Podcasting for Educators: Podcasting Tips for Online Entrepreneurs

I love sharing growth strategies with you, and there's something I did last month that doubled my average monthly podcast downloads and grew my email list. Tune in to hear what it is! Gain access to my private podcast, Guesting for Educators: https://podcastingforeducators.com/privatepodcast Head to the show notes:  https://podcastingforeducators.com/episode26 PS: Has this podcast been helpful for...

Have you heard the news?! Spring Fling is coming next week, March 19-21, 2022. Spring Fling is hosted by Jamie of Basic Girl Teaches and is a virtual conference for teacherpreneurs. I'll be presenting along with so many other fantastic business owners. The line up is AMAZING, so you won't want to miss all of these presentations.  You can grab your FREE ticket, or upgrade to the all-access pass, he...

Podcast guesting is a largely untapped marketing strategy that is fun and doesn’t take up a lot of time or monetary investment, and it’s a great way to get visibility for your TpT store, or any business! Today I’m interviewing Genevieve Christianson, and we are diving into all things podcast guesting and podcast pitching.  Head to the show notes:  https://podcastingforeducators.com/episode25 PS: H...

You’ve heard of SEO, but did you know that podcast SEO is a totally separate thing? And it can definitely impact how many people you’re reaching with your show. When it comes to podcasting, I have two big pet peeves. One of them is the inconsistencies between listening platforms, and the second is the mystery and lack of searchability within the podcast apps, like Apple and Spotify. There is a lot...

One of the main reasons so many people stop podcasting after they’ve started is that it becomes too much for them to manage. It’s so important to have systems and routines set in place for your podcast so that you can keep up with it from week to week.  I love featuring guests who can really help you make your systems more efficient and save you time every single week when it comes to your podcast...

Why should you be thinking about podcast planning for the summer months ahead of time? In this episode, you’ll learn WHY it’s a good idea to leverage this time to build new buzz around your podcast, and 5 fun ways to do it. Grab my summer planning spreadsheet: https://podcastingforeducators.com/summerplanning Head to the show notes:  https://podcastingforeducators.com/episode22 PS: Has this podcas...

Are you giving away too much for free? You may worry that you’re giving away too much value in your podcast or in other parts of your business, like Instagram or blog posts.  In today’s episode, I’m sharing my opinion on this topic. Your thoughts are valid and can be rooted in the fear that someone will copy your free work or that your audience will always expect free content from you and will nev...

Love them or hate them, Instagram reels can be a fantastic way to repurpose content from your podcast episodes while reaching the largest number of people for free. I love giving you actionable steps that you can use to grow your podcast audience, and this episode is all about how you can repurpose your podcast content using reels.  Today’s guest is Chynell Moore, and she shares tips for making re...

Picture this. You just recorded a guest interview, but it didn't go the way you hoped it would. You're not feeling good about putting it out for your audience. Yikes. What do you do?! This doesn't happen very often, but it's good to be prepared for if it does. I'm sharing 3 possible solutions to this problem in today's episode! >>>Download Your FREE Guest Guide: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/61e1...

So you’ve booked a guest for your show…now what? In episode 18, we talked about creating an automated scheduling process, where to find guests, and how to reach out to them. If you haven’t listened to that episode yet, be sure to go back and check it out. Now that you know how to book guests, it’s time to continue the conversation and focus on how to host a great interview. In today’s episode, I’m...

I get questions all the time from podcasts hosts about having guests on their shows. Some of the questions include: Where do you find good guests? Is there a process to follow? How should I schedule my interviews? As a solo host, you may feel overwhelmed with the booking process or the technical aspects of having a guest on your show. Like other aspects of podcasting, once you have a streamlined p...

Are you setting goals for your podcast? If your show isn't growing as quickly as you want it to, don't worry! There are realistic ways to set goals for your show to grow over time.   In this episode I'm sharing how to use your podcast analytics to create attainable goals for your show. One of my favorite ways to grow your podcast audience is by guesting on other podcasts. In February, I'll be host...

Have you heard of private podcasting? There are so many ways to use private podcasting to maximize your content...from making an online course or membership more accessible for your audience to increasing the amount of content that your audience actually consumes and more! Dr. Lindsay Padilla is an ex-community college professor who accidentally started a business while on the tenure track. Now, a...

How do you set goals for your podcast? As we enter into 2022, it's important to reflect on the year you've had with your show and use that information to help set goals for the new year. There are several stats you can use to reflect on your show so you can be confident you are setting goals that will have a big impact. In this episode, I share which numbers you should be looking at to get the bes...

How do you feel about change? Change can be hard. Routines and predictability bring comfort and security. But change is actually a good thing. When it comes to your podcast, a little change here and there can breathe new life into your show so you can make an even greater impact on the people you serve. In today's episode, I'm sharing 6 quick and simple ideas that can reenergize your podcast. Even...

Wondering how you can get your audience involved in your podcast episodes? Today's guest has some awesome ideas on how to do just that! Megan Polk is a Literacy Specialist, Owner of The Literacy Dive, and Host of The Literacy Dive Podcast. It's no surprise, she has a passion for literacy and helping students close literacy gaps. She loves to connect with teachers on Instagram and through her podca...

Are you in danger of podfade? It's pretty common, and it happens when a podcast just fades away. One of the main reasons podfade happens is that podcasters don't have systems in place to make their podcasting as simple as possible so they can consistently create content that connects with their audience.  Does this sound like you: You're doing everything by yourself and your podcast is getting pus...

When it comes to Pinterest in the teacherpreneur space, I think it’s safe to say that there is a love/hate relationship going on. With ever-changing updates and big competition, it can be frustrating to keep up with. Regardless of all that, there’s no doubt that it is a powerful platform for your business...and your podcast!  Pinterest is not my area of specialty, so I am bringing in a Pinterest e...

As 2021 winds down, I can’t wait to see which new advancements pop up in podcasting in 2022. Today on the show, I’m chatting with Lauren Wrighton all about the podcasting trends that we predict (and hope) to see in the near future! We talk about how to bridge the gap between podcast listening apps and social media, as well as some of the major improvements that could be made within podcast directo...

Turn on the Hallmark channel, make some hot chocolate, and light that candle, because THE HOLIDAYS ARE HERE (or at least they will be soon)! The last thing I want you to be worrying about around the holidays is how you'll fit in a last minute podcast episode. I'm giving you five ideas on how you can prep your podcast for the holidays before December even arrives! SHOW NOTES:  podcastingforeducator...

This launch series has been updated and moved to a FREE private podcast. You can access this series and the workbook at podcastingforeducators.com/launchguide . Join the Podcasting for Educators Prep School

Something I hear a lot from my clients is that podcasting has become one of their most favorite parts of their business. Our guest today, Rachel Davis, agrees! Rachel shares her story of getting started with podcasting, how she repurposes her podcast episodes, and how it helps build strong relationships with her audience. Rachel is the counselor and curriculum designer behind Bright Futures Counse...

This launch series has been updated and moved to a FREE private podcast. You can access this series and the workbook at podcastingforeducators.com/launchguide . Join the Podcasting for Educators Prep School

This launch series has been updated and moved to a FREE private podcast. You can access this series and the workbook at podcastingforeducators.com/launchguide .

This launch series has been updated and moved to a FREE private podcast. You can access this series and the workbook at podcastingforeducators.com/launchguide . Resources: My favorite affordable mic   Captivate.fm Join the Podcasting for Educators Prep School