Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin - Podcast about Podcasting for Podcasters

Say you’re not quite ready to launch your podcast yet, but it’s on your list of things to do—today’s episode will help you understand how you can prepare your backend, workflows, and assets to help you set your podcast up for success. We're covering the five things you should have in place before launching a podcast!Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced and brought to you by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.If you're thinking about launching a podcast or growing your existing podcast, make sure you're signed up for our newsletter! Inside this newsletter, we share weekly content about podcasting, resources, and more—plus you'll be the first to know about exciting new offerings and opportunities!Sign up for the newsletter >>Resources Mentioned in Today's Episode:CanvaPlanolyNamecheapWordpressFlodesk | Get 50% off with my affiliate link!gaffincreative.com/newsletterEpisode 46gaffincreative.com/waitlistHaylee's InstagramThe links included in this episode may contain affiliate links, which means when you sign up or purchase through them, I will make a small commission. I only share products that I love and trust! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Two weeks off work sounds amazing right, but when you’re running your own business, it can almost feel too overwhelming to consider all of the things you have to do to finalize it. Well today’s episode is covering exactly what I’m doing to prepare for two weeks off as a busy entrepreneur.Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced and brought to you by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.Get on the waitlist mentioned in this episode: gaffincreative.com/waitlistReview full show notes and resources at clockinginpodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I get a lot of questions as a podcast producer about podcast production. So, I've turned to my listeners over the past few weeks and asked what you want to know about podcast launches. In today's episode I'm diving into those questions as well as some frequently asked questions podcasters ask during their onboarding.Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced and brought to you by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

One thing I knew that I wanted to do in 2022 was to establish a solid work-life balance. This meant choosing personal experiences over work experiences while maintaining and reaching my goals and serving my clients well. Since the beginning of this year, I have implemented 6 things to maintain this work-life balance through the first quarter of this year. Today, I'm sharing those 6 things, how they impacted the Q1 of 2022, and how you can implement them into your business. Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced and brought to you by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you taking advantage of the long-term marketing efforts that search engine optimization can provide for your podcast? I think it's so important, especially for business owners, to be optimizing their podcast show notes for search engines. Today, I'll be sharing who should be optimizing their show notes, why they should be, and how you can implement this into your content planning. Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced and brought to you by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As podcast hosts, we probably all have the ideal guest we'd love to interview on our shows. You can probably think of a few people, or type of people, you'd love to have a conversation with on your podcast. The truth is, though, within the many podcast pitches you receive most aren't going to be this ideal guest. In this episode, we're breaking down how you can vet your guests, the questions to ask potential guests, how to reject the ones that don't fit, and overall how to determine if a guest is right for your podcast. Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced and brought to you by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hosting guests on your podcasts comes with a lot of communication and coordination. This brings me to today's topic-managing guest pitches and communication. In today's episode, we are talking all about that guest communication. We will dive into the expectations that come with hosting a podcast, how to manage pitches, and also how to communicate with guests once they are booked for your show. Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced and brought to you by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.Review full show notes and transcript at gaffincreative.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week in continuing my interviews with my family, I sat down with my brother Tanner Robinson! Tanner joins us to talk about his career in small business, how small businesses can help others, and how you can support small businesses. Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced and brought to you by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.Review full show notes and transcript at gaffincreative.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Happy International Women's Day friends! To celebrate, the time has come to introduce interviews on the podcast with a very special guest, my mom! Sandi Robinson joins us to talk about how entrepreneurship has grown and become more accepted, what loyalty to a company can look like, and the advice she'd give to someone just starting in their career!Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced and brought to you by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.Review full show notes and transcript at gaffincreative.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we are celebrating one full year of Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin! Over the last year of hosting my own show, I have learned more than I could have ever imagined. I am sharing the 6 Most Important Lessons I Learned in the Last Year. Listen in as I discuss the ways this podcast has taught me and helped me grow my business.Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced and brought to you by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.Review full show notes and transcript at gaffincreative.com/051 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Over the last few episodes, I’ve shared about repurposing your podcast content and even how podcast guests can turn their interviews from other podcasts into additional content for their brand. Today, I want to share about why you would consider pitching yourself for a podcast guest interview and podcast guesting benefits that you can use as opportunities in your brand. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you repurposing podcast episode that you're interviewed on as additional content for your own brand? If content creation is important in your marketing plan then this strategy is a perfect fit for you! In today's episode, I'm sharing how you can share about the episodes you're on without interfering with your own brand colors in your feed, highlight your featured episodes in your website's about section, plus how you can create full blog posts and content around podcasts you're a guest on!Review full show notes and transcript at gaffincreative.com/049 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you utilizing your podcast to create additional content for your brand? Content repurposing may be highly underutilized in your marketing strategy! In today's episode, I'm sharing a few ways you can repurpose your content to create not only promotional materials for your podcast, but also brand new content as well!Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced and brought to you by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.Today’s episode is brought to you by Podcast Strategy Calls at Gaffin Creative. Whether you’re looking for a podcast planning call, a podcast audit, or full on podcast strategy, I offer a call specialize just for you! You can choose from three types of podcast strategy call that best fits your needs so that we can help you reach your podcast goals!Review full show notes and transcript at gaffincreative.com/048 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When it comes to prioritizing things in my business, I typically look at my client work as the only priority, but that doesn’t mean that my own business and marketing responsibilities can just fall off my to-do list.It didn’t take me long to realize just how valuable outsourcing or hiring in my business would be for me. In today’s episode, I’m sharing why outsourcing is valuable, how it’s changed my business, and what I’m outsourcing in my own business.Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced and brought to you by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I believe that create efficient systems and building simple workflows in your business can save you time and money as a business owner! In today’s episode, I’m sharing about the importance of systems and workflows in your business, how to approach creating them, and why I believe they can help define your success.Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced and brought to you by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.Get access to the Podcast Workflow Mini Course, the Systems & Workflow Magic Bundle, and the tools mentioned in today's episode at gaffincreative.com/046 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There are so many tools out there to use for your business, that it can be overwhelming to know which to use. I love hearing the different tools that other business owners use, so in today's episode, I'm sharing 5 tools that I truly believe make me a better business owner!Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced and brought to you by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.This month, I'm offering an exclusive discount to my podcast listeners of $50 off Podcast Launch Kit! If you're looking to take the DIY approach to podcasting this year, Podcast Launch Kit is for you! Use the code CLOCKINGIN at podcastlaunchkit.com and enroll today!Review full show notes and transcript at gaffincreative.com/045 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is becoming an entrepreneur or small business owner on your goals list for 2022? Or maybe just being a better business owner? Because that’s certainly on my list! What if I told you it took me 10 years of side-hustling to decide to take my business full-time? Well it did! This week, we’re chatting all about becoming an entrepreneur or a small business owner! I have a ton of thoughts around this and honestly, after over a year of full-time entrepreneurship in this podcasting business, I’m so mad at myself for not doing it sooner.Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced and brought to you by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.This month, I'm offering an exclusive discount to my podcast listeners of $50 off Podcast Launch Kit! If you're looking to take the DIY approach to podcasting this year, Podcast Launch Kit is for you! Use the code CLOCKINGIN at podcastlaunchkit.com and enroll today!Review full show notes and transcript at gaffincreative.com/044 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

