By Sara Whittaker, Tips for Podcasters and TPT authors
The podcast currently has 177 episodes available.
Podcast sponsorships are an incredible way for any podcaster to monetize their show. Some of you might feel like this is out of reach because you don't have a big enough listenership, while others of you may just have no idea where to start when it comes to sponsorships.
Today's guest, Traci DeForge, is here to share how you can reimagine podcast sponsorships and gain sponsors in a way that's ethical and on-brand for your business. We talk about ways to integrate sponsors into your show, create sponsorship packages even if you don't have thousands of downloads per episode, and secure sponsorships before you even launch your show.
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Show Notes: https://podcastingforeducators.com/episode168
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How many times have you sat down to plan out a podcast episode and record it and then felt stressed out when you realized you still had to come up with a title? Or maybe you're the complete opposite, and you just kind of go with the first thing that comes to mind.
Either way, you might be asking yourself, "Do podcast episode titles even matter?" My quick answer is YES. In my opinion, episode titles are so important. In this episode, you'll learn why your titles matter for searchability, the importance of capturing your listeners's interest, and a few other tips and things to remember when it comes to titling your episodes.
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This episode is the first in a new series that I'm going to be doing from time to time, and I'm calling it the "You Oughta Know" series. (And if that instantly makes you think of the Alanis Morissette song, then we should be friends.)
Inside this series, I'm going to share some updates that have been going on recently in the podcast industry and just some things that I think you oughta know about. So today, I'm running through some important updates about YouTube Music, Amazon Music, and Apple Podcasts that I think are relevant to all podcasters.
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If you've ever felt unmotivated to podcast, you're not alone! Whether it's a dip in your downloads, a busy season of life, or just a general feeling of blah about your business, that growing lack of motivation isn't necessarily a reason not to keep going.
So what do you do about it? Today, I'm talking about the 4 common themes my Instagram followers shared when they've felt unmotivated to podcast to give you some ideas on how to make this thing work and how to keep going if you want to.
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If you track your podcast stats monthly (which I strongly recommend!), you may have noticed a recent dip in your summer downloads. And you wouldn't be alone! You may have even seen a drop in downloads earlier in the year.
In this episode, I'm sharing some of the download trends I've been seeing, my opinion on the reasoning behind them, an industry update that has definitely impacted download reporting, and what to do when you notice a dip in your downloads.
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Show Notes: https://podcastingforeducators.com/episode164
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In the last episode, 162, I shared what my maternity leave was like, and one of the things that I talked about in that episode was not being on social media and not sending my usual weekly emails for four months.
I know a lot of you have thought about taking a break from social or email platforms (or leaving them altogether) and wonder what kind of effect that could have on your podcast downloads. Obviously, your experience is going to be different than mine, but in this episode, I'm sharing what kind of effect my break had on my podcast downloads with no socials or emails.
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Show Notes: https://podcastingforeducators.com/episode163
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Maternity leave is over! This is my very first recording since I had my second daughter, Lily. If you're new here, I have been on maternity leave for the past few months and am slowly (emphasis on slow!) easing my way back into things.
For this episode, I wanted to check in to let you know that I'm officially back from maternity leave and share a little about what's been happening, specifically what this season of life has been like as a mom and business owner. I'm also sharing 3 things that have helped me during this season of life and what's to come with this podcast (don't worry, it's not going anywhere!).
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Show Notes: https://podcastingforeducators.com/episode162
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Do you include your podcast episodes in your email welcome sequence? If not, it's time to start tweaking (or maybe creating for the first time) your welcome sequences to help drive more traffic to your podcast!
Magan Ward, an email marketing expert and digital marketing educator, is here to share some of her email marketing secrets with you today. In this episode, you'll hear Magan talk about a strategic email welcome sequence and how to use it to bring in more listeners to your podcast. She's also walking you through her 5-step signature framework for how she put together her own email welcome sequence.
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Show Notes: https://podcastingforeducators.com/episode161
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Topics in this episode: tips for podcasters, educational strategies, marketing tips for TPT sellers, online educator tips
One of the reasons I love a co-hosted podcast so much is that it makes less intimidating! Brittany and Ellie are here to share some behind-the-scenes of what it's been like co-hosting their show, The Teaching Toolbox.
In this episode, you'll hear about why they started their podcast, how they split up the responsibilities, how they decide what to talk about in their episodes, the challenges they've run into, and their best advice for anyone thinking about starting a co-hosted show.
If you need some support with launching, come and join us in the Prep School community at podcastingforeducators.com/prepschool. And don't forget to check out Brittany and Ellie's show, linked below!
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Topics in this episode: tips for podcasters, educational strategies, marketing tips for TPT sellers, online educator tips
You may already have a podcast, but have you ever considered starting a second one? I know lots of people who love podcasting so much that they've started a second show for all kinds of reasons.
Today's guest, Kirsten Hammond, is one of those podcasters. She is here to tell us about her experience with why she started two separate shows and some of the struggles that have come up along the way. Kirsten also shares some great tips for staying organized, how you can repurpose existing content, and more!
If you're thinking about starting a second show, we would love to hear about it. Tag us on Instagram @podcastingforeducators and @thesouthernteach, and let us know your plans!
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Show Notes: https://podcastingforeducators.com/episode159
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Topics in this episode: tips for podcasters, educational strategies, marketing tips for TPT sellers, online educator tips
The podcast currently has 177 episodes available.