Episodes

Many aspiring podcasters jump into the game with dreams of monetizing through advertising. But, oh boy, they may want to sit down for this one. The conversation dives deep into the reality of podcast sponsorships and the ever-evolving landscape of listener numbers. Dave Jackson brings in insights from Rob Walsh and Dan Granger, revealing that the golden number for downloads keeps climbing. Gone are the days when 5,000 downloads would get you a seat at the table; now, advertisers are eyeing...

Are you thinking of selling products? You should (it is the best way to profit from your podcast). But hosting platforms can be expensive until now. Now you can test your product for proof of concept.

I am thrilled to release our latest episode featuring Jesse Lake, creator of Geniuslink, discussing key strategies for affiliate marketing and maintaining good standing with platforms like Amazon Associates. Whether you are just starting your podcasting journey or looking to enhance your existing content monetization strategies, this episode is filled with crucial insights. Key Takeaways: Understanding Amazon’s Rules: Learn the common pitfalls that could lead to being banned from Amazon As...

Welcome to another exciting episode of Profit From Your Podcast! I'm your host Dave Jackson, and today we're diving deep into affiliate marketing. Affiliate marketing is your answer if you want to generate income from your podcast but don't know where to start (even if you have a smaller audience). In this episode, I share a fantastic tool that takes the headache out of affiliate marketing and provides valuable insights to maximize your earnings. I also reveal my personal experiences with Ama...

In this edition, we're diving into the episode featuring Evans Putman, who managed to attract an astonishing 4.5 million listeners without relying on paid ads. Let's uncover the key takeaways from Evans' journey and how you can apply them to your own podcasting endeavors. Evans Putman shared his experience in building a thriving community group coaching program. He took time to identify his audience and what they needed. He came up with a program that included free tools for his audience, an af...

Chris Stone is an Amazon Influencer and behind-the-scenes expert in managing the technical aspects of content creation. With a background in the music industry, he realized that many creative individuals only wanted to focus on their craft and not worry about the technicalities. This led Chris to transition into the podcasting space, recognizing that podcasters, like musicians, are content creators who often struggle with the technical side of their work. Chris's mission is to assist these indiv...

Years ago, there was a course builder called Member Vault that had a fully functional free plan that enabled you to sell your course. This was a great way to get proof of concept. Once you had people buying your course/community, you could then upgrade to a higher plan (which you could afford). Unfortunately, they turned off their free version. Enter Fresh Learn Recently I discovered Fresh Learn, which has a fully functional free plan. If you need to upgrade, it's only $39/month ($29 if you go f...

On this episode of Profit From Your Podcast, Dave Jackson delves into the topic of monetizing podcasts beyond just sponsorships. Guest Michelle Jackson shares how she started the project Podcasters Getting Paid to address the reluctance of podcasters to spend money on learning how to monetize their shows. Michelle predicts that the industry will change in the next year or two as more people become frustrated with not seeing results. Michelle offers her insights on matching the right product wit...

Podcasting has become a popular way to make money and share your voice with the world. It's no secret that many people have used podcasting as a way to monetize their content and make a living. But creating a successful podcast takes time and dedication, making it difficult for those just starting out to see success quickly. In this article, we will explore if you can realistically make $500 in your first month of podcasting with the right strategies and techniques for monetization. There are a...

Unlocking the Secrets of Podcast Monetization So many webinars are boring, and let's face it you never watch those replays. What is the answer? A laser-focused workshop that helps you take the steps to come up with a strategy for your show. It's happening on December 17th see https://podcasttalentcoach.com/sop You will build your monetization strategy in three hours. The workshop is limited to 12 participants to ensure you get lots of help. The organizer is Erik K Johnson ( the Podcast Talent ...

