Podcasting for Educators: Podcasting Tips for Online Entrepreneurs

Sara Whittaker, Podcast Strategy
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Podcasting for Educators: Podcasting Tips for Online Entrepreneurs

Podcasting for Educators is a podcast for TPT authors and other online educators. It's a show that will help you get your podcast in front of those who need it most - teachers, school counselors, literacy specialists, SLPs, parents, and more! Each week, Sara Whittaker and her guests will share top tips and actionable strategies that you will need in order to launch, manage, and grow your podcast. You’ll learn how to leverage your show to build long-lasting relationships with your audience and promote your TPT resources, courses, and memberships, all while providing valuable and accessible content! This podcast is for you if you have questions like, how do I start a podcast? How do I grow my podcast? How do I monetize my podcast? What are show notes? And, which stats should I be tracking for my podcast? Sara Whittaker is a teacher-turned-podcast strategist and lifelong learner. You can follow her on Instagram @podcastingforeducators. To work with Sara and her team, head to www.podcastingforeducators.com. Topics covered on this podcast include: how to start a podcast, how to grow a podcast, podcasting tips, podcasting 101, podcast strategy, podcast SEO, teacher author resources, TPT marketing tips, teacher seller strategies, and more. To find out which type of podcasting is best for your business, take the FREE quiz at https://podcastingforeducators.com/quiz

  1. NOV 27

    177. We'll See You Soon with Some Changes!

    Ready or not, the end of 2024 is quickly approaching, and it was a doozy for a lot of us. With 2025 right around the corner, this is a very natural time for us to reflect and think about what we might want to change. In this episode, I'm sharing how I'm taking time next month to reflect on my show and make some changes. So tune in to hear more about the importance of taking this time for your own show or business, some highlights from The State of Business Podcasting Report (linked below), and how you can catch up on my top episodes of 2024 (spoiler: also linked below)! ⭐️ Resources Mentioned: Top Episodes of 2024 PlaylistThe State of Business Podcasting ReportFollow me on Instagram @podcastingforeducators  🎤 Recommended Podcasting Resources: Hosting: Captivate.fm (Get a free 30-day trial!)Transcription: Otter.aiProject Management: ClickUpPrivate Podcasting: Hello AudioPodcast Playlist Toolkit - use code PODCAST to grab it for $17!Launch Your Podcast: Free Podcast Launch Guide & Podcasting for Educators Prep SchoolLevel Up Your Podcast: Podcast Like You Mean ItLeverage Podcast Guesting: Free Guesting Planning Guide & Guesting for Educators Mini-Course Show Notes: https://podcastingforeducators.com/episode177 Some links mentioned are affiliate links. This helps to support this podcast at no additional cost to you.

    9 min

  2. NOV 20

    176. The One Where You Pivot (In Your Business) with Kelsey Sorenson

    2024 has been a tough year for a lot of us in business, but there are so many opportunities for us to pivot as business owners when we need to. Kelsey Sorenson is here to share how she's had to make difficult pivots in her business, how she navigated those changes, and how you can shift your business when things aren't going as planned. ⭐️ Resources Mentioned: Educate & Rejuvenate by Kelsey Sorenson (FREE: Chapter 1 + guided meditations)The Surrender ExperimentWho Not HowFollow me on Instagram @podcastingforeducators  🔗 Connect with Kelsey:  Check out her websiteListen to her podcast, Educate & RejuvenateEmail her at connect@educateandrejuvenate.comFollow her on Instagram @educateandrejuvenate 🎤 Recommended Podcasting Resources: Hosting: Captivate.fm (Get a free 30-day trial!)Transcription: Otter.aiProject Management: ClickUpPrivate Podcasting: Hello AudioPodcast Playlist Toolkit - use code PODCAST to grab it for $17!Launch Your Podcast: Free Podcast Launch Guide & Podcasting for Educators Prep SchoolLevel Up...

    38 min

  3. NOV 13

    175. Let's Audit Your Guest Process (Pre-Interview to Post-Interview)

    Last week, we talked about whether you should have guests on your podcast. Today, we're walking through the four systems you need if you have guests on your show to have better guest episodes, get the most bang for your buck from the whole interview process, and make your life much easier! I'm sharing how to use email templates to reach out to and pitch guests, automating your scheduling process with Calendly, the importance of prepping before your interview, and what to include in your post-interview email. ⭐️ Resources Mentioned: CalendlyZoomFollow me on Instagram @podcastingforeducators  🎤 Recommended Podcasting Resources: Hosting: Captivate.fm (Get a free 30-day trial!)Transcription: Otter.aiProject Management: ClickUpPrivate Podcasting: Hello AudioPodcast Playlist Toolkit - use code PODCAST to grab it for $17!Launch Your Podcast: Free Podcast Launch Guide & Podcasting for Educators Prep SchoolLevel Up Your Podcast: Podcast Like You Mean ItLeverage Podcast Guesting: Free Guesting Planning Guide & Guesting for Educators Mini-Course Show Notes: https://podcastingforeducators.com/episode175 Some links mentioned are affiliate links. This helps to support this podcast at no additional cost to you.

