Podcasting Tips & Tricks with Lyndal Harris

In this episode, we're talking about podcast transcripts. While podcasts offer a unique audio experience, transcripts are not only fantastic for accessibility, it's a tool that can help you connect with a broader audience, deepen listener engagement, and maximise the impact of your show. In this episode:The significance of transcripts Apple Podcasts transcript featureThe benefits and uses of episode transcriptsVarious tools & platforms for PodcastersLinks:Podnews "How do Apple Podcasts Transcriptions work" articleApple Podcast articleDescriptRiverside FMSwell.aiConnect with Lyndal Harris:InstagramLinkedInFacebookJoin the Australian Podcasters Collaborative Facebook CommunityPodcast VA WebsitePodcasting Tips & Tricks is a show designed to share quick, actionable tips and tricks for launching and growing a successful podcast and is aimed at both new and seasoned podcasters. We'll cover a range of topics from launching, equipment and software, audience growth, marketing, monetising, industry news, trends and lots more.Podcast awareness and listenership are growing year-on-year so it's no surprise that it is still growing in 2024. And now is a great time for small business owners and entrepreneurs to launch a podcast to raise brand awareness and position their expertise whilst building authority and trust.I'm Lyndal Harris, Podcast Consultant and founder of Podcast VA where my team and I simplify the podcasting journey. I'm Lyndal Harris, Podcast Consultant and founder of Podcast VA where my team and I simplify the podcasting journey. We offer a variety of done-for-support services, online and in-person training, as well as strategy sessions and health checks. At Podcast VA, we have launched hundreds of podcasts for both Australian and international clients, who collectively captivate millions of listeners worldwide. And quite a number of these shows have hit number 1 in the charts! 

Welcome back to another Season of Podcasting Tips & Tricks. I'm answering the question of whether it's still worth launching a podcast in 2024 amidst the crowded podcast landscape. This is a question I get asked quite a lot so I'm going to talk about a few things that might make you think a little differently about whether there are too many podcasts for you to produce a show.In this episode:The landscape of podcasting in 2024Evergreen content The importance of strategy Consistency vs. tailored approach Repurposing your podcastConnect with Lyndal Harris:Perfect Podcast Planning ChecklistInstagramLinkedInFacebookJoin the Australian Podcasters Collaborative Facebook CommunityPodcast VA WebsitePodcasting Tips & Tricks is a show designed to share quick, actionable tips and tricks for launching and growing a successful podcast and is aimed at both new and seasoned podcasters. We'll cover a range of topics from launching, equipment and software, audience growth, marketing, monetising, industry news, trends and lots more.Podcast awareness and listenership are growing year-on-year so it's no surprise that it is still growing in 2024. And now is a great time for small business owners and entrepreneurs to launch a podcast to raise brand awareness and position their expertise whilst building authority and trust.I'm Lyndal Harris, Podcast Consultant and founder of Podcast VA where my team and I simplify the podcasting journey. I'm Lyndal Harris, Podcast Consultant and founder of Podcast VA where my team and I simplify the podcasting journey. We offer a variety of done-for-support services, online and in-person training, as well as strategy sessions and health checks. At Podcast VA, we have launched hundreds of podcasts for both Australian and international clients, who collectively captivate millions of listeners worldwide. And quite a number of these shows have hit number 1 in the charts! 

Podcasting Tips & Tricks is designed to share quick, actionable tips and tricks for launching and growing a successful podcast and is aimed at both new and seasoned podcasters.In these predominantly solo episodes, we'll cover a range of topics from launching, equipment and software, audience growth, marketing, monetising, industry news, trends and lots more.I'm Lyndal Harris, Podcast Consultant and founder of Podcast VA where my team and I simplify the podcasting journey. I'm Lyndal Harris, Podcast Consultant and founder of Podcast VA where my team and I simplify the podcasting journey. At Podcast VA, we have successfully launched hundreds of podcasts for both Australian and international clients, who collectively captivate millions of listeners worldwide. Podcast awareness and listenership are growing year-on-year so it's no surprise that it is still growing in 2024. So tune in if you’re thinking about launching a podcast or you have your own show. And if you’d like to ask a question or specific topic to be covered, or you have any feedback for me, please reach out via social media or my website.Podcast VA website:https://www.podcastva.com/

In this episode, I am chatting with Michaela Clark, a digital marketing consultant. Michaela is my biz bestie...and quite honestly Podcast VA wouldn't be where it is today without the endless conversations, ideas, support and help from her.Michaela has been doing content marketing for over 10 years, works with my clients on strategy.For full show notes, go to https://www.podcastva.com/podcast/12-strategies-to-grow-your-audience-with-michaela-clark-episode-30/  

In this show, I run through a list of podcast tasks you can outsource to a VA, or anyone who offers podcast support services.After you've launched your show, it's easy to set-up your ongoing podcast systems but are you best utilising your time by doing all the elements yourself?In this episode:The benefits of outsourcing5-step podcast workflow15 tasks you can outsource Making your podcasting journey easier. For full show notes, go to https://www.podcastva.com/podcast/15-ways-a-va-can-help-with-your-podcast/

