Launching a podcast doesn't require a fancy studio or expensive equipment, and I prove it in this second installment of the nine part podcast launch series. Recording from my home in rural Wisconsin as a mom of two, I walk through exactly what you need to get started: lighting, video recording, hosting, scheduling, branding, and website tools, most of which you probably already own. I break down my go to platforms for editing and hosting, the design tool I use for brand images, the website builder that made building my own site simple, and the organization and communication tools that keep my show (and our client's work) running smoothly. If you're overwhelmed by the idea of gear and tech, this episode will put your mind at ease.

Key Topics Covered

• Why you don't need expensive equipment to start a podcast
• Recording a podcast using just an iPhone
• Lighting tips: natural light and a ring light for better video quality
• Riverside as an all-in-one recording and hosting platform
• Creating branded images with Canva
• Building a user-friendly website with Squarespace
• Using social media to grow your podcast presence
• Staying organized with Google Drive and Asana
• Team communication and collaboration with Slack

Links & Resources:

Listen to Ep. 76: https://www.pivotballchange.com/podcast-1/76

Ring Light Affiliate Link: https://amzn.to/4vuvRdZ

D1 Microphone Affiliate Link: https://amzn.to/4w5IgWQ

Paige & Becca’s Episode: https://www.pivotballchange.com/podcast-1/62-528gy-aawcl

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Launch Your Podcast with Pivot Ball Change: https://www.pivotballchange.com/services

Follow Pivot Ball Change on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pivotballchange/

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Riverside: https://riverside.sjv.io/c/6950782/2183832/28064

I am kicking off a brand new nine-week series designed to walk you through launching your very own podcast, step by step. If you've been sitting on a podcast idea but have no idea where to begin, or you're feeling completely overwhelmed, this series was made for you. Each week, you'll walk away with actionable, bite-sized homework so that by the end of all nine episodes, you'll have a fully launched show. This first episode dives into how to choose a compelling title, develop your overall concept, and land on three to four content pillars that will anchor your show. I share thought-provoking questions, helpful insights, and a few go-to resources to get your creative wheels turning right away.

Key Topics Covered:

• How to choose a podcast title that stands out
• Developing your overall podcast concept and defining your "why"
• Identifying and establishing three to four content pillars
• Narrowing down your ideas with thought-provoking questions
• Pinpointing your ideal listener and who the show is for
• Recommended resources to help you get into the right headspace to brainstorm

Links & Resources:

Core Values Worksheet: https://canva.link/gxhdq3wsiyqjbwt

Be by Jessica Zweig: https://amzn.to/3Qqgchs

Let’s Connect!

Book Your Podcast Consultation Today: https://www.pivotballchange.com/services

Launch Your Podcast with Pivot Ball Change: https://www.pivotballchange.com/services

Follow Pivot Ball Change on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pivotballchange/

Visit Pivot Ball Change’s Website: https://www.pivotballchange.com/

Riverside: https://riverside.sjv.io/c/6950782/2183832/28064

Dr. Jessica London, a pelvic floor physical therapist, is breaking the mold by offering all of her services remotely, and she's here to explain exactly how that works. Many women assume pelvic floor therapy requires hands-on, in-person treatment to be effective, but Dr. Jessica is proving otherwise. She also expands the conversation beyond the most commonly known symptoms, sharing lesser-known signs that your pelvic floor may need attention. Beyond her therapy practice, Dr. Jessica hosts her own podcast, What About Mom?, and offers a refreshingly simple strategy for coming up with episode topics that any podcaster can use. She's also a big advocate for podcast and YouTube swaps, and shares the real benefits she's seen from being a guest on other shows and welcoming those hosts onto hers. Whether you've been dealing with pelvic floor issues for years or have never given it much thought, this episode just might be the nudge you need to explore a new path forward.

Key Topics Covered:

• How Dr. Jessica conducts pelvic floor physical therapy entirely online and why it actually works.
• Common misconceptions about who pelvic floor therapy is for.
• Lesser-known signs and symptoms that your pelvic floor needs attention.
• The surprising connection between your voice and your pelvic floor.
• How Dr. Jessica generates podcast topic ideas using a simple, repeatable approach.
• The benefits of podcast and YouTube swaps for growing your audience and practice.
• Why it might be time to seek treatment or try a different approach if what you're doing isn't working.

