24 min
#19 - Live podcast fiasco: How Kristin turned it into triumph!? Lessons From A Podcaster
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In this captivating episode, Kristin, the voice behind "The Amazon Files," gets real about the unpredictable world of podcasting. Her journey reveals the power of vulnerability, the art of quick thinking, and how podcasting can be both a personal sanctuary and a strategic business tool. If you're a podcaster looking to embrace the chaos and turn it into your strength, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in to learn how to connect with your audience and leverage your podcast for success, all while staying true to yourself.
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Links & Resources
OBS (Open Broadcaster Software) : https://obsproject.com/
Descript: https://www.descript.com/
Podsqueeze: Get 20% discount for a period of 3 months - Use coupon code: PODCASTERS at checkout.
Zoom : https://zoom.us/
Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/mommyincome
Facebook : https://web.facebook.com/mommyincome
YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/@MommyIncomekristin
Website : https://classes.mommyincome.com/
Timestamps
The smoke alarm incident (00:00:09) Kristin shares a memorable moment when her smoke alarm went off during a live podcast recording.
Starting "The Amazon Files" (00:02:20) Kristin discusses the origins and focus of her podcast, "The Amazon Files," which provides e-commerce business tips and motivation.
Growth and audience size (00:03:10) Kristin talks about the growth of her podcast and the size of her audience, with approximately 30,000 monthly downloads.
Kristin's first episode (00:04:00) Kristin recalls her nervousness and the experience of her first live show, which attracted 33 live listeners.
Content creation and social media promotion (00:07:55) Kristin shares insights on content creation, editing, and social media promotion, including the use of clips to engage the audience.
Hiring and team management (00:08:34) Kristin discusses the process of hiring and managing a team, emphasizing the importance of defining needs and testing potential candidates.
Podcast growth and social media tips (00:13:55) Kristin provides practical tips for podcast growth, emphasizing the importance of being authentic and using social media to repurpose content.
Real-life relatability (00:18:10) Kristin highlights the value of sharing relatable, real-life experiences to connect with the audience.
The most memorable interview (00:18:17) Speakers discuss shocking and uncomfortable podcast interviews, including a guest using inappropriate language and being interviewed by an atheist.
Fear of negative impact on personal branding (00:20:47) The interviewer asks if the shocking interview episode went live and whether it affected the guest's personal branding.
How podcasting changed life (00:22:04) The guest shares how podcasting provided a platform to help others, act as therapy, and benefit her business.
In this captivating episode, Kristin, the voice behind "The Amazon Files," gets real about the unpredictable world of podcasting. Her journey reveals the power of vulnerability, the art of quick thinking, and how podcasting can be both a personal sanctuary and a strategic business tool. If you're a podcaster looking to embrace the chaos and turn it into your strength, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in to learn how to connect with your audience and leverage your podcast for success, all while staying true to yourself.
Try Podsqueeze for free
Links & Resources
OBS (Open Broadcaster Software) : https://obsproject.com/
Descript: https://www.descript.com/
Podsqueeze: Get 20% discount for a period of 3 months - Use coupon code: PODCASTERS at checkout.
Zoom : https://zoom.us/
Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/mommyincome
Facebook : https://web.facebook.com/mommyincome
YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/@MommyIncomekristin
Website : https://classes.mommyincome.com/
Timestamps
The smoke alarm incident (00:00:09) Kristin shares a memorable moment when her smoke alarm went off during a live podcast recording.
Starting "The Amazon Files" (00:02:20) Kristin discusses the origins and focus of her podcast, "The Amazon Files," which provides e-commerce business tips and motivation.
Growth and audience size (00:03:10) Kristin talks about the growth of her podcast and the size of her audience, with approximately 30,000 monthly downloads.
Kristin's first episode (00:04:00) Kristin recalls her nervousness and the experience of her first live show, which attracted 33 live listeners.
Content creation and social media promotion (00:07:55) Kristin shares insights on content creation, editing, and social media promotion, including the use of clips to engage the audience.
Hiring and team management (00:08:34) Kristin discusses the process of hiring and managing a team, emphasizing the importance of defining needs and testing potential candidates.
Podcast growth and social media tips (00:13:55) Kristin provides practical tips for podcast growth, emphasizing the importance of being authentic and using social media to repurpose content.
Real-life relatability (00:18:10) Kristin highlights the value of sharing relatable, real-life experiences to connect with the audience.
The most memorable interview (00:18:17) Speakers discuss shocking and uncomfortable podcast interviews, including a guest using inappropriate language and being interviewed by an atheist.
Fear of negative impact on personal branding (00:20:47) The interviewer asks if the shocking interview episode went live and whether it affected the guest's personal branding.
How podcasting changed life (00:22:04) The guest shares how podcasting provided a platform to help others, act as therapy, and benefit her business.
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