The Proffitt Podcast

Send Krystal a Text Message. "How can I grow my audience? What's the best way to tell people to listen to my show? How can I get more people to know that my podcast is out there?" I see so many excellent podcast marketing questions all of the time. So, I thought I'd bring in not only someone obsessed with marketing but has the inside scoop on podcast marketing. Alban Brooke, He...

Send Krystal a Text Message. When you're just getting started with your show, most new podcasters wonder, "Which ideas should I talk about first?" So today's episode is all about where to get started with the first ideas for your podcast.  But if you've already launched your show, don't worry. You'll get some ideas and inspiration from the segment ideas I'm...

Send Krystal a Text Message. You've done it. I've done it. We've both created something and immediately thought, "Well, this is absolute trash! No one is going to want this..."  Yup, this still happens to me all of the time. I know, (GASP) the podcast expert shouldn't admit to messing up. But you know that's not my style, right? Perfectionism is something to avoi...

Send Krystal a Text Message. Social media. Everyone wants to know the right way to do social media.  "What are the hacks? How can I get to thousands of followers quickly? What are the secrets?" And I'm going to start off this by saying, I'm definitely not a social media expert. But I can share with you what I've learned with promoting my podcast across my many social media...

Send Krystal a Text Message. "I do not want to be on camera!" It's what I hear from most podcasters when I ask them why they don't do more videos. I've also heard, "I don't like the way I look...I don't have the perfect setup...my lighting is always bad...I don't have time to do video!" I thought I already knew so much about video.  Nope, I was tot...

Send Krystal a Text Message. "How am I actually supposed to do my show notes? Do I have to release them on the same day? Doesn't that take a lot of time? What if I can't do that right now? Are there any other options?" So many questions. But good news. I have lots of options for you today.  Today, I'm walking you through three specific ways you can create show notes (or bl...

Send Krystal a Text Message. Are you sitting on your rear wayyyy too much? Yes, you, Podcasters. I'm talking to you. But I'm not doing any finger-pointing here. I'm just as guilty of not stretching, forgetting to take breaks to get up and walk around, or slouching at my desk when I start feeling tired. Today, I'm excited to bring Amy Connell on to the podcast to share her fitne...

Send Krystal a Text Message. When I look at the stats for my top 5 podcast episodes, "How to Grow an Email List with a Podcast" has been hanging out there since it's been published.  What does this tell me? That you want to know more about building your email list. So in this episode, we're diving into the basic strategies behind what you need to do to create your very first po...

Send Krystal a Text Message. Do you ever feel super giddy when you find someone who loves to talk about your passion just as much as you do? I know I do! Today's conversation is all about podcasting with my new friend, and fellow podcast enthusiast, Ben Krueger. In our chat, we talked about what podcasting has been like over the last decade, the biggest changes we've seen in the last 12...

Send Krystal a Text Message. "What's the easiest way to get started making money online?" That's an easy one to answer, affiliate marketing. Today, we're diving into all things affiliate marketing including what it is, where to start, specific examples of companies I've partnered with in the past, and how you find affiliate programs that are right for you. When you th...

Send Krystal a Text Message. Y'all have asked...I've listened. So many of you are interested in learning how to grow your email list with a podcast that I decided to bring on an email marketing expert that I know y'all are going to love! My friend, Bobby Klinck, is not only hilarious and down-to-earth, but he delivers the truth. Like a true coach, he doesn't just give you the a...

Send Krystal a Text Message. Do you find yourself wondering, "What's the most important thing I need to focus on for my podcast?" Then, this episode is for you! Today, I'm breaking down the top six podcast priorities for my show that I focus on when I'm setting my goals. These are the things I think about when I'm wondering how I can do better, grow my show, and creat...

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Send Krystal a Text Message. Are there certain ideas or strategies that you use in your business over and over again? Or do you find yourself repeating the same thing to people brand new to your audience or business? If you answered yes, then there's a good chance that you have already established foundation principles.  When it comes to developing podcast content, I want new podcasters to be...

Send Krystal a Text Message. Did you know you can actually start monetizing your podcast as soon as you launch? Say what?!? I know, it's crazy that you don't have to wait until you have millions of downloads, thousands of listeners, and have been podcasting for decades before you can monetize. But it's true. I recently spoke with Amira Valliani, Co-Founder of Glow , about a new type...

Send Krystal a Text Message. Podcast formatting is one of the first things new podcasters are tasked with figuring out. It'll make your life easier and recording run smoother when you know what you need to say and when.  And today, I want to specifically talk about how to create your podcast outro. Otherwise known as the last few minutes (or possibly even seconds) of your podcast episode. Sho...

Send Krystal a Text Message. The world of podcast advertising has been a mystery to me from the beginning of my journey. I had so many questions when I was just getting started.  Does it work like blogging advertising?  Do listeners or downloads matter more? Does a company approach me?  Do I seek out brands I want to work with?  How does all of it really work together? And I know you've had t...

Send Krystal a Text Message. "What was it like during the first year of your show?" A question I often like to ask podcasters. Well today, I'm so excited to share with you this podcaster's journey. We have an extra special, superstar guest on the show today - my mom! We recently recorded a conversation about the first year of her show, The Ediful Gardens Podcast. We talked abou...

Send Krystal a Text Message. I say this every time I do an interview, but I really had so much fun with today's guest! I kept getting blown away by the amazing insights she shared in the episode. On the show today, we're chatting with Expert Copywriter, Erika Holmes. We had such a good conversation about podcast websites, email marketing, and so much more. Erika shared her expertise abou...

Send Krystal a Text Message. You're probably just getting started with your podcast, right? Maybe you're in the first year of your show and you're just getting your feet planted on the ground. So, why in the world would we talk about having multiple podcasts? Well, because I thought about having more than one podcast in the first year of my show. Should I do it? Is it a terrible ide...

Send Krystal a Text Message. When it comes to public speaking, I'm a fairly confident person. Podcasting has boosted my confidence and helped me find my voice. But today's guest is taking speaking on stages to a whole new level. Heather Sager, AKA my new business bestie, is sharing some amazing tips and strategies for not only people who want to speak on physical stages in front of hundr...

Send Krystal a Text Message. "Which one is more important to grow - my email list or social media following?" This is a question that I'm not only asked all of the time but one that I wondered myself in the first year of my podcast. So many questions around which one is better. Which one will have a bigger impact? Which one has my ideal listener? Which one is easier? What does growi...

Send Krystal a Text Message. Podcast networks and podcast advertising have been a mystery for many podcasters - including me! Until I started surrounding myself by industry experts like today's guest, Meredith Reed from OSSA, I didn't fully understand how all of the pieces of the podcast puzzle worked together. But our conversation about how podcast networks work was very informative and...

Send Krystal a Text Message. A question that's come up a ton recently is, "How can I be a good podcast host?" And while we've talked many times about the logistics of setting up podcast interviews, let's dive into the mechanics behind being a good podcast host. We're digging into the archives and sharing episodes from the past today, so make sure you go back and liste...

Send Krystal a Text Message. When it comes to batching content, I get a lot of funny looks when I say that's the key to my content creation success. But what does that really mean? And what does batching podcast episodes really look like? I'm sharing all of that with you today. Including the book that helped me develop my own batching strategy, what it means to batch, and the individual...