In this week’s episode, I’m talking to a friend who has recently launched her show to discuss her podcasting journey. Leanne Webber is a Business Mentor, Founder of 2 Businesses and podcast host. Leanne’s mission is to help entrepreneurs move forward with practical intention to achieve the huge goals they dream of.Leanne recently launched her podcast, Behind the Business Blinds and I really wanted to have a chat to her about the process so you can hear a personal journey from someone….particularly if you’re thinking about launching a podcast and feel like it’s a huge mountain to overcome - both the technical side of things as well as the emotional.In this episode:Leanne's podcasting journeyWhy Leanne launched her show and the benefitsSome challenges she faced prior to launchingHow she overcame these challengesImposter syndromeThe marketing activities Leanne did around launch her show. For full show notes, go to https://www.podcastva.com/podcast/a-podcast-launch-journey-with-leanne-webber/ 

In this solo show, I talk about promoting your podcast launch. You've done all the hard work in getting ready to share your show with the world, the next phase of marketing your podcast begins.In this episode:Pre-launch marketingConsider timelines for the different directories to approveHow to position your launch to appear in the Apple Podcast chartsSome marketing activities for not only your launch but ongoing episodes as well. For full shownotes, go to https://www.podcastva.com/podcast/marketing-your-podcast-launch/ 

In this week’s episode, I’m talking to one of my launch clients about her podcasting journey. Lauren Stratford is a Productivity Coach and Systems Designer who helps overwhelmed creative solopreneurs maximise their impact by providing practical advice and solutions on how to beat business overwhelm and manage their time better.Lauren recently launched her show, The Seriously Sorted Podcast, and I want to have a chat to her about how systems and structures can help podcasters in streamlining their processes and to tap into some of the ways Lauren has set up her podcasting process to help remove the overwhelm of publishing and weekly show.In this episode:Lauren's podcasting journeyWhy Lauren launched her show and the benefitsLauren's podcast workflowHer guest onboarding processWhy Lauren booked a launch strategy session.For full shownotes, go to https://www.podcastva.com/podcast/podcast-processes-with-lauren-stratford/

In this show, I'm talking about ID3 tags. This topic came up from a client's question and then prompted some discussion in the Australian Podcasters Collaborative Facebook Group.In this episode:What is an ID3 tagWhat is their purpose.For full shownotes, go to https://www.podcastva.com/podcast/id3-tagging/

In this episode, I talk with James Cridland from Podnews about podcasting trends in 2020. James is a radio futurologist - a writer, consultant and public speaker on radio’s future. He is Managing Editor of podnews.net, a fantastic daily podcast newsletter and podcast that everyone who is interested in podcasting should subscribe to! In this episode:James' background and his role in the international podcasting industryCurrent trends in podcasting in 2020International statisticsHow audio search will impact podcastingAverage downloads for everyday podcastersYouTube and podcastingWays to syndicate your podcastTrends in podcast sponsorshipNiche podcastsFor full shownotes, go to https://www.podcastva.com/podcast/podcasting-trends-in-2020-with-james-cridland/

In this solo show, I run through a list of podcast directories where you should submit your show to ensure you get into as many ears as possible.In this episode:The big 4 podcast directoriesA list of 27 other podcast directoriesWhat you will need to submit your podcastFor full shownotes, go to https://www.podcastva.com/podcast/podcast-directories/

In this week’s episode, I’m talking to one of my clients about her podcasting journey. Angela Henderson is a business coach for women, keynote speaker and podcaster (at The Angela Henderson Online Business Show who helps women business owners from around the world have consistent 5-figure months and multiple 6-figure years… without burning out in the process.As this podcast is released, Angela is celebrating her 100th episode being released this week. Huge congratulations Ange, your commitment to releasing a new episode every single week since you launched in fantastic!In this episode:Ange’s podcasting journeyHow the podcast has been working for Angela as a marketing tool for her businessUsing your podcast as a tool for building relationships with your guestsHow Ange promotes her podcastMonetisationStaying on top of the weekly podcasting scheduleAnge’s favourite thing about podcasting.For full shownotes, go to https://www.podcastva.com/podcast/a-podcast-case-study-with-angela-henderson/

In this solo show, I run through the 3 steps to ensure that when you transfer your podcast host, you keep all of your episodes, subscribers, ratings and reviews intact.In this episode:Welcome back to Season 3The 3 critical steps to transferring your podcast hostWhy each step is importantA couple of examples of errors people make.For full shownotes, go to https://www.podcastva.com/podcast/how-to-transfer-your-podcast-host/

In this episode, I talk about the different styles of audio editing. I speak to a lot of people who spend hours of their time editing their audio and I think it’s important to know a couple of different styles….because the difference in time can be huge.In this episode:Different styles of editingTime differenceTechnical stepsFor full shownotes, go to https://www.podcastva.com/podcast/audio-editing-episode-20/

It’s a bit of a bug-bear of mine when I hear someone has downloaded a podcast equipment guide only to be told they should spend upwards of $500 to get started. That might work for some podcasters but it doesn’t take into account everyone’s situation and budget.In this episode:Some key considerations when choosing the set-upUSB Microphone recommendationsOther useful equipmentEquipment recommendations on a bigger budgetFor full shownotes, go to https://www.podcastva.com/podcast/how-much-should-you-spend-on-podcast-equipment-episode-19/