Podcast Show Notes

WHAT’S THIS EPISODE ABOUT? Meet the Interview Valet There’s been a theme around The Proffitt Podcast in the past 6 months. We’ve talked so much about guesting on podcasts and I wanted to take a second to reiterate why… Guesting on podcasts is on the most effective ways to build your brand, your business, and […]

WHAT’S THIS EPISODE ABOUT? When to Change Things Up with Your Podcast Content I know we’re living in my weird times. And I have been listening to my gut a lot more lately. And my gut kept telling me, “This doesn’t feel right…” every time I’ve sat down to create content over the last few […]

WHAT’S THIS EPISODE ABOUT? Guesting on Podcasts is Such a Great Tool! Guesting on podcasts is one of the best tools to have in your toolbox. We’ve already dedicated multiple episodes of the podcast to show you how to approach guests and how to benefit from showcasing your expertise and wisdom in front of other […]

WHAT’S THIS EPISODE ABOUT? No Really? What’s It Like? If you’ve been wondering what someone who’s NOT into podcasting (or working 100% in an online business) feels about being married to a podcaster, then this episode is for you! I spoke with my husband, Seth, over Spring Break when we were literally in the middle […]

WHAT’S THIS EPISODE ABOUT? Marketing Your Book with Podcasting  What’s the first thing we need to do? Establish Your Goal This applies to whether you want to have a traditionally published book or go the way of indie publishing. Either way will work with this idea of marketing your book with podcasting. What does it […]

WHAT’S THIS EPISODE ABOUT? You Will Be Pitched… Whether you just started your podcast or you’ve been doing this a while, at some point you will be pitched for someone to come on as a podcast guest for your show.  And I’m here to tell you, “You DO NOT have to say yes to every […]

WHAT’S THIS EPISODE ABOUT? Explicit Content, AKA “4-Letter Words” I just gotta come out and say it, “This is all totally subjective.” There. Maybe you no longer have a need to read the rest of this, but that’s the overall message of this post.  What may be considered explicit to me may look like a […]

WHAT’S THIS EPISODE ABOUT? Quick Story Time: Talking Enough About Your Podcast “Does anyone know someone with podcasting tips and best practices?”A long time friend of the family tagged me in a Facebook post where one of her friends was asking about podcast info.  4 Tips to Talk About Your Podcast Without Being Annoying  1. […]

WHAT’S THIS EPISODE ABOUT? Your Sales Maven & Podcast Guest Expert I get giddy when someone reaches out to me and says, “I have a great idea for your podcast.”  And today’s guest is a great example of what it means to show up as yourself authentically and let your true superpowers shine! I’m so […]

WHAT’S THIS EPISODE ABOUT? When I first started podcasting, I didn’t pay attention to my categories. There I said it.  But you should know, I didn’t do A LOT of things right when I first started. However, I did finally figure it all out and I can’t wait to dive into all the nitty-gritty details […]

WHAT’S THIS EPISODE ABOUT?   The Office Ladies Podcast Case Study I have been obsessed with The Office for the last 2 years and it’s soooo incredible that they created the “Office Ladies” podcast. It’s literally THE THING I look forward to each Wednesday when I go to the gym. It’s my guilty pleasure at […]

WHAT’S THIS EPISODE ABOUT? Spark Christian Podcast Conference 2020 Make sure you listen to the episode where Misty Philip – founder of the conference – and I talked about how she came up with the idea to have this coneference here. But today’s episode is all about diving into the biggest takeaways from all of […]

WHAT’S THIS EPISODE ABOUT? Repurposing Podcast Content Have you been thinking about transcribing the audio from your podcast in order to use it in many different ways? Well if you have, today I’m going to show you three ways that you can repurpose your podcast audio and use it for other cool things. I’ve seen this […]

WHAT’S THIS EPISODE ABOUT? What You Need for a Solo Podcast Setup… We’ve talked on the show before about different types of episode formats, basic equipment, and what you need to get started, but today…we’re covering just the solo podcast recording setup. This includes just 3 important elements I want to focus on: Environment Microphone […]

WHAT’S THIS EPISODE ABOUT? What is a Podcast Trailer? Think of it like a movie trailer. It’s the information you want your audience to know about your podcast before they can actually start listening to full episodes. It’s just a preview. It’s not the full she-bang! The trailer episode is the audio track you put […]

