Novice to Noteworthy | Podcast Strategy for Entrepreneurs

11. Optimize Your YouTube Channel to Grow Your Podcast | Playlists, Tags, YouTube Podcasts, and More!

Having a presence on YouTube has been a game changer for my clients and their podcast growth, but there are some optimization tips that will bring more impactful growth with less effort. In this episode, I share tips you can implement this week to grow your podcast. If you want to put the fuel back in your podcast fire with fresh branding, a full audit of your analytics and content, and a clear growth strategy, you need a Media Makeover! https://novicestudiosclt.com/mediamakeover [https://novicestudiosclt.com/mediamakeover] Keep the party going! * Download our free Podcast Launch Checklist [https://relentless-inventor-7477.ck.page/b20593cc24] * Sign up for the Novice Notes email newsletter [https://relentless-inventor-7477.ck.page/420e9bcc95] * Book a Discovery Call with Kristen [https://novicestudiosclt.com/book-a-discovery-call] Resources mentioned: * Create a Podcast in YouTube Studio [https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/12751636?hl=en] Some key takeaways from this episode include: * If you’re not already posting video versions of your podcast on YouTube, make that your first step. A graphic or animation over the audio of your episode is a good start, but it’s not going to bring much growth over time. * Organize your videos into playlists according to your content themes. Make the titles of the playlists searchable, and organize the playlists on your channel landing page.  * Make sure you’re keeping your channel keywords, summary, and links up to date. Not only does this help with search, it also makes sure your viewers know if your content is a good fit for them as quickly as possible. Hosted by Kristen Stegall, CEO of Novice Studios, Novice to Noteworthy is a podcast strategy resource for business owners! On this show, we cover all the tips and tricks you need to launch and grow your podcast, plus honest conversations about running a business and the ever-changing content marketing landscape. Novice Studios is a podcast production company specializing in video podcasts, and we offer packages to launch, revamp, and maintain your show on an ongoing basis. Connect with Novice Studios:  * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/novicestudiosclt/] * LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/novicestudios/] * YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmMPXxLWwt3MEQK2x7BLlXg] * Website [http://www.novicestudiosclt.com]

10. The Art of the 5-Minute Podcast | What It Takes to Produce a Short & Sweet Show with Janna Carlson

Producing a long podcast episode can feel super overwhelming, but there’s very specific preparation you need to do for a 5-minute podcast episode as well. In this episode, my friend Janna Carlson of Studio Rocket Web Design, joins us to share her experience of quitting social media, producing a 5-minute podcast to nurture prospective clients,  and her experience as a digital nomad. Janna and her husband, Jeremy, run the company together. They’re currently living abroad as digital nomads in Portugal! Connect with Janna! * Studio Rocket Web Design [https://www.studiorocketwebdesign.com/] * The 5-Minute Podcast [https://www.studiorocketwebdesign.com/podcast] * LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/janna-carlson-0413a426b/] Keep the party going! * Download our free Podcast Launch Checklist [https://relentless-inventor-7477.ck.page/b20593cc24] * Sign up for the Novice Notes email newsletter [https://relentless-inventor-7477.ck.page/420e9bcc95] * Book a Discovery Call with Kristen [https://novicestudiosclt.com/book-a-discovery-call] Resources mentioned: * Should You Start a Podcast or YouTube Channel First? [https://youtu.be/bUi60YarqTw] Some key takeaways from this episode include: * Podcasts are a game changer for connecting with potential clients or audience members who are brand new to who you are and what you do. Regardless of the length of your podcast, keep connection at the forefront. * Planning, recording, and editing a 45-minute podcast is really overwhelming for a lot of people, but a 5-minute podcast is way more accessible. Shorter episodes make it way easier to be consistent. * For Janna, taking a step back from social media gave her a bigger sense of calm, improved her mental health, and left space for her to do more mindful activities. For what it’s worth, leaving social media actually improved her podcast downloads instead of hurting them! Hosted by Kristen Stegall, CEO of Novice Studios, Novice to Noteworthy is a podcast strategy resource for business owners! On this show, we cover all the tips and tricks you need to launch and grow your podcast, plus honest conversations about running a business and the ever-changing content marketing landscape. Novice Studios is a podcast production company specializing in video podcasts, and we offer packages to launch, revamp, and maintain your show on an ongoing basis. Connect with Novice Studios:  * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/novicestudiosclt/] * LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/novicestudios/] * YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmMPXxLWwt3MEQK2x7BLlXg] * Website [http://www.novicestudiosclt.com]

