Podcasting for Educators: Podcasting Tips for Online Entrepreneurs

That's right, 2024 is right around the corner. And what better time to plan out your podcast content for the whole year? I know it's cliche, but the new year really is a time of renewed energy and often the perfect opportunity to come at pieces of your business with a fresh set of eyes. So today, I'm helping you get a head start in your planning by walking you through how you can begin to plan for...

Have you ever heard of cycle syncing? If not, it's the practice of adapting your health and lifestyle habits to fit the four phases of your menstrual cycle. You can lean into these different phases in your personal life and also as an entrepreneur and podcaster. I have Corinne Angelica on the podcast today to break everything down for us when it comes to our cycle phases and how we can adapt our w...

People often ask me for the best podcast schedule solution, and the truth is, I can't decide that for you. And in my experience, it's going to change constantly based on what season of life you're in. But since batch planning and recording podcast episodes is something that I know lots of podcasters struggle with, today we're diving into the benefits and pitfalls of podcast batching. I'm also shar...

As podcasters and business owners, content creation can become overwhelming  fast . Especially when we're constantly trying to adopt all of those "best practices" we hear others talk about. Today's guest, Amanda Warfield, is here to share how we can simplify our marketing and content creation once and for all. We chat about batching content, the details of how to actually do that so you can t...

Have you been thinking about hiring a Podcast Manager? Whether you're currently a one-person show or are getting ready to launch your podcast, I'm taking a deep dive into the hiring process and sharing everything you need to know before you hire a Podcast Manager. In today's episode, I'm chatting about why you might hire a Podcast Manager, how to know when it's the right time, and what exactly to...

Gone are the days when you could post a new episode graphic on Instagram and call it a day for your podcast episode promotion. It certainly doesn't hurt! But there are better ways to get more engagement on Instagram (and even with your email newsletters). In today's episode, I'm sharing what actually works when it comes to episode promotion and how to increase your engagement while making this pro...

Over the years, I've found that mindset is something that holds people up from either starting or continuing their show. Whether that's because they're afraid that people won't listen, they won't have enough time to keep up, or they don't have the skills to start a podcast. So, I'm excited to bring you this episode today because it's a roundtable discussion with 5 students in the Podcasting for Ed...

Are you tracking your podcast data each month just to cross it off your to-do list? If you answered yes, you're not alone! But to really make the most of this data, it's important to take the time to analyze it and make sense of it all in order to make informed decisions and understand how our show is doing. In today's episode, I'm walking you through my 4-step process of podcast data tracking so...

Happy Podtober! In honor of my favorite month, I'm celebrating my birthday, podcast anniversary, and more with a fun scorecard, a FLASH SALE, and marking it all with a reflection on my podcast's success and growth over the last 2 years. In today's episode, I'm sharing the questions I ask myself to determine whether my show is successful, what I track to measure that success, and the growth strateg...

Happy International Podcast Day! This week, we're celebrating a few days early in honor of this international celebration of the power of podcasts. I'm featuring new and seasoned podcasters as they share their wins and best advice for anyone considering starting a podcast. And if you're a current podcaster, listen in to celebrate other podcasters in this space, and you may even find some potential...

You've probably heard people say that podcasting is a long game, and I would definitely agree. If you're going to start a podcast, you want to go in with the intention of sticking with it - not for weeks or months, but YEARS. In this episode, I'm breaking down the first 3 years of your podcasting journey with the expectations and goals you should have for each year. I dive into laying the foundati...

Did you know that your passion for your podcast can lead to burnout? Managing your time as a podcaster isn't always easy, so today, I've got a fantastic episode for you about how to avoid podcast burnout by being proactive rather than reactive. I am so thrilled to have Brittany Blackwell on the show to share her top tips on how to avoid podcast burnout and create a better work-life balance. We tal...

