Send Krystal a Text Message. "What the heck is Human Design? And how can we apply it to podcasting?" Those were the questions I had when today's guest was presented to me. And I'm so grateful for the conversation that came out of it! Kelsey Abbott is a Human Design Coach, host of the "Find Your Awesome" Podcast, and -- possibly my favorite title I've ever seen -- an Instigator of Joy. In our chat today, we talked about what human design is and how we, as podcasters, can apply this concept to our...
Feb 25, 2021•42 min•Season 1Ep. 232
Send Krystal a Text Message. "Why do I feel like I'm dragging my feet every time I'm supposed to be recording my podcast?... How do you have so much energy?... What am I missing?" Here's the thing, I'm NOT a magical podcast unicorn. (Although, I may have been sprinkled by some magical fairy dust at some point that gets me super fired up about podcasting.) But, I do have some tips for how you can have more energy when you're recording your podcast. In today's episode, I'm sharing with you 5 ways ...
Feb 23, 2021•33 min•Season 1Ep. 231
Send Krystal a Text Message. "How can I make sure my podcast represents more voices in my community?" A question I found myself asking a lot over the last 6 months. So, when I was given the opportunity to chat with today's guest, I couldn't get the word "yes!" out of my mouth fast enough! In today's episode, I'm interviewing entrepreneur and coach, Erica Courdae, who specializes in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). I've heard Erica on several podcasts speak about her experience working wit...
Feb 18, 2021•49 min•Season 1Ep. 230
Send Krystal a Text Message. "What do I say in a podcast ad?" is something I was recently asked in our free Facebook Community by Pastor Elder. It was during a Facebook live where we were talking about dynamic content, where to place ads in your show, and how to add them to your podcast. But the lingering question was, "What do you actually say?" So, that's what we're covering today. We're diving into the 3 different types of ad styles and which ones are my favorite! We're also talking about cal...
Feb 16, 2021•28 min•Season 1Ep. 229
Send Krystal a Text Message. Are you ready to stop treating your podcast as a hobby and start showing up as a serious podcaster? Then you'll love this conversation today. In my interview with Racheal Cook, host of the "Promote Yourself to CEO" podcast, we're talking about strategies she's used on her own journey of podcasting since 2012. We're diving into content creation, strategies for funnels, as well as touching on the mindset it takes to keep showing up as an entrepreneur. Racheal shared wi...
Feb 11, 2021•46 min•Season 1Ep. 228
Send Krystal a Text Message. "Okay, I think I understand how email marketing works...but how can I get people to go from listening to my podcast to actually getting on my email list?" A question I've been asked a little too often. In today's episode, we're talking about the 3 most important things to consider when you're distributing a lead magnet on your podcast. We're diving into where you're sending your audience, how you'll add the CTA to your podcast, and how to actually deliver the thing y...
Feb 09, 2021•33 min•Season 1Ep. 227
Send Krystal a Text Message. Let's talk about Goodpods, my favorite podcast player! I recently sat down with Goodpods Co-Founder, JJ Ramberg, to talk about what Goodpods is and how it can help podcasters. That's right! Our conversation wasn't just about being a podcast listener but also about creative ways to engage with your podcast audience on the platform. JJ, who used to host a large podcast for a popular news outlet, said, "...part of our mission is really to get under the radar voices out ...
Feb 04, 2021•38 min•Season 1Ep. 226
Send Krystal a Text Message. Have you doubted yourself along this journey, dear podcaster? Have you asked yourself, "Am I really cut out to do this?" If you have, you're not alone! Most podcasters struggle with podcast impostor syndrome when they're just getting started. And, believe it or not, seasoned podcasters struggle with this too! Maybe you're in the middle of creating your content for the first time and you hear your voice. "Is this going to be good enough for a podcast?" Or maybe you're...
Feb 02, 2021•30 min•Season 1Ep. 225
Send Krystal a Text Message. I know you don't love to talk about podcast show notes. Either they're too time-consuming, overwhelming, or you just don't have the capacity to even think about them yet! Well, today's podcast guest will have you thinking differently. Chelsea Clarke is a podcast host as well as a website and blogging expert that's sharing so many words of wisdom today. We're diving into SEO strategies that you can implement whether you've been podcasting for years or you're just dipp...
Jan 28, 2021•46 min•Season 1Ep. 224
Send Krystal a Text Message. "Do I need to have all of my guests sign a podcast release form? What happens if someone asks me to take a piece of content down? How can I add something into my processes to make sure I get consent from my guest to publish our interview?" First of all, I'm NOT a lawyer. Not even close. (Though those 2 semesters of Business Law did boost my ego into thinking I could be Elle Woods!) However, I've had so many new podcasters asking me about podcast guest release forms l...
