How I Grew my Podcast in 2021 🎙 📈 10,000+ Monthly Downloads!

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At the beginning of 2021, my big goals for my podcast were to pass 10,000 downloads per month and to get my first every brand deal on my podcast. By October - I've been able to achieve both! I grew my show from just over 4000 downloads a month to now 12,000 downloads a month, and in this video, I wanted to show you how you can do the same!
📕 TABLE OF CONTENTS 📕
00:00 - 02:04 How I grew my podcast to 10,000 downloads
02:05 - 06:12 The importance of being consistent
06:13 - 10:42 Asking for reviews!
10:43 - 15:12 How to use SEO to grow your podcast
15:13 - 17:45 You just need to have a good podcast, tbh
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@melamuzio 2 жыл бұрын

In the middle of my second podcast right now! (It's called "The Millennial PhD: Creative Survival in Academia & Beyond"). Definitely challenging to get a foothold, but these are really helpful, honest tips in this video!

@fairynerdy 2 жыл бұрын

I launched "Bad Attitudes: An Uninspiring Podcast About Disability" last summer and am really hoping to grow my listener and download numbers this year. I wanted to tap into the disability community, as well as people with disabled people in their lives and allies to the disabled community to focus on what it *really* means to live as a disabled person in the 2020s. My focus is on educating listeners but to do it with a mix of humor and sarcasm, without turning our stories into inspiration p*rn.

@thewonderingmindpodcast4069 2 жыл бұрын

This video was super helpful! Ive had my mental health podcast for 2 years now, and as someone who struggles with their mental health daily, it's been hard to figure everything out. Finally getting the hang of it though. My podcast is my passion. Ideally I would love to be able to do it full time, so I sincerely appreciate you providing all of this wonderful knowledge on here. Thank you so much Katie!!!

@pucksandpaperbacks 2 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU for what you said about consistency. I tend to get burned out easily and consistency is hard. I've been making content since 2014 and trying to grow my channel more in the last two years and I also started a podcast in January. It's hard when social media isn't your job and stuff comes up, I always feel bad and hate that I can't be more consistent bc motivation is hard sometimes.

@Ronkeraji 2 жыл бұрын

You always have AMAZING advice! I hope you always keep making videos. They help immensely ❤️

@MarketingHarry 2 жыл бұрын

Congrats on fulfilling both of your goals, Katie! Great video. 👍

@REALConversationz 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for some good advice. I have already written 3 shows and I will be recording them next week. Very excited about my future. God Bless

@chanpods Жыл бұрын

Thanks girl!! I appreciate the info ... doing 5 different podcasts right now and growth is a must.

@JamesonTank 2 жыл бұрын

Love this. Getting people to tag socials in reviews is genius. On my music podcast I’ve never been able to tell who is leaving reviews

@ShannonSorensen 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! Consistency is definitely a big key, I'm glad you pointed out that every needs to allow grace for times when life happens and you can't produce consistently. We're all human, and many of us are doing it all on our own without production teams! I relaunched my podcast recently, switching it up from a solo show (I was majorly on the struggle bus) to co-hosting with my sister. It's like night and day and I think it'll make a big difference in the listeners' experience! It's called Creative, Happy Life on Apple Podcasts. :)

@HaydenBuchanan Жыл бұрын

This is by far the best video in podcasting I’m currently thinking how I approach releasing weekly episodes and your codes have been incredible in helping me sort out my thoughts

@stephlyndsey3932 2 жыл бұрын

Congratulations, thank you for always helping small creators ❤

@SedA2027 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Katie! Great video! Love all the insights and tips! I am preparing for my first podcast for my day job….a wellness podcast for cancer survivors. My first guest will be with a cancer survivor who quit her job after her diagnosis. She has gone on to write a book about women in leadership and has started her own coaching business 🧡

@bohogirlbalti 2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate what you are doing. In 2020 I started a podcast for restaurant, bar and cafe owners. I interview owners (and chefs) to inspire others into action! Grow their restaurant. I love being the catalyst, but am still having a hard time gaining 1. listeners 2. reviews (which of course go hand in hand). Youve given me some helpful SEO stuff that i will now put into action. If ever you want to interview someone who is running a pod, and you can give in-the-moment help, I would be happy to be that guest : )

@worthbeingology187 2 жыл бұрын

Katie. Thank you for these phenomenal tips. I will be implementing many. I already do Live Broadcasting by myself & with a guest. I am preparing myself to also add a Podcast Platform with self & guests.

@littyandshtty 9 ай бұрын

this is super helpful, thank you! and congrats on your success ☺️

@roxanapinas7245 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Katie, thanks for this video, great tips. I’ve just started my podcast Mompreneur & More. I’ve been following you on KZfaq for a while, really appreciate your content.