While you have probably already set all of your goals for 2022, have you asked yourself how those goals play a role in your life? This year, my goal is to be more intentional with my business based on plans I have for my life. In today's quick episode to kick off the new year, I'm sharing how I decided to do this and what this looks like for 2022! Listen in and make sure you're making your business work for your life!Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced and brought to you by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the last episode of the year, we're rounding up our month-long conversation on monetization. Marketing your won products and services on your podcast is my favorite monetization approach, I utilize it 95% of the time in my own business. I consider this monetization because it’s a direct lead into my services and ties directly to my income. As an added bonus, I’ll also be touching on creating paid memberships for your podcast!Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced and brought to you by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.Review full show notes and transcript at Gaffincreative.com/042 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you considered getting a sponsor for your podcast? As we continue this month's series on monetization, we'll be focusing on podcast sponsorships in today’s episode. Listen in as I share what it can look like to work with a sponsor, what you should consider before pitching, along with my own thoughts on podcast sponsorships.Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced and brought to you by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In PodcastReview full show notes and transcript at gaffincreativ.com/041 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We've all heard about residual income and monetizing your podcast, but exactly how can you do that without securing third party sponsors? Affiliate marketing. I'm uncovering what affiliate marketing is, the pros and cons, and how you can use it on your podcast to monetize and plan your content! Let's find out if affiliate marketing for podcasters is an avenue you should pursue!Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced and brought to you by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.You can see full show notes and a transcript at gaffincreative.com/040 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When we launch a podcast, we often dream about making money off of that podcast. Have you considered all of the ways you can monetize your podcast? It doesn't just include securing advertisements from third parties! This introductory episode will highlight a few ways you can monetize your podcast, then in the following episodes, we'll dive deeper into how to approach each way of monetizing!Review the show notes and transcript at gaffincreative.com/039 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There are dozens of steps you have to take in order to plan and launch a podcast. If you don’t have the time or you simply don’t want to learn every step of the process, I’ve created an offering just for you.In today’s episode I'm sharing about my podcast launch vip days: my done in a day program to planning and launching your podcast! Listen in to hear how these are structured, plus you'll hear from two of my VIP day clients and their experience with their VIP Podcast Launch days!Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced and brought to you by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.Book Your Own VIP Day with Gaffin Creative >>See the full show notes and transcript at gaffincreative.com/038 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You’ve heard all about the importance of building an email list—and trust me I agree. So today, I’m sharing not only how I use my email list, but how I grow it through this podcast and other places with free downloadables!Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced and brought to you by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.Check out the full show notes and transcript at gaffincreative.com/037 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There are a ton of valuable voices in the marketing and business space, but it's important to take advice and education with an understanding that there is no perfect formula that works for every single business. In today's episodes, I'm sharing why marketing gurus aren't always right. After nearly 10 years in the entrepreneur and marketing space, I've learned that you don’t have to take a marketing guru or professional’s advice as truth. They aren’t always right.Review full show notes and transcript at gaffincreative.com/036 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Has hosting a podcast been on your bucket list for a while, but maybe you're not ready to bring on a podcast producer? You're in for a special treat! In today’s episode, you're getting the first look at Podcast Launch Kit, my beginner course for hopeful podcast hosts! Today, I’m sharing why I created this course, who this course is for, and if it’s a right fit for you! Come join me, won’t you?Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced and brought to you by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.Learn more about Podcast Launch Kit at podcastlaunchkit.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you ready for the holidays? As we kick off the month of November today, I’m actively preparing myself and my clients for the holiday season… and the time off that I’ll be taking. In today’s episode, I’m taking you on that planning journey!See show notes and transcript at gaffincreative.com/034 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How are you measuring the success of your podcast? Well, first you need to define the goal. In today’s episode I’m breaking down how you can measure your podcast’s success, but it may not necessarily include episode download numbers like you’re thinking.Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced and brought to you by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.You can view the full show notes and transcript at gaffincreative.com/033. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You’re creating so much valuable content with your podcast episodes, but have you developed a resource hub to house all of that amazing content?Today, I’m sharing why I believe you should create a resource hub on your website for your podcast and a few things you can do to make it even more valuable and impactful for your audience!Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced and brought to you by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.Review the show notes and transcript at gaffincreative.com/032 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Six months ago, I'd never even considered what content batching could do for my business, but since implementing it into my own work and my client work, it has made such a huge impact on my business. In this episode, I'm highlighting a few benefits of content batching and why I think you should use it in your podcast content creation!Grab your free ticket to Chasing Simple: The SummitGrab the Content Creator Toolkit from Chasing Simple: The SummitClocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced and brought to you by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.Review the show notes and transcript at gaffincreative.com/031 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I've been an advocate for brand shoots for years, so today I'm sharing how you can use a brand shoot for your podcast and how to plan for it! Listen in as we chat about planning out your brand shoot to align with your next quarter of content!Make sure you download my Podcast Host Branding Session Worksheet to start planning your brand shoot today!Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced and brought to you by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.Review the show notes and transcript at gaffincreative.com/030 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you struggling to come up with new and engaging content to share on your podcast? Not to mention content that strategically markets your business, products, or services. Today's episode is going to help you nail down your initial content pillars, and potentially plan your next three months of content (or even a full year if you're ready!)Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced and brought to you by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.Review the show notes and transcript at gaffincreative.com/029 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In any project you work on, it’s important to have a plan & a system that helps keep you organized and track your progress.I’m sharing behind the scenes in how I manage my own podcast AND my client’s podcast projects in a project management tool, like asana!Review the show notes and transcript at gaffincreative.com/028Linksgaffincreative.comgaffincreative.com/shopgaffincreative.com/vipdayChasing Simple: The Summit - Grab Your Free Ticket! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Financial freedom has a nice ring to it, huh? It’s a buzzword for a reason—there is some much freedom that comes with having a little less responsibility on you financially. In today’s episode, I’m highlighting a few ways that financial freedom has impacted my life, opened doors to exploring different possibilities in life, and allowed me to chase a dream I really never imagined possible.Check out the full show notes at gaffincreative.com/027 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As a business owner, I've realized how easy it is to let your work spill over into your "non-working" hours. Today, I'm sharing 5 boundaries I've set in my business to help me maintain a better work/life balance.Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced and brought to you by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.Check out the full show notes at gaffincreative.com/026 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You sit down to record your podcast content, but what are you supposed to include? Today's episode is all about the structural components that make up a podcast episode and the different ways you can arrange them! Listen in as I describe some of the most popular elements and structures that I see with my podcast clients, and the podcasts I personally listen to!Check out full transcript and show notes at gaffincreative.com/025 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Securing guests on your podcast isn't as easy as a simple ask—you need to put a little bit of thought into it. In today's episode, I'm sharing how to craft perfect pitches to secure guests to come on your show!clockinginpodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Let's expand your reach and share your knowledge with other—let's pitch you for some podcast interviews! Being a guest has a ton of benefits, but there's one thing standing in your way of landing those opportunities... your pitch.In today's episode, I'm sharing how to approach pitching, determine who to pitch, how to pitch, and crafting the perfect topics for your pitch! Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced and brought to you by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.Review the full show notes and transcript at gaffincreative.com/023 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Launching a podcast can really be as simple or complicated as you want to make it. As someone who’s managed and produced podcasts for the last four years, I want to help you understand a few things you should consider while planning your podcast concept or launch.In this episode of Clocking In, I'm sharing a few things you need to plan out before you launch your podcast! These concepts come straight from my Podcast Planning Workbook, available in my podcast shop! If you're ready to plan your podcast, get started with this quick 9 minute episode!Review the full show notes and transcript at gaffincreative.com/022 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

So you're familiar with the concept of podcasting, but you're probably wondering... how do I actually get this content out there on every podcast platform? I have the answers! Join me every Monday in August for a new episode all about podcasting!In this episode, I'm sharing what you need to look for in a podcast hosting platform and which one I recommend to all of my clients!Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced and brought to you by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.Review the show notes and transcript at gaffincreative.com/021 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We did it! It's been nearly a year since we paid off our house and I'm sharing some of the details that led to paying off our home and how it's impacted our lives since (especially in the last year)!Listen in as I debunk three common myths people have about paying off debt, along with a few really important steps that helped us on our journey to paying off our house (in just five years).Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced and brought to you by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.Review the full show notes and transcript at gaffincreative.com/020 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you getting the most out of your wordpress website's functionality? In today's quick 9 minute episode, I'm sharing 5 plugins you should install on your wordpress site!Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced and brought to you by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.Review full show notes and transcript at gaffincreative.com/019 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you invested in professional or business education to grow more in knowledge, skills, or personal development? Today, I'm sharing all about my investment with The Laylee Emadi Mastermind!Listen in as I highlight what I loved, what I'd do different, and how I think hearing perspectives of others can impact your entire business plan for the better!Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced and brought to you by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.Review the show notes and transcript at gaffincreative.com/018 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you wasting a ton of time managing your podcast because you don't have the appropriate templates in place? I've got you covered! Today, I'm sharing 5 templates every podcaster needs to streamline their podcast production (two of which you can grab in my shop)!Listen in as I share about email templates, interview outlines, graphics, and so much more in this important episode all about podcast templates!Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced and brought to you by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.Review the show notes and transcript at gaffincreative.com/017.Grab the products mentioned in today's show at gaffincreative.com/shop. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you're in the podcasting world, you've likely heard that Apple is releasing paid subscriptions starting tomorrow! By offering paid subscriptions within their platform, Apple is allowing podcasters to create exclusive content to subscribers in order to monetize their podcast.In today's episode, I'm sharing the pros and cons to using this new feature, but also highlighting a few changes you'll need to make in your podcast whether or not you decide to use paid subscriptions with Apple Podcast App!Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced and brought to you by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.Download my Free Apple Podcast Subscription Verbiage TemplateReview the full show notes and transcript at gaffincreative.com/016 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What does your client experience say about you and your brand? Everything. Your clients are the only people you need to satisfy in your business, so it's important to make sure the experience they have goes above and beyond!In today's episode, I'm sharing how you can improve your client experience in just a few steps to day, but then how becoming your own client can make the biggest impact in the experience you're providing!Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced and brought to you by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.Review the full show notes and transcript at gaffincreative.com/015 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We talk a lot about feeling overwhelmed on this podcast—both in business in life. While I mostly offer solutions, I've neglected to share the most important one: taking a break.In today's episode, I'm sharing about why you haven't seen a new episode from me in two weeks and what it can look like to take a break from something in your business or life when you get a little overwhelmed (or just aren't up for sharing).Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced and brought to you by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What does it mean to outsource your podcast editing? How do you when it's the right time to hand your podcast production over to someone else?In this episode, I'm breaking down the responsibilities I handle for my clients, the time you could save by outsourcing your podcast editing, and the reasons you should hire a producer for your podcast!Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced and brought to you by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.Review the Show Notes What Goes Into Podcasting (1:49)Podcast Content Planning & SEO Strategy (2:20)gaffincreative.com/011gaffincreative.com/012What Tasks to Outsource for Podcasts (2:46)Editing the Episode with Intros, Outros, and AdsEpisode DescriptionCreating Show Notes and Pull Quotes for PromotionsEpisode TranscriptionGraphics for Blog, Social, Newsletter, and Guest PromotionScheduling the Episode on Podcast Hosts and WebsitesFinalizing the Meta Data for Search Engine OptimizationScheduling Social Media for Instagram, Facebook, Linkedin, and PinterestAdding to Upcoming Newsletters or Text Message AppsEmailing the Guest Details and GraphicsScheduling Reminders for the GuestEnsuring the Episode Goes LiveQuarterly Reviews for Your Podcast Strategy (3:56)Three Reasons You Would Outsource Podcast Editing (5:43)Your business and life are just too busy for you to be spending time on something you’re not necessarily getting paid to do. We’ll talk more about this in a moment.You don’t know how to edit, create beneficial show notes, design graphics and wave files, upload your show, etc.You either don’t want to do the work or you don’t want to deal with the stress of adding one more thing to your plate.Consider Your Budget for Outsourcing Your Podcast Editing (6:22)Your Podcast Goals: Marketing, Monetizing, and Strategy for Your Podcast (6:59)Book Your Podcast Discovery Call with Haylee: gaffincreative.com/contactThe Woman I’m cheering for This WeekMoms + My MomLinksgaffincreative.com/podcast-productioninstagram.com/hayleegaffinReview the transcript at gaffincreative.com/013 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is your goal of opening a photography studio soon becoming a reality? Maybe you're still in the dreaming phase of it! If so, I'm sharing a few pieces of wisdom from one studio owner to another one.In this episode, we're pulling back the curtain to give you an inside look at what it's like to be a studio owner, things I'm glad I did, advice I wish I'd had, and a few lessons I've learned through experience! Grab your notebook, and let's plan for a few things before you jump all in to a photography studio space.Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced and brought to you by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.Review the Show NotesThe History of The Studio (1:09)The Current State of The Studio + Lessons Learned (2:19)Finding the Perfect Studio Space (2:55)What I Learned After Opening a Photography Studio1. Remodeling The Studio & The Investment (3:13)What I'd Do Differently in My Studio's Remodel (4;30)1. Checked the foundation/state of the rooms before planning2. Considered worst case scenarios and planned for them3. Given myself a longer timeline for opening and taken dedicated time off work to do it.Before + After Photos of The Studio at gaffincreative.com/0122. Save at Least 6 Months of Studio Rent (5:26)Why: You should be able to pay for your studio space for at least 6 months without any sessions (or in case a global pandemic hits) so you're able to work through the first few months of getting your name out there.Bonus Tip: Figure out how much you have to shoot in order to pay studio rent each month. (9:23)3. Create a System for Rentals that Works for You (9:33)My System in Honeybook (9:53)1. Create a webpage for your studio rental with an inquiry form.2. Have email templates for every scenario to gather details or send over brochures, proposals, applications, etc.3. Send a proposal email with details and what to expect, along with a proposal that requires a 50% deposit due upon receipt and 50% due one week before rental.4. Send a reminder email the day before their rental with a code, rules, and the address.5. Send a feedback questionnaire and request for a google review.Try Honeybook for Free + Get 50% Off Your First Year When You Sign UpContact me if you're looking for one-on-one help with your studio's systems!4. Set Boundaries for Yourself in Your Business (11:51)Communication Boundaries (12:01)Renter Applications & Boundaries (12:45)5. Setting Rules for Your Studio (14:45)6. Plan a Budget for Maintenance in Your Studio (16:20)7. Invest in a Security System & Keypad Code for Your Studio (17:27)Why I Got Security for My Studio: (17:39)1. Being alone in the space and inviting unknown clients to the space.2. Having recurring dreams of someone breaking into my space.Why I Got a Keypad Code: (18:30)1. Driving to the studio before and after every rental wasn't efficient.2. I can always ensure it's locked after a rental right from my phone.Rent The Studio by Gaffin CreativeJoin The Studio's Facebook GroupInquire now about my one-on-one coaching for studio owners. The Woman I’m cheering for This WeekAinsley WallsLinksgaffincreative.com/studioinstagram.com/hayleegaffinReview the Transcript at gaffincreative.com/012 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you planning your search engine optimization strategy based off of tangible data in your business? Today we're exploring how Google Search Console can help you strategically plan your content.Listen in as I share how to set up Google Search Console, my favorite features of the tool, and how I use the data within it to create a better SEO strategy for my website content.Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced and brought to you by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.Review the Show NotesInstall Google Analytics (1:13)Installing Google Search Console (1:29)- Head over to - Login with Google Account- Add Property- Enter URL - Verify Your Website with Google Analytics Tracking IDActively Tracking Data (1:57)Using Google Search Console (2:14)- Submitting my sitemap- Monitor usability and errors- Review my site’s search performanceSubmitting Your Sitemap (2:33)Generating Your Sitemap (2:47)Monitor Usability & Errors (2:54)Keyword Planning Based on Performance (4:33)Search Console > Performance > QueriesGoogle Search Console Data from gaffincreative.com: Q1 2021 (4:53)# of times gaffincreative.com showed up in Google Searches: 12,900# of times gaffincreative.com was clicked on from Google Searches: 295Top Keywords/Phrases: Photography Studio Rental, Chattanooga Headshot Photographer, Photography Studios near meGoogle Search Console Data for Podcast Keywords from gaffincreative.com: Last 28 Days (5:39)Podcast Budget Template: 40 searches, 8 impressions, 2 clicksRoyalty Free Music for Podcasts: 1900 searches, 393 impressions, 1 clickKeyword Planning with Google Search Console (7:15)- List a few of the top clicks/impressions that I’m performing under- List a few of the top searched works that I’m showing up underStrategizing Content Around Keywords & Data (8:02)- How can I built better content around these keywords or phrases?- What related searches are people making that I can build even more content around? (that’s where the Keywords Everywhere tool I mentioned comes into play)Haylee's Exercise Example (8:42)Top Photography Keyword: Chattanooga Headshot PhotographerPotential Keywords to Work Towards: Chattanooga photographer, Photographers in chattanooga, Chattanooga commercial photographer, Photography chattanooga, tn, Headshot studio chattanoogaDestination Photographer Example (10:20)The Woman I’m cheering for This Week (12:41)Jess Ekstrom:Author of Chasing the Bright SideCEO of Headbands of HopeHost of Business on the Bright SideOther Episodes Mentioned in this Episode:010: Beginner's Guide to SEOBlog Posts Mentioned in this Episode:MusicLinksgaffincreative.com/podcast-productioninstagram.com/hayleegaffinGoogle Search Consoleyoast.comkeywordseverywhere.comReview the transcript at gaffincreative.com/011 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.