Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin - A Podcast for Podcasters

Do you have to focus on just one audience in order to sell digital products? In this bonus episode, Colie James interviews Elizabeth McCravy about how she’s been able to successfully grow her product suite to serve very separate audiences. Elizabeth shares how she’s built each of her offers, approached the beta tests and launches, and how she’s cultivated an engaged audience who is ready to invest with her.This episode originally aired on episode 136 of Business-First Creatives.Today's episode is brought to you by Mic Check Society, 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 micchecksociety.com. Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.Mentioned in Today's Episode:Episode 241 Breakthrough Brand PodcastEpisode 7: Webinars, Low-Ticket Offers, and What I Learned About SalesJames Clear’s Episode on Tim Ferris’ PodcastEpisode 46: The Cost of Disorganization with Ashley SchulerElizabeth InstagramColie InstagramTime-stamps:Get to know Elizabeth (5:03)Marketing your business & products (7:18)Elizabeth’s first freelance clients (12:07)Choosing Showit (14:15)Moving to template based offerings (16:19)Elizabeth’s transparent numbers (19:13)Building Booked Out Designer (29:53)Beta launching & pricing (32:13)Building her action-taking audience (34:57)Preparing her audience for Podcast Success Blueprint (41:28)Long-form content as a library of work (50:03)Using your personal brand to sell (59:31)Review the Transcript: https://otter.ai/u/SHmsfuIpKyVm_orawBbcpfpCfK0?utm_source=copy_url

Are you resistant to using video for your podcast? In today’s episode, I’m diving into why I think you need to use video to promote your podcast and ways to do so without becoming a Youtuber. Plus, I’m sharing clever ways that my clients have utilized video for their own podcasts. Today’s episode is brought to you by Riverside FM, the virtual recording studio I rely on for creating studio quality content—both in audio and video. Riverside has become my go-to tool for recording solo episodes, interviews, Mic Check Society trainings, and even taking my calls! Get started with Riverside FM by heading to https://creators.riverside.fm/ClockingIn and use the code GAFFIN15 for 15% off!Have you heard of Mic Check Society? It's 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 micchecksociety.com. Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Important Sections:Getting started with video (3:29)Using a recording studio (3:38)Actually use your camera (4:39)Create a visually appealing setup (6:07)Ways to utilize video recordings (7:04)Adding video to Youtube (7:08)Reels, TikToks, and YT Shorts (9:13)Utilizing live recordings (11:54)Behind the scenes timelapses (14:01)Promotional videos beyond social media (16:54)Client examples (18:19)Mentioned in this Episode:creators.riverside.fm/ClockingIn - use the code GAFFIN15 for 15% offyoutube.com/@coliejamesdanielmoyercoaching.com/podcastyoutube.com/@HoneyBookyoutube.com/@Joymichelleyoutube.com/@LaShondaMBrownyoutube.com/@thrivetogetherblogConnect with Haylee:instagram.com/hayleegaffinGaffincreative.commicchecksociety.comReview the Transcript: https://otter.ai/u/5GoLNMzPTlXOX9ZQH9Jy20QKLn0?utm_source=copy_url

Are you recording your podcast interviews on one track or two? In today's episode, we're exploring what it means to record a multi-track recording and the three benefits you'll have when you do record each participant individually!Today’s episode is brought to you by Riverside FM, the virtual recording studio I rely on for creating studio quality content—both in audio and video. Riverside has become my go-to tool for recording solo episodes, interviews, Mic Check Society trainings, and even taking my calls! Get started with Riverside FM by heading to https://creators.riverside.fm/ClockingIn and use the code GAFFIN15 for 15% off!Have you heard of Mic Check Society? It's 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 micchecksociety.com. Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.Mentioned in this Episode:creators.riverside.fm/ClockingIn - use the code GAFFIN15 for 15% offConnect with Haylee:instagram.com/hayleegaffinGaffincreative.commicchecksociety.comReview the Transcript: https://otter.ai/u/SNN1R0rN2jhZqfu6pZkYPQE-H8I?utm_source=copy_url

How can I boost my listenership or grow my show? What does monetization look like? Friends, have you ever wanted to just throw questions at a podcast producer and get quick and direct answers? In today's episode, I'm answering six questions from our audience in quick, no fluff responses!Today’s episode is brought to you by Riverside FM, the virtual recording studio I rely on for creating studio quality content—both in audio and video. Riverside has become my go-to tool for recording solo episodes, interviews, Mic Check Society trainings, and even taking my calls! Get started with Riverside FM by heading to https://creators.riverside.fm/ClockingIn and use the code GAFFIN15 for 15% off!Have you heard of Mic Check Society? It's 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 micchecksociety.com. Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.Time-stamps:How do I boost my listenership? (4:07)Pros and cons of editing? (6:27)What does monetization actually look like? (8:03)How do I know if I rank on charts and does it matter? (9:00)Tips for titling my podcast episodes? (10:42)I feel like I'm doing this alone, any advice? (11:55)Connect with Haylee:instagram.com/hayleegaffinGaffincreative.commicchecksociety.comReview the Transcript: https://otter.ai/u/jpXP5J9xibuYjB9zNg0NJ55xVM4?utm_source=copy_url