Volley Introduces Monetization I talk with Josh from Volley back on episode 55 and I mentioned that I wanted Volley to have a business plan. They launched Volley pro (where you get additional features) but for those who do coaching and consulting and want to get PAID, they just launch "Consult with me on Volley" and it is SO EASY. It works with Stripe and so when people pay you Stripe deposits it into your bank. Volley takes 5% of the transition and stripe will add the typical 2.9% etc ...

Mark Des Cotes is a podcaster, graphic designer, and friend (he's the guy behind the School of Podcasting, Ask the Podcast Coach, and Podcast Rodeo artwork. You can find him atl Rings of Power Podcast ringsofpowerpodcast.com Resourceful Designer resourcefuldesigner.com Podcast Branding podcastbranding.co Today you will hear how just changing the angle of your pitch can result in a much better result. Instead of complaining about how expensive it is to be in business, simply point you how you ha...

One of the first ways I made money with my podcast is when a member of the School of Podcasting asked if I knew an editor. Who did I recommend? Me. They just wanted to talk into the microphone and hand it off to someone. That was back in 2005, and things haven't changed. Some people love editing, and other people "just want to talk into the microphone." Back on episode 752 I interview Mark Deal and Steve Stewart from the Podcast Editor Academy which is an amazing resource with tutorials on soft...

We all love customers, but there are some people who are NOT your target audience, and yet we create strategies that cause unrealistic expectations in your customers, or we get a great customer who can be a little forgetful. The Black Friday Sale When you do one of those HOLY COW - UNBELIEVABLE DISCOUNT Black Friday kind of sale, you get two types of customers. The customer purchases and does nothing with your product as they have no skin in the game A customer who didn't read the offer, but...

You have a product, service, or potential sponsor and you have no idea what to charge. Some questions you may want to ask How niche is your audience? (the more niche - the more you can charge) What problem does your product solve? Can you make money with your product/service? How will you charge (avoid CPM for sponsors) Whatever you first land on for a price it is probably not enough (we all underprice). What is the cost of your product/service

I haven't been this excited about a tool in a while. It's so powerful, and yet so early to use. I also love that it works on EVERYTHING and that is what Volley does. It works on PC, Mac. Andoid, or iPhone and it has revolutionized how I'm handling questions with my community. Josh Little Interview Josh is an experienced CEO launching multiple successful startups in the past. Today we get insights into: Time Shifted Screen Sharing and Dave's School Analogy When Did Volley Become an Id...

If you want to make money with your podcast, you need to solve a problem.

More media hosts are adding the ability to add dynamic content. It sounds too good to be true, and when not used properly it can really make you sound like an amateur.

Be careful using crowdfunding with "shot outs" as a reward.

Don't invest a ton of money into a project launch if you don't know if your product will deliver on the promise. Today I talk about how to test a course for zero money.

Are you afraid of sounding Salesy when you talk about your products?

Today I talk about an income stream that didn't exist when I wrote the book and that is bitcoin. It doesn't cost anything to get set up, and depending on your audience, this could end up being another source of income. Without really promoting the value for value model on the School of Podcasting and yet I've made $85 since June. Now I'm OBVIOUSLY not going to retire on that money, but think about how much that might be if I promoted it (or if my audience was more tied into cryptocurrency). A...

Mellisa Guller has a background in Marketing, Project Management, and Podcasting. Today I brought her on as she has a wealth of knowledge (after working for Teachable for four years) on online courses. You can hear more from Melissa on her Wit and Wire Podcast (also the name of her company). MELISSA GULLER INTERVIEW Today I get all your questions answered about building and selling an online course: When is the right time to build a course? How Long Should My Course Be? What are the Common Mi...

Today I am joined by Agnes Kozera from Podcorn.com Porcorn can be used to find sponsors for your show, but also if you are trying to get in front of your target audience, you might consider being a sponsor/brand and sponsor other similar podcasts. SPONSOR: Check out the Book Profit From Your Podcast: Proven Strategies to Turn Listeners into a Livelihood A great book to help you gain insights into what IS WORKING in podcasingt when it comes to making money. Other topics include: 00:55 How Long...