@angelicamorales_ Жыл бұрын

Just started my podcast "Feelings Involved"! Thank you for the great tips

@ShelldonWells 2 жыл бұрын

Really fantastic tips, thoroughly enjoying your laid back but professional style. I've been thinking about starting a podcast for some time now; I'm a safari guide and thought it would be fun sharing tips and experiences about wildlife and travelling in South Africa. It's really for fun but who knows, with your tips and suggestions it may grow to be interesting for others.

@nickpearson3481 2 жыл бұрын

Have been finding these videos super helpful. Thank you.

@theculturedbumpkin Жыл бұрын

This video was great! Thank you! I am a voice actor and have a literature podcast called The Cultured Bumpkin where I read classic poems, essays , short stories, etc, and I will definitely be implementing, or continuing to implement everything you mentioned. Thanks again Katie!

@doublechinproductions7575 11 ай бұрын

Thank you for your tips, very helpful. Keep up the great work.

@donnagalanticreator 2 ай бұрын

Great tips! I know building a podcast audience can take time. I'm super focused on quality content and meeting my commitment of a weekly show with my new self-help podcast, Your Bounce Back Life. Thanks for the advice!

@the_drewbrina_show Жыл бұрын

We just started The DrewBrina Podcast / youtube as a therapist and nurse sharing therapeutic tools for a holistic life and marriage! Thank you for the helpful tips in your video!

@gisselleherrera2354 2 жыл бұрын

Just celebrated 1 year of podcasting " The Strong Sunflowers" , we just started the podcast in spanish "Los Girasoles Fuertes" and its a whole new monster. Thank you for these tips !!!

@SmearedMascaraPodcast 5 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for providing such helpful and detailed information! 🙂

@Wayne.Hannah 2 жыл бұрын

Fell in love with your values the second I hit Play. Thank you so much for this as My podcast is wonderful and as we are growing its nice to learn the ins and outs." Zen AF Podcast." shameless plug, lol. I just purchased a Tiktok audit as well. Can't wait to learn more from you and your team.

@espeakspanish Жыл бұрын

Hadn't actually thought about adding a subtitle to my podcast title - so thanks a lot for sharing that!!

@stephenlewis9436 2 жыл бұрын

Proud of you for taking time out for you and also keeping it real with us the listeners. Our mental health is very very important! I always share that sometimes we are the most forgotten person at times…. Take care and keep it up

@thekidpoe7426 Жыл бұрын

@stephenLewis mental health is very important and I feel like it’s not talked about enough

@stephenlewis9436 Жыл бұрын

@@thekidpoe7426 you are right, I am a disabled Veteran and I can definitely relate for sure…

@thekidpoe7426 Жыл бұрын

@@stephenlewis9436 What branch?

@stephenlewis9436 Жыл бұрын

@@thekidpoe7426 Airforce 1989-1997

@thekidpoe7426 Жыл бұрын

@@stephenlewis9436 Thank you for your service I just got out of the Marine Corps

@lapriscilledesign2889 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Katie, thanks so much for sharing your insights. I just rebranded my podcast ("Designing Wellness Podcast") and are recording the episode for my launch in 2023. These were great tips that I will be implementing. Thanks again :)

@speedrunfantasychess Жыл бұрын

Excellent realism - thank you Katie - how many plays are you at now?

@milujux 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the tips. Really helpful.

@otrdebate Жыл бұрын

Great video! Definitely a few things to think about. 🤓

@HomeServiceBusinessCoach 5 ай бұрын

This was helpful - thank you 🙏

@fighthooknews 2 жыл бұрын

Great tips I’m thinking about starting a podcast I’m buying equipment right now. Question I have about which type of MacBook you use and how much Ram, GB, Storage you use?? I know most people use Mac computers for editing. Just need to the right memory for podcasting.

@TheresaCifali1 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Katie. Congrats. What tool are you using to see your podcast stats?

@RobertPlank 3 ай бұрын

Consistency plays a vital role in podcast success by increasing downloads and attracting a loyal audience. I was pleasantly surprised by the emphasis on engaging with reviews for improved visibility - it's a smart strategy. After learning from your content, I'm inspired to implement better SEO practices to attract a wider audience. Thanks for the valuable tips!

@simranbal228 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the advice !

@siyagupta5545 2 жыл бұрын

Currently on episode 5 of my podcast called Not So Angry Environmentalists! This was helpful, thank youu

@ReddnGame Жыл бұрын

Very helpful tips! I just started a podcast with my bf and will try to implement these tips and hopefully increase our views.

@ND34775 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for this great info. I am midway in recording and editing a murder podcast. Wondering how to find advertisers to approach - and when to approach them (only after 10k plays?)

@boldblushblog 2 жыл бұрын

Watching your video while growing my own podcast - 'Markrating Cafe'

@laurabenaicha-farrugia8214 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Katie! Thanks for the video. I have a French podcast on books, which is kind of a niche but we've been able to secure 30 people listening every week. It's not that much but we don't know how to get out of the niche? Do you think we should switch to English and potentially lose some of our audience members in order to grow outside of that niche? 🕵️‍♂️

@thewildonionsshortfilm Жыл бұрын

Awesome. I am inspired.

