Insider Secrets to a Top 100 Podcast with Courtney Elmer | Podcasting Strategies for Growing a Podcast That Converts
Named the best podcast on podcasting, this isn’t another “share great content and stay consistent” show doling out generic podcasting advice. We’re breaking down 15,000+ hours of study into what today's top hosts do differently to create bingeworthy podcasts that convert.
Hosted by Forbes and Rolling Stone–featured podcasting psychology expert, Webby Awards judge, and PodLaunch® founder Courtney Elmer, you’ll get the podcasting tools and strategies other shows won’t dare to share (backed by 70+ Top 100 podcast launches).
Expect unfiltered coaching, behind-the-scenes breakdowns, and “why didn’t anyone tell me this sooner?!” podcasting advice to help you master growing a podcast your future listeners can’t stop bingeing (and buying from).
When you’re ready to break out of less-than-200-download-per-episode jail and stop settling for downloads that don’t reflect your effort...
Or if you want a podcast launch strategy that positions you as the authority in your category and drives revenue...
Welcome to the podcast that’s about to change the game for you. Hit follow and let’s dive in.
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Popular Episode Topics Include: Podcast Messaging, Podcasting Psychology, Podcast Marketing, Creating Bingeworthy Podcast Content, Listener Engagement Strategies, Podcasting Mistakes to Avoid, Podcasting Tools, Podcasting Trends, Growing a Podcast, How to Monetize Your Podcast, Podcast Listener Conversion, Video Podcasting, Ranking Your Podcast in the Top 100, How to Start a Podcast, Podcast Launch Strategy
Insider Secrets to a Top 100 Podcast with Courtney Elmer | Podcasting Strategies for Growing a Podcast That Converts
Avoid This Trap at All Costs If You Want to Monetize Your Podcast | Danielle Hayden
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Publishing consistently is one thing. Growing a podcast that pays you back is another. If you're done publishing episodes for free and you think it’d be great to finally get paid for your hard work, this one's for you.
Danielle Hayden is a reformed corporate CFO, founder of Kickstart Accounting and host of Business by the Books. She's here to break down why most podcasters never reach profitability, what your podcast spending habits reveal about you, and what needs to change if you want your podcast to drive revenue, not just downloads. If you're ready to learn the surprising first step to monetize your podcast, hit play and let's dive in.
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1:05 – Why Most Podcasters Hesitate to Invest in Their Shows (and Stay Unprofitable Because of It)
2:27 – How Ego, Fear, and Old Money Stories Shape Your Podcast Decisions
7:56 – How High-Earning Podcasters Decide Where to Spend First
10:18 – Why ROI Isn’t the Only Way Your Podcast Pays You Back
11:49 – How to Run Your Podcast Like a Business When It’s Not Making Money Yet
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Episode Links:
- Meet Danielle Hayden: Website | LinkedIn
- Listen to Danielle’s podcast: Business By the Books
- Buy Back Your Time by Dan Martell 📘
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