Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin - Podcast for Podcasters about Podcasting

Do you have a plan for when you can’t create content? In today’s episode, I’m sharing my podcasting tips, along with four types of episodes that I will air on my podcast when I’m unable to record something new. 

Today's episode is brought to you by Mic Check Society, our community for podcasters who are looking to take their podcast from good to great. Come join us for educational trainings, a private member's only community, and monthly calls! Get $10 off per month with code PODCAST at micchecksociety.com. 

Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.

Time-stamps: 

The last four months in my personal life (2:11)

Repurposing past episodes (4:23)

Episodes where I’m the guest (5:39)

Client highlights (6:26) 

Repurposing from other platforms (7:54)

Connect with Haylee:

instagram.com/hayleegaffin

Gaffincreative.com

micchecksociety.com

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What’s it like for kids to see their parents running a business? In today’s episode, I’m featuring my client Nata Salvatori of Accidental CEO. Nata chats with her daughters all about the lessons they have learned from watching their mom run her businesses. 

This episode originally aired on episode 51 of the Accidental CEO podcast. 

Today's episode is brought to you by Mic Check Society, our community for podcasters who are looking to take their podcast from good to great. Come join us for educational trainings, a private member's only community, and monthly calls! Get $10 off per month with code PODCAST at micchecksociety.com. 

Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.

Mentioned in This Episode:

Accidental CEO Website: accidentalceo.co

Accidental CEO Instagram: instagram.com/accidentalceo.co

Accidental CEO Episode 51: accidentalceo.co/mini-moguls

Connect with Haylee:

instagram.com/hayleegaffin

Gaffincreative.com

micchecksociety.com

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In today’s episode, I’m resharing my interview on So, Here’s The Thing with Laylee Emadi. I’m sharing my top 5 reasons why you should start a podcast, plus Laylee and I’s experience of podcasting together for two years. 

Today's episode is brought to you by Mic Check Society, our community for podcasters who are looking to take their podcast from good to great. Come join us for educational trainings, a private member's only community, and monthly calls! Get $10 off per month with code PODCAST at micchecksociety.com. 

Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.

Time-stamps: plus 1:19

Serve your audience (4:39)

Set yourself up as an expert in your field (8:30)

Network and connect with industry experts (13:23)

Using your podcast as a marketing tactic (21:47)

Monetizing your podcast (31:51)

Pitching yourself (38:53)

Recap (48:36)

Mentioned in This Episode:

Laylee Emadi Website: layleeemadi.com

Laylee Emadi Instagram: instagram.com/laylee_emadi

So, Here’s The Thing Episode 67: layleeemadi.com/5-reasons-to-start-a-podcast

Connect with Haylee:

instagram.com/hayleegaffin

Gaffincreative.com

micchecksociety.com

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What equipment do I recommend for podcasters? In today’s episode, I’m sharing my recommendations for gear at all stages of podcasting, plus all of my podcasting tips for how to set up your home and on-location recordings!

Today's episode is brought to you by Mic Check Society, our community for podcasters who are looking to take their podcast from good to great. Come join us for educational trainings, a private member's only community, and monthly calls! Get $10 off per month with code PODCAST at micchecksociety.com. 

Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.

Time-stamps:

Recommendations for the podcast guest (1:51)

Setting up your in-home studio (3:33)

Your gear and equipment (6:21)

Laptop (7:24)

Microphones (8:33)

Cables (11:13)

Accessories (12:04)

Headphones (12:26)

Mic stands (13:18)

Software (14:08)

Stable Internet (15:38)

Your mic check (16:11)

Mentioned in This Episode:

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Foam windscreen: amzn.to/3XEld75

Audio-Technica headphones: amzn.to/4ca2AfN

Microphone Boom Arm Floor Stand: amzn.to/3VS2gN2

Riverside: gaffincreative.com/riverside - Use code GAFFIN15 

Clocking In Episode 131 Mic Check: Is This Thing On? gaffincreative.com/131

Mic Check Society: gaffincreative.com/mcs

Instagram: instagram.com/hayleegaffin

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Connect with Haylee:

instagram.com/hayleegaffin

Gaffincreative.com

micchecksociety.com

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How vulnerable should you really be on your podcast? In today’s episode, I’m sharing why you as a business owner should get vulnerable for your audience, plus best practices for doing so. 

This episode originally aired as Episode 139 on September 10th, 2024. 

Today's episode is brought to you by Mic Check Society, our community for podcasters who are looking to take their podcast from good to great. Come join us for educational trainings, a private member's only community, and monthly calls! Get $10 off per month with code PODCAST at micchecksociety.com. 

Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.

Time-stamps: 

The fine line of vulnerability (2:01)

Why it depends on your audience (3:17)

The four categories of vulnerability (4:19)

The oversharer (5:07)

Sharing where necessary (6:25)

Spinning your failures into lessons (8:40)

Never sharing (10:58)

My vulnerable episodes (13:25)

Mentioned in This Episode:

Episode 093: Giving Up a Dream that No Longer Serves You: gaffincreative.com/giving-up-a-dream

Episode 086: Be All There: gaffincreative.com/be-all-there

Episode 020: How We Paid Off Our House in Five Years: gaffincreative.com/how-we-paid-off-our-house

Episode 014: Overwhelmed? You Can Take A Break: gaffincreative.com/overwhelmed

Connect with Haylee:

instagram.com/hayleegaffin

Gaffincreative.com

micchecksociety.com

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Do you know how to efficiently and professionally handle podcast guest communication? In today’s episode, I’m sharing my advice for managing pitches, handling rejections, and communicating with your guests both before and after your show. 

This episode originally aired as Episode 54 on March 21st, 2022.