9. Lessons Learned From Hitting 100 Episodes… Five Times

We’ve had four clients hit the 100 episode milestone in the last six months, five clients hit it total (one was in March 2022), and our 6th client will hit it by Q2 in 2024. Of those five clients, only two have worked with us starting from their launch, so I wanted to share the different paths they’ve taken to get there to encourage you! If you dream of having a podcast library in the triple digits, this episode is for you! Learn more and apply for our Podcast Launch packages [https://novicestudiosclt.com/podcast-launch] (Psst… podcast listeners get 10% off through Nov. 30th)  Keep the party going! * Download our free Podcast Launch Checklist [https://relentless-inventor-7477.ck.page/b20593cc24] * Sign up for the Novice Notes email newsletter [https://relentless-inventor-7477.ck.page/420e9bcc95] * Book a Discovery Call with Kristen [https://novicestudiosclt.com/book-a-discovery-call] Some key takeaways include: * The first thing that all these podcasts have in common is that they started. You cannot get to 10 episodes, 50 episodes, 100, 200+, if you never even have one episode. * There is no shame in changing how often you upload or what day you upload. Will it affect your numbers? Yes, but adapting your show to help you keep going is way more important than a temporary dip in downloads. * If you don’t vibe with your producer, or you don’t have the time and energy to do your own thing, you won’t make it to those triple digits. Hire a knowledgeable team that you enjoy working with! Hosted by Kristen Stegall, CEO of Novice Studios, Novice to Noteworthy is a podcast strategy resource for business owners! On this show, we cover all the tips and tricks you need to launch and grow your podcast, plus honest conversations about running a business and the ever-changing content marketing landscape. Novice Studios is a podcast production company specializing in video podcasts, and we offer packages to launch, revamp, and maintain your show on an ongoing basis. Connect with Novice Studios:  * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/novicestudiosclt/] * LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/novicestudios/] * YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmMPXxLWwt3MEQK2x7BLlXg] * Website [http://www.novicestudiosclt.com]

8. The Overachievers Guide to Knowing When to Quit | Comeback Era Pt. 2

Welcome back to my Comeback Era series, where I’m sharing the behind-the-scenes of my life and business over the last year. One of the biggest parts of healing for me this year has been recognizing when I’m holding onto a goal that’s no longer serving me, so in this episode, I’m sharing how I realized that I tend to hold onto things for too long, and how I’ve been working through what it’s time to let go of. Resources mentioned: * Free Podcast Launch Guide [https://relentless-inventor-7477.ck.page/b20593cc24] * Learn more about our Podcast Launch packages [https://novicestudiosclt.com/podcast-launch] (Psst… podcast listeners get 10% off through Nov. 30th)  * Watch to Part 1: [https://youtu.be/pD9ot6KrRlc] Behind the Scenes of the Hardest Year of My Life Keep the party going! * Download our free Podcast Launch Checklist [https://relentless-inventor-7477.ck.page/b20593cc24] * Sign up for the Novice Notes email newsletter [https://relentless-inventor-7477.ck.page/420e9bcc95] * Book a Discovery Call with Kristen [https://novicestudiosclt.com/book-a-discovery-call] Some key takeaways from this episode include: * Where is comparison or perfectionism causing you to hold onto goals or visions that don’t actually align with your heart? Our idea of a “perfect” mom or business owner is aspirational, but you’re not a failure if you don’t fit that mold perfectly. * Is your identity too closely tied to your success in a certain aspect of your life? Instead of your business being your “baby,” can you separate yourself from it in a healthier way? * In a hard season, it’s so easy to get caught up in a “why me?” victim mentality. Let yourself wallow for a bit, and then, refocus your attention to what you can actually control. Hosted by Kristen Stegall, CEO of Novice Studios, Novice to Noteworthy is a podcast strategy resource for business owners! On this show, we cover all the tips and tricks you need to launch and grow your podcast, plus honest conversations about running a business and the ever-changing content marketing landscape. Novice Studios is a podcast production company specializing in video podcasts, and we offer packages to launch, revamp, and maintain your show on an ongoing basis. Connect with Novice Studios:  * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/novicestudiosclt/] * LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/novicestudios/] * YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmMPXxLWwt3MEQK2x7BLlXg] * Website [http://www.novicestudiosclt.com]

7. What You Need to Launch Your Podcast In 2024 (Or Before The New Year!)

We are in the last quarter of the year, so if you had a goal this year to launch a podcast, we are in the home stretch to accomplish that. You might also be looking forward to Q1 2024 for your podcast launch. Either way, in this episode, I’m sharing all the things you need to launch a podcast in the next six months, and some ways we can support you with that goal!  Resources mentioned: * Free Podcast Launch Guide [https://relentless-inventor-7477.ck.page/b20593cc24] * Learn more about our Podcast Launch packages [https://novicestudiosclt.com/podcast-launch] (Psst… podcast listeners get 10% off through Nov. 30th)  * Listen to Episode 1: [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/novice-to-noteworthy-podcast-strategy-for-entrepreneurs/id1670219851] Don’t Launch a Podcast Without These 4 Things Keep the party going! * Download our free Podcast Launch Checklist [https://relentless-inventor-7477.ck.page/b20593cc24] * Sign up for the Novice Notes email newsletter [https://relentless-inventor-7477.ck.page/420e9bcc95] * Book a Discovery Call with Kristen [https://novicestudiosclt.com/book-a-discovery-call] Some key takeaways from this episode include: * What are the three words you want people to use to describe your podcast? These will inform everything from the topics you cover, to the music you choose, to how you deliver your content from a production standpoint. * You need a content strategy! Decide the length and frequency of your podcast, where and how you’ll promote your episodes, and where the content from your show can be repurposed for maximum exposure. * Launch with three episodes. That might sound overwhelming, but it gives your audience the ability to binge your content from the jump, which maximizes your total launch downloads, and lets them preview the different formats or episode types they’ll hear on the show. Hosted by Kristen Stegall, CEO of Novice Studios, Novice to Noteworthy is a podcast strategy resource for business owners! On this show, we cover all the tips and tricks you need to launch and grow your podcast, plus honest conversations about running a business and the ever-changing content marketing landscape. Novice Studios is a podcast production company specializing in video podcasts, and we offer packages to launch, revamp, and maintain your show on an ongoing basis. Connect with Novice Studios:  * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/novicestudiosclt/] * LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/novicestudios/] * YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmMPXxLWwt3MEQK2x7BLlXg] * Website [http://www.novicestudiosclt.com]