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Podcircle Podcast50. Mastering Audio Podcast Editing with Kyle Cummings (Part 1)Have you ever wondered what an audio podcast editor does with your audio? How do they make everything sound level, cohesive and professional? This week Mickenzie is asking Kyle all about his process. Kyle has been working in professional audio for 15+ years as a Nashville-based music producer turned CEO and Founder of Podcircle.Kyle and Mickenzie have been working together for 4 years on several podcast projects. In this episode, Mickenzie has some questions for Kyle about his editing process, how to manage unforeseen audio issues, and what tools he uses to create a premium audio podcast. The...
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Unscripted Pivots: Inspiring Stories from WTF [Women That Flourish]September Reset: Embrace Change and Find Your FocusIn this episode, Danielle explores the unique energy of September—a month that feels like a fresh start. She shares a personal story of realizing that summer was ending and how it sparked both gratitude and a sense of urgency. Danielle discusses how to navigate life’s unscripted moments, stay focused, and turn distractions into success.Key Topics:- The power of a September reset- Strategies to refocus and pivot with purpose- The value of community and upcoming group coaching programs- Expanding the podcast to include male...
2024-09-0415 minPodcircle Podcast49. When to FIRE Your Podcast Team with Danielle SproulsHow do you know when it's time to level up your podcast team in favor of better quality, consistency and communication? Our guest Danielle Sprouls tells us all about her experience letting go of her previous podcast management and what it's been like partnering with Podcircle.In this episode, Danielle (creator and host of the Unscripted Pivots podcast), shares her journey into podcasting, the importance of quality over cost, and the critical role of "partnership" in her podcasting success. We learn how her podcast helped her navigate her own "unscripted pivot" from her longtime career in corporate...
2024-09-0329 minPodcircle Podcast48. Your Podcast Isn't For Everyone (and why that's a good thing)When many of us started a podcast, we want to reach as many people as possible. But Kyle and Mickenzie are going to make the case that that's not the best approach — and why. This episode covers five critical questions for honing your podcast’s focus and discusses the pitfalls of trying to appeal to everyone. They also talk about the importance of competitor analysis, narrowing down your content, seeking feedback, and avoiding burnout by not overextending yourself. Welcome back to the Podcircle Podcast!✅ New podcaster? Grab your FREE Podcast Starter Kit.00:00 Intro00...
2024-08-2013 minPodcircle Podcast47. The 10 Do's and Don'ts of Podcast PromotionWant to discover some practical strategies and common pitfalls for promoting your podcast effectively? Then this episode is for you! Join Mickenzie and Kyle as they discuss maximizing your content’s reach through various formats, avoiding predictability in your promotions, the importance of using video, and how to market your podcast even without video equipment. They also discuss leveraging guest networks, the value of strategic CTAs, and positioning yourself as a subject matter expert without falling into the "curse of knowledge". Let's dive in!✅ New podcaster? Grab your FREE Podcast Starter Kit.00:00 Intro0...
2024-08-1311 minPodcircle Podcast46. Harnessing LinkedIn for Podcast and Business Growth with Kristin CummingsThis week, Kyle and Mickenzie continue their series on LinkedIn by welcoming Kristin Cummings, the founder of Virtual COO, to discuss her strategic use of LinkedIn for personal and business branding. They explore how consistent engagement and authentic storytelling can amplify your presence and attract clients. Kristin shares her journey from zero to over 8,000 LinkedIn followers, the importance of supporting others on the platform, and practical tips for optimizing your LinkedIn profile. Whether you're a business owner or a podcaster, this episode offers valuable insights on leveraging LinkedIn for growth.Follow us on LinkedIn!Podcircle ...
