The Proffitt Podcast

Send Krystal a Text Message. Sydnea Lewis , renowned creative strategist, and yoga teacher, joins us in unraveling the mysteries of burnout and learning how to triumph over it with grace. She shares her transformative yoga journey and how it became a cornerstone for redefining success beyond the relentless hustle culture. Get ready to discover how embracing curiosity and unexpected conversations c...

Send Krystal a Text Message. Want to transform your content into a revenue-generating machine? This episode is packed with tried-and-true monetization strategies for content creators at every level. I walk you through everything from affiliate marketing and sponsorships to meticulously planning your promotional calendar. With personal anecdotes and real-world examples, you'll clearly understa...

Send Krystal a Text Message. Can marketing indeed be ethical and still drive results? Discover how Danielle, a certified StoryBrand guide, has been transforming businesses for over a decade by focusing on genuine, customer-first marketing strategies. Inspired by Donald Miller's "Building a Story Brand," Danielle shares her journey from public relations to becoming an advocate for et...

Send Krystal a Text Message. Have you ever felt like marketing your podcast makes you seem pushy or inauthentic? Let's discuss how to overcome these obstacles while boosting your confidence with actionable strategies that don't feel salesy.  In this episode, I share creative tips for marketing your podcast effectively, addressing common challenges, and turning mistakes into valuable lear...

Send Krystal a Text Message. Ready to supercharge your copywriting skills and maximize your content's impact? Join us for an enlightening conversation with Monica Badu, a seasoned conversion copywriter and marketing guru with over 25,000 hours of experience. Monica takes us through her remarkable journey, from creating SEO content to mastering sales copywriting. Learn how understanding your a...

Send Krystal a Text Message. Can turning your passion into profit feel genuine and sustainable? Discover the answer as we share our personal journey of breaking through the discomfort of monetization by embracing the world of digital courses and products. Influenced by the phenomenal Amy Porterfield, we introduce an exclusive episode from her, rich with practical advice and inspiring success stori...

Send Krystal a Text Message. What if you could turn one piece of content into a treasure trove of engaging material across multiple platforms? On this episode of the Profit Podcast, we promise you'll unlock the secrets to repurposing your podcast content for maximum impact.  Join me as I share my personal journey and tips for creatively reutilizing your content, saving you time and effort whi...

Send Krystal a Text Message. Unlock the secrets to transforming your business mindset with our special guest, Ed, the founding partner of Virtual Support Wizards. In this episode, we tackle the age-old debate of outsourcing versus doing it yourself, presenting compelling arguments for how virtual assistants can revolutionize your productivity and free up precious time for strategic growth. Listen...

Send Krystal a Text Message. Ever wonder if you could transform your humble podcast setup into a professional-grade studio, even if you're just starting out? Join me as we unveil the secrets behind video podcasting, from choosing the proper recording formats to picking essential equipment that perfectly suits your needs.  Special thanks to Joe from Arkansas, whose insightful Fan Mail question...

Send Krystal a Text Message. What if you could transform your career and break into the writing industry? Join my chat with Barbara Richter, a seasoned expert in the writing and publishing world who turned her passion for storytelling into a thriving career. Barbara takes us on her journey from being a French teacher to becoming a sought-after ghostwriter, sharing the highs and lows of her path. W...

Send Krystal a Text Message. Ever wondered how to turn your passion for content creation into a profitable business? On today's episode, I share the blueprint that helped me earn over $10,000 from digital products in the past year. Starting with one-on-one coaching, I uncovered invaluable insights that shaped my future offerings and allowed me to understand my audience's needs on a deepe...

Send Krystal a Text Message. Curious about how ancient Roman strategies can revolutionize your modern marketing techniques? We sit down with Jeremy Ryan Slate, co-founder of Command Your Brand and host of the Jeremy Ryan Slate Show, to uncover the secrets behind commanding your brand's visibility.  Jeremy combines insights from his academic adventures at Oxford University with his expertise i...

Send Krystal a Text Message.  Have you ever wondered what it takes to experience a "pinch me" moment with one of your mentors? Join me for a chat with one of my mentors, Marie Forleo. If you had told me in the humble beginnings of my online business in 2018 that I'd interview Marie not once, not twice, but three times in one year...I would've called BS! Tune in to hear about th...

