How many downloads is considered “good” for a podcast? How many downloads should you get when you are first starting out? How many downloads is my competition getting?These questions are as old as podcasting itself. But the answer is not the same for each person or for each show. It is incredibly subjectives but lets try to at least get you a point of reference for your show.In this episode, we will talk about:+How many downloads is considered good?+How many downloads do I need to get for a podcast to be worth my time?+How long do I need to keep going till I know if Ill be successful?Articles I sited: https://blog.podcast.co/reach/podcast-download-numbersBuzzsprout Metrics: https://www.buzzsprout.com/global_stats?date=2023-04-01Got Questions? Isaac would love to hear from you! | Linkedin | sir.isaac.smith@gmail.com​“Sir” Isaac Smith has been working in audio production for over eight years, guiding new podcasters through the process of creating, launching, and maintaining their shows. Whether you are contemplating how to get your podcast off the ground or you’re interested in taking your production game to the next level, subscribe to The Full Time Podcast Producer as your go-to resource for pure podcast education.CHECK OUT all our inspiring podcasts at https://www.lifestough.com/.

Is it too late to make a change about my show? What will the audience think? What if it doesnt work?The last thing you neIn this episode, we will talk about:+How many active shows there are+Why your show has a chance of rising through the ranks+How consistency is key to winning in this industyGot Questions? Isaac would love to hear from you! | Linkedin | sir.isaac.smith@gmail.com​“Sir” Isaac Smith has been working in audio production for over eight years, guiding new podcasters through the process of creating, launching, and maintaining their shows. Whether you are contemplating how to get your podcast off the ground or you’re interested in taking your production game to the next level, subscribe to The Full Time Podcast Producer as your go-to resource for pure podcast education.CHECK OUT all our inspiring podcasts at https://www.lifestough.com/.

What is SEO and why does it matter? Why cant I find my podcast on apple but I can find it when I search on Google?SEO in podcasting is messy to say the least. You can find content on google but when you search for it on apple or spotify, the results leave a lot to be desired. Why is that and does SEO ever matter?In this episode, we will talk about:+Why SEO is still important+The Google search bar vs the Apple and Spotify search bar+Tools for gettings started with SEO for your podcastGot Questions? Isaac would love to hear from you! | Linkedin | sir.isaac.smith@gmail.com​“Sir” Isaac Smith has been working in audio production for over eight years, guiding new podcasters through the process of creating, launching, and maintaining their shows. Whether you are contemplating how to get your podcast off the ground or you’re interested in taking your production game to the next level, subscribe to The Full Time Podcast Producer as your go-to resource for pure podcast education.CHECK OUT all our inspiring podcasts at https://www.lifestough.com/.

Why do so many podcasts fail?How do I keep from becoming a statistic? Do I have a plan for my show?Over 80% of podcasts have not published an episode in the last 365 days. Why? Well a lot of shows dont count the cost before they get started. They dont have a plan and things fall apart. So what can you do abou titIn this episode, we will talk about:+Having a plan for your show+Benefits of mapping out your show +What I have see work in other showsGot Questions? Isaac would love to hear from you! | Linkedin | sir.isaac.smith@gmail.com​“Sir” Isaac Smith has been working in audio production for over eight years, guiding new podcasters through the process of creating, launching, and maintaining their shows. Whether you are contemplating how to get your podcast off the ground or you’re interested in taking your production game to the next level, subscribe to The Full Time Podcast Producer as your go-to resource for pure podcast education.CHECK OUT all our inspiring podcasts at https://www.lifestough.com/.

Should I start a video Podcast? Can I be Successful on youtube or is the market flooded? How is having a podcast on youtube different than on other platforms?These are some of the questions that come up a LOT when people ask about video podcasting…Fortunately, I found a guest for today’s show that can answer them for us!Meet Koko! Koko Mendez is the Co-Owner of Mendez Modern Media LLC, which is a media company that currently provides YouTube channel services for real estate professionals in the luxury industry. She is a tech-savvy millennial with an advertising background who is passionate about helping real estate professionals leverage the power of the latest in digital marketing. Koko believes in helping create inspiring visuals to share with potential buyers, as well as providing educational content and marketing insights to her clients. With a dedication to providing the highest quality media services, Koko and Team Mendez Modern Media have become the stealthy secret sauce in the real estate industry for YouTube Channel services.In this episode, I ask Koko about:+Competition on Youtube+Understanding the Youtube Algorythm+Best practices if you are just getting startedConnect with Koko using the links below:TikTok @teammendezmodernmedia/ @marketinghoney /@theleomendezIG: @marketinghoney / @theleomendezemail: info@mendezmodernmedia.comGot Questions? Isaac would love to hear from you! | Linkedin | sir.isaac.smith@gmail.com​“Sir” Isaac Smith has been working in audio production for over eight years, guiding new podcasters through the process of creating, launching, and maintaining their shows. Whether you are contemplating how to get your podcast off the ground or you’re interested in taking your production game to the next level, subscribe to The Full Time Podcast Producer as your go-to resource for pure podcast education.CHECK OUT all our inspiring podcasts at https://www.lifestough.com/.