2024-08-0614 minUnscripted Pivots: Inspiring Stories from WTF [Women That Flourish]So She Did: Skylar Romines on Mindset, Resilience, and Entrepreneurial SuccessDanielle Sprouls sits down with Skylar Romines, the dynamic founder of ATW Advisors, to delve into her transformative journey in the commercial insurance industry and the bold decision to start her own firm. Skylar opens up about the unique, hands-on approach of ATW Advisors, emphasizing their role as an owner’s insurance representative firm committed to providing personalized and involved service to their clients.Skylar's narrative is one of resilience and action. She shares her powerful insights on the critical role of mindset in achieving success, encouraging listeners to believe fiercely in their own abilities and to ta...
2024-07-2444 minUnscripted Pivots: Inspiring Stories from WTF [Women That Flourish]Revisiting Confidence: A Special Re-Release with Lisa Sun, CEO of GravitasToday, Danielle revisits her conversation with Lisa Sun, the visionary behind Gravitas, a brand revolutionizing fashion with size-inclusive apparel and empowering women from within. Lisa’s new book, *Gravitas: The Eight Strengths That Redefine Confidence*, helps women build self-worth on their terms. Danielle shares a personal story about meeting Lisa at a conference and the profound impact Lisa had on her confidence and self-perception. Get your copy here! Lisa talks about her approach to fashion, emphasizing confidence and self-belief over societal standards. She explains why there are no mirrors in G...
2024-07-1754 minPodcircle Podcast45. Leverage LinkedIn to LIFT Your Podcast and Brand Engagement - Part 2This week, we continue our series on optimizing LinkedIn to promote and grow your podcast. We discuss specific LinkedIn tools and tips, such as LinkedIn articles, newsletters, and profile optimization. We also emphasize the importance of engaging with your audience through comments, CTAs, and live events. Finally, we touch on creating effective paid ads and leveraging LinkedIn's strong organic reach for building trust and connections. Join us for practical advice to elevate your podcast strategy on LinkedIn.✅ New podcaster? Grab your FREE Podcast Starter Kit.01:09 Optimizing LinkedIn for Podcast Growth01:40 LinkedIn Articles an...
2024-07-1618 minUnscripted Pivots: Inspiring Stories from WTF [Women That Flourish]From Self-Doubt to Self-Belief: Mastering Transitions with ConfidenceDanielle dives deep into the topic of Self-Doubt and its impact on our lives, particularly during times of transition. She shares personal stories and experiences, offering valuable strategies for overcoming self-doubt and fostering a strong belief in our abilities. The episode highlights the importance of awareness, preparation, trusting intuition, and seeking support.Be sure to grab your FREE downloadable Self-Doubt worksheet! This worksheet is packed with practical exercises and reflections to help you navigate and overcome self-doubt.BONUS! Listen to a 5 minute meditation to jumpstart your journey towards more confidence!Take advantage of...
2024-07-1028 minPodcircle Podcast44. Leverage LinkedIn to LIFT Your Podcast and Brand Engagement - Part 1In this episode of the Podcircle podcast, we delve into the importance of using LinkedIn to promote and grow your podcast. We emphasize that content marketing is about building trust, not just generating leads. With LinkedIn's high user engagement and powerful organic reach, the platform is ideal for connecting with like-minded individuals and brands. We discuss practical strategies such as creating personal and business LinkedIn pages, utilizing video content, engaging in long-form posts, and leveraging PDF uploads to maximize your podcast's presence. Join us for practical tips and actionable insights to boost your podcast and brand on LinkedIn.
2024-07-0920 minPodcircle Podcast43. Boost Your Online Presence with PodcastingThis week, we explore 4 impactful ways your podcast can help grow your online presence. From putting a face to your brand and building trust with your audience to honing your messaging, we explore essential strategies to enhance your reach, engagement, and revenue. We also delve into leveraging your guests' platforms and the importance of consistent content creation. Tune in for practical tips and insights to take your podcast and online presence to the next level!✅ New podcaster? Grab your FREE Podcast Starter Kit.02:15 Building Trust Through Podcasting03:56 Supercharging Your Marketing05:02 Leveraging Yo...
