I always talk about finding your voice as a podcaster, but what does that mean? This is one of my favorite things about podcasting. I’m a complete introvert and podcasting was overwhelming for me, but I did it anyway. As we kept going, the braver I got and the louder my voice become. I found my purpose and I found my voice.

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So here are my tips for finding your voice:

• Practice in the shower! I’m serious; practice in the shower or somewhere you feel comfortable.
• Find some people to be in your corner. People who can be cheerleaders and constructive critics.
• Take the time to find out who you are. Really define your why for the podcast and focus on that when practicing.

Let perfection go and give yourself grace. This is a process! You will not get it overnight but I can guarantee that if you stick to the process and let it flow, you will get better with time.

Here’s to finding your voice!

Do you interview people on your podcast or have guests? There are some things you can do to make the whole experience great for you and great for them. These are simple things that if you add them to your processes can help produce great interviews!

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Here are a few ways to be a great podcast guest host:

1. 1. Use a scheduler. We use setmore but calendly or acuity scheduling are great options. This will help cut down on the emailing back and forth and make it easy for you to set a schedule for recording.
   2. Create recording instructions. A pdf is a great way to go. Include what they need on their end before they come on your podcast.
   3. Make them feel comfortable. When you hop on your call, get to know them first, loosen things up and make them comfortable before you dive in.
   4. Follow up with a Thank You. Be sure to say thank you and send ways for your guests to share your podcast.

And don’t be afraid to go after those dream guests. You never know who will say yes! So shoot for the moon and be a great podcast guest host.

Got a podcast newbie coming on your show? Maybe they are slightly nervous? Send them to my podcast interview boost, a free email series for peeps about to be on their first podcast! 

Everyone is always talking about Trello and you are like I have no idea what that is! It’s the best! Well today, I’m going to show you how we organize our podcast with Trello.

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Trello is a really great organizational tool and I’m in love! Now, if you have no idea what it is and want a crash course, I highly recommend Dana Malstaff of Boss Mom’s free Trello course. We use our trello board everyday and it’s what keeps us afloat as a podcast.

Even if Trello isn’t your jam, having something to keep your podcast organized is super important, so make it a priority.

Head to www.carolinecreates.com/trello to grab my free Trello Board!

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Today we are talking all about Tech and I’m going to give you some of my thoughts on what is best to use for your podcast.

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Tech doesn’t have to be hard or expensive. I really feel often we make things more complicated than they have to be and tech for your podcast is one of them.

If I could give one big piece of advice, it would be this: If your tech is a frustration for you, try something else! Don’t feel like you have to have all the fancy equipment you see on Instagram, just use what works.

You’ve got this!

Guess what? I’ve never been in a recording studio! True story. I’m what I like to call an at-home podcaster. Yes, I podcast at home and I don’t have fancy equipment or a sound booth in my office. I don’t even have a door on my office, but I make it work and you can too!

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Here’s the thing. Having perfect sound, the perfect equipment and the perfect space does not a great podcast make. It’s all about the content and how you present it. Focus on working with what you have and improving upon those little things.

My top at-home podcasting tips:

1. Get a Mic. It doesn’t have to be fancy or expensive. I love my blue snowball. It works for me. Find something that works for you.
2. Test your sound and find a good spot in your house to record
3. Let go of perfection! You can improve over time and that’s OK!
4. Start somewhere. Don’t let the fear of bad audio keep you from getting started. Just do it!

Look. If I can record a podcast successfully every week with trains, kids, animals, and the dryer going, you can too.

If you need more direction on where to start, you can download my podcast launch checklist below! Need even more direction? Check out my podcast launch services here.