How many downloads is considered “good”? How am I performing compared to the rest of the industry? How many downloads should I be getting if I want to be the best?I get these questions a lot, and Id like to break down my answer for you in this episode. You might be surprised how few you need to get to stand out and how far apart the “lead podcasters” are from each other in download numbers. Just remember not to compare yourself to shows that are not in your nicheIn this episode, I talk about:+Industry data on downloads+Where you are compared to your competition+Who NOT to compare yourself toGot Questions? Isaac would love to hear from you! | Linkedin | sir.isaac.smith@gmail.com​“Sir” Isaac Smith has been working in audio production for over eight years, guiding new podcasters through the process of creating, launching, and maintaining their shows. Whether you are contemplating how to get your podcast off the ground or you’re interested in taking your production game to the next level, subscribe to The Full Time Podcast Producer as your go-to resource for pure podcast education.CHECK OUT all our inspiring podcasts at https://www.lifestough.com/.

Can everyone see your show in search? Can YOU see your show in search? When you open Spotify or apple, does your podcast even show up?If there was one thing I could change about podcasting, it would be that they would do a better job with their search engine. One of the advantages of YouTube that we dont talk much about is that YouTube is treated as a data base. You can type in a question and get video results. Podcasting is nothing like that, I can ask a question or list a topic and get results that have nothing to do with what I say.So how do we get around this?In this episode, I talk about:+Tips for getting more eyes on your show+The problem with podcast searchability+Why being on YouTube might be an advantage for your showGot Questions? Isaac would love to hear from you! | Linkedin | sir.isaac.smith@gmail.com​“Sir” Isaac Smith has been working in audio production for over eight years, guiding new podcasters through the process of creating, launching, and maintaining their shows. Whether you are contemplating how to get your podcast off the ground or you’re interested in taking your production game to the next level, subscribe to The Full Time Podcast Producer as your go-to resource for pure podcast education.CHECK OUT all our inspiring podcasts at https://www.lifestough.com/.

What if you could pick and choose the people you wanted to network with? What if you could prequalify a lead and have a 30-minute relationship-building conversation with them? Would that help your business?Podcasting is an amazing place where you can pick and choose the people you talk with. If you need to meet other professionals who can help you, you can have them on. If you are needing to generate leads for your business, you can have on potential clients and potential partners for other opportunities.The only catch is you need to have a podcast to make it happen.So let me ask you, are you leaving business on the table by not having one?In this episode, I ask Angie about:+The business benefits of having a podcast+How to network as a podcaster+The business that can take place between a well-chosen podcast guest and show host.Got Questions? Isaac would love to hear from you! | Linkedin | sir.isaac.smith@gmail.com​“Sir” Isaac Smith has been working in audio production for over eight years, guiding new podcasters through the process of creating, launching, and maintaining their shows. Whether you are contemplating how to get your podcast off the ground or you’re interested in taking your production game to the next level, subscribe to The Full Time Podcast Producer as your go-to resource for pure podcast education.CHECK OUT all our inspiring podcasts at https://www.lifestough.com/.

