Most aspiring podcasts that I talk to have had "start a podcast" on their to-do list for a year or two. Melanie Mishler had it on hers for 10 years! This spring, she finally made her podcasting dreams come true! Melanie joins me today to share about what held her back and how she got through it. If "start a podcast" is still sitting on your to-do list, you don't want to miss this vulnerable and inspirational conversation.

Connect with Melanie: www.MelanieMishler.com
List to Magnetic Creator: www.MelanieMishler.com/podcast

Episodes Referenced:
Episode 6: Podcasting Strategies For a Successful Launch
Episode 11: Should you script your podcast episodes?

Thinking about starting a podcast? Grab my free Podcast Roadmap: 10 Simple Steps to Launch Your Own Podcast (No Fancy Tech Required!) at www.ThePodcastTeacher.com/roadmap

This episode was produced by me, The Podcast Teacher! Contact me at [email protected].

👋 Send me your podcasting question! I'll answer it in an upcoming episode. Include your name and the name of your podcast/business if you'd like a shout out! 😀 (You can also use this to send me a non-question message)

Do you find yourself tangled up in the dreaded web of overthinking every time you consider starting your podcast? It's ok, I've been there too. In today's episode, I'm breaking the whole process down into 10 simple steps for you, and sharing my best tips to get out of the overthinking spiral!

Resources Mentioned:

• Podcast Equipment Made Easy: What to Buy & How to Use it: www.ThePodcastTeacher.com/equipment (this is now a paid resource, but use coupon code LISTENER to get it for free!)
• Episode 6:  Podcasting Strategies For a Successful Launch: How I Made the Apple Podcasts Top 20
• Episode 11: Should you script your podcast episodes?
• Episode 21:  Podcasting Strategies: My Secret Weapon for Easy Podcast Editing

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Thinking about starting a podcast? Grab my free Podcast Roadmap: 10 Simple Steps to Launch Your Own Podcast (No Fancy Tech Required!) at www.ThePodcastTeacher.com/roadmap

This episode was produced by me, The Podcast Teacher! Contact me at [email protected].

👋 Send me your podcasting question! I'll answer it in an upcoming episode. Include your name and the name of your podcast/business if you'd like a shout out! 😀 (You can also use this to send me a non-question message)

Is the thought of editing your podcast holding you back from starting one? Or, maybe you're already a podcaster and editing is your least favorite part of the process. If you check either one of those boxes, you're not alone...I hear that a LOT! In today's episode, I'm sharing a few podcasting strategies for easy editing and revealing my secret weapon. You'll never guess what it is!

Resources Mentioned:
Podcast Equipment Made Easy: What to Buy & How to Use it: www.ThePodcastTeacher.com/equipment (this is now a paid resource, but use coupon code LISTENER to get it for free!)

Clicker: https://a.co/d/gKRCSbk

Thinking about starting a podcast? Grab my free Podcast Roadmap: 10 Simple Steps to Launch Your Own Podcast (No Fancy Tech Required!) at www.ThePodcastTeacher.com/roadmap

This episode was produced by me, The Podcast Teacher! Contact me at [email protected].

👋 Send me your podcasting question! I'll answer it in an upcoming episode. Include your name and the name of your podcast/business if you'd like a shout out! 😀 (You can also use this to send me a non-question message)

Asking your podcast listeners to take an action related to your business can be easier said than done, especially for an introvert. No one wants to come off as the used car salesman! So, how can you use your podcast as the powerful marketing tool that it is, eventually converting listeners into customers, without feeling icky? My friend and fellow podcast industry professional, Steve Stewart, joins me on the show today to discuss crafting comfortable CTAs.

Connect with Steve at www.SteveStewart.me

Thinking about starting a podcast? Grab my free Podcast Roadmap: 10 Simple Steps to Launch Your Own Podcast (No Fancy Tech Required!) at www.ThePodcastTeacher.com/roadmap

This episode was produced by me, The Podcast Teacher! Contact me at [email protected].

👋 Send me your podcasting question! I'll answer it in an upcoming episode. Include your name and the name of your podcast/business if you'd like a shout out! 😀 (You can also use this to send me a non-question message)

Are you tired of the social media hamster wheel? Me too! In today's episode, I share why podcasting is a better option than social media for creating a relationship with your audience, plus some tips about how to make the transition.

