What if your podcast could be the growth engine behind your business? In this episode of Podcast Growth Tools, I sit down with Joanne Bolt—founder of PodcastHer and host of Million Dollar Breakthrough—to talk about the real, behind-the-scenes journey of turning a passion into a platform that drives both impact and income.

Joanne shares how she went from a career in real estate to building a business that elevates female voices in podcasting. Along the way, she opens up about the mindset shifts, authenticity, and community-building strategies that helped her grow a podcasting brand that’s changing the game for women entrepreneurs.

Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode:

• How Joanne transitioned from real estate to podcasting (and what she wishes she’d known sooner)
• Why authenticity is the #1 growth strategy for podcasters
• The mindset shifts that can spark major breakthroughs in your business
• How to grow a podcast and email list at the same time
• Why building a community around your show matters more than downloads
• A peek at Joanne’s upcoming app for female entrepreneurs

Timestamps:

09:30 - The creation of "Podcast Her" and its mission

12:50 - Discussing the biggest myths in female podcasting

16:10 - Insights on building an engaged audience

19:25 - The importance of authenticity and mindset

22:40 - Balancing family and business

29:15 - Finding your own voice

32:30 - The impact of mindset on success

35:45 - Joanne's reflections on her journey and lessons learned

39:00 - The role of family in staying grounded

Whether you’ve been podcasting for years or you’re just getting started, this conversation will give you practical ideas and fresh inspiration to grow your audience, attract the right listeners, and use your podcast as a tool for business growth.

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