Behind the Mic: Avoiding Podfade By Identifying Your Why

Today we have a few topics. First, its a new year! Are you ready? I go through a list of things that you might want to make sure you have.  We talk about asking WHY to help you find additional motivation, and to TIME yourself so you can make informed decisions.  Lastly, some people are making bad decisions for their podcasts as a business, and I give some advice on what to watch out for.  Join the School of Podcasting Community Risk-Free Are you looking to start your own podcast but don't know where to begin? Look no further than the School of Podcasting. Our comprehensive online courses and one-on-one coaching will teach you everything you need to know, from equipment and editing to marketing and monetization. With our proven methods and unlimited one-on-one consulting, you'll be creating high-quality, engaging content in no time. Say goodbye to the frustration and uncertainty and hello to a successful podcasting career with the School of Podcasting. Use the coupon code schoolofpodcasting.com/listener to save on a monthly or yearly subscription. Podcast Giveaway Each month I'll be giving great podcast gear away along with other services. Check it out at schoolofpodcasting.com/giveaway  Chapters 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:00:19 - Opening 00:01:03 - Neil Wants To Sponsor Your Show 00:09:47 - Check Your Email 00:11:24 - Keep Asking Why 00:12:54 - Example: My Whys 00:18:26 - Making Informed Decisions 00:19:27 - Why Podcasting Is Hard 00:20:34 - Join the School of Podcasting  00:21:35 - Giveaway - Enter Today  00:21:51 - The Uncomfortable Conversation  00:25:06 - Trevor Got a Recording Style Deal  00:26:32 - Cohosts Getting Fired  00:27:35 - Network Deals - Do The Work  00:36:13 - School of Podcasting Price Increase? 00:37:12 - Check the Gurus Linkedin 00:38:39 - Question of the Month 00:39:39 - Live Appearances 00:40:11 - Time Yourself with Toggl 00:44:59 - Bloopers 00:45:43 - One More Tip Mentioned In This Episode Join the School of Podcasting Community Arms Around Ukraine Podcast Prenup 7 Tips Podcasters Can Use From Radio with Neil Hedley Gordon Firemark Entertainment Lawyer The Voice Inside My Hed (Neil Hedley) Profit From Your Podcast Book Make Noise by Eric Nuzum Toggl Free Timer Live Well and Flourish Power of Podcasting Network Dave's YouTube Channel Dave's Podcasting Newsletter Buy Dave a Coffee Put Dave In Your Pocket Where Will Dave Be? Question of the Month This episode originates from the School of Podcasting at  https://www.schoolofpodcasting.com/913