Goal Setting The Right Way For Your Podcast

In this episode of Pod to Profit, hosts Liz and Abbey discuss the essential elements of setting goals for your podcast. They emphasize the importance of having a clear purpose and direction to avoid burnout and maintain focus. The conversation covers various aspects of podcasting, including defining your podcast's purpose, monetization strategies, understanding your audience, content style, and setting realistic goals. The hosts provide actionable steps for listeners to create effective podcast goals using the SMART framework, ensuring that their podcast aligns with their overall vision and strategy.

Takeaways

• Define your purpose. Why are you starting your podcast?
• Assess your audience. Are you starting from scratch?
• Be realistic about what you can sustain.
• Align your goals with monetization strategies.
• Use SMART goals to shape your content and schedule.
• Consider your content style and audience engagement.
• Evaluate your time commitment for long-term success.
• Set a timeline for launching and releasing episodes.
• Outline your first 10 episodes based on audience pain points.
• Engage with your audience outside of the podcast.

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