our community for podcasters who are looking to take their podcast from good to great. Come join us for educational traini...

Are private podcasts a worthwhile tool for your business? In today’s episode, I’m introducing a series on private podcasts and how they can be used for both monetization and lead generation. I’m discussing the best types of private podcasts for business owners, plus how to get started with hosting one of your own.  Today's episode is brought to you by Mic Check Society , our community for pod...

Do you have to focus on just one audience in order to sell digital products? In this bonus episode, Colie James interviews Elizabeth McCravy about how she’s been able to successfully grow her product suite to serve very separate audiences. Elizabeth shares how she’s built each of her offers, approached the beta tests and launches, and how she’s cultivated an engaged audience who is ready to invest...

Are you resistant to using video for your podcast? In today’s episode, I’m diving into why I think you need to use video to promote your podcast and ways to do so without becoming a Youtuber. Plus, I’m sharing clever ways that my clients have utilized video for their own podcasts. You'll even hear about one of my favorite tools for podcasters. Today’s episode is brought to you by Riverside FM...

Are you recording your podcast interviews on one track or two? In today's episode, we're exploring what it means to record a multi-track recording and the three benefits you'll have when you do record each participant individually! Our Back to the Basics series was created to help get you started in podcasting! Not only will you find podcast episodes, resources, and more around podcasting for begi...

How can I boost my listenership or grow my show? What does monetization look like? Friends, have you ever wanted to just throw questions at a podcast producer and get quick and direct answers? In today's episode, I'm answering six questions from our audience in quick, no fluff responses! Today’s episode is brought to you by Riverside FM, the virtual recording studio I rely on for creating studio q...

What do you do when there is a problem with a guest episode? Today I’m sharing how to handle re-recording with your guest, or even needing to scrap an episode entirely. I’m giving tips on navigating a variety of podcast problems so that you will be able to handle each one with confidence.  Today’s episode is brought to you by Riverside FM, the virtual recording studio I rely on for creating s...

Are you curious about the strategy involved in creating a podcast? In today’s episode, I’m beginning a new podcast review series to showcase my clients and share the strategy behind their episodes. First up is Bree Pair and the Thrive Blogger Podcast.  Today's episode is brought to you by Mic Check Society , our community for podcasters who are looking to take their podcast from good to great...

With so many tools on the market, how do you know what you need for your podcast? In today’s episode, I’m sharing six tools that I would recommend to a brand new podcaster.  Our Back to the Basics series was created to help get you started in podcasting! Not only will you find podcast episodes, resources, and more around podcasting for beginners on our show, you can even check out gaffincreat...

Should you use templates for your podcast assets? In today's episode, I'm explaining why templates are a great starting point and sharing a few templates to consider when you're getting started or trying to grow your podcast! Today's episode is brought to you by Mic Check Society , our community for podcasters who are looking to take their podcast from good to great. Come join us for educational t...

Are you wondering how you can use podcasting as a marketing tool in your business? In today’s episode, I’m resharing my interview on Business First Creatives with Colie James. We’re chatting about how to determine if a podcast is a good fit for your business, advice for podcasters who are just getting started, and strategies to make your podcast a success.   Today's episode is brought to...

When we have questions about how Apple Podcast works for creators, we go straight to the source. Last week I attended Apple Podcast's winter webinar, where they discussed updates to iOS17, transcripts, charts, marketing tools, editorial support, subscriptions and more! Listen in as I walk you through all of the notes I took! Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced by  Gaffin Creative , a p...

Looking for advice on podcast interviews? In today’s episode, you’ll get to listen in on a mini-training session from Mic Check Society, our community for podcasters. Inside this mini-training, I’m sharing 5 tips for your next podcast interview—whether you're the interviewer or interviewee! Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced by  Gaffin Creative , a podcast production company for creat...

New to podcasting and looking for advice? In today’s episode, podcasters of Gaffin Creative and Mic Check Society are sharing their best advice for beginners.  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, show notes, and...

Is there actually stability in your career or job? As we've gone through the ebbs and flows of both professional careers and entrepreneurship, we've had our own experiences in losing jobs, losing income, and having to navigate the instability in our jobs. In this bonus episode, I'm highlighting a conversation from my other podcast hosted with Bree Pair, Let's Grab Drinks, we're discussing what tho...