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- Hashtags, Cross-Promotions, and Social Media Secrets for Podcasters
Brett and Tonnisha share valuable insights on how podcasters can effectively use social media to reach new listeners and promote their content. From using hashtags to cross-promotion with other podcasts, they discuss various strategies for engaging with audiences and increasing visibility.
TJE Communication’s mission is to empower and educate small women-owned businesses and equip them with digital solutions to level the playing field.
IG - @tjecomm
TW - @tjecomm
LI - https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonnishaenglish/
FB - https://www.facebook.com/tjecomm
Subscribe to Tonnisha's Tip of The Month
Each week, one of The Circle of Experts talks about critical aspects of growing your podcast. We focus on marketing, social media, monetization, website design, and implementation of all of these to help you make the best podcast possible.
Have a question or an idea for one of our episodes? Send us an email at [email protected].
The Circle of Experts are:
Yasmine Robles from Rebel Marketing
Tonnisha English-Amamoo of TJE Communications
Don The Idea Guy
Brett Johnson, My Podcast Guy®, from Circle 270 Media® Podcast Consultants
Copyright 2025 Brett Johnson, My Podcast Guy™
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/abbynoise/face-game
License code: IUDJXGXP8JAXJVJS
22 min - The Circle of Experts Playlists
We've created playlists for each of our Circle of Experts -
Brett Johnson
Don The Idea Guy
Yasmine Robles
Tonnisha English-Amamoo
Listeners can access these playlists in the show notes, click on one of the Circle Of Experts names above, and hit play to listen to past episodes.
Are you looking to grow your podcast or business? Reach out to Brett at mypodcastguy.com to schedule a conversation. Also, let us know if you'd like to be connected with Don, Yasmine, or Tonnisha for more insights. Thanks for your ongoing support of The Circle Sessions podcast!
Each week, one of The Circle of Experts talks about critical aspects of growing your podcast. We focus on marketing, social media, monetization, website design, and implementation of all of these to help you make the best podcast possible.
Have a question or an idea for one of our episodes? Send us an email at [email protected].
The Circle of Experts are:
Yasmine Robles from Rebel Marketing
Tonnisha English-Amamoo of TJE Communications
Don The Idea Guy
Brett Johnson, My Podcast Guy®, from Circle 270 Media® Podcast Consultants
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/abbynoise/face-game
License code: IUDJXGXP8JAXJVJS
Copyright 2025 Brett Johnson, My Podcast Guy™
4 min - How AI is Transforming Podcasting
Technology has revolutionized many industries and podcasting is no exception. The potential for Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the podcasting industry is vast, and the Chat GPT software is a great example of how this technology can be utilized.
In an episode of The Circle Sessions podcast, Brett Johnson and Don The Idea Guy discuss the capabilities of Chat GPT, including brainstorming, generating topic ideas, and creating interview questions for podcast episodes. The software can also generate summaries of podcast transcripts and ideas for social media posts to promote episodes.
Expert Takeaways
ChatGPT and similar AI tools are meant to assist and enhance the creative process, not replace human creativity or jobs.
ChatGPT can be used to brainstorm topic ideas for podcast episodes, making it easier for podcasters to come up with fresh and relevant content.
The AI can generate insightful questions for guests, streamlining the preparation process for interviews.
ChatGPT can help create summaries of podcast transcripts, which can be useful for show notes and marketing materials.
Current limitations of ChatGPT include its inability to access real-time or very recent information, important to consider for time-sensitive topics.
The tool can generate creative descriptions or alternate styles of writing (e.g., in the voice of another person such as Mark Twain or in the style of a Seinfeld episode).
AI tools like DALL-E can create unique artwork for podcast episodes, although some limitations (e.g., drawing hands) exist.
The quality of input (prompts) given to the AI significantly affects the output, highlighting the importance of clear and detailed instructions.
Verify the factual accuracy of content generated by AI, as it may pull from unreliable sources and therefore, potentially give inaccurate information.
ChatGPT can serve as a brainstorming partner to help overcome writer's block by offering a myriad of ideas and directions to take on a given topic.
Expert Moments
00:00 The year of AI
05:10 It's great for brainstorming and generating ideas.
09:03 Interview yourself, use AI tools for graphics.
10:05 Better prompts produce better AI results iteratively.
16:08 Sticky notes inspire, ChatGPT edits effectively.
17:27 AI mislabeled politician as fraud convict, misinformation.
Each week, one of The Circle of Experts talks about critical aspects of growing your podcast. We focus on marketing, social media, monetization, website design, and implementation of all of these to help you make the best podcast possible.
Have a question or an idea for one of our episodes? Send us an email at [email protected].