How do I get to be a guest on another podcast? How do I get invited? How do I find shows that are in front of my target audience and will lead to audience growth?This is a topic we have talked about some on the show but it is high time that we had an expert’s opinion, so today we will be talking to Angie Trueblood.As the founder of The Podwize Group and host of the "Go Pitch Yourself" podcast, Angie Trueblood uses her entrepreneurial spirit, innovative thinking, and super-connector powers to deeply support business owners who are using podcasts as a core tenet of their business growth. Angie is the podcast guesting queen and teaches other podcasters and professionals not only how to connect with the right shows they need to guest on, but also how to reach out to get invited, and the proper practices of being a good guest. (it really is a skill set you need to have).In this episode, I ask Angie about:+How to find shows that would be a good fit for you+The best way to reach out to them and get invited to come on+The advantages of guesting when it comes to audience growth.Connect with Angie using the links below:Website: https://thepodwizegroup.com/Podcast:https://thepodwizegroup.com/the-go-pitch-yourself-podcast/Instagram: @thepodwizegroup Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angietruebloodhttps://www.facebook.com/thepodwizegroupGot Questions? Isaac would love to hear from you! | Linkedin | sir.isaac.smith@gmail.com​“Sir” Isaac Smith has been working in audio production for over eight years, guiding new podcasters through the process of creating, launching, and maintaining their shows. Whether you are contemplating how to get your podcast off the ground or you’re interested in taking your production game to the next level, subscribe to The Full Time Podcast Producer as your go-to resource for pure podcast education.CHECK OUT all our inspiring podcasts at https://www.lifestough.com/.

There are so many audio editing software, which one should I use?Do I have to pay money? Do I have to learn how to edit? Is there a way to automate it?Simply put, there are a lot of good options for your show, but Ill recommend some in this episode.In this episode, we will talk about:+Different editing softwares+Free and Paid options+Some of the advantages and draw backs of each oneGot Questions? Isaac would love to hear from you! | Linkedin | sir.isaac.smith@gmail.com​“Sir” Isaac Smith has been working in audio production for over eight years, guiding new podcasters through the process of creating, launching, and maintaining their shows. Whether you are contemplating how to get your podcast off the ground or you’re interested in taking your production game to the next level, subscribe to The Full Time Podcast Producer as your go-to resource for pure podcast education.CHECK OUT all our inspiring podcasts at https://www.lifestough.com/.

What is the difference between a Youtube channel and a podcast?Is there a difference? Can I do both? With the increase in video podcasts being put out there it is easy to get podcasting and YouTube confused.But there is a massive difference in what you can do and how you can present via each medium.In this episode, we will talk about:+Differences between YouTube and Podcasting+Questions to ask yourself when deciding which you should pursue+Why you need to focus on one first and the other secondGot Questions? Isaac would love to hear from you! | Linkedin | sir.isaac.smith@gmail.com​“Sir” Isaac Smith has been working in audio production for over eight years, guiding new podcasters through the process of creating, launching, and maintaining their shows. Whether you are contemplating how to get your podcast off the ground or you’re interested in taking your production game to the next level, subscribe to The Full Time Podcast Producer as your go-to resource for pure podcast education.CHECK OUT all our inspiring podcasts at https://www.lifestough.com/.

So want to be a guest on another person’s podcast.Be cautious, because there is definitely a right and wrong way to go about doing that.A lot of requests to be a guest on another podcaster’s show go unread and unanswered. The key to getting invited isnt just to stand out, it is also to be short, direct, and respectful of their time. So many podcasters who reach out make it all about “me, me, me”. Lets talk about how to avoid doing that.In this episode, we will talk about:+What is wrong with how a lot of podcasters reach out.+How you can make your request simple and direct while standing out.+The importance of making your request about the show’s audience and not about you.Got Questions? Isaac would love to hear from you! | Linkedin | sir.isaac.smith@gmail.com​“Sir” Isaac Smith has been working in audio production for over eight years, guiding new podcasters through the process of creating, launching, and maintaining their shows. Whether you are contemplating how to get your podcast off the ground or you’re interested in taking your production game to the next level, subscribe to The Full Time Podcast Producer as your go-to resource for pure podcast education.CHECK OUT all our inspiring podcasts at https://www.lifestough.com/.

Is it too late to start a podcast?It seems like everyone has a podcast, isnt the market flooded?In the last episode, we talked about how there were around 3 million podcasts available to the public today. In this episode, we are going to talk about how that impacts and how you are not really competing with 3 million podcasts. Only 500K of podcasts are active, and most of those shows dont upload weekly…that means you are only competing with 17% of the 3 million podcasts in existence…and get this, not all of them are targeting the same audience as you.In this episode, we will talk about:+How many active shows there are+Why your show has a chance of rising through the ranks+How consistency is key to winning in this industyGot Questions? Isaac would love to hear from you! | Linkedin | sir.isaac.smith@gmail.com​“Sir” Isaac Smith has been working in audio production for over eight years, guiding new podcasters through the process of creating, launching, and maintaining their shows. Whether you are contemplating how to get your podcast off the ground or you’re interested in taking your production game to the next level, subscribe to The Full Time Podcast Producer as your go-to resource for pure podcast education.CHECK OUT all our inspiring podcasts at https://www.lifestough.com/.