Links & Resources:

Listen to Dr. Jessica’s Podcast Episode The Connection Between Your Voice and Your Pelvic Floor: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/35-the-connection-between-your-voice-and-pelvic-floor/id1770787755?i=1000752647508

Follow Dr. Jessica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yourpostpartumpt/

1:1 Pelvic Floor Rehab Interest (free inquiry call to get 1 month free): https://yourpostpartumpt.com/bookcall-podcast

Self-Led Membership: https://www.skool.com/pelvicfloorandcorecollective/about 

Let’s Connect!

Book Your Podcast Consultation Today: https://www.pivotballchange.com/services

Launch Your Podcast with Pivot Ball Change: https://www.pivotballchange.com/services

Follow Pivot Ball Change on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pivotballchange/

Visit Pivot Ball Change’s Website: https://www.pivotballchange.com/

Riverside: https://riverside.sjv.io/c/6950782/2183832/28064

The podcasting world is undergoing a major shift, and if you're still measuring success by download numbers alone, it's time to rethink your strategy. I break down how monetization in the industry has changed, sharing real examples from shows we work with directly, including how some previously sponsor-heavy podcasts have completely pivoted their revenue approach. I also make the case for treating your podcast as a content engine rather than a destination, using Amy Poehler's podcast as a prime example of how repurposed clips can generate 6x the views of the original episode. Plus, learn how something as simple as adding a subtitle to your show can help you niche down, attract the right audience, and grow faster.

Key Topics Covered:

• How podcasters are moving away from big sponsorships and finding new ways to monetize their shows.
• Why the mindset shift from "driving listeners back to your podcast" to "using your podcast to fuel all other content" is essential right now.
• How Amy Poehler's podcast reels generate 6x more views than the podcast itself and what that means for your strategy.
• Monetization ideas you can start implementing regardless of your download numbers.
• Why niching down attracts the right audience, and how adding a subtitle helped one client do exactly that.

Links & Resources:

Listen to Ep. 73: https://www.pivotballchange.com/podcast-1/73

Instagram Carousel Mentioned: https://www.instagram.com/p/DZATVngDj_x/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

Listen to Ep. 60 with Liz Emmerich: https://www.pivotballchange.com/podcast-1/60

Listen to Ep. 56 with Kaitlin McMahan: https://www.pivotballchange.com/podcast-1/56

Let’s Connect!

Book Your Podcast Consultation Today: https://www.pivotballchange.com/services

Launch Your Podcast with Pivot Ball Change: https://www.pivotballchange.com/services

Follow Pivot Ball Change on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pivotballchange/

Visit Pivot Ball Change’s Website: https://www.pivotballchange.com/

Riverside: https://riverside.sjv.io/c/6950782/2183832/28064

Long before Pivot Ball Change became what it is today, there was a little girl with a big dream of becoming a professional dancer, and she actually made it happen. This episode peels back the curtain on that journey, from landing a contract with Celebrity Cruise Lines to living aboard a ship for six months surrounded by wild rules, unforgettable stories, and some surprisingly audacious Greek officers. The name "Pivot Ball Change" has roots deep in the dance world, and hearing that backstory adds a whole new layer to everything this brand stands for. The episode also gets real about the darker side of a dance career, including the intense pressure to maintain a certain body size, the unhealthy tactics that came with it, and one cruise ship policy around dancers' weight that would absolutely not be acceptable today. Equal parts hilarious, nostalgic, and vulnerable, this one is packed with stories you genuinely will not see coming.

Key Topics Covered:

• The origin of the name "Pivot Ball Change" and its connection to the dance world.
• My journey as a professional dancer and what it took to make that dream a reality.
• How I landed a contract with Celebrity Cruise Lines.
• What daily life actually looks like living on a ship for six months.
• The strict dress code and food rules dancers were required to follow onboard.
• The cruise ship's weight policy for dancers and why it wouldn't fly today.
• Body image pressures and unhealthy habits in the dance industry.
• The bold (and unwanted) invitation from a Greek officer to his private cabin.

Let’s Connect!

Book Your Podcast Consultation Today: https://www.pivotballchange.com/services

Launch Your Podcast with Pivot Ball Change: https://www.pivotballchange.com/services

Follow Pivot Ball Change on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pivotballchange/

Visit Pivot Ball Change’s Website: https://www.pivotballchange.com/

Riverside: https://riverside.sjv.io/c/6950782/2183832/28064

Pull up a chair because this solo episode is serving all the behind-the-scenes tea on what's really happening at Pivot Ball Change. From clients we've said goodbye to (and the lessons learned along the way) to exciting new additions to the roster, this quarterly business report breaks down the current state of PBC with total transparency. You'll also get a peek into how the work schedule is shifting for summer, what's being delegated, and how the 4 F's are shaping life and business right now.