Today's episode is brought to you by Mic Check Society, our community for podcasters who are looking to take their podcast from good to great. Come join us for educational trainings, a private member's only community, and monthly calls! Get $10 off per month with code PODCAST at micchecksociety.com. 

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Time-stamps: 

Managing Pitches (2:49)

Podcast Application Forms (3:06)

What Should You Include on Your Podcast Application Form? (3:22)

Rejection Emails (4:52)

Why Do I Think This is Important? (7:04)

“I can talk anything about business!” (8:02)

How I Got The Idea (8:54)

Guest Communication after the Pitch (10:14)

Mentioned in This Episode:

How To Schedule Interviews with Your Podcast Guests: gaffincreative.com/how-to-schedule-interviews-with-your-podcast-guests

Calendy: calendly.com

Mic Check Society: gaffincreative.com/mcs

Connect with Haylee:

instagram.com/hayleegaffin

Gaffincreative.com

micchecksociety.com

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What questions do you have for podcast producers? In today’s episode, I’m sharing a panel recording from a recent event with 148 Films here in Chattanooga. Studio manager, Daniel Ashworth interviews myself and local producers, Madison McCann & Michael Crosa, on some big questions about podcasting as a business, plus our best advice for clients and other podcasters. 

Special thanks of 148 Studios for hosting this event and inviting me to be a part of the panel!

Today's episode is brought to you by Mic Check Society, our community for podcasters who are looking to take their podcast from good to great. Come join us for educational trainings, a private member's only community, and monthly calls! Get $10 off per month with code PODCAST at micchecksociety.com. 

Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.

Time-stamps:

Get to know the podcast producers (3:20)

Is there a best time of year to start a podcast? (6:30)

How do you measure the success of a podcast? (7:51)

Is it professional or a passion project? (10:17)

How to go from idea to published? (12:37)

What are the best methods of podcast promotion? (17:12)

Building a content strategy (21:52)

Where should you start with equipment? (23:40)

Audio only or video? (27:47)

What production tools should you use? (31:47)

Can you use podcasting to further business growth? (35:13)

What are the emerging trends in the podcast world? (38:50)

Mentioned in This Episode:

148 Films Website: 148films.com

148 Films Podcast Studio: 148films.com/studios#podcast

148 Films Instagram: instagram.com/148_films

Speakeasy Productions: instagram.com/speakeasyproductions.co

Podnooga: instagram.com/podnooga

Mic Check Society: gaffincreative.com/mcs

Instagram: instagram.com/hayleegaffin

Connect with Haylee:

instagram.com/hayleegaffin

Gaffincreative.com

micchecksociety.com

Review the Transcript: https://share.descript.com/view/lhmgDNGQ03P

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Have your podcast goals shifted for 2025? In today’s episode, get an inside look into Mic Check Society, our community for podcasters. Plus, reflect on your podcasting journey and commit to your big goals for the new year. 

Today's episode is brought to you by Mic Check Society, our community for podcasters who are looking to take their podcast from good to great. Come join us for educational trainings, a private member's only community, and monthly calls! Get $10 off per month with code PODCAST at micchecksociety.com. 

Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.

Time-stamps:

Reflect on your podcasting journey (2:45)

What does podcasting look like for you in 2025? (3:27)

Committing to your big dreams (4:55)

Connect with Haylee:

instagram.com/hayleegaffin

Gaffincreative.com

micchecksociety.com

Review the Transcript:

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The podcast planning challenge is live today! In today’s episode, we’re sharing a teaser of the challenge with top tips for what to consider when launching a podcast. 

What do you need to know before you launch a podcast? In today’s episode, I’m sharing the most frequently asked questions that I get from potential podcasters. 

Today's episode is brought to you by Mic Check Society, our community for podcasters who are looking to take their podcast from good to great. Come join us for educational trainings, a private member's only community, and monthly calls! Get $10 off per month with code PODCAST at micchecksociety.com. 

Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.

Time-stamps:

Budget and expenses (2:51)

Equipment and software (3:33)

Goals, concepts, and audience (3:49)

Show details and assets (4:04)

Content plan and strategy (4:26)

Systems and processes (5:08)

Launch plan and strategy (5:32)

5 steps to launch your podcast (5:55)

Podcasting Resources:

3 Day Podcast Planning Challenge: gaffincreative.com/challenge

Podcast Budget Worksheet: gaffincreative.com/podcastbudget

Mic Check Society: gaffincreative.com/mcs

Connect with Haylee:

instagram.com/hayleegaffin

Gaffincreative.com

micchecksociety.com

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What do you need to know before you launch a podcast? In today’s episode, I’m sharing the most frequently asked questions that I get from potential podcasters. 

Join our 3-Day Podcast Planning Challenge >> gaffincreative.com/challenge

Today's episode is brought to you by Mic Check Society, our community for podcasters who are looking to take their podcast from good to great. Come join us for educational trainings, a private member's only community, and monthly calls! Get $10 off per month with code PODCAST at micchecksociety.com. 

Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.

Time-stamps:

How do I name my podcast? (2:58)

How do podcasts get on players? (4:37)

Do I need to invest in gear? (5:56)

Advice around launching (8:17)

The technical aspects of Apple (9:41)

How do I record a show? (10:34)

What program should I use for editing? (13:21)

How do I get music for my show? (15:30)

How do I monetize? (16:52)

Podcast Resources:

Riverside: gaffincreative.com/riverside - Use Code GAFFIN15 for 15% off

Descript: gaffincreative.com/descript

Premium Beat: premiumbeat.com

3 Day Podcast Planning Challenge: gaffincreative.com/challenge

Mic Check Society: gaffincreative.com/mcs

Connect with Haylee:

instagram.com/hayleegaffin

Gaffincreative.com

micchecksociety.com

Review the Transcript: https://share.descript.com/view/a74Eh3rBEPB

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