How many podcasts are there? Where is the market going?  How many active podcasts are there?  There is a lot of data out there for podcasting, and in this episode, I do my best to cram the interesting points into a short and sweet episode.  Now that is quite an episode for me to want to make, especially given my biases in podcasting, but I save my predictions and own opinions for the end of the episode. If you really want to know what this podcast producer thinks, you'll have to listen through to the end.  In this episode we will cover: +Data across podcasting as an industry +Growth projections for 2023 and beyond +My predictions and opinions regarding the data  Links to the articles mentioned in this episode:  https://influencermarketinghub.com/podcast-statistics/#toc-1  https://podcastpage.io/podcast-statistics/#:~:text=There%20are%20about%20700k%20active,the%20number%20is%20about%20500%2C000  https://www.oberlo.com/statistics/podcast-listener-numbers#:~:text=According%20to%20the%20latest%20data,be%20103.6%20million%20in%202023.  Got Questions? Isaac would love to hear from you! | Linkedin | sir.isaac.smith@gmail.com  ​“Sir” Isaac Smith has been working in audio production for over eight years, guiding new podcasters through the process of creating, launching, and maintaining their shows. Whether you are contemplating how to get your podcast off the ground or you’re interested in taking your production game to the next level, subscribe to The Full Time Podcast Producer as your go-to resource for pure podcast education.  CHECK OUT all our inspiring podcasts at https://www.lifestough.com/.

Is It Better To Be A Podcast Guest or To Be A Podcast Host?Which is more work? Which takes less time? Which leads to the best results?Podcast guesting is just as important a tool as podcast hosting in the world of online media. They have their advantages and their disadvantages, but in this episode, we will break it down so you can decide what is best for you.In this episode we will cover:+Advantages of each+Some of the drawbacks of each+How to get the best of both worldsGot Questions? Isaac would love to hear from you! | Linkedin | sir.isaac.smith@gmail.com​“Sir” Isaac Smith has been working in audio production for over eight years, guiding new podcasters through the process of creating, launching, and maintaining their shows. Whether you are contemplating how to get your podcast off the ground or you’re interested in taking your production game to the next level, subscribe to The Full Time Podcast Producer as your go-to resource for pure podcast education.CHECK OUT all our inspiring podcasts at https://www.lifestough.com/.

Do you have to have a large show to make money off your podcast? Can having a podcast generate revenue for you and/or your business? Can I see a return on my investment as a podcaster?  When we are honest with ourselves, we will admit that it would be great to have a show that is cash flow positive. It is a goal a lot of us have but we dont often vocalize it. What if there was a way to have a show that brought in money but didnt require us to have thousands of downloads?  All you have to do is make the content your audience loves, invite guests that can speak to your show’s content needs, and make sure you capitalize on the opportunities that can come with adding other professionals to your network.  In this episode we will cover: +Content based networking +Leveraging a podcast for Lead Generation for your business +The benefit you business will have as a result of having guests on your show.  Resources talked about in this episode:  Content-Based Networking: How to Instantly Connect with Anyone You Want to Know by James Carbary  Got Questions? Isaac would love to hear from you! | Linkedin | sir.isaac.smith@gmail.com  ​“Sir” Isaac Smith has been working in audio production for over eight years, guiding new podcasters through the process of creating, launching, and maintaining their shows. Whether you are contemplating how to get your podcast off the ground or you’re interested in taking your production game to the next level, subscribe to The Full Time Podcast Producer as your go-to resource for pure podcast education.  CHECK OUT all our inspiring podcasts at https://www.lifestough.com/.

