Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin - Podcast about Podcasting for Podcasters
Episodes
Happy Holidays!
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As we wrap up the year, I just want to wish you a joyful and restful holiday season. I hope you find time to unplug, be present with your loved ones, ...
196: How I Invested in My Podcast Agency in 2025 [Expense Report]
16 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you curious about what my business finances looked like this year? In today’s episode, I’m recapping where I spent my money in 2025. Plus, how...
195: Behind The Curtain: How I Use My Podcast to Run My Own Business
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Can your podcast be more than just content? In today’s episode, we’re taking a look behind the curtain into how I’ve turned my podcast into one ...
194: Reflecting on 2025
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens to your business when life forces you to stop? In today’s episode, I’m reflecting on what it was like to move through grief this year...
Bonus: 4 Years of Consistent Podcasting ft. Quianna Marie Weekly
25 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if your podcast wasn’t a fast‑track trend but a long‑haul relationship? Today I’m honored to bring you an episode from one of my longtime...
193: From Mic to Message: Building Brand Consistency Across Every Channel
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is your audience getting mixed messages? In today’s episode, I’m talking to service-based business owners who are ready to treat their podcast lik...
192: How to Use Your Podcast to Strengthen Every Touchpoint in Your Business
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if your podcast could power your marketing, client education, and sales conversations? In today’s episode, I’m talking to service-based busin...
191: What’s Actually Possible When You Leverage a Podcast For Business
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you think your podcast isn’t working, think again. In today’s episode, I’m talking to service-based business owners who are ready to treat th...
190: I Wasn’t Dreaming Big Enough (For You or Me)
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if real growth in your business would come from dreaming bigger? In today’s episode, I’m sharing the moment from a recent conference that sto...
189: Your Podcast as a CEO Move, Not Just a Marketing Task
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How do CEOs create impact with their podcast? In today’s episode, I’m sharing how you can use your podcast as a CEO-level visionary tool instead o...
188: The Hidden ROI of Podcasting
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The best ROIs from podcasts aren’t just in the download numbers. In today’s episode, I’m sharing four hidden returns that podcast hosts often ov...
Teaser: Podcast Planning Challenge - Day 3 [Launch a Podcast]
09 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's the final day of the Podcast Planning Challenge! Today’s bonus episode is here to highlight what's happening on day three of the challenge—wh...
Teaser: Podcast Planning Challenge - Day 2 [Launch a Podcast]
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's day two of the Podcast Planning Challenge! Today’s bonus episode is here to highlight what's happening on day two of the challenge—where we’...
Teaser: Podcast Planning Challenge - Day 1 [Launch a Podcast]
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We're coming at you this week with a few special bonus episodes, brought to you by my Podcast Planning Challenge, happening this week! Today’s littl...
187: Why You Should Consider Launching a Podcast for Your Business
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Want to position yourself as the go-to expert in your industry, build unshakeable trust, and attract next-level opportunities? Podcasting can do all o...
186: Advice for Podcasters—Ask Me Anything for Podcast Hosts
23 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered what’s really going on behind the scenes of podcasting, especially on this show? From the tech and the strategy to the quirks...
Bonus: Podcasting in Stars Hollow—If Gilmore Girls Characters Had Podcasts
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if Rory Gilmore had a podcast? Or Lorelai? Or even Taylor Doose? We’re diving deep into the whimsical world of Gilmore Girls and imagining what...
185: 5 Things I Would Do If I Was Launching My Podcast Today
09 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you could go back in time and restart your podcast, what would you do differently? It’s a question I get a lot. In today’s episode, I’m shari...
184: Stop Distracting Your Listeners: The Podcast Clean-Up Guide
02 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you giving your podcast a polished edit? In today’s episode, I’m sharing why podcast editing matters for your listener experience. Plus, I’m...
183: Podcast Repurposing Strategy: Get More Content From Every Episode [Part 4]
26 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Creating a podcast episode takes effort, so why not make the most of it? Today’s episode is the final part in a series all about turning your podcas...
182: Building A Funnel Around Your Podcast That Converts [Part 3]
19 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if you had a podcast marketing funnel that worked for you automatically? Today’s episode is the third in a series all about turning your podcas...