Jan 26, 2021•30 min•Season 1Ep. 223
Send Krystal a Text Message. Y'all, everyone is freaking out about Clubhouse! So, I felt like it was time for me to throw out the ideas I have for how podcasters can use Clubhouse. Today, I'm sharing with you 3 ways you can use this brand new platform to connect with your audience - and even find new potential listeners! I'm also sharing some tips on getting started as well as some basic etiquette tips that were given to me when I first got on Clubhouse. You'll walk away from this episode feelin...
Jan 21, 2021•38 min•Season 1Ep. 222
Send Krystal a Text Message. Did you know podcast ads aren't reserved for big podcasts that have thousands of listeners and millions of downloads? That's right, you can get started creating your own ads for your podcast from Day One of your show! (And I think you should!) In today's episode, we're talking about the different types of content ads that you can use within your podcast: pre-roll, mid-roll, and post-roll. Since we've been talking about Buzzsprout's new "Dynamic Content" feature, I th...
Jan 19, 2021•35 min•Season 1Ep. 221
Send Krystal a Text Message. I've been waiting for this day for so long! Buzzsprout's new podcast tool - "Dynamic Content" - is officially available to all Buzzsprout users. Now, what does this mean for you? Well, it means all of those self-sponsored ads you've been thinking about creating for your programs, events, and launches - the ones you've asked yourself, "How can I tell my audience about this big thing coming up?" - are now easy to create! And I mean SUPER EASY! Today, I'm walking you th...
Jan 14, 2021•34 min•Season 1Ep. 220
Send Krystal a Text Message. Is appearing on other podcasts one of your goals this year? Maybe you desire to guest on podcasts with similar topics or with hosts that you know you'll instantly connect with. That's great and all, but do you know how to maximize your guest appearances so that hosts will want you to come back on their show? Or how to effectively share your interviews with your audience so they will listen? In today's episode, I'm sharing with you 4 tips for how you can promote your ...
Jan 12, 2021•20 min•Season 1Ep. 219
Send Krystal a Text Message. Thinking about starting a podcast? Or figuring out ways to build wealth? Then today's episode has everything you need. I'm sitting down and chatting with my friend and fellow entrepreneur, Tasha Cochran, and chatting about all of the experiences she's had in her business. We're talking about her leaving her successful career as a lawyer, growing a massive YouTube following, and how building wealth plays a huge role in her business and personal life. We also talked ab...
Jan 07, 2021•48 min•Season 1Ep. 218
Send Krystal a Text Message. I love talking to podcasters. Like, it's a pure joy for me to sit down and chat with podcasters about their personal journey with their show. But it's even more special when it's a previous student of mine who's had incredible success with their show! Today's guest, Brittany Bennion - host of the Posed for Success Podcast, is sharing all about her first year of podcasting. Not only is Brittany a podcast host, but she's also an amazing photographer and personal brandi...
Jan 05, 2021•43 min•Season 1Ep. 217
Send Krystal a Text Message. Have you ever set intentions for a year? This is something totally separate from goals. Goals are more of a concrete, measurable that you can see once it's hit. Intentions are what you're setting out to accomplish overall with your goals. So, technically, the two go hand in hand. In today's episode, I'm sharing with you my intentions for this podcast in 2021 in hopes that you develop your own podcast intentions. We're talking about experimenting with content, offerin...
Dec 31, 2020•32 min•Season 1Ep. 216
Send Krystal a Text Message. Podcast burnout is my ultimate enemy. It's the thing that I try to help podcasters avoid at all costs. So today, I wanted to talk about how I've overcome my own version of podcast burnout by getting more organized with my podcast. I'm sharing with you the 4 main areas where I overhauled my podcast processes to make things run more smoothly, save my sanity, and help me stay excited about creating my show every week. We're talking about creating a podcast content calen...
Dec 29, 2020•28 min•Season 1Ep. 215
Send Krystal a Text Message. I just wanted to take a few minutes to thank this audience so much for all the beautiful things I've learned from this community about showing up for one another, giving back, and being able to overcome so many obstacles this year. This episode is a tribute to you - The Proffitt Podcast Listener - as we celebrate many things this holiday season. Click the "Send Krystal a Text Message" link above to send us your questions, comments, and feedback on the show! (Pssst......
Dec 24, 2020•7 min
Send Krystal a Text Message. Today, I'm sharing with you the 3 ways that my podcast has completely changed my business - of course, in the best way possible! We're talking about how the podcast made it 10x easier to show up on social media, how guesting on other podcasts is a gamechanger, and how this platform has allowed me to know and understand my audience better. There's no doubt that without this podcast, my business would look totally different and I'd be struggling to make real connection...