2024-07-0214 minPodcircle Podcast42. Top 10 Podcast Tips in Under 10 MinutesWe've compiled our Top 10 podcasting tips in under 10 minutes. We emphasize key elements such as the importance of consistency, long-term planning, leveraging video, working smarter (not harder) and much more. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned podcaster, these tips are sure to help you create and maintain a successful podcast. Let's dive in!✅ New podcaster? Grab your FREE Podcast Starter Kit.00:52 Tip 1: Be Consistent01:42 Tip 2: Play the Long Game02:25 Tip 3: Bet on Yourself03:10 Tip 4: Always Be Recording04:11 Tip 5: Work Smarter, Not Harder05:42 Tip 6: Don't Try to Do I...
2024-06-2510 minPodcircle Podcast41. Unlocking YouTube for Podcasters: Tips to Grow Your ChannelWe're continuing our series on YouTube and explore practical ways podcasters can optimize their YouTube podcasts for increased reach and engagement. From the importance of "end screens" and catchy titles to utilizing YouTube Shorts and creating attention-grabbing thumbnails, we uncover essential strategies to help you grow your channel. Additionally, we discuss the benefits of using "podcast playlists" and timestamped chapter markers to give your channel a boost. Join us!✅ New podcaster? Grab your FREE Podcast Starter Kit.02:00 Creating Engaging Titles and Thumbnails07:16 Importance of Episode Descriptions and Show Notes12:38 Using Podcast Pl...
2024-06-1820 minPodcircle Podcast40. Unlocking YouTube for Podcasters: Setting Up and Optimizing Your ChannelWelcome back to the Podcircle Podcast! This episode dives into practical steps for podcasters to set up and optimize their YouTube channel following the recent migration from Google Podcasts to YouTube Music Podcasts. We cover essential tips such as creating a business-specific Google account, uploading branding assets, adding channel descriptions, and setting up playlists. We also explore the importance customizing your channel, including designing a compelling banner image and using a watermark. Tune in next week for detailed steps on uploading and optimizing your videos.✅ New podcaster? Grab your FREE Podcast Starter Kit.00:53 Th...
2024-06-1111 minPodcircle Podcast39. Google Podcasts is DEAD (and how this affects you)April 2, 2024 marks the end of Google Podcasts as Google makes a significant shift towards hosting podcasts on YouTube Music. What does that mean for your show? And what if you're creating a new show? We're breaking it all down for you in this episode. We're also going to cover the importance of setting up a YouTube channel, utilizing YouTube Studio for podcast management, and the advantages of YouTube as a podcasting platform — including enhanced discoverability and the ability to engage with audiences through video content. ✅ New podcaster? Grab your FREE Podcast Starter Kit.00:46 The E...
2024-05-1415 minPodcircle Podcast38. How to STEAL Like a PodcasterHave you heard of the bestselling book 'Steal Like an Artist'? Well, today we're going to teach how to steal like a podcaster — how to overcome creativity slumps and refresh your content. We're giving you techniques for identifying key influences and remixing ideas to create something new, all while maintaining your show's authenticity. We also touch on overcoming imposter syndrome and share our own strategies for continuous improvement and audience engagement.✅ New podcaster? Grab your FREE Podcast Starter Kit.02:17 Infusing Your Podcast with Creativity: Steal Like an Artist03:26 Identifying Influences and Innovating Your...
2024-05-0813 min
Podcircle Podcast37. Steps to Launching a Podcast [RE AIR]Welcome back to the Podcircle Podcast! For those of you who recently found the podcast, we're re-airing one of our most popular episodes. “I have an idea, let’s push record and figure it out as we go.” Unfortunately, this is not a winning strategy to launching a successful podcast. There’s a lot that goes into making a podcast from ideation to putting your first episode out into the world. We’re here to break it all down for you — from strategy and production to distribution and marketing.✅ New podcaster? Grab your FREE Podcast S...