@ScaryToRemarry 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve already started my podcast It’s Scary To Remarry. Thanks for the tips. Almost at 80 episodes.

@justkay8383 2 жыл бұрын

Love the atmosphere of this video. I've been thinking about starting a podcast for spiritual/metaphysical community. Think it would be cool. Thanks for your video! 💜

@awakeningsoultribe 2 жыл бұрын

Me too! 😍

@nikitamargaret8478 2 жыл бұрын

I’m doing a soloshow for a mental health orientated podcast for us young adults and everything we encounter as we navigate life, called Encounters on our planet. Thank you for the tips

@coachescornerchatspodcast Жыл бұрын

How many downloads per episode? I’m consistently stuck at 75-100 per episode.

@dreamcatchers999 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome💛

@cassieknestaut9404 2 жыл бұрын

I just launched my solo true crime podcast called Eastern Crime Zone! Your tips have been really helpful going forward. Thanks!

@getmoreclientscpa3619 Жыл бұрын

I am in finance to coach accountants to bring out their real potential, any suggestions?

@jennyonaamission7194 2 жыл бұрын

Good stuff

@shelbyjohncoaching 2 жыл бұрын

How did you get 1500 downloads in a week???!!! I post a new episode, with a guest, every week, send an email out about it, post it on my socials and have my guests do the same!!

@tomforte5790 Жыл бұрын

My favourite story about podcast promotion is the guy from BRAD NICHOLLS Podcast - he mailed eggs wrapped in layer upon layer of bubble wrap to 10,000 people with a link to his podcast on Spotify 😂

@bfoz Жыл бұрын

What's the name of it?

@gabrielas1986 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the tips. My podcast is called The Art of Social Change and we will definitely be adding a subtitle as you suggested.

@Redstringconnections 10 ай бұрын

Awesome! I'm excited to be on this journey of podcasting and growing with it. My podcast is "Red String Connections" and it's about human connections and life lessons, my own as well as all the cool people I have met while traveling to different countries and them telling their life stories/life lessons. Your video is super helpful, I am going to implement these practices. :) it's super fun and I'm happy to be learning through this.

@Sexyfreedommedia Жыл бұрын

I love when I watch a lot of videos and one thing I learn is something new. I appreciated your videos and tips! Thank you+ Gracias+ Ahíyi'é 🙌🏽

@OTGCAP 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much im launching next month this helped me a lot..#OnTheGreenCouch

@Get-Help-Dad Жыл бұрын

Any tips for a 3-5 min daily podcast with dad jokes and life tips to kick off your day “Get help Dad podcast”?

@passmywinepodcast6748 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Also trying to figure out how to build subscribers

@FacelessEntrepenure Жыл бұрын

I'm doing a business podcast solo just sitting down and talking about topics that come into my head called business & entrepure chat by sarah and in doing a second podcast solo at the moment on general chit chat called ' Chattin' with sarah over coffee'

@truecrimepastandpresent7349 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the advice. I am currently revamping my podcast and youtube channel. I am looking to making it more professional. I have a podcast and youtube channel called: True Crime Past and Present.

@MichaelWilliams-lo3ix 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome

@deirdreburton4354 Жыл бұрын

Any moms who need a podcast to check out and enjoy as we discuss motherhood & our journeys, check out ‘Moms Off the Clock’ with Deirdre Branick!

@MoyitasLife Жыл бұрын

Looking for feedback :) My podcast is called Just Life & Lessons Learned Do y’all think that’s too long for one to remember? Also what does the title make you think the show is about? Thank you in advance! Also thank you Katie for creating this type of content 🤍 it’s been helpful throughout my creator journey!

@bfepodcast4492 Жыл бұрын

My Best Friend's an Engineer is a podcast for women in STEM and other male dominated fields (: Our current goal is to achieve 500 unique listens per episode!

@ayanacoppage3627 5 ай бұрын

Interview and solo

@jekabssaulitis817 Жыл бұрын

Im making a podcast about skating.

@delreylove 5 ай бұрын

Super helpful information. i've started a podcast 'Breaking the Browndary', where we discuss stories of South Asian Milennials & beyond who go outside the conventional norms. Going to take these tips on :)

@TheBigSisterShow_Podcast 8 ай бұрын

I'm hosting a podcast called 'The Big Sister Show' where I share various tips and advice for self-development and self-improvement. These tips are be really helpful. Thank you!!

@justaprettyfuckingface Жыл бұрын

I created a show about being a girly latinx feminist

@billroman5094 2 жыл бұрын

So helpful, Katie. Thanks. GuyShrink is up and running for six months. We talk about the stuff that keeps a guy awake at night. You've given me some solid advice for advancing the cause.