Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin - Podcast about Podcasting for Podcasters

What’s it like for kids to see their parents running a business? In today’s episode, I’m featuring my client Nata Salvatori of Accidental CEO. Nata chats with her daughters all about the lessons they have learned from watching their mom run her businesses. This episode originally aired on episode 51 of the Accidental CEO 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 This Episode:Accidental CEO Website: accidentalceo.coAccidental CEO Instagram: instagram.com/accidentalceo.coAccidental CEO Episode 51: accidentalceo.co/mini-mogulsConnect with Haylee:instagram.com/hayleegaffinGaffincreative.commicchecksociety.com

In today’s episode, I’m resharing my interview on So, Here’s The Thing with Laylee Emadi. I’m sharing my top 5 reasons why you should start a podcast, plus Laylee and I’s experience of podcasting together for two years. 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: plus 1:19Serve your audience (4:39)Set yourself up as an expert in your field (8:30)Network and connect with industry experts (13:23)Using your podcast as a marketing tactic (21:47)Monetizing your podcast (31:51)Pitching yourself (38:53)Recap (48:36)Mentioned in This Episode:Laylee Emadi Website: layleeemadi.comLaylee Emadi Instagram: instagram.com/laylee_emadiSo, Here’s The Thing Episode 67: layleeemadi.com/5-reasons-to-start-a-podcastConnect with Haylee:instagram.com/hayleegaffinGaffincreative.commicchecksociety.com

How vulnerable should you really be on your podcast? In today’s episode, I’m sharing why you as a business owner should get vulnerable for your audience, plus best practices for doing so. This episode originally aired as Episode 139 on September 10th, 2024. 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: The fine line of vulnerability (2:01)Why it depends on your audience (3:17)The four categories of vulnerability (4:19)The oversharer (5:07)Sharing where necessary (6:25)Spinning your failures into lessons (8:40)Never sharing (10:58)My vulnerable episodes (13:25)Mentioned in This Episode:Episode 093: Giving Up a Dream that No Longer Serves You: gaffincreative.com/giving-up-a-dreamEpisode 086: Be All There: gaffincreative.com/be-all-thereEpisode 020: How We Paid Off Our House in Five Years: gaffincreative.com/how-we-paid-off-our-houseEpisode 014: Overwhelmed? You Can Take A Break: gaffincreative.com/overwhelmedConnect with Haylee:instagram.com/hayleegaffinGaffincreative.commicchecksociety.comReview the Transcript: https://share.descript.com/view/wjz2y69JcAf

Do you know how to efficiently and professionally handle podcast guest communication? In today’s episode, I’m sharing my advice for managing pitches, handling rejections, and communicating with your guests both before and after your show. This episode originally aired as Episode 54 on March 21st, 2022.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. Grab Our Email Templates:Podcast Guest Copy & Paste Email TemplatesPodcast Pitch Rejection Email TemplatesEmail Templates for Asking Your Podcast Guest to Re-recordBundle: Podcast Email TemplatesTime-stamps: Managing Pitches (2:49)Podcast Application Forms (3:06)What Should You Include on Your Podcast Application Form? (3:22)Rejection Emails (4:52)Why Do I Think This is Important? (7:04)“I can talk anything about business!” (8:02)How I Got The Idea (8:54)Guest Communication after the Pitch (10:14)Mentioned in This Episode:How To Schedule Interviews with Your Podcast Guests: gaffincreative.com/how-to-schedule-interviews-with-your-podcast-guestsCalendy: calendly.comMic Check Society: gaffincreative.com/mcsConnect with Haylee:instagram.com/hayleegaffinGaffincreative.commicchecksociety.comReview the Transcript: https://share.descript.com/view/Y1iZ5ZGnczx

What questions do you have for podcast producers? In today’s episode, I’m sharing a panel recording from a recent event with 148 Films here in Chattanooga. Studio manager, Daniel Ashworth interviews myself and local producers, Madison McCann & Michael Crosa, on some big questions about podcasting as a business, plus our best advice for clients and other podcasters. Special thanks of 148 Studios for hosting this event and inviting me to be a part of the panel!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 the podcast producers (3:20)Is there a best time of year to start a podcast? (6:30)How do you measure the success of a podcast? (7:51)Is it professional or a passion project? (10:17)How to go from idea to published? (12:37)What are the best methods of podcast promotion? (17:12)Building a content strategy (21:52)Where should you start with equipment? (23:40)Audio only or video? (27:47)What production tools should you use? (31:47)Can you use podcasting to further business growth? (35:13)What are the emerging trends in the podcast world? (38:50)Mentioned in This Episode:148 Films Website: 148films.com148 Films Podcast Studio: 148films.com/studios#podcast148 Films Instagram: instagram.com/148_filmsSpeakeasy Productions: instagram.com/speakeasyproductions.coPodnooga: instagram.com/podnoogaMic Check Society: gaffincreative.com/mcsInstagram: instagram.com/hayleegaffinConnect with Haylee:instagram.com/hayleegaffinGaffincreative.commicchecksociety.comReview the Transcript: https://share.descript.com/view/lhmgDNGQ03P

Have your podcast goals shifted for 2025? In today’s episode, get an inside look into Mic Check Society, our community for podcasters. Plus, reflect on your podcasting journey and commit to your big goals for the new year. 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:Reflect on your podcasting journey (2:45)What does podcasting look like for you in 2025? (3:27)Committing to your big dreams (4:55)Connect with Haylee:instagram.com/hayleegaffinGaffincreative.commicchecksociety.comReview the Transcript:

The podcast planning challenge is live today! In today’s episode, we’re sharing a teaser of the challenge with top tips for what to consider when launching a podcast. What do you need to know before you launch a podcast? In today’s episode, I’m sharing the most frequently asked questions that I get from potential podcasters. 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:Budget and expenses (2:51)Equipment and software (3:33)Goals, concepts, and audience (3:49)Show details and assets (4:04)Content plan and strategy (4:26)Systems and processes (5:08)Launch plan and strategy (5:32)5 steps to launch your podcast (5:55)Podcasting Resources:3 Day Podcast Planning Challenge: gaffincreative.com/challengePodcast Budget Worksheet: gaffincreative.com/podcastbudgetMic Check Society: gaffincreative.com/mcsConnect with Haylee:instagram.com/hayleegaffinGaffincreative.commicchecksociety.comReview the Transcript: https://share.descript.com/view/v6nBLO8XUk5

What do you need to know before you launch a podcast? In today’s episode, I’m sharing the most frequently asked questions that I get from potential podcasters. Join our 3-Day Podcast Planning Challenge >> gaffincreative.com/challengeToday'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:How do I name my podcast? (2:58)How do podcasts get on players? (4:37)Do I need to invest in gear? (5:56)Advice around launching (8:17)The technical aspects of Apple (9:41)How do I record a show? (10:34)What program should I use for editing? (13:21)How do I get music for my show? (15:30)How do I monetize? (16:52)Podcast Resources:Riverside: gaffincreative.com/riverside - Use Code GAFFIN15 for 15% offDescript: gaffincreative.com/descriptPremium Beat: premiumbeat.com3 Day Podcast Planning Challenge: gaffincreative.com/challengeMic Check Society: gaffincreative.com/mcsConnect with Haylee:instagram.com/hayleegaffinGaffincreative.commicchecksociety.comReview the Transcript: https://share.descript.com/view/a74Eh3rBEPB