WHAT’S THIS EPISODE ABOUT? Do I Need Podcast Seasons for My Podcast? Today, we’re diving into another great question from the community and that question is, “Should I have Podcast Seasons?” And I’m just going to dive right into the answer… It depends! I know, not really a fair answer to start off with but […]

WHAT’S THIS EPISODE ABOUT? Today, we’re diving into another great question from the community and that question is, “How long should my podcast intro be?” First, let’s define what the “podcast intro” actually is… What is the Podcast Intro? The podcast intro is the first snippet of audio a listener hears when they start your […]

WHAT’S THIS EPISODE ABOUT? Recording Tips for Solo Podcasts  “Should I wear headphones when I’m recording my solo podcasts?” This is another question from the community that I’ve seen more often lately. And I’ve found that people are getting stopped in their tracks by which option is “right or wrong”.  So, here is my answer: IT […]

WHAT’S THIS EPISODE ABOUT? Who is the Spark Christian Podcast Conference for? There are 3 people the Spark conference was intended for: Authors who are interested in learning more about how podcasting. Someone who has a podcast and wants to learn more and go deeper into where this journey is going to take them. Industry […]

WHAT’S THIS EPISODE ABOUT? Best Conferences for Podcasters in 2020 “What are the best conferences for podcasters to attend?” Such a great question! And one that I want to explore today. So let’s not waste another second. Here are ten different events for you to consider for your 2020 calendar! 1. Podfest – Orlando, FL […]

WHAT’S THIS EPISODE ABOUT? Podcast Coaching Call with Author, Stephanie Pletka Someone reached out to me recently through an Instagram DM and told me we had a mutual friend and she wanted to learn more about creating a podcast. We went back and forth for a few messages and I realized, “This needs to be […]

WHAT’S THIS EPISODE ABOUT? How to Increase Podcast Listeners I’m super excited about today’s question from the community because this question gets asked right out of the gate from new podcasters. You launch your podcast and then you immediately want to know, “How can I increase podcast listeners? How am I supposed to reach more […]

WHAT’S THIS EPISODE ABOUT? What is Chartable? Chartable is a fantastic podcast platform that can help you see where your podcast lands on the Apple Podcast Charts. You can explore other charts to see where your podcast lands, but most people are referring to Apple Podcast Charts when they say, “I have a top 100 […]

WHAT’S THIS EPISODE ABOUT? How to Approach a Podcast Sponsor The idea of approaching someone, especially when you’ve NEVER pitched anyone on anything, can be intimidating. Today, I’m giving you some tips and strategies to help you more confidently approach your first potential podcast sponsor. Here is the number one thing I want you to […]

WHAT’S THIS EPISODE ABOUT? Follow-Up with Mai-Kee Tsang After 101 Podcast Pitches Did you have one big takeaway or, dare I say, mistake you learned during pitching? It really is more about quality than quantity. Did you notice any trends as you were pitching podcasts? I’ve noticed that podcast pitching is definitely a seasonal thing. […]

WHAT’S THIS EPISODE ABOUT? “How Do You Ask a Guest to Be on Your Podcast?” The full question of the community for today is actually, “How do you all ask people to be on your podcast? For me, itvaries from person to person, but do you have a standard pitch?” I don’t necessarily have a […]

WHAT’S THIS EPISODE ABOUT? 7 People to Help You with Your Podcast  “If someone could just help me with my podcast…that would be amazing!” If you’ve had this thought repeatedly, then today’s episode is extra special for you. I’m giving you 7 people that can help improve your podcast and I can’t wait to share […]

WHAT’S THIS EPISODE ABOUT? Here’s Why You Need a Blog for Your Podcast  There are a few key reasons why you need a blog for your podcast, but I’ll keep ithem short and to the point. Before we dive into those though, I wanted to make it clear that you need a place to drive […]

WHAT’S THIS EPISODE ABOUT? PodHouston: How to Grow an Email List with a Podcast  If you’re an online entrepreneur, chances are you already know the importance of having an email list. But if you’re brand new to podcasting and wondering what the heck an email list has to do with a podcast, this episode is […]

WHAT’S THIS EPISODE ABOUT? My Top 4 Books of 2019  If you’re not a big reader or if you find yourself saying, “Books are SO expensive. How can you purchase so many books in a year?” Then my friend you need to check out the Overdrive app. It’s FREE and all you need is a […]