Podcasting Made Simple
284 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 18 hours ago - ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsPodcasting Made Simple is the premier podcast about podcasting! We’re here to help podcast guests and podcast hosts reach more listeners and grow their income so they can change more lives! Join Alex Sanfilippo and other podcasting industry experts as they share how you can level up on either side of the mic! (Show notes and resources: https://PodMatch.com/episodes)
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Getting Your Podcast on the Apple Top Charts | Adam Adams
June 14, 2022 10:00 - 19 minutes - 13.5 MBGetting on the top charts affects your influence and your bottom line. Adam will share how he's seen dozens of shows literally get ranked in the top charts by following these 5 simple steps, and give you the formula you need to use to grow your audience today. Algorithms either work against you or, if you're smart, they can work FOR you. Triggering the podcast algorithms can actually give you the listenership and visibility you need to leave your legacy and monetize your show. Adam will shar...
Speaking in Soundbites | Michelle Prince
June 07, 2022 10:00 - 12 minutes - 8.87 MBWhen you use soundbites and they are executed correctly, they differentiate you as a podcast guest and powerfully improve the interview so listeners are engaged, the host is impressed and your content can easily be repurposed and referred to. Soundbites make you sound professional and help you clearly define your message so that you speak to your target audience, gain popularity in podcasting, and have growth in your business. Listen to Michelle Prince as she discusses the importance of soun...
How to Differentiate Your Podcast | Jeremy Enns
May 31, 2022 10:00 - 22 minutes - 15.2 MBMost podcasters would like to see a financial return for the countless hours of effort they pour into their shows. And yet few ever manage to do so. Sometimes, the problem is that their shows aren't that good. And yet, more often than not, even fantastic shows struggle to grow and monetize effectively. So what gives? The problem is that most podcasters don't understand the role their podcast is best suited to play in their marketing system and, as a result, are stuck trying to jam a square p...
Why Hosts Reject Most Podcast Guests | Tonya Eberhart & Michael Carr
May 24, 2022 10:00 - 16 minutes - 11.3 MBNo one likes rejection. Yet, many podcast guests are being rejected every day. In this episode, Tonya and Michael from BrandFace reveal 6 common reasons you may be getting rejected, and exactly what it will take to fix those issues and get to the top of the guestlist for your most sought-after podcast appearances. MORE: https://PodPros.com/176
Selling High Ticket Offers Via Podcast Guesting | Claudia Garbutt
May 17, 2022 10:00 - 17 minutes - 12.1 MBIn this episode, Claudia Garbutt explains how to use your podcast as a strategic tool for growing your business by going from the best-kept secret to the go-to expert in your industry. You'll learn how to use your podcast to create instant authority, increased visibility, and a continuous supply of qualified leads! MORE: https://PodPros.com/175
Finding And Sharing Your Authentic Message | Jesse Cole
May 10, 2022 10:00 - 10 minutes - 7.38 MBIn this episode, you'll learn Jesse Cole's 5 part framework that explains how to be a "Relatable Authority," along with the significance of being bold and authentic in your messaging and creating a memorable conversation. Ultimately, you'll discover how to cultivate an engaging podcasting environment for you and your guests that your audience will love! MORE: https://PodPros.com/174
What's Happening in The Podcasting Industry | Travis Albritton
May 03, 2022 10:00 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MBIn this State of Podcasting address, podcasting industry expert and legend, Travis Albritton (From Buzzsprout), shares his insights into where the industry has come from, what's happening today, and where it's heading in the future. In addition, Travis shares some great upcoming resources and tools to simplify the entire podcasting process! MORE: https://PodPros.com/173
5 Reasons Why Podcasts Fail | Alex Sanfilippo
April 26, 2022 10:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MBThere are 2.5 million podcasts. However, only 426k are active. That means only 17% of podcasts are active, and here's the scary part, out of that 17%, only 10% will still be podcasting in 365 days from now. In this talk, Alex Sanfilippo shares the 5 main reasons that podcasts fail and how you can position yourself to be part of the 10% year over year that not only survive but also thrive in the podcasting world! More: https://PodPros.com/172
Skipping The Line in Podcasting | James Altucher
April 19, 2022 10:00 - 28 minutes - 19.7 MBJames Altucher shares stories from his inspiring up and down journey in life and business and how he's leveraged these experiences to lead him to where he is today. In this keynote talk, James shares how you can skip the line in podcasting (on either side of the mic) through the use of unique ideas and constant reinvention of yourself. This is how James grew his podcast to be one of the largest in the world. Whether you're a podcast host or podcast guest, this talk will inspire and motivate ...
