The Circle Sessions

Brett and Tonnisha share valuable insights on how podcasters can effectively use social media to reach new listeners and promote their content. From using hashtags to cross-promotion with other podcasts, they discuss various strategies for engaging with audiences and increasing visibility. TJE Communication ’s mission is to empower and educate small women-owned businesses and equip them with digit...

We've created playlists for each of our Circle of Experts - Brett Johnson Don The Idea Guy Yasmine Robles Tonnisha English-Amamoo Listeners can access these playlists in the show notes, click on one of the Circle Of Experts names above, and hit play to listen to past episodes. Are you looking to grow your podcast or business? Reach out to Brett at mypodcastguy.com to schedule a conversation. Also,...

Technology has revolutionized many industries and podcasting is no exception. The potential for Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the podcasting industry is vast, and the Chat GPT software is a great example of how this technology can be utilized. In an episode of The Circle Sessions podcast, Brett Johnson and Don The Idea Guy discuss the capabilities of Chat GPT, including brainstorming, generating...

Are you looking for ways to optimize your podcast website after it launches? Look no further - The Circle Sessions podcast has got you covered! In this episode, we speak with Yasmine Robles about how to ensure your website stays fresh and works for you. We discuss the importance of changing permalinks, installing Google Analytics, using Google Search Console to track performance and errors, and cr...

An expert in digital marketing and communications, Tonnisha English-Amamoo shares her tips and strategies to help small businesses level the playing field through digital. Get the latest insight and advice on creating content calendars, utilizing tools like Airtable, Buffer, and Canva to manage and plan content, and establish a routine for posting. Become an expert in podcast promotion with help f...

Brett and Yasmine share the importance of creating and organizing events for podcasters. Brett and Don The Idea Guy talked about this concept earlier, in episode 10 and episode 14 . They dive into the details of their own successful podcasting presentation, a "lunch and learn" with a chamber of commerce, going through the challenges and success stories of their event planning journey. Not only do...

Don The Idea Guy, from The Circle Of Experts, shares creative and low-cost strategies to help you promote your podcast on a budget. From offering prizes and swag with the podcast logo to recording events and collectible content, Don dives into the world of podcasting with enthusiasm. Listen to hear specific strategies and ideas to help bring your podcast to the next level. Don's expert advice is s...

Brett Johnson and Yasmine Robles walk you through the essential steps to consider when building a website. From deciding which platform to use, to understanding user behavior and developing a recognizable brand, these two experts provide invaluable advice for DIYers looking to create a professional and successful website. Yasmine also offers a five-minute website review, so anyone listening can ge...

Social media consultant Tonnisha English-Amamoo reveals best practices for success in managing social media accounts. Tonnisha shares her tried and true techniques for making the most of a content calendar, as well as the use of free tools from Canva and Sprout Social. Join the conversation with Brett Johnson as they discuss time management tricks, the importance of staying focused, and the benefi...

It's a competitive landscape out there in the world of podcasting. In the past 5 months, I've seen a nearly 50% decrease in monthly podcast production, but the audience is still here and growing. Hear about the challenges of growing a loyal audience and the importance of staying aware of current trends. There are 9 proven ways to market your podcast in 2023, which includes using email marketing, c...

Experienced podcasting expert Don The Idea Guy joins host Brett Johnson to discuss practical ways to monetize and grow your podcast. From creative ideas like creating cheat sheets, shortcut pages, and one-page downloads to speaking at local chambers and trade shows, this podcast will provide you with the know-how to grow your audience and make money. Beyond that, Don offers listeners a free Brains...

In this episode, we explore the ins and outs of choosing a website designer. From strategies to visuals and everything in between, we discuss the questions to ask, the basics of branding to consider, and tips for communicating without breaking the bank. Hear from our very own expert Yasmine Robles on the importance of finding a website designer that specializes in what you need and offers support...

This week Tonnisha is here from The Circle of Experts. Tonnisha is on a mission to help small businesses level the playing field through digital marketing solutions. What we cover... What are KPI's? What matters? It depends on what matters to YOU! She personally believe engagement and reach matter the most while others value impressions and followers. Knowing WHY you use social media will help you...

My top 3 reasons why you should definitely consider email marketing as an effective method to grow your podcast audience. 1) Strengthen the Relationship Between You and Your Listeners 2) Convert Subscribers to Listeners 3) Share Additional Content with Your Subscribers Each week, one of The Circle of Experts talks about critical aspects of growing your podcast. We focus on marketing, social media,...

Don The Idea Guy joins me from The Circle of Experts. We talk about... 1. Listen to traditional Radio stations (and take notes)  Radio is the original mass-reach programmatic audio platform (it’s also the original social media platform). Listen Study the way traditional broadcasters create mini content-within-content for which they get sponsor dollars. Traffic, Weather, Sports Reports, Song o...

This week Yasmine from Robles Designs is here from The Circle of Experts. What we cover... What to do BEFORE building out a website 1) Know your target market better than they know themselves Demographics Psychographics What is the problem you’re solving for them 2) Know your website goals Understand how the website will fit into your marketing strategy What do you want people to do on your websit...

Social media strategist Tonnisha explores the ever-changing world of social media, introducing us to the newest member of the family - Spoutable. She takes us through the platform's concept, and what users can expect when it launches. From exploring the benefits of TikTok, to how Instagram is competing, to how Tumblr has become neglected, Tonnisha will be digging deep into the details of the curre...

The best time to send your emails in 2023? It’s an important question! Your subscribers have busy lives and the last thing you want is to send them a newsletter while they’re preoccupied with work, or dreaming about their weekend plans. They analyzed over 2.5 million email marketing campaigns sent with MailerLite in 2022, and here’s what we found:  Which day of the week is everyone sending th...

This week Don The Idea Guy is here from The Circle of Experts. What we cover this week... 1. Free Podcast Website  A great FREE tool from Transistor.fm podcast hosting, https://freepodcastwebsites.com gives you an easy-to-create site that can serve as the homepage for your podcast or simply as another site out on the interwebs that serve to promote and lead people to your podcast separately a...

This week Yasmine from Robles Designs is here from The Circle of Experts. What we cover... Know your website goals - understand how the website will fit into your marketing needs. What kind of support do you have right now (and what do you NEED)? - do you have a team, or is it just you? Create a plan - site map and wireframes. Start gathering content - start writing copy and appropriate images. Ya...