What do you do when there is a problem with a guest episode? Today I’m sharing how to handle re-recording with your guest, or even needing to scrap an episode entirely. I’m giving tips on navigating a variety of podcast problems so that you will be able to handle each one with confidence. Today’s episode is brought to you by Riverside FM, the virtual recording studio I rely on for creating studio quality content—both in audio and video. Riverside has become my go-to tool for recording solo episodes, interviews, Mic Check Society trainings, and even taking my calls! Get started with Riverside FM by heading to https://creators.riverside.fm/ClockingIn and use the code GAFFIN15 for 15% off!Have you heard of Mic Check Society? It's 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 micchecksociety.com. Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.Mentioned In Today's Episode:Episode 054: Podcast Pitches and Guest CommunicationEmail Templates for Asking Your Podcast Guest to Re-recordPodcast Resource ShopTime-stamps:Reasons that you may want to re-record (3:42)Fix the problem in post-production (9:38)Scraping an episode (16:36)How to handle the situation with the guest (18:21)Your podcast represents you and your brand (24:10)Email templates for re-recording and feedback (26:13)Connect with Haylee:instagram.com/hayleegaffinGaffincreative.commicchecksociety.comReview the Transcript: https://otter.ai/u/NR2WbYVQWseXB0rAqza22SgZOIM?utm_source=copy_url

With so many tools on the market, how do you know what you need for your podcast? In today’s episode, I’m sharing six tools that I would recommend to a brand new podcaster. Today's episode is brought to you by Mic Check Society, 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 micchecksociety.com. Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.Mentioned in Today's Episode:Try Buzzsprout: gaffincreative.com/buzzsproutTry Riverside: gaffincreative.com/riverside 15% off with code GAFFIN15Try Descript: gaffincreative.com/descript Try Canva: gaffincreative.com/canva Try Flodesk: gaffincreative.com/flodesk 50% off your first yearTry HoneyBook gaffincreative.com/honeybook 50% off your first yearGet 15 Off Gaffin Creative Shop Products with code: PODCASTTime-stamps:Buzzsprout (1:48)Riverside (3:08)Descript (6:09)Canva (7:55)Flodesk (8:42)HoneyBook (10:24)Connect with Haylee:instagram.com/hayleegaffinGaffincreative.commicchecksociety.comReview the Transcript: https://otter.ai/u/wnFXf5Kt02uReSouHfd0k-KUW58?utm_source=copy_url

Should you use templates for your podcast assets? In today's episode, I'm explaining why templates are a great starting point and sharing a few templates to consider when you're getting started or trying to grow your podcast!Today's episode is brought to you by Mic Check Society, 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 micchecksociety.com. Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.Mentioned in Today's Episode:Gaffin Creative's Podcast Planning Workbook - Use PODCAST for 15% offFree Podcast Scripting WorksheetPodcast Guest Email Communication Templates - Use PODCAST for 15% offCanvaCanva Launch Graphic - Use PODCAST for 15% offgaffincreative.com/shopConnect with Haylee:instagram.com/hayleegaffinGaffincreative.commicchecksociety.comReview the Transcript: https://otter.ai/u/iS6luP3WQ3FQK4mwAWAv-9MnFGY?utm_source=copy_url

Are you wondering how you can use podcasting as a marketing tool in your business? In today’s episode, I’m resharing my interview on Business First Creatives with Colie James. We’re chatting about how to determine if a podcast is a good fit for your business, advice for podcasters who are just getting started, and strategies to make your podcast a success.  Today's episode is brought to you by Mic Check Society, 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 micchecksociety.com. Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.Time-stamps:Get to know Haylee Gaffin (2:43)Outsourcing as a solopreneur (7:58)The hardest part of launching your podcast (12:04)Business benefits of having a podcast (18:10)Marketing your podcast (24:08)Building your business to enjoy your life (30:56)Haylee’s biggest business f*** up (38:57)Mentioned in Today's Episode:Dan’s EpisodeSarah’s EpisodeRiversideDescriptBuzzsproutHoneybook [50% off your first year]Dubsado [30% off your first year with coliejames]Connect with Colie:Colie website coliejames.comColie instagram https://www.instagram.com/coliejames/Connect with Haylee:instagram.com/hayleegaffinGaffincreative.commicchecksociety.comReview the Transcript: https://otter.ai/u/38h5T8kb7zZMdMdz7TgN2Lydo3Q?utm_source=copy_url