2024-04-3020 min
Podcircle Podcast36. Did Your Download Numbers Just Tank? Here's Why. [RE AIR]We're re-airing one of most popular episodes of the Podcircle Podcast this week. If you've notice a big change in your download numbers, tune in — it may not actually mean a drop in listenership!Did your download numbers drop late last year? We discuss the recent iOS 17 update, its impact on your podcast downloads and why this shift isn't necessarily a sign that your podcast audience is declining — we'll explain everything! We also emphasize the importance of looking beyond download numbers alone to properly gauge a show's success. Join us!Mentioned in this episode: Episode 9. Are Y...
2024-04-2317 min
Podcircle Podcast35. Why You SHOULDN'T Start a Podcast (and 4 Reasons You Should) [RE AIR]This week, we're re-airing our very first (and most popular) episode of the Podcircle Podcast. If you're new to the show, we wanted to introduce ourselves by going back to the very beginning and asking maybe the most important question — why should I (or shouldn't I) start a podcast?You’ve got an idea to share, a message to spread, or customers to reach, and you’re ready to start! Podcasting has the potential to meet your goals and beyond. Did you know that only 21% of podcast achieve more than 10 episodes? So before you press record, check out wh...
2024-04-1925 minPodcircle Podcast34. Identifying & Engaging Your Ideal Podcast AudienceWe are delving into the crucial distinction between a target market and a target audience and emphasizing the importance of specificity in content creation to effectively connect with and appeal to your desired audience. We're also offering practical tips to analyze your current client base, understand audience demographics and habits, and aligning content with your audience's goals, problems, and fears. Whether you are a new or seasoned podcasters, we're here to provide valuable insights into optimizing podcast content and marketing strategies to meet your target audience's needs.✅ New podcaster? Grab your FREE Podcast Starter Kit....
2024-04-0912 minPodcircle Podcast33. Profitable Podcasting: 5 Ways to SELL with your PodcastThis week, we're sharing 5 strategic ways podcasters can promote and sell their products and services. We emphasis the importance of building trust and rapport by freely offering expertise, demonstrating value through problem-solving, sharing customer success stories, and inviting listeners to a deeper relationship. If you're looking to level-up your podcast to market your business's products and services, this episode if for you. Let's dive in!✅ New podcaster? Grab your FREE Podcast Starter Kit.01:23 Building Trust and Humanizing Your Brand02:01 Show, Don't Tell: Demonstrating Value03:02 Solving Listener Problems with Your Expertise04:22 Le...
2024-04-0212 minPodcircle Podcast32. FIVE Questions to Ask BEFORE Starting a PodcastWhat is the 'why' behind starting a podcast? How do you set clear goals and identify your ideal listener? What success looks like in your show? These are all crucial questions to ask before you start your podcast. And if you already have a podcast, it's never too late to return to these questions to increase clarity and focus around your show. We're here to help you think strategically about their podcast's direction and goals. Join us!✅ New podcaster? Grab your FREE Podcast Starter Kit.01:40 The Importance of 'Why' in Podcasting02:31 Setting Cl...
2024-03-2619 minPodcircle Podcast31. Why Your Podcast Shouldn't be a HobbyPodcasting is an EXPENSIVE hobby — if that's all that it is. In this episode, we're talking about why treating your podcast purely as a hobby is a bad idea. The challenges of time, necessity of research, and the required financial investment in creating and maintaining a high-quality podcast are why most "hobby podcasts" fail — especially for those attempting to do everything on their own. As always, we recommend outsourcing as much as you can (editing, clip creation, etc), but comes with its own costs. Rather, it is important to think of your podcast as a business. Tune and to find...
2024-03-1914 minPodcircle Podcast30. SIX Reasons Your Business NEEDS a PodcastThe best way to optimize your time and effectively market your business is to start a podcast. Does that sound counterintuitive? "But I thought maintaining a consistent podcast takes a TON of time..." you might say. It can... but it doesn't have to. And we would argue that it shouldn't. The amount of content that can be produced out of a 30-45 minute podcast episode is astounding and we're going to tell you all about it in this week's episode. That's the value of starting a podcast as a business owner.✅ New podcaster? Grab your FR...