    13 min

  4. NOV 6

    174. Should You Have Guests on Your Podcast?

    Over the years, I've gotten to know and worked with a lot of podcasters, and one of the challenges that keeps coming up is whether you should have guests on your podcast. As you'll hear, it's not a one-size-fits-all answer! Should you only have big-name guests on your podcast? Will having guest episodes affect your position as an expert? What even are the benefits of podcast guests? Tune in to hear my answers to these questions and get a better idea of what makes the most sense for your unique show. ⭐️ Resources Mentioned: Follow me on Instagram @podcastingforeducators  🎤 Recommended Podcasting Resources: Hosting: Captivate.fm (Get a free 30-day trial!)Transcription: Otter.aiProject Management: ClickUpPrivate Podcasting: Hello AudioPodcast Playlist Toolkit - use code PODCAST to grab it for $17!Launch Your Podcast: Free Podcast Launch Guide & Podcasting for Educators Prep SchoolLevel Up Your Podcast: Podcast Like You Mean ItLeverage Podcast Guesting: Free Guesting Planning Guide & Guesting for Educators Mini-Course Show Notes: https://podcastingforeducators.com/episode174 Some links mentioned are affiliate links. This helps to support this podcast at no additional cost to you.

    11 min

  5. OCT 30

    173. 2-Year Check-In: My Favorite Captivate Features + NEW Captivate Spark AI

    Two years ago, I switched my podcast host to Captivate. Fast forward to now, and I wanted to share how I'm liking it and what some of my favorite features have been. In this episode, you'll hear about features like podcast playlists, templates, paid memberships, and analytics, as well as their exciting new AI feature, Captivate Spark! If you've been thinking about trying out Captivate as your host, you can use my personal affiliate link to sign up (and get a 30-day free trial!). Or I can set up that transfer for you! Just send me an email at sara@podcastingforeducators.com or a message on Instagram @podcastingforeducators, and we can talk through this a little bit more. And don't forget to enter my podcast mic giveaway! Just leave me a review on Apple Podcasts (including your name or Instagram handle) or screenshot any episode that goes live in October (and tag me in your Instagram stories @podcastingforeducators). Choose one or both (and get two entries), and I will announce the winner in the first week of November! ⭐️ Resources Mentioned: Introducing Captivate Spark AICaptivate YouTube ChannelThe Holiday HeadstartFollow me on Instagram @podcastingforeducators  🎤 Recommended Podcasting Resources: Hosting: Captivate.fm (Get a free 30-day trial!)Transcription: Otter.aiProject Management: ClickUpPrivate Podcasting: Hello AudioPodcast Playlist Toolkit - use code PODCAST to grab it for $17!Launch Your Podcast: Free Podcast Launch Guide & Podcasting for Educators Prep SchoolLevel Up Your Podcast: Podcast Like You Mean ItLeverage Podcast Guesting: Free Guesting Planning Guide & a...

    26 min

  6. OCT 23

    172. Podcasters Weigh In: What Has Made Podcasting Easier or More Fun For You?

    Let's be real: podcasting takes time, just like any other marketing you do for your business. But unfortunately, time is not always on our side. In today's really fun episode, I'm sharing your voice messages about how you save time by making podcasting easier and more fun. (And, of course, I'm also sharing my own tips!) You'll hear a variety of tips ranging from batching, editing, AI, and guest management. So, whether you're just getting started with podcasting or are looking for tips to improve your current process, I know you'll walk away with some good ideas for your show! ⭐️ Resources Mentioned: DescriptCastmagicThe Jasmine Star Show, Episode 472The Jasmine Star Show, Episode 476Follow me on Instagram @podcastingforeducators  🔗 Connect with the Featured Podcasters:  Victoria - Naturally Teaching Elementary ScienceMichelle - Literacy in Color (coming soon!)Erin - School of SellersBranda - Chaos to ConversionsMelanie - Chaos to ConversionsMegan - Copy That ConvertsKhristen - Secondary Teacher PodcastSarene - Emotional Abuse Is RealLauren - High School Counseling ConversationsKelsey - Educate & Rejuvenate: The Podcast 🎤 Recommended Podcasting Resources: Hosting: Captivate.fm (Get a free 7-day trial!)Transcription: Otter.aiProject Management: ClickUpPrivate Podcasting: Hello AudioPodcast Playlist Toolkit - use code PODCAST to grab it for $17!Launch Your Podcast: Free Podcast Launch Guide & Podcasting for Educators Prep SchoolLevel Up Your Podcast: a...