The Circle of Experts are:
Yasmine Robles from Rebel Marketing
Tonnisha English-Amamoo of TJE Communications
Don The Idea Guy
Brett Johnson, My Podcast Guy®, from Circle 270 Media® Podcast Consultants
MEET DON THE IDEA GUY!Possessing creative powers beyond those of mere mortals, DON THE IDEA GUY rescues those in need of innovative ideas through his brainstorming sessions, articles, and websites.
DTIG (DEE-tigg) has been featured in Small Business News, interviewed by the New York Times, quoted in Fast Company magazine, and served as the first president of the International Idea Trade Association.
Don is a proud member of the BzzAgent community, and is featured in BzzAgent.com founder Dave Balter’s book “Grapevine: The New Art of Word-of-Mouth Marketing.”
His Innovation Channel on the Duct Tape Marketing Blog has been recognized as a Forbes Favorite.
Don is the author of the book “100-WHATS of CREATIVITY“, one-hundred ‘what if?’ questions to spur your creativity, unmuck your mind, and break through your mental blocks and has written dozens of articles and hundreds of blog postings on the subject of increasing innovation and adding creativity to your personal and professional life.
You are invited to explore additional innovative possibilities by choosing one of your favorite ideas from this (or any) Five Buck Brainstorms and purchasing a more in-depth custom idea generation session from Don The Idea Guy on that (or any other) subject. Visit the Brainstorm page on the Don The Idea Guy website for more details.
Copyright 2025 Brett Johnson, My Podcast Guy™
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/abbynoise/face-game
License code: IUDJXGXP8JAXJVJS
https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nd/4.0/
22 min - Expert Tips for Podcast Website Maintenance After Going Live
Are you looking for ways to optimize your podcast website after it launches? Look no further - The Circle Sessions podcast has got you covered! In this episode, we speak with Yasmine Robles about how to ensure your website stays fresh and works for you.
We discuss the importance of changing permalinks, installing Google Analytics, using Google Search Console to track performance and errors, and creating a maintenance plan for your website.
Plus, learn how to repurpose podcast episodes into blog posts and use off-site SEO strategies to increase traffic to your site.
Find out more and get the tools you need to keep your website optimized and successful!
Expert Takeaways
Change permalinks to be user-friendly and SEO-friendly, making URLs more readable and easier to share.
Install Google Analytics to track website traffic, understand user behavior, and identify which marketing efforts are effective.
Use Google Search Console for insights into site performance, keyword rankings, and to receive alerts about site errors and issues.
Ensure your website is regularly backed up to prevent data loss or malfunctions. Use plugins like Updraft, Jetpack, or BackupBuddy for WordPress.
Submit an XML sitemap to Google Search Console to help search engines understand and index all pages on your website effectively.
Create an ongoing maintenance plan to update plugins, themes, WordPress core, and address PHP updates regularly. This helps to prevent issues and keep the site secure.
Continuously update and add fresh content, such as new blog posts and podcast episodes, and regularly update static pages with new testimonials or information.
Get featured on other platforms and secure backlinks to your website from reputable sources to enhance SEO.
Drive traffic and engagement by building an email list, sending automated welcome series, and keeping subscribers engaged with valuable content.
Promote your website content on social media, directing users back to your site. Tailor content for different platforms to reach a wider audience and ensure your efforts don't go unnoticed.
Expert Moments
00:00 Post-website launch upkeep and changing permalinks.
04:12 Google Analytics tracking raises concerns in EU.
06:43 Periodic email identifies site errors, requires action.
12:10 Site map lists all site pages, SEO.
14:02 Update plugins, themes, and core regularly. Use staging.
17:03 Diving deeper into on-site and off-site SEO.
19:45 Social media content varies by platform usage.
Yasmine works alongside clients to design a website that's driven by strategy, looks amazing, and that you can actually use to grow your podcast, and your business.
Her website.
Her Instagram.
Click here for the checklist!
Each week, one of The Circle of Experts talks about critical aspects of growing your podcast. We focus on marketing, social media, monetization, website design, and implementation of all of these to help you make the best podcast possible.
Have a question or an idea for one of our episodes? Send us an email at [email protected].
The Circle of Experts are:
Yasmine Robles from Rebel Marketing
Tonnisha English-Amamoo of TJE Communications
Don The Idea Guy
Brett Johnson, My Podcast Guy®, from Circle 270 Media® Podcast Consultants
Copyright 2025 Brett Johnson, My Podcast Guy™
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/abbynoise/face-game
License code: IUDJXGXP8JAXJVJS
https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nd/4.0/
21 min - Tools You Need to Manage Your Own Social Media
An expert in digital marketing and communications, Tonnisha English-Amamoo shares her tips and strategies to help small businesses level the playing field through digital.