Key Topics Covered:

• Why one client turned into a two-episode "one and done" and how to spot short-term vs. long-term client relationships early on.
• How the client selection process has evolved and why there's more room to be selective now than in the early days of the business.
• The story behind losing a long-standing launch client and the direction their show decided to go.
• A roundup of all the new podcast clients, what their shows are about, and what the editing and production process looks like for each.
• How one client funds their podcast editing through grant money.
• The simplest (and most affordable) production package offered, coming in at just $20 per episode.
• What makes a dream client and which type is the absolute favorite to work with.
• Summer schedule shifts, childcare realities, and how work hours and tasks are being restructured.
• The 4 F's: Fiction, Fun, Fashion, and Fitness, and how they're all connecting this season.

Links & Resources:

Healthier, Happier, Smarter Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/healthier-happier-smarter-wisconsin-voices-on-the/id1886495272?l=zh-Hant-TW

Listen to Elena’s Episode Here: https://www.pivotballchange.com/podcast-1/70

Listen to Shannon’s Episode Here: https://www.pivotballchange.com/podcast-1/66

The Slow Living Era Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-slow-living-era-moving-motherhood-and-building/id1896558785

Nourish Move Love Workouts: https://www.instagram.com/nourishmovelove/

Smash Burgers: https://grumpyrecipes.com/smash-burgers/?utm_source=Pinterest&utm_medium=organic

Let’s Connect!

Book Your Podcast Consultation Today: https://www.pivotballchange.com/services

Launch Your Podcast with Pivot Ball Change: https://www.pivotballchange.com/services

Follow Pivot Ball Change on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pivotballchange/

Visit Pivot Ball Change’s Website: https://www.pivotballchange.com/

Riverside: https://riverside.sjv.io/c/6950782/2183832/28064

Summer is officially here and this episode is packed with creative, outside-the-box bucket list ideas straight from the Pivot Ball Change Instagram community. From fun family food experiences like table nachos and table spaghetti (plus a game-changing tip for getting picky eaters to try new foods), to local hidden gems, kid-friendly restaurants with great outdoor spaces, and even a nod to all things Green Bay Packers, there is something for every family. The episode also gets personal, touching on what summer looks like behind the scenes as a work-from-home mom of two, the role of part-time daycare, and the return of the beloved "Four F's" segment, covering fashion, food, fiction, and a minimalist wardrobe account worth following.

Key Topics Covered:

• Celebrating 1,000 downloads and why ratings and reviews matter for podcasts.
• Summer bucket list ideas submitted by the Instagram community.
• Family-friendly activities including table nachos and table spaghetti.
• A tip for getting kids to try new foods.
• Local activity recommendations with alternatives for listeners outside the area.
• Kid-friendly restaurant suggestions with outdoor spaces.
• A Green Bay Packers summer bucket list item for the football-loving families.
• What summer looks like as a work-from-home mom with two young kids.
• How and why part-time daycare still plays a role during summer months.
• The return of the "Four F's" segment:
  • Fashion: A minimalist wardrobe Instagram account focused on 20 outfits.
  • Food: A comforting, old-school casserole recipe.
  • Fiction: Summer book picks, binge-worthy TV series, and kids' book series recommendations

Links & Resources:

Map of the Ice Age Trail: https://www.iceagetrail.org/

Listen to Episode 62 with My Husband: https://www.pivotballchange.com/podcast-1/62

Kids Bowl Free: https://www.kidsbowlfree.com/

Green Bay Packers Info: https://www.packers.com/training-camp/practice-schedule

Follow @twentyoutfitwardrobe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twentyoutfitwardrobe/

Chicken Casserole Recipe: https://recipesrhyme.com/creamy-chicken-broccoli-rice-cheese-casserole/?utm_source=Pinterest&utm_medium=organic

Riverside: https://riverside.sjv.io/c/6950782/2183832/28064

Let’s Connect!

Book Your Podcast Consultation Today: https://www.pivotballchange.com/services

Launch Your Podcast with Pivot Ball Change: https://www.pivotballchange.com/services

Follow Pivot Ball Change on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pivotballchange/

Visit Pivot Ball Change’s Website: https://www.pivotballchange.com/

Riverside: https://riverside.sjv.io/c/6950782/2183832/28064

Today I have the pleasure of sitting down with Elena Willits. She opens up about her decision to rebrand her podcast from Kind Organizing to Encourage Moments and what that pivot really meant for her identity as a creator. She shares her ADHD diagnosis and how it has shaped the way she works, organizes her life, and shows up for her audience. Whether you're a mom trying to keep it all together, a podcaster thinking about a rebrand, or someone navigating mental health while building something meaningful, Elena's honest and practical perspective will leave you feeling seen and inspired. 