181: The Silent Seller: How To Build Strategic CTAs Into Every Episode [Part 2]
12 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You know what you want your podcast to do for your business, but does your audience? Today’s episode is part of a series all about turning your podc...
Bonus: What Evergreen Actually Means (and What It Doesn’t) [Part 1.2]
07 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Evergreen doesn't mean boring — it means leveraged. In this bonus episode, we break down what evergreen podcast content really is, how it fits into ...
180: Stop Winging It—Start Using Your Podcast Like an Evergreen Marketing Machine [Part 1]
05 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if your podcast wasn’t just content, but a powerful marketing tool? Today’s episode kicks off a brand series all about turning your podcast i...
179: The 3 Podcasting Patterns That Are Driving Real Business Results Right Now
29 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What can you learn from listening to other podcasters? In this episode, I’m breaking down three patterns in podcasting that I’ve noticed my client...
178: Speak Your Dreams Into Existence in Podcasting
22 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if you gave yourself permission to say your biggest podcast dreams out loud? In today’s episode, you’ll hear from the attendees of this year’...
177: What Podcasting Can Do For Your Business
14 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wonder if podcasting would make a difference in your business? In today’s episode, I’m passing the mic to a few of our Gaffin Creative client...
176: Mic Check Retreat Roundtable: Podcasting Advice from Seasoned Podcasters
08 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wish you could eavesdrop on a candid conversation among seasoned podcasters? At Mic Check Retreat, I had the privilege of hosting a roundtable di...
Bonus: The Quiet Wins That Power Long-Term Podcasting Success ft. The Modern Editor
01 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you celebrating your milestones? In today’s episode, I’m featuring my client Tara Whitaker of The Modern Editor. Tara is celebrating a huge mi...
175: Your Podcast Is Working, Even If It Feels Like It’s Not
24 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Think your podcast isn’t converting? Think again! In today’s episode, I’m sharing a personal story about the connection between a sale in my dig...
174: Building a Podcast That Supports Your Life—Not Just Your Hustle—A Personal Update
17 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Grief doesn’t send a calendar invite. In this episode, I’m coming to you raw and vulnerable, sharing a deeply personal journey through one of the ...
173: How to Be a Standout Podcast Guest & Leverage Interviews to Grow Your Brand Authority
10 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if the best content that you could share this week already exists? In today’s episode, I’m featuring my interview on The Modern Editor Podcas...
172: Why Successful Women Entrepreneurs Don’t Do It All Themselves [Hiring a Producer]
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You don’t have to do it all to build a successful business. In today’s episode, I’m flipping the mic to some incredible women who’ve mastered ...
171: How I Run My Weekly Marketing Meetings with ChatGPT (And Why You Should Too)
27 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever feel like your to-do list is out of control but none of it moves the needle? Same here—until I started hosting weekly marketing meetings...with...
170: Why I’m Not Scared of AI as a Podcast Producer
20 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Will artificial intelligence replace podcast producers? As a podcast producer who’s watched the rise of AI tools over the years, I’m here to tell ...
169: Summer Podcast Plans: How 4 Podcasters Are Navigating the Season
13 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Summer is here—and with it comes both the temptation to slow down and the opportunity to get ahead. If you’re a podcaster staring down your conten...
168: Steal Our Podcast Growth Framework—Grow Your Podcast Series Pt. 5
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Feel like you’re doing everything to grow your podcast, yet still not seeing the momentum you want? In this episode, I’m completing the series all...
167: How to Maximize Your Podcast Growth with Paid Media: Grow Your Podcast Series Pt. 4
29 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you're serious about taking your podcast to the next level, it's time to talk about paid growth. While organic strategies (like tapping into your c...
166: Grow Your Podcast Audience Through Collaboration: Grow Your Podcast Series Pt. 3
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if you could instantly double or triple your podcast audience without spending a dime? In this episode, I’m continuing my new series all about ...
165: Organic Growth: Maximizing Your Existing Audience: Grow Your Podcast Series Pt. 2
15 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you tired of releasing episodes week to week and seeing no change in download numbers? In this episode, I’m continuing my new series all about p...
164: Foundations of Podcast Growth: Grow Your Podcast Series Pt. 1
08 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you tired of releasing episodes week to week and getting no download growth? In this episode, I’m kicking off a brand-new series where I’ll be...