    26 min

  7. OCT 16

    171. Using Email, Website, & Social Data to Help Strategically Market Your Podcast with Kierra Conover

    Whenever we talk about podcast data, your mind probably goes straight to your download numbers. But in reality, there's so much more you can look at. Today, we're going to look at data in a slightly different way. Kierra Conover is here to talk about what you can track outside the norm to help drive decisions around marketing your podcast. She also shares ways to track whether your podcast is generating sales for your business and, for those who have yet to launch, how you can use your existing email and social data to strategically launch your show and come up with your first episode topics. If you enjoyed today's episode, let us know by screenshotting it and adding it to your Instagram stories. You can tag me @podcastingforeducators and Kierra @klc.thestudio. ⭐️ Resources Mentioned: Freebie: Take the quiz to see what to track to double your sales on social, email & beyondKierra's Marketing MembershipflodeskFollow me on Instagram @podcastingforeducators  🔗 Connect with Kierra:  Check out her websiteListen to her podcast, Data over DramaFollow her on Instagram @klc.thestudio 🎤 Recommended Podcasting Resources: Hosting: Captivate.fm (Get a free 7-day trial!)Transcription: Otter.aiProject Management: ClickUpPrivate Podcasting: Hello AudioPodcast Playlist Toolkit - use code PODCAST to grab it for $17!Launch Your Podcast: Free Podcast Launch Guide & Podcasting for Educators Prep SchoolLevel Up Your Podcast: Podcast Like You Mean ItLeverage Podcast Guesting: Free Guesting Planning Guide & Guesting for Educators Mini-Course Show Notes: https://podcastingforeducators.com/episode171 Some links mentioned are affiliate links. This helps to support this podcast at no

    29 min

  8. OCT 9

    170. Q&A: Podcast Launch Edition

    If you've been thinking about launching a podcast but have questions about the tech, time commitment, planning, or monetizing your show, this episode is for you. Today, we are doing a Q&A episode where I answer your podcast launch questions. I posted on my Instagram and asked for questions from those of you who are thinking about launching a podcast. I'm answering questions about what tech you need, how to plan out episodes, when to monetize, and more! And remember to enter my podcast mic giveaway! You can enter by leaving me a review on Apple Podcasts (including your name or Instagram handle) or by screenshotting any episode that goes live in October (and tagging me in your Instagram stories @podcastingforeducators). Choose one or both (and get two entries), and I will announce the winner in the first week of November! ⭐️ Resources Mentioned: MicrophoneHeadphonesAudacityFollow me on Instagram @podcastingforeducators  🎤 Recommended Podcasting Resources: Hosting: Captivate.fm (Get a free 7-day trial!)Transcription: Otter.aiProject Management: ClickUpPrivate Podcasting: Hello AudioPodcast Playlist Toolkit - use code PODCAST to grab it for $17!Launch Your Podcast: Free Podcast Launch Guide & Podcasting for Educators Prep SchoolLevel Up Your Podcast: Podcast Like You Mean ItLeverage Podcast Guesting: Free Guesting Planning Guide & Guesting for Educators Mini-Course Show Notes: https://podcastingforeducators.com/episode170 Some links mentioned are affiliate links. This helps to support this podcast at no additional cost to you.

    31 min
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Podcasting for Educators is a podcast for TPT authors and other online educators. It's a show that will help you get your podcast in front of those who need it most - teachers, school counselors, literacy specialists, SLPs, parents, and more! Each week, Sara Whittaker and her guests will share top tips and actionable strategies that you will need in order to launch, manage, and grow your podcast. You’ll learn how to leverage your show to build long-lasting relationships with your audience and promote your TPT resources, courses, and memberships, all while providing valuable and accessible content! This podcast is for you if you have questions like, how do I start a podcast? How do I grow my podcast? How do I monetize my podcast? What are show notes? And, which stats should I be tracking for my podcast? Sara Whittaker is a teacher-turned-podcast strategist and lifelong learner. You can follow her on Instagram @podcastingforeducators. To work with Sara and her team, head to www.podcastingforeducators.com. Topics covered on this podcast include: how to start a podcast, how to grow a podcast, podcasting tips, podcasting 101, podcast strategy, podcast SEO, teacher author resources, TPT marketing tips, teacher seller strategies, and more. To find out which type of podcasting is best for your business, take the FREE quiz at https://podcastingforeducators.com/quiz

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