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The Art & Business of Meditation

Insight Timer CEO Christopher Plowman on Teacher Earnings & How the Platform is Changing

Mar 11, 2025
01:23:36

I sit down with Insight Timer CEO Christopher Plowman to discuss the platform’s evolution, the shifting landscape for teacher earnings, and what’s next for Insigth Timer meditation teachers and coaches. He shares why certain changes were made, how Insight Timer is balancing sustainability with teacher support, and what strategies can help teachers thrive in this new model.


We also explore the platform’s growth strategy, the role of engagement metrics, and upcoming opportunities for teachers—including new monetization options. I ask some of your burning questions on direct to teacher subscirptions, Insigth Timer Lives, and retreat updates. Whether you're already teaching on Insight Timer or considering it, this conversation offers insight into how the platform is evolving and what it takes to succeed on the app now. 


Takeaways: 

  • Inside look at the Life of the CEO of the world's biggest meditation app

  • How the platform is evolving and what content performs best now.

  • What teachers need to do differently to succeed in this new landscape.

  • The biggest misconceptions about teacher earnings on Insight Timer.

  • What’s coming next for Insight Timer and new opportunities for growth.


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CONNECT WITH CHRISTOPHER:

Website:https://insighttimer.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christoplowman/


Music Credit: Nova by River Roots: https://www.youtube.com/riverroots


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