How to "Wow" Podcast Listeners | Yuval Selik
April 12, 2022 10:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MBYuval Selik, the host of The 7 Hats Podcast, shares his methods for finding interesting and relevant guests. Additionally, he talks about researching those guests to produce engaging questions and interviewing tactics to keep the flow of the podcast exciting and less robotic, so your listeners stay engaged. If you're looking to "Wow" your listeners, this session is for you! More: https://PodPros.com/170
How to Decide Which Podcasts to Be a Guest On | Angela Mulrooney
April 05, 2022 10:00 - 13 minutes - 9.18 MBIf everything you built in your career burned to the ground, would you be relieved or distraught? If you are relieved to start again, you’re probably not doing what you are meant to do with your life. Join this session as Angela Mulrooney explains that those who create inspiring content are the ones who are passionate about how they change the world with what they know. To be your best self as a podcast host, podcast guest, or professional, what must you burn down that you do good so that yo...
Hiring a Virtual Assistant to Help With Your Podcast | Mark Savant
March 29, 2022 10:00 - 19 minutes - 13.5 MBHiring a virtual assistant to help with your podcast production can simplify your podcasting experience and make it more fun! Many podcasters "podfade" because they're overwhelmed by the production that goes into releasing podcast episodes. A virtual assistant (VA) will help you schedule, edit, post, and even engage with your podcast's audience on social media. A VA can finally make podcasting less exhausting for you so you can focus more on what matters most, the quality of the content. Joi...
Crafting the Perfect Podcast Guest Video Pitch | Josh Cary
March 22, 2022 10:00 - 15 minutes - 11 MBPodcast guest video pitching is a surefire way to get booked on podcasts as a guest. But sending a video pitch to a podcast host is a delicate practice. Join as Josh Cary shares his life-long discovery of the 11 aspects of successful entrepreneurship through all industries and how he has packaged them up for you to use to pitch any podcast show host brilliantly. The 11P's of the Perfect Podcast Video Pitch gives you practical, tangible steps you can take to wow an audience of any size - even...
Getting a Unique Story From Your Guests | Christina Barsi
March 15, 2022 10:00 - 19 minutes - 13.3 MBHow do you get your guest to share their topic from a new perspective than podcasts they’ve appeared on previously? The key is to offer structure and guidance before you even press record. But the process doesn’t start there. Way before you get into conversation with your guest, you’ve got to get into conversation with yourself. In this session, Christina Barsi explains the three critical components that will drive the guiding framework that creates unique, authentic, and successful intervie...
Selling Books Through Podcast Guesting | Jonathan Milligan
March 08, 2022 11:00 - 16 minutes - 11.7 MBWhat marketing trends are working today for authors? In this session, Jonathan Milligan shares five steps to selling more books through podcast guesting. You'll discover: Why you should create a free book funnel. How Jonathan earns $165.00 for every free book he gives away on podcasts. Why a "buyer" list is more important than an email list. If you're an author (or future author), this session explains how to sell more books through podcasting! More: https://PodPros.com/165
Turning Your Podcast Into A Cash Machine | Josh Tapp
March 01, 2022 11:00 - 26 minutes - 18.1 MBThe first question every podcast host asks themselves after recording their first episodes is, "How on earth do I make money with my podcast?" All the podcasting "Gurus" shout saying, "You need to find a sponsor for your show!" But you are left wondering if that is the right solution for your podcast. (Hint: It's probably not!) In this session, Josh Tapp explains how he, a small-town Idaho boy, turned his failing podcast into an Apple top-25 podcast in under six months. Additionally, Josh sh...
