Why Podcasts Fade Away and How Coaching Can Help
On this special episode of the Podcast Review Show, my co-host Erik K Johnson and I take a step back from our regular podcast reviews to delve into an intriguing topic\u2014why so many podcasts fail to make it past the 7-episode mark. We discuss the very real phenomenon of podcast burnout and explore the reasons behind it. From the misconceptions around the amount of work involved in podcasting to the challenges of growing an audience and generating revenue, Erik and I share our own experiences and insights.
By sharing practical tips and shedding light on common pitfalls, we hope to provide valuable perspectives for podcasters who may be grappling with similar challenges. So if you\u2019re a podcaster looking for advice on understanding the dynamics of podcasting, avoiding burnout, and growing your show, this episode is for you. Tune in as we uncover the reasons why many podcasts fade away and how to overcome these hurdles to keep your show thriving.
Get a Review of Your ShowYou select an episode to listen to, and Dave and Erik listen to it and go over it with a fine tooth comb along with your website, branding, audio quality, flow, and much more.
Meet Your HostsDave Jackson from the School of Podcasting
Erik K. Johnson the Podcast Talent Coach
Chapters00:00 \tWhy Podcasts Fade Away and How Coaching Can Help
00:44 \tNo Line No Waiting
01:16 \tWhat We Do Here
01:53 \tWhy Most Podcasts Fade Away
02:06 \t7 Episode Hurdle
04:46 \t1. Harder Than You Thought
05:30 \tOur Episode Process
09:14 \t2. It Grows Too Slow
10:37 \t18 Million Downloads
14:14 \tIt Doesn't Generate Income Quickly
16:53 \tHow Many Downloads Do I Need?
18:19 \tMeausring Success
19:10 \tWhat Is Your Purpose
20:14 \tAn Outside Viewpoint Will Spot Things You Miss
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