Get the latest insight and advice on creating content calendars, utilizing tools like Airtable, Buffer, and Canva to manage and plan content, and establish a routine for posting. Become an expert in podcast promotion with help from the experts and make sure your podcast is heard by more listeners.
Check out this episode as well about content calendars.
Subscribe to Tonnisha's Tip of The Month
TJE Communication’s mission is to empower and educate small women-owned businesses and equip them with digital solutions to level the playing field.
IG - @tjecomm
TW - @tjecomm
LI - https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonnishaenglish/
FB - https://www.facebook.com/tjecomm
Each week, one of The Circle of Experts talks about critical aspects of growing your podcast. We focus on marketing, social media, monetization, website design, and implementation of all of these to help you make the best podcast possible.
Have a question or an idea for one of our episodes? Send us an email at [email protected].
The Circle of Experts are:
Yasmine Robles from Rebel Marketing
Tonnisha English-Amamoo of TJE Communications
Don The Idea Guy
Brett Johnson, My Podcast Guy®, from Circle 270 Media® Podcast Consultants
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/abbynoise/face-game
License code: IUDJXGXP8JAXJVJS
Copyright 2025 Brett Johnson, My Podcast Guy™
16 min - What An Event Can Do For Your Podcast
Brett and Yasmine share the importance of creating and organizing events for podcasters.
Brett and Don The Idea Guy talked about this concept earlier, in episode 10 and episode 14.
They dive into the details of their own successful podcasting presentation, a "lunch and learn" with a chamber of commerce, going through the challenges and success stories of their event planning journey.
Not only do they provide valuable insights into the industry, but they also give tips on how to reach a wider audience and promote your events effectively.
Whether you're a current or aspiring podcaster, this episode is a must-listen if you want to take your podcast to the next level.
Each week, one of The Circle of Experts talks about critical aspects of growing your podcast. We focus on marketing, social media, monetization, website design, and implementation of all of these to help you make the best podcast possible.
Have a question or an idea for one of our episodes? Send us an email at [email protected].
The Circle of Experts are:
Yasmine Robles from Rebel Marketing
Tonnisha English-Amamoo of TJE Communications
Don The Idea Guy
Brett Johnson, My Podcast Guy®, from Circle 270 Media® Podcast Consultants
Yasmine works alongside clients to design a website that's driven by strategy, looks amazing, and that you can actually use to grow your podcast, and your business.
Her website.
Her Instagram.
Click here for the checklist!
Copyright 2025 Brett Johnson, My Podcast Guy™
39 min - Creative Solutions for Taking Your Podcast to the Next Level
Don The Idea Guy, from The Circle Of Experts, shares creative and low-cost strategies to help you promote your podcast on a budget.
From offering prizes and swag with the podcast logo to recording events and collectible content, Don dives into the world of podcasting with enthusiasm. Listen to hear specific strategies and ideas to help bring your podcast to the next level.
Don's expert advice is sure to help make promoting your podcast a lot easier.
Check out this episode as well for more ideas.
MEET DON THE IDEA GUY!Possessing creative powers beyond those of mere mortals, DON THE IDEA GUY rescues those in need of innovative ideas through his brainstorming sessions, articles, and websites.
DTIG (DEE-tigg) has been featured in Small Business News, interviewed by the New York Times, quoted in Fast Company magazine, and served as the first president of the International Idea Trade Association.
Don is a proud member of the BzzAgent community, and is featured in BzzAgent.com founder Dave Balter’s book “Grapevine: The New Art of Word-of-Mouth Marketing.”
His Innovation Channel on the Duct Tape Marketing Blog has been recognized as a Forbes Favorite.
Don is the author of the book “100-WHATS of CREATIVITY“, one-hundred ‘what if?’ questions to spur your creativity, unmuck your mind, and break through your mental blocks and has written dozens of articles and hundreds of blog postings on the subject of increasing innovation and adding creativity to your personal and professional life.
You are invited to explore additional innovative possibilities by choosing one of your favorite ideas from this (or any) Five Buck Brainstorms and purchasing a more in-depth custom idea generation session from Don The Idea Guy on that (or any other) subject. Visit the Brainstorm page on the Don The Idea Guy website for more details.
Each week, one of The Circle of Experts talks about critical aspects of growing your podcast. We focus on marketing, social media, monetization, website design, and implementation of all of these to help you make the best podcast possible.
Have a question or an idea for one of our episodes? Send us an email at [email protected].