Crafting the Perfect Podcast Pitch | Ashley Graham
February 22, 2022 11:00 - 11 minutes - 8.04 MBWhen reaching out to a podcast host to be the ideal guest on their show, your pitch is what makes the first impression, especially if you are connecting with a host for the first time. A media or podcast pitch is a short, to-the-point email or message that tells the podcast host why they should book you as a guest on their show, the value you bring to the conversation, and how you plan to impact their audience. Each pitch must be tailored uniquely to the show you are pitching. In this presen...
How to Grow Your Podcast Audience | Justin Schenck
February 15, 2022 11:00 - 12 minutes - 8.9 MBEvery podcast host is looking to grow their audience. In this talk, Justin Schenck shares five (free) things podcasters can do right now to ensure their show's continual growth. These strategies that Justin shares have worked for countless podcast hosts who have seen 2x, 3x, and even 10x audience growth after implementation. The best part? These simple and effective ways to grow your podcast don't require you to spend money on advertising! More: https://PodPros.com/162
Deciding What Stories To Tell On Podcasts | Sean Tyler Foley
February 08, 2022 11:00 - 15 minutes - 10.6 MBLearn from Sean Tyler Foley, a former child actor and stuntman who thought his story was boring and didn't even have a story to tell, how to find, craft, and tell a compelling story that will engage and captivate any audience. Sean explains an actionable exercise you can do to discover five critical stories from your past that can be used to engage any audience. (The thing you're afraid to say is what your audience needs to hear.) Additionally, Sean will share how to perfectly tailor your fi...
The Future of Podcasting | Chris Krimitsos
February 01, 2022 11:00 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MBWhat's going on in the podcasting industry? Podcasting has been around since 2004. However, it is still in its infancy in many ways; but that's about to change! Listen in as two podcasting veterans discuss the history of podcasting, the current state of podcasting, and the future of podcasting. In this conversation, you'll hear from the founder of the popular podcast conference, Podfest Multimedia Expo, Chris Krimitsos, and Alex Sanfilippo, founder of PodMatch, PodcastSOP, and host of the to...
The Key To Succeeding In Podcasting | Alex Sanfilippo
January 25, 2022 11:00 - 10 minutes - 7.36 MBStarting with why is vital for any business, and the business of podcasting is no exception. Remembering the people who will ultimately listen to our interviews is key to succeeding in podcasting! As podcast guests and hosts, we serve our listeners, and remembering why we've decided to serve our specific niche, is paramount to succeeding in podcasting on either side of the mic. Join us as Alex Sanfilippo reminds us all why we podcast. MORE: https://PodPros.com/159
The Secret to Making Your Life Better with Alex Sanfilippo
January 11, 2022 11:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MBDo you ever feel like no matter how hard you try to make your life and work better, you never seem to be able to move the needle? You’re not alone in feeling this way; this was me for a long time. Year after year, I had little to no progress. But I figured out the secret to making your life better. In this final part of the 4 part solo episode series we’re in, I’m going to explain what finally led me to experience breakthroughs in my life at a more rapid rate than ever before. Additionally, ...
Daily Habits That Drive Goal Achievement with Alex Sanfilippo
January 04, 2022 11:00 - 42 minutes - 29 MBAre you someone who sets New Year's Resolutions or has goals they'd like to achieve throughout the year? Most of us would answer "Yes" to this question. However, if I were to ask you how often you actually reach the resolutions and goals you set, most would regrettably admit that it's rare that they achieve the goals set. Having and achieving goals are two very different things. In today's episode, which is part 3 of the 4-part solo episode series we're in, I will talk about how to develop d...
Evening Routines That Promote Good Sleep with Alex Sanfilippo
December 28, 2021 11:00 - 23 minutes - 16 MBDo you have a consistent evening routine that promotes good sleep patterns in your life? Most entrepreneurs that I talk to about this do not. In fact, most sacrifice any form of routine in the evening to get extra work done or to veg out in front of the TV. In this episode, part 2 of the 4-part solo series I’m doing, I dive into the importance of creating a consistent and meaningful evening routine for yourself and how it can ultimately lead you to a better morning and more productive, energ...
