{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/6031a3582e66d963c6fa1cf9/67f02012dd74d6439c489da3?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"164: Foundations of Podcast Growth: Grow Your Podcast Series Pt. 1","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/6031a3582e66d963c6fa1cf9/1743791225007-b3193027-4a3a-4e7a-bab7-4403b6e7b5ba.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>Are you tired of releasing episodes week to week and getting no download growth? In this episode, I’m kicking off a brand-new series where I’ll be breaking down the exact strategies you need to expand your podcast audience—starting with the essential foundations.</p><p><br></p><p>In this first episode, I’m covering:</p><ul><li>Why podcast growth matters (and why it’s NOT just about big numbers)</li><li>The 3 core growth strategies: organic, collaborations, and paid growth</li><li>What sustainable, realistic growth actually looks like</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Whether you’re just getting started or looking to scale, this series will give you the tools you need to grow your show strategically.</p><p><br></p><p>Today's episode is brought to you by<a href=\"http://micchecksociety.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"> Mic Check Society</a>, our community for podcasters who are looking to take their podcast from good to great. Come join us for educational trainings, a private member's only community, and monthly calls! Get $10 off per month with code PODCAST at<a href=\"http://micchecksociety.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"> micchecksociety.com</a>.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced by <a href=\"https://gaffincreative.com/podcast-production/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Gaffin Creative</a>, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at <a href=\"https://gaffincreative.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Gaffincreative.com</a>, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Time-stamps:&nbsp;</strong></p><p>Why podcast growth matters (2:09)</p><p>Three pillars of podcast growth (3:39)</p><p>Organic growth (3:52)</p><p>Collaboration and borrowing audiences (4:31)</p><p>Paid growth opportunities (5:11)</p><p>What sustainable growth looks like (6:36)</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect with Haylee:</strong></p><p><a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/hayleegaffin/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">instagram.com/hayleegaffin</a></p><p><a href=\"https://gaffincreative.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><u>Gaffincreative.com</u></a></p><p><a href=\"http://micchecksociety.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><u>micchecksociety.com</u></a></p><p><br></p><p>Review the Transcript: https://share.descript.com/view/Plzue2YOIAh</p>","author_name":"Haylee Gaffin, Growth Strategist for Podcast Hosts"}