The Circle of Experts are:
Yasmine Robles from Rebel Marketing
Tonnisha English-Amamoo of TJE Communications
Don The Idea Guy
Brett Johnson, My Podcast Guy®, from Circle 270 Media® Podcast Consultants
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/abbynoise/face-game
License code: IUDJXGXP8JAXJVJS
Copyright 2025 Brett Johnson, My Podcast Guy™
19 min - Common Mistakes DIYers Make When Creating Their Website
Brett Johnson and Yasmine Robles walk you through the essential steps to consider when building a website. From deciding which platform to use, to understanding user behavior and developing a recognizable brand, these two experts provide invaluable advice for DIYers looking to create a professional and successful website.
Yasmine also offers a five-minute website review, so anyone listening can get specific advice tailored to their project. So if you've been wanting to create a website of your own, there's no better place to start than this podcast!
Yasmine works alongside clients to design a website that's driven by strategy, looks amazing, and that you can actually use to grow your podcast, and your business.
Her website.
Her Instagram.
Click here for the checklist!
Each week, one of The Circle of Experts talks about critical aspects of growing your podcast. We focus on marketing, social media, monetization, website design, and implementation of all of these to help you make the best podcast possible.
Have a question or an idea for one of our episodes? Send us an email at [email protected].
The Circle of Experts are:
Yasmine Robles from Rebel Marketing
Tonnisha English-Amamoo of TJE Communications
Don The Idea Guy
Brett Johnson, My Podcast Guy®, from Circle 270 Media® Podcast Consultants
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/abbynoise/face-game
License code: IUDJXGXP8JAXJVJS
Copyright 2025 Brett Johnson, My Podcast Guy™
23 min - How to Create Content Calendars for Social Media
Social media consultant Tonnisha English-Amamoo reveals best practices for success in managing social media accounts. Tonnisha shares her tried and true techniques for making the most of a content calendar, as well as the use of free tools from Canva and Sprout Social.
Join the conversation with Brett Johnson as they discuss time management tricks, the importance of staying focused, and the benefits of using templates. With these tips and more from Tonnisha, one of our Circle Of Experts, you’ll be well on your way to managing social media like a pro!
TJE Communication’s mission is to empower and educate small women-owned businesses and equip them with digital solutions to level the playing field.
IG - @tjecomm
TW - @tjecomm
LI - https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonnishaenglish/
FB - https://www.facebook.com/tjecomm
Subscribe to Tonnisha's Tip of The Month
Each week, one of The Circle of Experts talks about critical aspects of growing your podcast. We focus on marketing, social media, monetization, website design, and implementation of all of these to help you make the best podcast possible.
Have a question or an idea for one of our episodes? Send us an email at [email protected].
The Circle of Experts are:
Yasmine Robles from Rebel Marketing
Tonnisha English-Amamoo of TJE Communications
Don The Idea Guy
Brett Johnson, My Podcast Guy®, from Circle 270 Media® Podcast Consultants
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/abbynoise/face-game
License code: IUDJXGXP8JAXJVJS
Copyright 2025 Brett Johnson, My Podcast Guy™
17 min - 9 Easy Ways to Market Your Podcast
It's a competitive landscape out there in the world of podcasting. In the past 5 months, I've seen a nearly 50% decrease in monthly podcast production, but the audience is still here and growing.
Hear about the challenges of growing a loyal audience and the importance of staying aware of current trends.
There are 9 proven ways to market your podcast in 2023, which includes
- using email marketing,
- collaborating with influencers and thought leaders,
- utilizing local SEO,
- providing excellent customer service,
- developing a strong brand identity,
- optimizing social media,
- investing in content marketing,
- running paid advertising campaigns, and
- hosting events or workshops.
Each week, one of The Circle of Experts talks about critical aspects of growing your podcast. We focus on marketing, social media, monetization, website design, and implementation of all of these to help you make the best podcast possible.
Have a question or an idea for one of our episodes? Send us an email at [email protected].
The Circle of Experts are:
Yasmine Robles from Rebel Marketing
Tonnisha English-Amamoo of TJE Communications
Don The Idea Guy
Brett Johnson, My Podcast Guy®, from Circle 270 Media® Podcast Consultants
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/abbynoise/face-game
License code: IUDJXGXP8JAXJVJS
Copyright 2025 Brett Johnson, My Podcast Guy™
7 min
About The Circle Sessions
From the publisher's feed
In each episode, one of The Circle of Experts talks about critical aspects of growing your podcast. We focus on marketing, social media, monetization, and website design, and the implementation of all of these.
The Circle of Experts includes
*Yasmine Robles from Rebel Marketing;
*Tonnisha English-Amamoo of TJE Communications;
*Don The Idea Guy; and
*Brett Johnson, My Podcast Guy™ from Circle 270 Media™ Podcast Consultants.