Podcasting for Educators: Podcasting Tips for Online Entrepreneurs

Podcasters! If you aren't writing show notes for your podcast episodes, it's time to change that. There are so many reasons why it's important to have show notes, and I'm sharing those with you in today's episode. Head to the show notes:  https://podcastingforeducators.com/episode51 Join the Podcasting for Educators Prep-School:  https://podcastingforeducators.com/prepschool Sign up for my podcast...

Wahoo! We've made it to 50 episodes! I'm practicing what I preach and celebrating this exciting milestone by sharing what I've learned so far as a podcaster.  Plus, I've got a game that I'd love for you to play to help me celebrate. If you play, you'll be entered into a giveaway to win a $50 Amazon gift card and a Podcasting for Educators RTIC tumbler! Here's how to play/enter: 1. Download (or scr...

Is it time for you to outsource some (or all) of your podcast tasks? Some people outsource their podcast right from the beginning, while others might wait until they have a more established show.  One thing is for sure - outsourcing any piece of your business can feel a little bit scary if you've never done it before. But it's also so worth it if you can find the right person.  When it comes to po...

In episode 47 , I gave you some places to go to really easily and quickly gather up a ton of topics for your episodes - that you know for a fact will resonate with your audience.  At the end of that episode, your action item was to go and implement a couple of those things and do a big brain dump of episode topics. So you definitely need to do that first because that is going to come into play for...

Creating a binge worthy podcast all starts with your content planning. What should you talk about? What do people want? What do they need?  This takes some thought, intention, and a lot of trial and error to get it right. When you're able to sit down and plan out content ahead of time, it gives you the time to dive into some cold, hard facts and data to really plan out episodes that you know will...

Does talking about money and selling your offers freak you out? You’re not alone, and it’s one of the biggest battles new entrepreneurs make that holds them back from success. But, how do we make the shift? Our guest today is here to help us defeat our limiting money beliefs and teach us how to sell while feeling good about it. She shares all kinds of tips on attracting new customers, nurturing yo...

You’ve probably heard sponsor ads in some of your favorite podcasts before, but have you ever created your own ads?  Inserting ads into your episodes is a great way to build more awareness around your offerings! There are several different ways to use podcast ads strategically. Today I’m breaking down two different types of podcast ads: “baked in” ads and dynamic ads.  Head to the show notes:  htt...

Is summer a crazy season or slower season for you? We all have our busy seasons throughout the year, and you may find that you need to adjust your work schedule accordingly.  If you are finding it difficult to keep up with #allthethings lately, give yourself some grace! This episode is a reminder that it's okay to scale back on things when you need to. Head to the show notes: https://podcastingfor...

Think about your favorite podcasts. What do you love about them? Now think about podcasts that you may have turned off because of things like bad audio. Several weeks ago I put a question sticker on my Instagram asking people what they love about podcasts and what they are turned-off by. I'm sharing their answers in today's episode! Head to the show notes:  https://podcastingforeducators.com/episo...

Do you ever feel like podcasting is a one-way conversation? I think every podcaster has felt that way at one point or another! We all want to build a podcast community with our listeners, but how? Our guest today, Brittany Verlenich, has the answers, and it all starts with Facebook! Brittany is on Podcasting for Educators to share lots of incredible tips on how you can utilize Facebook groups to b...

How do you ACTUALLY know who the listeners are behind the downloads?! Well, one way to get clearer on this is to put out a listener survey a few times per year. In this episode I'm sharing exactly how you can put together a survey, what to include in the survey, plus what to do after you get the results. Head to the show notes:  https://podcastingforeducators.com/episode41 Sign up for my podcastin...

Do you ever feel like your podcast isn't growing fast enough or making a big enough impact? There are ups and downs to podcasting for sure, but a different perspective can make a world of difference. In this episode I'm sharing a [slightly embarassing] childhood memory that will help you think about whether or not you're giving your podcast a fighting chance. Head to the show notes:  https://podca...