Key Topics Covered:

• Rebranding a podcast: the emotional and strategic side of changing your show's name and direction.
• Elena's ADHD diagnosis and how it has influenced her workflow, creativity, and approach to organization.
• Practical organization tips that actually work for moms with busy, unpredictable schedules.
• Nervous system regulation and why it matters for mental health and daily functioning.
• Self-compassion as a tool for surviving and thriving in motherhood.
• Balancing content creation with family life without burning out.
• Building a podcast brand that authentically reflects who you are and who you serve.

Links & Resources:

Riverside: https://riverside.sjv.io/c/6950782/2183832/28064

Follow Elena on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/encouragemomentco/

Listen to Elena’s Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/encouragemoment-podcast/id1693004651

Let’s Connect!

Book Your Podcast Consultation Today: https://www.pivotballchange.com/services

Launch Your Podcast with Pivot Ball Change: https://www.pivotballchange.com/services

Follow Pivot Ball Change on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pivotballchange/

Visit Pivot Ball Change’s Website: https://www.pivotballchange.com/

Riverside: https://riverside.sjv.io/c/6950782/2183832/28064

Wondering how to get booked on podcasts and turn those appearances into real business growth? In this episode, guest Lauren Najar breaks down her proven approach to crafting pitches that actually land, building genuine relationships through DMs, and leveraging every conversation into a client opportunity without feeling salesy.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• How to craft a compelling podcast pitch that highlights your story and audience value
• Authentic DM strategies that nurture relationships and convert followers into clients
• Why batch recording is a game-changer for staying consistent
• How local stories can make your podcast episodes more impactful

Follow Lauren on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurennajar/

Visit Lauren’s Website: https://laurennajar.com/

Let’s Connect!

Book Your Podcast Consultation Today: https://www.pivotballchange.com/services

Launch Your Podcast with Pivot Ball Change: https://www.pivotballchange.com/services

Follow Pivot Ball Change on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pivotballchange/

Visit Pivot Ball Change’s Website: https://www.pivotballchange.com/

Riverside: https://riverside.sjv.io/c/6950782/2183832/28064

I sat down with Suken Jain, leadership coach, marketing consultant, and host of The Sync Leadership Lab podcast, to talk about one of the most relatable pivots out there: leaving a 20-year corporate career to bet on yourself. Suken shares how burnout, a layoff, and a mindset shift led him to launch his coaching business at 42, and how he's used his podcast as a long-game brand-building tool rather than a quick revenue stream. We also dig into the power of "humble confidence," what it means to plant seeds in business and actually be patient enough to water them, the value of working with our podcast production team, and how awareness of different communication styles, especially across gender, can make you a better leader, interviewer, and human. 

Key Topics:

• Suken's 20-year corporate career and what led to his burnout moment in 2021.
• Making the midlife pivot at 42 and why 40 is often a turning point for career reinvention.
• How a layoff became the unexpected catalyst for launching his coaching and consulting business.
• The financial realities of entrepreneurship and the 3–5 year runway most don't want to hear about.
• Why Suken started The Sync Leadership Lab podcast and how it serves as a brand-building tool for his business.
• "Planting seeds" - the long game of business development, referrals, and showing up consistently.
• When and why he decided to hand off podcast editing and production - and what to look for in a production partner.
• The value of editing your own podcast first before outsourcing it.
• Gender-aware communication: how Suken developed sensitivity to different communication styles and why it matters in leadership and interviews.
• The concept of "humble confidence" - balancing what you know with openness to what you don't.
• What's next for The Sync Leadership Lab: bigger guests, broader reach, and a former USC quarterback's story.

Follow Suken on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sukenjain/

Follow Suken on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachsuken/

Email Suken: [email protected]

Let’s Connect!

Book Your Podcast Consultation Today: https://www.pivotballchange.com/services

Launch Your Podcast with Pivot Ball Change: https://www.pivotballchange.com/services

Follow Pivot Ball Change on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pivotballchange/

Visit Pivot Ball Change’s Website: https://www.pivotballchange.com/

Riverside: https://riverside.sjv.io/c/6950782/2183832/28064