Dec 22, 2020•25 min•Season 1Ep. 214
Send Krystal a Text Message. "What if I suck and no one listens to my podcast?" Eesh, those are some harsh words to hear from a discouraged podcaster. But you'd be surprised how many times I've heard this question. And if one person is asking it, there are 20 more people thinking it. Today, I wanted to address the issue of thinking your podcast is going to suck. Because this is something I thought when I first started too. So, I speak from a place that connects me really deep to this message. Ho...
Dec 17, 2020•30 min•Season 1Ep. 213
Send Krystal a Text Message. Okay, we need to have an upfront and real conversation about the podcast you haven't started. Yes, this show today is all for those of you that haven't launched your show yet. Don't worry, I'm not pointing fingers and calling you out by name. But I am giving you the tough love talk that I believe you need because we need your message. And most often I see potential podcasters giving me excuses disguised as reasons for not getting their podcast up and running. "Well, ...
Dec 15, 2020•27 min•Season 1Ep. 212
Send Krystal a Text Message. I get asked all the time about bonus podcast episodes. "What are they? When do you use them? Do they follow the same rules as your regular episodes? How do you do show notes for them?" If you've been wondering about bonus podcast episodes too, then you're in luck! Today, I'm breaking down my definition of a bonus podcast episode, explaining exactly when they'd be a good fit for your podcast, and how to utilize them successfully. Hopefully, you'll walk away from this ...
Dec 10, 2020•28 min•Season 1Ep. 211
Send Krystal a Text Message. Thinking about the new year and how to set your podcast up for success? Then you'll love today's episode all about planning your podcast content calendar. I'm sharing with you the 3 things to consider as you start looking ahead at 2021 and some of the challenges you could potentially face. We're talking about setting the right kind of boundaries so you aren't blind sighting your team members, family, or friends with your schedule. We're discussing strategies to feel ...
Dec 08, 2020•27 min•Season 1Ep. 210
Send Krystal a Text Message. Today, we're covering the elusive crosscast for podcasters. "What is it? How does it work? Are there pros and cons?" I'm giving it all to you today. We're defining what a crosscast is, why you should consider it, and how it can help your podcast. So if you've heard the term "crosscast" and have been wondering what it is or if the term is brand new for you, you'll walk away from today's episode with new ideas and plans for your future content. Stay tuned for future ep...
Dec 03, 2020•25 min•Season 1Ep. 209
Send Krystal a Text Message. "How do I grow my podcast?" It's the number one question I get asked as soon as someone launches their show. And I get it. It's the natural next step after you launch: growing and scaling. But a lot of new podcasters are trying to grow their show before they've established a good foundation for their current audience. In today's episode, I'm giving you 4 ways to focus on your current podcast listeners so that they will be encouraged to come back every week to listen ...
Dec 01, 2020•31 min•Season 1Ep. 208
Send Krystal a Text Message. If you're listening in the USA today, then you're likely celebrating Thanksgiving. And with that being the theme of today, I wanted to release a bonus episode telling you all about my own gratitude practices that I've done for years. Click the "Send Krystal a Text Message" link above to send us your questions, comments, and feedback on the show! (Pssst...we'll do giveaways in upcoming episodes so make sure you leave your name & podcast title.) Support the show...
Nov 26, 2020•10 min
Send Krystal a Text Message. "Do I need to be on my podcast artwork? Does it need to have my name? Should I use fancy shapes, colors, and fonts?" In today's episode, I'm answering all of your podcast artwork questions that I hear all the time. Whether you've already launched your show and you're looking to rebrand or you're in the creation stages and trying to figure out your podcast identity, this episode is packed with practical ways to help you design your podcast artwork. If you have additio...
Nov 24, 2020•26 min•Season 1Ep. 207
Send Krystal a Text Message. "Podcast websites can be super intimidating..." And all the new podcasters said, "AMEN!" I get it. You're trying to figure out your brand new baby podcast and then someone - [cough] me! - comes along and tells you, "You really need a website for your podcast..." and you start bawling like a toddler in Target who was just told no. Well, if that has been you in the past, then you're going to love today's interview with marketing and sales funnel expert, Susan Leonardso...
Nov 19, 2020•53 min•Season 1Ep. 206
Send Krystal a Text Message. Have you ever gone on a business planning retreat? I'm talking about taking your ideas and creativity on the road (hopefully a beautiful destination - outside of your home) and being 100% intentional with your time. This is what I recently did with my mom and it was everything! We took our huge sticky notes (yes, the ones you can peel and stick on the wall) and set our intentions for the weekend. In today's episode, I'm breaking down the biggest takeaways I had from ...
Nov 17, 2020•29 min•Season 1Ep. 205