Send Krystal a Text Message. Ever wondered when’s the best time to start seeking podcast sponsors or how to differentiate between ads and sponsorships? In today's episode, we unravel the essentials of monetizing your podcast with our community member Leslie, who just launched her show and has burning questions.  We break down the basics of sponsorships and get straight into self-sponsored con...

Send Krystal a Text Message. What if a single conversation could revolutionize your approach to sponsorships? Join me and Justin Moore, my sponsorship coach, as he shares a groundbreaking announcement—the launch of his Sponsorship Strategies Summit. This unforgettable episode was recorded at ConvertKit's breathtaking new podcast studio. (Stay tuned for the YouTube version of our convo!) Toget...

Send Krystal a Text Message. Unlock the secrets to resilience and growth in content creation as we recap day two of Craft and Commerce 2024! Hear from Susie Bullock of "Hey Grill, Hey," who candidly contrasts the millennial dream with harsh realities, sharing invaluable practices like mindset shifts, gratitude, journaling, and meditation that have helped her persevere through challenges....

Send Krystal a Text Message. Ever wonder what happens when you gather the brightest minds in content creation under one roof? Join me as I recap part one of the magic of my second annual experience of ConvertKit's Craft and Commerce event, a gathering that inspired and transformed me.  From the major announcement of ConvertKit's rebranding to 'Kit' to my journey rebranding as a...

Send Krystal a Text Message. Unlock the secrets to successful podcast monetization and audience engagement with insights from Traci DeForge, a trailblazer in the podcasting industry with a stellar background in broadcast radio and executive management. Traci's journey from managing radio stations to founding Produce Your Podcast, a top-tier consulting and production agency, offers invaluable...

Send Krystal a Text Message. Ever wonder how Regina George from Mean Girls would handle being a content creator? This episode is your ultimate guide to transforming the not-so-glamorous task of tracking numbers into a powerhouse strategy for content creation. We'll sprinkle in some nostalgia with references from early 2000s movies like The Devil Wears Prada and Old School , making this inform...

Send Krystal a Text Message. Unlock the secrets to revolutionize your content production with AI as we sit down with Cody Schneider, the mastermind behind Draft Horse AI and Swell AI. Ever wondered how to transform traditional brands into digital juggernauts? Cody shares his journey from e-commerce to B2B marketing, revealing how his expertise in scaling startups led to the creation of Swell AI. D...

Send Krystal a Text Message. Imagine transforming your creative spark into a sustainable livelihood where your passions fuel your income. That's the landscape we're exploring today as we unpack ConvertKit's 2024 State of the Creator Economy report, revealing the shifts and trends redefining content creation. You'll get a dose of inspiration and practical advice that could chang...

Send Krystal a Text Message. Want to hear about the latest Buzzsprout features directly from the source? Get ready to geek out on podcasting and marketing with the return of Alban Brooke, Buzzsprout's Head of Marketing. Alban, a voice familiar to the pod, gifts us a download of Buzzsprout's latest gizmos. Picture this: a mobile app and fan mail functions so innovative they'll have y...

Send Krystal a Text Message. Have you ever poured your heart into creating something incredible, only to realize you've neglected to shout about it from the rooftops? I'll be the first to admit that I've fallen into this trap.  Today, I'm laying it out on the table, providing a candid confession and a blueprint for ensuring your marketing efforts match your creative ideas. We&a...

Send Krystal a Text Message. Do you listen to sports podcasts regularly? If I know my audience like I think I do, you likely said, "No, not regularly." But after today's episode, I bet you're at least a little more curious about sports and podcasting. Buckle up for a fun conversation with Amy Buchan Siegfried, half of the creative duo behind the Sports Curious podcast. As we na...

Send Krystal a Text Message. Have you ever felt like you're talking to a wall when practicing your podcasting skills? Well, I decided to swap out the wall for ChatGPT in my latest chat, and the result was nothing short of a quirky, insightful twist on content creation and the art of the interview.  With the help of my AI companion, we unpack the often-overlooked role of authenticity in storyt...