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Is It Too Late to Start a Podcast?
Today I share my thoughts and some facts on why it's not too late to start a podcast ( or write a diet book, or become an actor, …
What Makes a Good Podcast?
I see this question in different places. My show is getting X amount of downloads is that good? What Makes a Good Podcast? When I…
How Long Should My Podcast Be?
People ask me, "How Long Should My Podcast Be?" What is the ideal podcast length? For a while, everyone wanted to make a 20-minut…
Podcasting For People Who Are Afraid of Technology
You might be thinking, "Technology and I are not friends." I hear this all of the time from clients, "But Dave you don't understa…
Why Should I Start a Podcast?
Have you ever wondered if you should start a podcast? I've asked my audience and clients this question, "Because of my podcast __…
July 15, 2021
How Do I Get Rid of Impostor Syndrome? Part 2
Today we continue our discussion of Imposter Syndrome and feeling "We're not worthy!" Here are some strategies: You are not defined by your mistakes. The “I must not fail mentality” can be crippling. There is one person who really needs your...
July 15, 2021
The Side Effects of Podcasting
Today we hear how creating a podcast helps you harvest and organize your thoughts. It helps you be more comfortable in front of people. It can give you more confidence to try new things. There are more ways to measure success in podcasting...
July 1, 2021
Do I Need A Website For My Podcast?
I get this question alot, "Do I NEED a website for my podcast?" This is usually from a person who feels they are not a "technical" person and they fear making a website. They feel you need to be a "nerd" to create a website. Well, fear not, you don't...
June 15, 2021
What Do I Do With a Bad Podcast Interview?
You've ended up with an interview that is a real stinker? How do you save your interview? Acknowledge it's your fault Turn it into a narrative style podcast Remove it, or don't publish it. What and How Can I Edit My Podcast? Never forget it is...
June 1, 2021
Should I Put My Podcast On YouTube?
I get this question on an almost daily basis. The answer is: it depends. After all YouTube is quite popular. 2 billion people log into YouTube Each Month 1 Billion hours watched daily In 2019 it was reported that 500 hours of video were uploaded to...
May 15, 2021
What is a Niche? How Do I Niche Down?
A Niche is a group of people. Some people call it your target audience. The bottom line is "everybody" CAN'T BE YOUR TARGET AUDIENCE. Three Tools To Niche Down Demographics (age, sex, location) Business (what is the topic the show is about)...
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Dealing with One Star Reviews
You finally receive a one-star review in Apple podcasts (or some other app). There are those that say you are not a true podcaster until you've received …
Apple's New Marketing Tools
Apple's New Marketing Tools Apple provided some tools in the form of a player. It sounds cool, and it's a way to promote their brand. However, keep in m…
About the Host
Dave Jackson
Podcast Mentor, Speaker, Author
Dave Jackson started experimenting with audio on the Internet in 2004. In 2005 he launched his first podcast and soon launched the School of Podcasting (the Internet's first site dedicated to helping people learn the right way). Along his podcasting journey here are some accomplishment:
3.6 Million Downloads
3044 Episodes
Director of Podcasting for the New Media Expo
Featured Speaker at Podcast Movement 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019
Featured and Keynote Speaker at Podcast Mid Atlantic and Podfest Orlando.
Featured in “The Messengers a Podcast Documentary” (available on Amazon Prime)
2017 Voted Best Technology Podcast – School of Podcasting (previously nominated six-time)
2020 Voted Best Technology Podcast – School of Podcasting
Tech Support at Libsyn.com the largest Podcast Media Hosting Company
Author of the Book Profit From Your Podcast
2018 Inducted into the Academy of Podcasters Hall of Fame