8 Tips for a Sustainable Podcast
Are you worried about not just starting a podcast, but keeping it going? I dig into essential strategies for sustaining your podcasting journey, emphasizing the importance of knowing your "why." I share personal stories and actionable tips to help you identify your passion and maintain motivation.
From brainstorming episode ideas to understanding the time commitment, I encourage you to start small and seek feedback. I also discuss the significance of focusing on the aspects of podcasting you love, ensuring the process remains enjoyable and fulfilling.
Takeaways:
- Understanding your 'why' is crucial for sustaining your podcast long-term and keeping you motivated.
- Creating at least 10 episode ideas can help you maintain content flow and avoid burnout.
- Start simple to avoid overwhelming yourself with complex setups and equipment.
- Seek feedback from non-family members to ensure your content resonates with your target audience.
- Recording practice episodes can help you gauge time investment and refine your skills before launching publicly.
- Remember, not every podcast needs to last forever; it's okay to stop when your message is delivered.
Links referenced in this episode:
- schoolofpodcasting.com
- schoolofpodcasting.com/survey25
- buzzsprout.com/stats
- Shure MV7i
- Shure Move Mic Lavaliers
- Rode Podmic USB
- sweetwater.com
- bhphotovideo.com
- podpage.com
- Dealcasters
- Castahead
- Babel Language Learning.
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Live Appearances
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I Want Your Opinion
I am doing an audience survey and I want your input to help me make this show exactly what you want. If you have a few minutes, I have a quick survey at www.schoolofpodcasting.com/survey25
Question of the Month Jne 2025
We hear how great Spotify is, but is it? Let's find out. Go into your media host and see what percentage of your total downloads came from Spotify. We don't need the number of downloads, just the percentage. I need your answer by 6/27/25. Don't forget to tell us a little bit about your show, and your website address.