163: Spring Cleaning Tips to Audit Your Podcast
01 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It’s time to freshen up your podcast! In today’s episode, I’m walking you through ten steps for spring cleaning your show, so that you can bring...
162: Getting Creative When Content Creation Feels Hard — Podcasting Tips
18 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Do you have a plan for when you can’t create content? In today’s episode, I’m sharing my podcasting tips, along with four types of episodes that...
Bonus: Kids Share Their Business Wisdom ft. Accidental CEO
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What’s it like for kids to see their parents running a business? In today’s episode, I’m featuring my client Nata Salvatori of Accidental CEO. N...
161: 5 Reasons To Start A Podcast ft. So, Here’s The Thing [Launching a Podcast]
04 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, I’m resharing my interview on So, Here’s The Thing with Laylee Emadi. I’m sharing my top 5 reasons why you should start a ...
160: Your Guide to Podcast Equipment for Recording — Podcasting Tips
25 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What equipment do I recommend for podcasters? In today’s episode, I’m sharing my recommendations for gear at all stages of podcasting, plus all of...
159: Beyond Vulnerability: Getting Real with Your Audience [Podcasting Skills]
18 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How vulnerable should you really be on your podcast? In today’s episode, I’m sharing why you as a business owner should get vulnerable for your au...
158: How to Handle Guest Communication as a Podcast Host
11 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Do you know how to efficiently and professionally handle podcast guest communication? In today’s episode, I’m sharing my advice for managing pitch...
157: Podcast Strategy Producer Panel: Ask the Experts ft. Madison McCann, Michael Crosa, & Daniel Ashworth
04 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What questions do you have for podcast producers? In today’s episode, I’m sharing a panel recording from a recent event with 148 Films here in Cha...
156: Setting Your Podcast Strategy, Goals, & Intentions
28 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have your podcast goals shifted for 2025? In today’s episode, get an inside look into Mic Check Society, our community for podcasters. Plus, reflect...
155: Planning & Launching a Podcast — Podcasting for Beginners
21 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The podcast planning challenge is live today! In today’s episode, we’re sharing a teaser of the challenge with top tips for what to consider when ...
154: What You Should Know Before You Launch a Podcast — Podcasting Tips for Beginners
14 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What do you need to know before you launch a podcast? In today’s episode, I’m sharing the most frequently asked questions that I get from potentia...
153: Is Podcasting The Right Tool For Your Business? Building a Podcast Strategy!
07 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is podcasting the best tool to share about your business? In today’s episode, I’m sharing why podcasting might be right for you. Plus, I’m shari...
Bonus: Celebrate 100K Downloads with the Independent Business Podcast!
31 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How are you celebrating your podcast milestones? Today, I’m featuring an episode from HoneyBook’s Independent Business podcast with host Akua Kona...
Happy Holidays from Gaffin Creative!
24 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Happy Holidays from Gaffin Creative! Today's episode is brought to you by Mic Check Society, our community for podcasters who are looking to take...
152: What My Year of Investing in My Business Looked Like
17 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you curious about how I’m investing? In today’s episode, I’m continuing my series which gives an inside look into my business, Gaffin Creati...
151: Dropping Everything & Finding My Why
10 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Three weeks ago I dropped everything in my business and found the why behind why I am an entrepreneur. Here's that story.Today's episode is brought to...
150: What It Looked Like to Become a Full-Time Podcast Producer [Podcasting Skills]
03 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you wondering what it’s like to be a full-time podcast producer? In today’s episode, I’m kicking off my new series which gives an inside loo...
149: How Being Interviewed on Your Own Podcast Can Help Sell Your Programs & Services — Podcast Strategy
26 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How are you selling your products and services on your podcast? In today’s episode, I’m sharing an interview with my client Bree Pair of the Thriv...
148: Should Podcast Hosts Invest In Advertising For Their Podcast [Grow My Podcast]
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Should you invest in advertising for your podcast? In today’s episode, I”m sharing the power in paid advertising for podcast growth. Question...
147: Becoming The Trusted Brand That Is Top Of Mind For Your Audience
12 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How can your podcast keep you top of mind? In today’s episode, I’m sharing how many podcasters use their show to build a trusted brand and stay to...