I just had a conversation with a prospective client who insisted that money was no object when it came to setting up his home podcast studio.As much as I might love hearing that as a producer, it introduces a new line of problems that people on a tight budget also face.Do I need something just because it is expensive? How do I know which brand has the best quality? Is there anything that will enhance my show that I didnt know about when I was on a tighter budget?In this episode, we address all of that and give you an outline of what your kit could look like if you had deeper pockets then most of us do when we start out. Even if you aren't at this point yet, this episode may help you something to aspire to.In this episode, we will talk about:+What high-end equipment will actually help you+The magic that is the RodeCastr Pro+Upgrading from USB to XLR micLinks to the equipment we talk about:PodMic by RodeShure SM7BSound PanelsRodeCastr ProGot Questions? Isaac would love to hear from you! | Linkedin | sir.isaac.smith@gmail.com​“Sir” Isaac Smith has been working in audio production for over eight years, guiding new podcasters through the process of creating, launching, and maintaining their shows. Whether you are contemplating how to get your podcast off the ground or you’re interested in taking your production game to the next level, subscribe to The Full Time Podcast Producer as your go-to resource for pure podcast education.CHECK OUT all our inspiring podcasts at https://www.lifestough.com/.

Are you needing to sound like a million bucks without spending a million bucks?As I shared in past episodes, you don't have to break the bank in order to sound great.What you might not know is how you sound is directly impacted by some of the hardware you use.We arent just talking about microphones and volume settings, there are a lot more factors that can come intro play. And the best part is, they dont break the bank.In this episode, we will talk about:+What goes into creating your DIY home podcast studio what will make you sound great while not breaking your budget+What role each piece of gear plays+How you may already have a lot of the parts you need already.Links to the equipment we talk about:Blue Yeti MicShock Mount for the Blue YetiBoom armPop filterZencastrGot Questions? Isaac would love to hear from you! | Linkedin | sir.isaac.smith@gmail.com​“Sir” Isaac Smith has been working in audio production for over eight years, guiding new podcasters through the process of creating, launching, and maintaining their shows. Whether you are contemplating how to get your podcast off the ground or you’re interested in taking your production game to the next level, subscribe to The Full Time Podcast Producer as your go-to resource for pure podcast education.CHECK OUT all our inspiring podcasts at https://www.lifestough.com/.

You have established an outline for how to create podcasts effectively and know you can guide people through the process, you have established what services you offer and how much they will cost, you know who your ideal client is, and you have started pitching to them and may have even landed a client or two…Now what?What is the last step in becoming a professional Podcast Producer?Simple, get even BETTER at what you do.It may sound ridiculously simple, and it is, but that doesn’t mean it is always easy. For the rest of your career, you are going to be on this step. And nobody is going to be taking it for you any more than they did for the other ones. It is up to you to continue to level up your craft so that you can be the professional you want to be and get paid what you want to get paid.In this episode, I share some thoughts on how to get better at your job and some action steps that have helped meIn this episode, we will talk about:+Knowing your competition+Improving your process and work quality+Keeping track of your own growth and progressIf you have made it this far, know that I am proud of you and I'm here if you need to pick my brain.Got Questions? Isaac would love to hear from you! | Linkedin | sir.isaac.smith@gmail.com​“Sir” Isaac Smith has been working in audio production for over eight years, guiding new podcasters through the process of creating, launching, and maintaining their shows. Whether you are contemplating how to get your podcast off the ground or you’re interested in taking your production game to the next level, subscribe to The Full Time Podcast Producer as your go-to resource for pure podcast education.CHECK OUT all our inspiring podcasts at https://www.lifestough.com/.

Why does my voice sound like I am recording through a can, while everyone else sounds better than me?Do I have to have fancy equipment to have quality sound for my podcast?Most podcasters have similar experiences and questions when they are starting out…its super frustrating that we cant sound as good as we like. But before you start buying the equipment you see the big podcasters using, you need to pause and see what you can do with what you have.Achieving quality sound while recording a podcast in your own home is not difficult.I work with a number of podcasters who are simply using a computer and a microphone but have had drastic improvements made to their sound by simply changing their surroundings.In this episode, we will talk about:+The common issues new podcasters have with their audio quality+How sound works+How to change your surroundings to improve your audio qualityGot Questions? Isaac would love to hear from you! | Linkedin | sir.isaac.smith@gmail.com​“Sir” Isaac Smith has been working in audio production for over eight years, guiding new podcasters through the process of creating, launching, and maintaining their shows. Whether you are contemplating how to get your podcast off the ground or you’re interested in taking your production game to the next level, subscribe to The Full Time Podcast Producer as your go-to resource for pure podcast education.CHECK OUT all our inspiring podcasts at https://www.lifestough.com/.