Thinking about starting a podcast? Grab my free Podcast Roadmap: 10 Simple Steps to Launch Your Own Podcast (No Fancy Tech Required!) at www.ThePodcastTeacher.com/roadmap

This episode was produced by me, The Podcast Teacher! Contact me at [email protected].

👋 Send me your podcasting question! I'll answer it in an upcoming episode. Include your name and the name of your podcast/business if you'd like a shout out! 😀 (You can also use this to send me a non-question message)

My podcasting recording schedule has been a bit of a hot mess lately, but I'm committed to getting back on track! In today's episode, I share some lessons learned and some planning tips that I'll be using going forward...and that you can too!

Thinking about starting a podcast? Grab my free Podcast Roadmap: 10 Simple Steps to Launch Your Own Podcast (No Fancy Tech Required!) at www.ThePodcastTeacher.com/roadmap

This episode was produced by me, The Podcast Teacher! Contact me at [email protected].

👋 Send me your podcasting question! I'll answer it in an upcoming episode. Include your name and the name of your podcast/business if you'd like a shout out! 😀 (You can also use this to send me a non-question message)

People tell me all of the time that they’re worried about giving away too much content for free on their podcast and then listeners will never buy their programs and services. I completely understand where this worry is coming from, AND I can tell you that I don’t believe it’s true. So, in today’s episode, I’m going to explain why this isn’t likely to hurt your sales, and what you can do to set your listeners up to become customers.

Thinking about starting a podcast? Grab my free Podcast Roadmap: 10 Simple Steps to Launch Your Own Podcast (No Fancy Tech Required!) at www.ThePodcastTeacher.com/roadmap

This episode was produced by me, The Podcast Teacher! Contact me at [email protected].

👋 Send me your podcasting question! I'll answer it in an upcoming episode. Include your name and the name of your podcast/business if you'd like a shout out! 😀 (You can also use this to send me a non-question message)

Your podcast's name is not just a catchy phrase - it's essential for bringing in new listeners! In today's episode, I share why it's so important, go over some podcast title dos and don'ts, and share some tips for coming up with your show name.

Thinking about starting a podcast? Grab my free Podcast Roadmap: 10 Simple Steps to Launch Your Own Podcast (No Fancy Tech Required!) at www.ThePodcastTeacher.com/roadmap

This episode was produced by me, The Podcast Teacher! Contact me at [email protected].

👋 Send me your podcasting question! I'll answer it in an upcoming episode. Include your name and the name of your podcast/business if you'd like a shout out! 😀 (You can also use this to send me a non-question message)

Are you putting off starting your podcast because you're afraid of running out of ideas? It's a concern that I hear a lot. In today's episode, I'm giving you some strategies, prompts, and words of wisdom to overcome this content hurdle.

Resources Mentioned:
Ubersuggest
Answer the Public

Thinking about starting a podcast? Grab my free Podcast Roadmap: 10 Simple Steps to Launch Your Own Podcast (No Fancy Tech Required!) at www.ThePodcastTeacher.com/roadmap

This episode was produced by me, The Podcast Teacher! Contact me at [email protected].

👋 Send me your podcasting question! I'll answer it in an upcoming episode. Include your name and the name of your podcast/business if you'd like a shout out! 😀 (You can also use this to send me a non-question message)

Do you want to start a podcast to work smarter, not harder, in your business? Smart move! In today's episode, I'm joined by Sierra Scacco, scaling and productivity coach. We chat about when and how to scale your business, and where a podcast fits into those plans.

Connect with Sierra:
Instagram: @sierra.scacco
Podcast: One Productive Mama

Register for the Podcasting 101 Workshop: February 19 - 23, 2024. 

Join us to:

• Craft a detailed profile of your ideal listener (beyond the surface-level demographics)
• Break your overall topic down into content pillars and episode-specific ideas
• Determine the best format & frequency for you
• Strategically choose the name of your show
• Pick your launch date and lay out a strategic plan for your best chance of making the Apple Charts

Thinking about starting a podcast? Grab my free Podcast Roadmap: 7 Questions to Start Your Journey at www.ThePodcastTeacher.com/roadmap

This episode was produced by me, The Podcast Teacher! Contact me at [email protected].

👋 Send me your podcasting question! I'll answer it in an upcoming episode. Include your name and the name of your podcast/business if you'd like a shout out! 😀 (You can also use this to send me a non-question message)