During May, I am revisiting previous case studies that I’ve shared via Podcasters Getting Paid and doing a deep dive into each one of these case studies and monetization strategies by sharing my personal experiences monetizing and this week I’m revisiting how creators can make money solving ONE problem.
I’m going to share why I decided to create Podcasters Getting Paid and what it has been like focusing on this one problem. Paid subscribers will be able access that content towards the end of the newsletter.
Examples of Podcasters Solving One Problem:
Phylicia Jones-I Find You Close-A resource that shares speaking leads so that speakers can save time researching speaking opportunities.
Previous Case Study
Jeremy Enns-Podcast Marketing Academy-Helps podcasters learn about the different strategies they could use to market their podcasts.
Upcoming case study
Danielle Desir-Grants for Creators-A resource that curates leads on grants. Saving time for supporters who would like to apply for grants to use towards their creative work.
Previous Case Study
This Week’s Announcements:
In this week’s newsletter I share 3 personal examples of how I helped solve a problem and made money doing it. One is a digital product, another is a service and the third is a digital product that also can be a physical item. I share the good and the challenges of each product and what to consider if you decide to solve a problem in a similar way. This Thursday I will share some insights into what it’s like growing a newsletter (Podcasters Getting Paid) and why everyone should grow a newsletter or email list. I’ve included a link to a podcast episode where I talk about the similarities and differences between a newsletter and email list.
1-on-1 Podcast Monetization Coaching, availability is ending next week. I won’t be taking coaching clients for the entire summer and will be available again for coaching in September.
If you are needing some input, support or feedback on a podcasting/brand monetization strategy book you session As Soon As Possible. I’m working on the “How to Prepare for and Land Brand Partnerships” Workshop that will be on Wednesday, May 31, 2023. This is going to be hands on and my goal is to help attendees build out their monetization strategy by the end of the workshop. The workshop is $97 and the deadline to register is May 25, 2023. I want to make sure there’s enough time to reach out to everyone before we meet.
Paid Subscriber office hours are on Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at 7:00 pm MTN/9:00 pm EST.
Finally, I wanted to say thank you to the amazing supporters of Podcasters Getting Paid. For those of you who are enjoying the free tier, the $5 tier, have made an annual $50 payment and Founder’s contributions-thank you so much for supporting this project. My goal has been to create and grow an accessible tool that helps as many people as possible while allowing folks to learn from the case studies shared in this resource. Also, make sure to check out the presenting sponsors of the newsletter: Podcast Movement and Swell AI-I’ve included more details at the bottom of this post.
Upcoming Workshop
“How to Prepare for and Land Brand Partnerships” which will be held on Wednesday, May 31, 2023 at 6:00 pm MTN/8:00 pm EST. Cost: $97. My goal is to have attendees prepped and ready to get their first brand partnerships by the end of this year. Deadline to Register: Thursday, May 25, 2023 (before Memorial Day Weekend)
The Workshop Will Cover
How to Price Your Partnership
Understanding the concept of value and how to communicate it to your brand partner
Why a brand would work with you when they often collaborate with well known and larger shows
How to to negotiate a partnership that makes sense for you when the terms change
Workshop Scholarships (2)
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Denver Podcasting Meetups
I’m hosting a meetup at a local coffee shop sometime in May TBA
Podcast Movement-Meetup tour will be held in Denver on June 30, 2023
Portland 6/26/2023
Seattle 6/27/2023
Vancouver 6/28/2023
May Monetization Strategies Review
Each week I will record and share some additional thoughts and strategies to consider based on the monetization strategy shared. I’ve made money with each strategy. Each monetization strategy has both benefits and challenges to consider.
Week #1 Affiliate Marketing (May 4, 2023-Shared)
Week #2 Solve One Problem (May 11, 2023-Shared)
Week #3 Brand Partnerships (May 18, 2023)
Make sure to sign up for the Brand Partnership Workshop on May 31, 2023 today! Cost: $97
Week #4 Crowdfunding (May 25, 2023)
Week # 5 Freelance writing (May 31, 2023)
Presenting Sponsors and Supporters
Thank you so much for all of your generous support. With each $5 subscription, $50 annual subscription and Founder’s contribution I’m able to continue producing “Podcasters Getting Paid” that I purposely built as an accessible tool for podcasters who are in the testing phase of their business. You can invest in helpful resources for your businesses that are financially accessible.
Swell AI
I’m so excited to be partnering with Swell AI. This tool is the way I like AI to be used:
Generate show notes
Create social media posts
Creates transcripts for PREVIOUSLY RECORDED content!
Podcasting can be so time consuming. Save your time and simplify your process with Swell AI.
Podcast Movement Denver
I’m so excited to partner with Podcast Movement this year. I love that it’s being hosted in my hometown of Denver.
Build your social and professional network
Share your expertise (even if you’re not a speaker)
Meet industry professionals
Learn from the community
And enjoy all of the parties! I love attending Podcast Movement and know that you will too.
Michelle Discusses Starting Podcasters Getting Paid
(Paid Subscribers)