Whether you have 10 or 1,000 podcast episodes, there is magic in knowing that your podcast is meant to evolve alongside you and your listeners. With over 1,300 episodes under his belt, Mark Struczewski, the host of the Mister Productivity podcast, knows this to be true. He joins me this week to share the ups and downs of his 7.5-year podcasting journey, from his ambitious attempt to release an episode every day, to the strategic cadence he has settled on today and the big lessons he learned along the way. This week, episode 179 of Listeners to Leads is about how to maintain a sustainable podcast with over 1,300 episodes!

Mark Struczewski, also known as Mister Productivity, is a Houston-based productivity coach and host of The Mister Productivity™ Podcast. He brings over 1,300 episodes of experience to help leaders conquer overwhelm. Drawing from his daily running routine and commitment to continuous learning, he offers practical strategies to overcome distractions and achieve clarity.

In this episode of Listeners to Leads, Mark Struczewski shares how he has honed in on his niche, reigned in his guest selection process, and strategically plans and records his episodes- all while keeping an eye on his bottom line.

Mark and I also chat about the following:

• There is no one right way to have a podcast; the cadence should be what works best for you and your audience.
• Scheduling and batching episodes are key to consistently providing your audience with valuable content and guests.
• Evaluate if your podcasting efforts are moving the needle forward in your business; if not, you may need to take a step back.
• Routinely audit your subscriptions and expenses, cutting out the things you don’t use or can’t afford.

Be sure to tune in to all the episodes to receive tons of practical tips on turning your podcast listeners into leads and to hear even more about the points outlined above.

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Ep 145: Creating Systems for Efficient and Intentional Collaborations with Angela Tan

We all have a unique message to share, and podcasting is one of the best ways to share that message. But there are so many mindset blocks and obstacles that can trip us up and stop us from ever pressing ‘publish’ on our episode. Today podcaster and podcast mentor J. Rosemarie Francis is here to share with us her journey of starting three separate podcasts, how imposter syndrome can get in the way of getting started, advice for cutting through the noise, and more! This week, episode 178 of Listeners to Leads is about discovering your unique podcasting voice!

J. Rosmarie Francis is the producer and host of three podcasts: SoloMoms! Talk, Tools of the Podcast Trade, and Abandoned Daughters of Caribbean Moms. She began her broadcasting journey in 2014 when she started an online radio station to encourage single moms. J. Rosemarie was recently nominated as a Featured Podcaster on www.ihaveapodcast.com. As a member of Podcasters Paradise, she mentored the host of The Prison Post before he started the show. She now mentors aspiring podcasters while continuing to hone her craft through her MeetUp group.

In this episode of Listeners to Leads, J. Rosemarie Francis is sharing the importance of mindset and overcoming self-doubt in podcasting and actionable steps you can take right now to finally start your podcast.

J. Rosemarie and I also chat about the following:

• Common obstacles that prevent people from starting podcasts.
• The importance of having a mission and a clear goal for a podcast.
• Podcasting as a viable platform for niche audiences and smaller creators.
• The intimacy and emotional connection that voice provides in podcasting.

Be sure to tune in to all the episodes to receive tons of practical tips on turning your podcast listeners into leads and to hear even more about the points outlined above.

Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to post in your stories and tag me! And don’t forget to follow, rate and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!

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If you're a business owner or a content creator, you know the feeling of having to keep showing up and wondering whether or not you can show up as your whole self in your online presence. You might be asking yourself, “How do I show up authentically for my audience without feeling like I'm over sharing?” But showing up online does not have to lead to burnout! Cayla Merrill is here today to discuss the nuances of energy coaching, the significance of setting boundaries in personal branding, and more! This week, episode 177 of Listeners to Leads is about being authentic online without oversharing!

Cayla Merrill is an NYC-based Brand and Energy Coach who helps heart-led creatives & coaches to build unique and authentic personal brands so they feel comfortable and confident IRL and online. Cayla also teaches acro yoga and has an affinity for all things crafts.

In this episode of Listeners to Leads, Cayla Merrill is sharing the importance of setting boundaries about what we share of ourselves online and actionable steps you can take right now to tap into your intuition to guide your decision-making.

Cayla and I also chat about the following:

• How energy coaching helps align internal feelings with external expression.
• Sharing from scars rather than wounds fosters healthier connections.
• Our right to choose what to share online and permission to change those boundaries whenever it’s right for us.
• How comparison on social media can hinder authenticity.

Be sure to tune in to all the episodes to receive tons of practical tips on turning your podcast listeners into leads and to hear even more about the points outlined above.

Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to post in your stories and tag me! And don’t forget to follow, rate and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!

Learn more about Listeners to Leads at www.listenerstoleads.com

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