2024-03-1213 minPodcircle Podcast29. Boost Podcast Engagement with These AI ToolsWe're continuing our discussion on the role of AI in podcasting. In this episode, we're deep diving on the use of AI for video captions, video post-production, and various transcription services. We highlight different AI tools and their features, as well as the importance of utilizing transcriptions for SEO and accessibility purposes. And we continue to emphasize that AI is an amazing TOOL for everyday podcasters, BUT you'll still need to go back and edit it for accuracy. Join us!✅ New podcaster? Grab your FREE Podcast Starter Kit.01:05 ICYMI: Our Episode On Riverside vs...
2024-03-0519 minPodcircle Podcast28. NEW AI Tools for Podcasters: Riverside vs. DescriptAI, oh my! We're comparing 2 popular platforms for modern podcasters — Riverside.fm and Descript. At first glance, you may think these are totally different platforms. Most think of Riverside as a great remote recording platform and Descript as a fantastic text-based audio/video editor. However, a closer look will reveal that they are actually very similar in what they offer. Riverside has recently rolled out a suite of AI features, including text-based editing and AI-generated show notes. And Descript just acquired SquadCast, a rival remote recording platform to Riverside. But how do these 2 platforms match up? What are the pr...
2024-02-2720 minPodcircle Podcast27. Why Podcasters Are Ditching Zoom for RiversideThis week, we're talking about the top 6 reasons podcasters are abandoning Zoom for remote recording platforms Riverside.fm. We talk about Zoom's quick rise during COVID, but also where it falls short as a recording solution for podcasters. We also deep dive into what Riverside does really well — and where it is lacking. Join us!Need help getting started with Riverside? Book a training call with Kyle.✅ New podcaster? Grab your FREE Podcast Starter Kit.01:08 The Rise of Zoom During Covid01:36 Riverside's High Definition Audio and Video02:29 The Advantage of R...
2024-02-2019 minUnscripted Pivots: Inspiring Stories from WTF [Women That Flourish]Season 2 Premiere: "Danielle's Pivot to Passion and the Power of Self-Love"In this episode, Danielle Sprouls introduces Season 2 of Unscripted Pivots and shares her personal journey of embracing change and pursuing her passion for executive coaching and motivational speaking. She emphasizes the power of listening to our inner selves and aligning our outer world with our inner truths. The episode then focuses on the importance of self-love and how it sets the tone for how others perceive and treat us. Danielle provides actionable ways to foster self-love and emphasizes the continuous process of improving self-worth. The episode concludes with a reminder to embrace pivots and a call to support the...
2024-02-1415 minPodcircle Podcast26. Did Your Download Numbers Just Tank? Here's Why.Did your download numbers drop late last year? We discuss the recent iOS 17 update, its impact on your podcast downloads and why this shift isn't necessarily a sign that your podcast audience is declining — we'll explain everything! We also emphasize the importance of looking beyond download numbers alone to properly gauge a show's success. Join us!Mentioned in this episode: Episode 9. Are You "Winning" With Your Podcast?✅ New podcaster? Grab your FREE Podcast Starter Kit.01:18 The Impact of Apple's Podcast’s Recent Update06:01 The Effect on Podcast Metrics06...
2024-02-1417 minPodcircle Podcast25. Hiring a Podcast Producer | Assembling a Podcast TeamDoes your podcast feel like a weekly crisis? "Oh no, we need to record an episode for next week!" You might need a podcast producer. We're going to talk about exactly what a podcast producer does. And — are they the same as a podcast editor? Part content strategist, part project manager, a podcast producer's job is to ensure the show gets out consistently and to manage the process and the people involved in making a quality show. This person where's A LOT of hats. So let's get into it!✅ New podcaster? Grab your FREE Podcast Star...
2024-02-0616 min