How to Create An Ideal Morning Routine with Alex Sanfilippo
December 21, 2021 11:00 - 32 minutes - 22.1 MBDo you have a consistent morning routine that is meaningful and sets your entire day up for a win? Creating an ideal morning routine for yourself can be the very thing that propels you into new levels of success in life and business. One of the most common questions I’ve received recently from listeners, and people I’m in business with, is about how I manage my day. Because of this, I’ve decided to share with you a 4-part solo episode series explaining my morning routine, evening routine, my...
15 Steps for Starting a Business in the Best Possible Way with Alex Sanfilippo
December 14, 2021 11:00 - 30 minutes - 21.3 MBSince launching this podcast and creating two software businesses, I’ve had the opportunity to learn a lot about entrepreneurship and starting successful businesses from some of the most brilliant minds: and I’m beyond thankful for the opportunity. Today, I am excited to bring you another solo episode of the podcast, which contains what I’ve learned about the best way to start a business. We’ll cover 15 steps that I’ve identified as the process for building a bootstrapped business in the bes...
Going From Entrepreneur to Intrapreneur with RJ Grimshaw
December 09, 2021 11:00 - 3 minutes - 2.24 MBRJ Grimshaw turns the thought process upside down! He says to forget entrepreneurship; the cool kids are Intrapreneurs! Intrapreneurs make the dreams happen for organizations and typically rise to the top. Every business needs this type of employee - And perhaps it's you? (This is a great alternative to entrepreneurship if you decide it's just not quite right for you) MORE: https://CreatingaBrand.com/153
How to Know if You’re Actually an Entrepreneur with Gino Wickman
December 07, 2021 11:00 - 36 minutes - 25.1 MBDo you know if you have what it takes to become a successful entrepreneur? For many of us, figuring this out has had to be an act of trial and error with some pain involved. But today’s guest takes a different approach. In this episode, I am talking with Gino Wickman; Gino is the creator of the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) and is the author of the best-selling book, Traction. Today we’re talking through Gino’s book Entrepreneurial Leap, which he wrote specifically to help aspiring ...
Creating an Unforgettable Life and Business with Terry Begue
December 02, 2021 11:00 - 4 minutes - 3.24 MBHave you succeeded in business? Have you excelled in life? Do you know the year your life changed for the better? How about the month, or the day... How about the moment? Terry Begue tells the story of how his life radically changed for the better because of 3 little words from his wife. These 3 little words ultimately sent Terry on a journey that has created an unforgettable life and business for him and his family. MORE: https://CreatingaBrand.com/151
How to Motivate Yourself to Get Your Work Done with Daniel Pink
November 30, 2021 11:00 - 34 minutes - 23.8 MBDo you consider yourself to be a self-disciplined person regarding your work schedule? Are you the first person up in the morning to begin your workday, or are you the last one to roll out of bed? Have you determined ideal times of day to perform specific tasks and parts of your job? Today I am joined by Daniel Pink. Throughout this episode, Daniel will provide the answer to these questions and more – all-around designing your ideal day so that you can maximize your motivation, productivity,...
Leveraging Past Professional Experiences with Rai Cornell
November 25, 2021 11:00 - 7 minutes - 4.92 MBOftentimes, early in life, we're encouraged to go down career paths that aren't truly of our own choosing. Then, by the time we realize that we're miserable and stuck because of those prescribed career paths, we wonder how we'll make the leap into something completely different. If you're wondering what sort of business you should launch and how to leverage your past experience so that you're not starting from scratch, listen in to this episode with Rai Hyde Cornell! MORE: https://Creatinga...
4 Small Health Habits That Will Make Your Life Better with MaryRuth Ghiyam
November 23, 2021 11:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MBAre you devoted to maintaining and improving your physical health through nutrition and exercise? If you’re like many entrepreneurs, we’ve allowed our physical health to take a backseat. And although from a time-management standpoint, it makes sense to focus more on our businesses and less on our health, what’s actually happening is we’re hindering our ability to perform at an optimal level. In today’s episode, I am bringing on MaryRuth Ghiyam to talk about four small health habits that will...