Bonus: Bloom with B-Roll Easy B-Roll Ideas For Business Owners ft. Quianna Marie Weekly
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you ready to start creating b-roll and behind the scenes content? In today’s episode, I’m featuring my client Quianna Marie of Quianna Marie W...
146: Leveraging Your Podcast For Paid Events
29 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How can you earn an income from your podcast outside of monetizing? Today’s episode is the last in my series on becoming a paid podcaster, and I’m...
145: Turning Podcast Listeners into Paying Clients [Becoming a Paid Podcaster: Monetize My Podcast]
22 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is it your goal to turn podcast listeners into paying clients? In today’s episode, I’m continuing my series on becoming a paid podcaster, and shar...
144: Making More Money with Sponsors through a Holistic Campaign [Becoming a Paid Podcaster: Monetize My Podcast]]
15 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you have a podcast sponsorship strategy? In today’s episode, I’m continuing my series on becoming a paid podcaster, and sharing my tips for cre...
143: Can Your Podcast Generate You Revenue? [Becoming a Paid Podcaster: Monetize My Podcast]
08 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How many ways can your podcast generate revenue? In today’s episode, I’m continuing my series on becoming a paid podcaster, and diving into some i...
142: Is Your Podcast a Passion Project, a Side Hustle, or a Business Strategy? [Becoming a Paid Podcaster]
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you view your podcast as a passion project or a revenue-generating business strategy? In today’s episode, I’m kicking off a new series all abou...
141: Podcast SEO: Strategies for Podcast Players & Blog Posts [Grow My Podcast]
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Can SEO have an impact on your podcast success? In today’s episode, I’m sharing how to optimize both your website and your podcast players for bet...
140: This Email Marketing Strategy Boosted My Podcast Downloads and Subscribers
17 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you have an email marketing strategy for your podcast? In today’s episode, I’m sharing how I have revamped my email marketing strategy and the ...
139: How Vulnerable Should I Be On My Podcast?
10 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How vulnerable should you really be on your podcast? In today’s episode, I’m sharing why you as a business owner should get vulnerable for your au...
138: Thinking About Airing Old Podcast Episodes? Listen Here—Repurposing Podcast Content
03 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Why should you consider republishing an older episode of your podcast? In today’s episode, I’m sharing why to republish, how to determine which ep...
137: The Unwritten Rule of Podcasting from a Podcast about Podcasting
27 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What are the unwritten rules of podcasting? In today’s episode, I’m addressing the commonly misheld beliefs that I hear about podcasting and why t...
136: Your Strategic Guide to Repurposing Content for Your Podcast + Podcast Guesting Benefits
20 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How can you strategically repurpose your business content for your podcast? In today’s episode, I’m sharing my repurposing discussion with Melissa...
135: Affiliate Income for Podcasters: 5 Tools You Can Earn Affiliate Income on as a Podcaster
13 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As a podcaster, diversifying your income streams is essential to sustaining and growing your show. One lucrative way to do this is through affiliate m...
134: Accessibility in Podcasting with Myrna Daramy [IG LIVE REPLAY]
06 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How can you make your podcast more accessible? Today’s episode is a repurposed Instagram Live with my friend Myrna Daramy. Myrna is a digital media ...
133: Make It Easy for Your Listeners to Find Your Podcast
30 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you making it easy for podcast listeners to find your podcast on their favorite podcast app? In today's episode, I'm walking you through my new st...
132: Podcast Tours and Podcast Guesting Benefits ft. Chasing Simple with Amanda Warfield
23 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What is a podcast tour, and how can it help to grow your podcast? There are so many podcast guesting benefits for podcasters (or even those without a ...
131: Mic Check: Is This Thing On? with Megan Wren
16 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How do you set up to record a live panel? Today’s episode features Clocking In’s very own audio engineer, Megan Wren, as she shares her setup and ...
130: Podcast Community—8 Podcasters Share Podcasting Advice—Your Podcast About Podcasting
09 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What’s the secret to a successful podcast? Today’s episode features the attendees of the first-ever Mic Check Retreat, along with their advice tha...
Bonus: 3 Ways To End “Spray and Pray” Marketing ft. Called To Both with Joy Michelle
02 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How can you create a steady, effective marketing method for your business? In today’s bonus episode, I’m featuring my client Joy Michelle and the ...
