The Poddy Report

I know we don't love website pop-ups. But the truth is, they help you grow your email list. Listen to my updates on the current test I'm running for a pop-up on my website to help get more subscribers.

Are you using your website to grow your email list? Awesome! But are you using your website header and footer too? Let's talk about it today.

Continuing the conversation about growing your email list, let's explore how you can use CTAs in your podcast show notes.

Today, let's dive into how to use podcast ads to grow your email list and what that can look like for your show. 

This week, we're focusing on strategies to help you grow your email list. And the first tip is for all you ConvertKit users! Make sure you've joined their Creator Network before the beta version closes for users. Join here: https://convertkit.com/features/creator-network

Yes, I'm a podcast coach telling you to plan to take time off of your podcast this summer! Schedule and make it happen. Listen in to hear why it's essential.

The end of quarter one of 2023 is officially coming to an end. Let's talk about what the next three months look like and what you can expect from Proffitt Media.

You've asked, and I'm answering. I've had multiple people in this community ask about podcast coaching -- which I haven't done 1:1 in many years. But I can't ignore it when several people have asked. Tune in to hear more about my latest podcast coaching offer and see if it's the right fit for you: https://krystalproffitt.com/coaching

I love speaking to actual listeners of this podcast. But I wanted to share a vulnerable "podcast host" moment I had recently after talking to some of you. Here it is...

It's done! I finished the outline and the first draft of the content for my podcast program. Now, it's time to hand it off to the next stage - hear the full update.

"I want to guest on more podcasts." That is the thought I had while I sat in the audience at Podcast Movement, hearing all the inspiring stories. I kept thinking, "I want to share my story more with audiences I can help." So, if you or a podcaster you know has an audience that would like to learn more about podcasting or content creation, hit me up! Please email me at Krystal@K...

Continuing the conversation from last week, I wanted to talk more about media kits, brand deals, sponsors, and what I'm doing to make this easier. Listen to the two-part series on Podcast Movement Evolutions Debrief of The Proffitt Podcast for a deeper dive into why this is important. 

Let's continue the conversation about creating video content and use the idea that the longer the video, the more short clips can be made.  Here's my philosophy behind this...

I recorded myself early this morning with no makeup, my hair a total mess, and in terms of the content creator space, I was looking pretty raw. Why am I sharing this with you? I wanted to share my true thoughts and feelings about it. 

I got a sweet note from a good friend of the podcast, Amy Connell, about how much she appreciated the authenticity behind the roosters and dogs at my parent's farm.  When you share authentically with your audience, you bring a realness to your content -- creating a more profound connection that you can't replicate anywhere else. Let's talk about how you can do that with your content...

There are many video podcast questions I heard over the last week. And my priorities have shifted over the years on how to incorporate video into my content. Here’s the latest scoop…

Have you heard about the HubSpot Podcast Network? From Online Marketing Made Easy, Goal Digger, Entrepreneurs On Fire, and more, I’ve heard lots of questions about what it’s like to work with this network. Here’s what I learned…

I learned a ton about creating a better media kit and positioning your entire brand — beyond your downloads — to potential brand partners. Here are a few things I learned…

Not only am I a huge fan of Smartless, but I’ve listened to every episode — since day one! And I got to hear from their President, agents and the teams that brought the whole podcast together. Here’s what I learned…

We’re BACK from Podcast Movement! Here a quick download and what you can expect over the next few weeks of me digesting alllll the info I learned.

Tagging along as I makeover my main program, Proffitt Podcasting? Well, I have another update for you. Listen to the plans that went into the reconstruction and the progress made. 

Betas and trials -- let's talk about them today. I shared about the new beta that I'm doing with PodInbox, "Questions from the Community." But I also wanted to talk about the Hindenburg Pro 2.0 Beta releasing soon, which you should get on board with if you already love Hindenburg. Learn more about it here: https://hindenburg.com/products/HindenburgPro2Beta

At 11 AM Vegas time, I'll be on stage for my talk: "How to Talk to Yourself -- Lessons Learned from 1,000 Podcast Episodes." I'm nervous-excited, or "nerv-cited," as the kids call it. 

"We're leaving on a jet plane -- don't know when I'll be back again." No, wait. We'll be back on Friday! But if you're listening to this episode when it airs, we're officially heading to Vegas for Podcast Movement Evolutions 2023.  If you're attending the conference, ping me in the PM app, and let's meet up!

It's finally here: Podcast Movement Evolutions 2023 is this week! Tune in to hear all the juicy updates and see what's going on behind the scenes.