Success Is Just Outside Your Comfort Zone with Tim Fitzpatrick
November 18, 2021 11:00 - 5 minutes - 3.57 MBGetting outside our comfort zones is scary, but necessary if we are to be successful. This is Tim Fitzpatrick's story of a time he went way outside his comfort zone, what it was like, and how he grew from the experience. The more you get outside your comfort zone, the more it expands. MORE: https://CreatingaBrand.com/147
How to Change Your Habits to Improve Your Life with Charles Duhigg
November 16, 2021 11:00 - 27 minutes - 19 MBDo you feel in control of your habits, or do your habits seem to control you? Most of us would agree that we feel we’re on autopilot following our habits most of the time, which makes sense, but if you are an entrepreneur who wants to change parts of your life for the better, there is a way that you can intentionally change your habits. In today’s episode, I am joined by Charles Duhigg. He is the best-selling author of the book titled The Power of Habit: Why We Do What We Do in Life and Busi...
The Power of Your Story with Michelle Prince
November 11, 2021 11:00 - 4 minutes - 3.41 MBYou have a story and your story matters! If you want to make a difference and build your platform, then you must tell your story. Michelle Prince, Founder & CEO of PerformancePublishingGroup.com, explains how you can make this happen. MORE: https://CreatingaBrand.com/145
How to Build Core Values That Lead to Limitless Scale with Darius Mirshahzadeh
November 09, 2021 11:00 - 32 minutes - 22.1 MBIf I were to ask you what your business's (or personal) core values are, would you be able to resight them to me? As it turns out, only half of the founders are able to resight their own business’s core values. Today’s guest is Darius Mirshahzadeh. He is the author of The Core Value Equation, which explains how to build a core-value-driven business positioned for limitless scale. Darius is ranked #9 on Glassdoor’s list of top CEOs, and one of his businesses has been named the “#3 best place ...
What a Near-Death Experience Taught Me About Quitting with Claudia Garbutt
November 04, 2021 10:00 - 4 minutes - 3.45 MBListen to this Success Story episode where Claudia Garbutt talks about how almost dying helped her to realize the big gap between outer success and achievement on the one side and inner peace, happiness & fulfillment on the other side, that so many overachievers fall into. MORE: https://creatingabrand.com/143
How to Improve Yourself and Drive Results with Dave Anderson
November 02, 2021 10:00 - 35 minutes - 24.6 MBDo you consider yourself to be an entrepreneur with killer instinct and mental toughness? Most of us would not describe ourselves this way but today’s guest says that these two elements, accompanied with a compelling ‘why,’ is what it takes to develop an intentional mindset and succeed in life and business. In this episode, I am talking with Dave Anderson. Dave is the CEO of LearnToLead and the author of 15 books! Today we’ll be talking through Dave’s book titled Intentional Mindset. In this...
The Power of Giving Yourself No Choice with Jamie Silva
October 28, 2021 10:00 - 3 minutes - 2.66 MBIn this Success Story episode, Jamie Silva explains from a personal experience why and how putting yourself into positions where you have no choice can end up being exactly what you need to succeed and bring yourself into the next positive season of your life and work. MORE: https://creatingabrand.com/131
How to Have a Better Life without Doing More Work with Alex Sanfilippo
October 26, 2021 10:00 - 22 minutes - 15.8 MBWhen you think about excelling in life and business, does your mind automatically drift toward needing to do more work? For most people, they think to get more out of life and business, it requires more from you – But the opposite is, in fact, true. You get more out of life and business by doing less, not more. In today’s episode, I am bringing you another solo episode of the podcast to discuss how to excel both in your personal and professional life without doing more work. Instead, I share...
How to Use Humor as a Strategic Marketing Tool with Jason Voiovich
October 21, 2021 10:00 - 5 minutes - 3.71 MBIn this episode, we learn how to use humor from a legendary leader - none other than Abraham Lincoln. Why is that so important for today's leaders? A Robert Half International survey found that 91% of executives believe a sense of humor is important for career advancement, while 84% feel that people with a good sense of humor do a better job. Another study by Bell Leadership Institute found that the two most desirable traits in leaders were a strong work ethic and a good sense of humor. Want...
How to Take the Lead and Play Bigger with Liz Wiseman
October 19, 2021 10:00 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MBWhen you think about your current and prior work performance, would you consider yourself to be a key player in the organization? If you’re working for yourself in a startup and you’re the only player, ask yourself the question this way, would you hire someone with your same work ethic? In today’s episode, I am bringing on Liz Wiseman. Liz is the CEO of the Wiseman Group and the best-selling author of multiple books, including the book we’ll talk about in this episode titled Impact Players. ...
