
Insider Secrets to a Top 100 Podcast with Courtney Elmer | Podcasting Strategy for Business Growth Why Most Podcasts Struggle to Make Money (and How to Fix It) | Kevin Chemidlin
Think monetizing your podcast is as simple as landing a sponsor and calling it a day? Not so fast. Kevin Chemidlin, host of Grow the Show, is back to reveal why rushing to monetize can sabotage your podcast—and how holding off can actually set you up for bigger profits and a stronger connection with your audience.
We’re unpacking Kevin’s four-step framework for podcast growth and monetization, where he reveals how to get your audience not just listening, but lining up to buy what you’re offering.
So if you’re ready to stop supporting your podcast out-of-pocket and turn your show into a true profit-driver, hit play and let’s dive in.
0:02 - Why Monetizing Your Podcast Too Early Can Backfire
1:05 - Why Waiting to Monetize Actually Helps You Make More Money
6:15 - 3 Things You Need to Monetize Your Podcast Successfully
9:29 - What Really Turns Listeners into Buyers
15:54 - How to Track ROI from Your Podcast the Right Way
Episode Links:
- Check out Kevin Chemidlin’s podcast: Grow the Show
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