129: Podcast Strategy with the Experts [Live Panel Recording at Mic Check Retreat]
25 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We’re live from the first-ever Mic Check Society Retreat! Today’s episode features panelists Laylee Emadi, Danielle Desir Corbett, and Bree Pair s...
128: Mic Check Retreat Recap - Podcast Community Retreat
18 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
To celebrate our inaugural Mic Check Retreat, I'm taking you behind the scenes of all the details! Why we created this event, what I took away from it...
127: Making the Most of In-Person Events for Your Podcast — Podcast Community
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How can you make the most of in-person events as a podcaster? This week, Gaffin Creative is hosting the first-ever Mic Check Retreat and I’m sharing...
126: How to Turn Your Private Podcast Lead Magnet into a Shop Product
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is a limited series private podcast right for your brand? In today’s episode, we’re discussing how to turn a lead magnet into a paid digital produ...
125: How to Structure Your Limited Series Private Podcast
21 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is a limited series private podcast right for your brand? In today's episode, we're exploring how you can structure your limited series podcast to cre...
124: An Introduction to Private Podcasts as Opt-Ins
14 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are private podcasts a worthwhile tool for your business? In today’s episode, I’m introducing a series on private podcasts and how they can be use...
Bonus: Building a Successful Offer Suite for Multiple Audiences ft. Business-First Creatives (Colie James and Elizabeth McCravy)
07 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you have to focus on just one audience in order to sell digital products? In this bonus episode, Colie James interviews Elizabeth McCravy about how...
123: Using Video for Your Podcast (Even If You're Not Using Youtube)—Tools for Podcasters
30 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you resistant to using video for your podcast? In today’s episode, I’m diving into why I think you need to use video to promote your podcast a...
122: Back to the Basics: Multi-Track Audio Recording—Should I Record One Track or Two?
23 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you recording your podcast interviews on one track or two? In today's episode, we're exploring what it means to record a multi-track recording and...
121: Rapid Fire Podcast Q+A
16 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How can I boost my listenership or grow my show? What does monetization look like? Friends, have you ever wanted to just throw questions at a podcast ...
120: How to Ask Your Guests to Rerecord
09 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What do you do when there is a problem with a guest episode? Today I’m sharing how to handle re-recording with your guest, or even needing to scrap ...
119: Case Study: Auditing a Podcast Monetization Strategy ft. Thrive Blogger
02 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you curious about the strategy involved in creating a podcast? In today’s episode, I’m beginning a new podcast review series to showcase my cl...
118: Back to the Basics: 6 Tools for Podcasters
26 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With so many tools on the market, how do you know what you need for your podcast? In today’s episode, I’m sharing six tools that I would recommend...
117: Should I Use Templates in My Podcast Planning, Pitching, and Marketing?
19 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Should you use templates for your podcast assets? In today's episode, I'm explaining why templates are a great starting point and sharing a few templa...
116: How to Use Your Podcast as a Marketing Tool ft. Business First Creatives
12 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you wondering how you can use podcasting as a marketing tool in your business? In today’s episode, I’m resharing my interview on Business Firs...
115: What I Learned from the Feb 2024 Apple Podcast Webinar
05 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When we have questions about how Apple Podcast works for creators, we go straight to the source. Last week I attended Apple Podcast's winter webinar, ...
114: 5 Ways to Improve Your Podcast Interviews
27 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Looking for advice on podcast interviews? In today’s episode, you’ll get to listen in on a mini-training session from Mic Check Society, our commu...
113: Advice from Seasoned Podcasters—A Podcast about Podcasting
20 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
New to podcasting and looking for advice? In today’s episode, podcasters of Gaffin Creative and Mic Check Society are sharing their best advice for ...
Bonus: We Need to Talk About Career Stability ft. Let's Grab Drinks
13 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is there actually stability in your career or job? As we've gone through the ebbs and flows of both professional careers and entrepreneurship, we've h...
112: Podfest Recap: What Podcasters Can Take Away from In-Person Experiences with Sam & Elliot Archuleta, Megan Seamans, and Ashley Dickson-Ellison
06 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you stepped into a conference experience not knowing anyone? In today's episode, I'm chatting with four new friends that I met at the 2024 Podfes...