How To Turn Your Learning Into Results with Brandon Hakim
October 14, 2021 10:00 - 3 minutes - 2.44 MBAt 22 years old, Brandon Hakim learned the most important lesson of his life. He needed to fire someone and didn't know-how. He read a book, used what it said, and got the person to quit and thank him for the opportunity. Here's what he learned from the experience (and you can too!) MORE: https://CreatingaBrand.com/137
Making the Most of Every Minute in a Day with Tim Timberlake
October 12, 2021 10:00 - 27 minutes - 18.6 MBIf I were to ask you about how you spend and steward your day, would you say that you’re making the most of every minute of it? Most of us would admit to not spending every minute of our day the way we should. I’ve often been guilty of spending many hours of my day in wrong mindsets and being wasteful with the time I have, and I know I’m not alone. Today I am bringing on my pastor, Tim Timberlake. Tim is the lead pastor of Celebration Church in Jacksonville, Florida, and is the author of the...
Transform Your Businesses Pains Into Gains with Pete Mohr
October 07, 2021 10:00 - 5 minutes - 3.64 MBIn this episode, Pete Mohr, owner of Simplifying Entrepreneurship and creator of the Simplifying Entrepreneurship podcast, outlines what it means to have a turnkey business. Running a business shouldn't be a mystery, and Pete outlines his story of what it was like to be overworked and overwhelmed before putting in the frameworks that enabled him to work more on his business than in it. He shares a simple tool called "The Pain and the Gain" that you'll be able to use to understand better what...
How to Build Habit-Forming Products with Nir Eyal
October 05, 2021 10:00 - 45 minutes - 31.6 MBIs the product or service that you offer habit-forming? When people use what your company offers, do they get hooked and continuously come back for more? If this isn’t something you’ve thought about, you may be missing out on a huge opportunity to earn more business. To cover the topic of building habit-forming products, I am bringing back a previous guest, Nir Eyal. Nir is the author of multiple bestselling books, including Indistractable (which we talked about back on episode 52 and is one...
Motorcycle Accident to Powerful Leadership Framework with Kyle Gillette
September 30, 2021 10:00 - 4 minutes - 3.34 MBIn 2015, Kyle Gillette experienced a terrible motorcycle crash that helped him to realize that he had a deeper and bigger purpose in his life. From this experience and his time leading the "unleadable" in a men's mentoring program, Kyle discovered a passion for helping people with their mindsets and habits. Fast forward to 2018, and Kyle created the SAGE Mindset Framework that has helped 100s of leaders have more confidence, clarity and add new clients. MORE: https://creatingabrand.com/133
How to Figure Out If Your Business is a Good Idea with Rob Fitzpatrick
September 28, 2021 10:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MBWhen you have an idea for a business, product, or service, do you ask good questions for your potential customers? Most of us ask the wrong questions completely. Today’s guest is Rob Fitzpatrick; he is the founder of Write Useful Books, an online community and software that helps aspiring authors get their books done. He is also the author of the book titled, The Mom Test. In this episode, Rob teaches us how to ask questions so good, that your mom couldn’t even lie to you by giving you answe...
From Prison to Powerhouse by Burning the Ships with Zach Babcock
September 23, 2021 10:00 - 5 minutes - 3.57 MBFrom over 5 years in prison to becoming a successful entrepreneur and podcast powerhouse, Zach Babcock shares the decision and level of commitment it took to finally break through in business. MORE: https://creatingabrand.com/131
The Secret to Marketing That Doesn't Get Ignored with Mike Michalowicz
September 21, 2021 10:00 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MBHow do you describe your marketing strategy? Most of us, myself included, often just follow the standards set by the industry we’re in. But today’s guest tells us how and why we need to be different with our marketing if we want to stand out. I’m bringing a prior guest back on the show; his name is Mike Michalowicz! Mike is the bestselling author of many books including, Profit First and Fix This Next, which we talked about last time he was on the show. Today we’re talking through points fr...