Rather than viewing other podcasts in your niche as competition, why not collaborate with them? In this episode, I'm sharing benefits of podcast collaborations and some simple ways to get started! Head to the show notes:  https://podcastingforeducators.com/episode39 Sign up for my podcasting guesting mini-course: https://podcastingforeducators.com/ Gain access to my private podcast, Guesting for E...

Today is part two of our discussion on what to prioritize with your podcast when you're short on time. Check out episode 37 for the first half! Head to the show notes:  https://podcastingforeducators.com/episode38 Gain access to my private podcast, Guesting for Educators:  https://podcastingforeducators.com/privatepodcast PS: Has this podcast been helpful for you? Screenshot this episode, add it t...

There are definitely times of the year where we are so busy, it feels like you just couldn't possibly add another thing to your to do list. And while there are one million and one ways that you could repurpose your podcast every single week, it's just not always possible to do it. So today, I want to look at a few ways that you can use your time in the most effective way possible. You can hear the...

Are you looking for a way to build your business and your audience without having to spend a ton of money on ads? As a teacher, you have so many skills to be a successful business owner, and there are so many things you can teach other people. Whether you’ve left the classroom and want to start a business or you want to continue teaching and start a business as a side hustle, it can be overwhelmin...

Using podcast transcripts makes your content more accessible, saves you time, and creates easy ways to repurpose your podcast episodes. I'm sharing my favorite ways to use podcast transcripts in this episode! Learn more about The Podcasting for Educators Prep-School: https://podcastingforeducators.com/prep-school Head to the show notes:  https://podcastingforeducators.com/episode35 Gain access to...

It probably comes as no surprise that I think educators make the best podcasters. As a former elementary school teacher who works with educational podcasters, I talk to a lot of people who want to start a podcast but they don’t do it because they’re hung up on the content planning. My recommendation? Use the skills you already have as a teacher when it comes to planning content for your audience....

Are you launching something this summer? Summer is a popular time for those in the TpT space to launch memberships, courses, and programs. If you have a podcast, you should absolutely include your show in your marketing efforts leading up to that launch as well as during the time the doors are open.  In this episode, I’ll give you 5 ideas for how you can leverage your podcast in the weeks leading...

How do you know when you’re ready to start using paid Facebook ads for your business or to promote your podcast? I’m so excited to welcome today’s guest, Jenzaia DiMartile, to talk all things Facebook ads. Even if you don’t think you’re ready for Facebook ads yet, you don’t want to miss this episode. Jenzaia shares vital information about the things you need to put into place that will prepare you...

Is your Instagram following small? Is your email list non-existent? Do you have a podcast but worry that nobody is listening? This episode is for you! It is absolutely possible to have a successful podcast, even if you don’t have a huge audience already in place. In fact, that’s how I started my podcast 6 months ago, and it has already grown 4X! It’s easy to feel inadequate when you see people on...

How do you feel about selling? Does it make you cringe just thinking about it or are you totally comfortable with it? One of the main reasons you even started your podcasting journey is because you want to help people and build relationships with your audience. But it’s also totally okay to acknowledge that you’d like your podcast to make you some money. In episode 28 , we talked about 3 ways to m...

Are you hesitant about using YouTube as a podcaster? I understand! I love the audio format and have been very resistant to video podcasting. But after talking with today’s guest, I’m starting to see that podcasting and YouTube are really a match made in heaven!  Dee-Anna Pippenger is the perfect person for our show today because she really understands the value of repurposing content. She has fall...

How do you monetize your podcast? I recently sent out a survey to my audience, and this was one of the most common questions I received. Even if you don’t have a huge audience, it is possible to monetize your podcast. In today’s episode, I’ll give you 3 options for monetizing your podcast and help you determine which options will work best for you. From using paid subscriptions, to getting sponsor...

Never underestimate the power of having fun in your business. Today’s guest, Rebecca Joyner, has made it her goal this year to “Do what is fun.” She launched her podcast, Secondary Science Simplified in January of 2022 to support secondary science teachers and says, “It’s just fun for me. I have loved connecting with my audience…being able to communicate and serve them in a new way.” I love having...