If you haven't heard of an audio lead magnet yet, let me be the first to welcome you to the party! And if you have, or have even created one, and are wondering how to better serve your audience and see more conversions, then you're gonna want to hit that play button. In today's episode, I'm covering why audio lead magnets tend to perform better (and lead to more conversions) than traditional lead...

Trigger Warning: Pregnancy loss is mentioned in this episode.  Odds are you're a high achiever like me with a strong drive to keep everything going all the time (like your business, your podcast, your 9-5 teaching job, your TPT store, the list goes on). But sometimes, it comes at a cost. And that could be your mental health, physical health, or relationships. And I've found that when I'm in a...

The great thing about podcasting is that there is no ONE right way to do it. Today I'm running through 3 ways you can use podcasting to boost your business and drive more traffic to your TPT store, email list, course, membership, or services! This episode is for you whether you already have a podcast of your own or have never dabbled in podcasting before.  I want you to consider what would be...

Do you have a website for your podcast? Or at least a dedicated podcast page on your current website? If not, you may be missing the opportunity to get more traffic to your podcast! In today's episode, I have Kristen Doyle on to talk about everything website and SEO when it comes to your podcast. As a website designer, SEO expert, and coach for TPT sellers, she's here to share how important it is...

Assumptions can be dangerous in any field, and podcasting is no exception. So in today's episode, we're exploring 7 common podcast assumptions to stop making and why it's so crucial to do so. And to be clear, I'm also speaking to myself here as I have been guilty of many of these MANY times! 🫠 But the more aware we're of them, the more we can work on getting better together. So, whether you're a...

Do you consider yourself an introvert? Do you find Instagram an overwhelming platform and maybe even avoid it like the plague? If that's you, then you are going to love this episode because I have my friend Brittany Verlenich on the podcast to talk all about how to use Instagram as an introvert. Brittany shares what exactly an introvert is compared to an extrovert and why it's not just a black-and...

Does your podcast promotion end at promoting your latest episode? If yes (and you're not alone!), you're likely missing out on opportunities to promote your show as a whole. Because while promoting your latest (and previous) episodes is great, there are people out there who still don't know about your podcast. And I want to help you change that!  So today's episode is all about passive podcas...

As an online business owner, do you ever feel like you're living two lives: your business life and your personal life? Whether you're a course creator, podcaster, TPT seller, or service provider, I bet there are people in your personal life who don't quite understand what you actually do.  Which is why I'm so excited for you to hear today's episode. Now, it's a little different than our typic...

Have you ever thought about airing more than one podcast episode per week?  Questions about podcast episode frequency often pop up both at the very beginning of people's podcast journeys & also after a few months into it. It's something that I've wanted to address for a while on the podcast but haven't yet - so here we are!  Now that I've had several clients who have done 2 episodes...

Do you find yourself constantly saying, "I wish I had more hours in the day?" Do you have a hard time pulling yourself away from your work? If you're saying yes, I hear you (because  same ).  Now, that's not to say that we don't love what we do as entrepreneurs, but it's really important to remember that there's more to life than working. So how do we give ourselves more white space in o...

One of the best ways to set yourself up for success as a new podcaster is to know what to do (and, more specifically, what  not  to do) before you even start.  So for anyone in the planning stages of your podcast, this episode is for you. I'm sharing the 5 mistakes I see new podcasters make time and time again, plus some recommendations on how you can avoid these mistakes. (And hone...

AI has been around for a long time in all different kinds of forms. But it has gotten a LOT more popular this year. And though it is not a magic pill, as podcasting still requires time and strategy to get the most out of it, you can definitely use podcast AI to your advantage. And that's exactly what I'm sharing today. In this episode, you'll hear my thoughts on AI, a review of the tools I've trie...

As educators, we know the importance of inclusion and celebrating diversity. But how good of a job are we doing with this through our podcast? Jocelynn Hubbard is on the show today to talk about podcasting through an inclusive and equitable lens. She shares what educational equity means, why diversity and inclusion in podcasting are so important, and some key questions to ask yourself when auditin...