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 overlook. Whether you book a speaking gig, a new client, or even just build brand authority - there is a lot more that podcasts have to offer.

Today's episode is brought to you by Mic Check Society, our community for podcasters who are looking to take their podcast from good to great. Come join us for educational trainings, a private member's only community, and monthly calls! Get $10 off per month with code PODCAST at micchecksociety.com.

Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.

Find It Quickly:

Authority (1:53)

Connection (2:55)

Content (6:43)

Client (9:45)

Mentioned in this Episode:

Episode 180 Using Your Podcast Like An Evergreen Marketing Machine: gaffincreative.com/180-stop-winging-it-start-using-your-podcast-like-an-evergreen-marketing-machine-part-1

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Mic Check Society: gaffincreative.com/mcs

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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—where we’re focusing on scripting and writing podcast content, including your intro, outro, and trailer. I’ll be guiding you through ideas in today’s prompt, how to structure each, and what to make sure you include!

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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’re focusing on the podcast content, including your selecting from the primary categories offered on podcast players, checking out music options, and brainstorming content topics!

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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 little bonus is here to highlight exactly what’s happening in the challenge, along with the particulars of today’s challenge prompt! If you're ready to plan your podcast over the next three days, head to gaffincreative.com/challenge to sign up!

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Want to position yourself as the go-to expert in your industry, build unshakeable trust, and attract next-level opportunities? Podcasting can do all of that—and more. I'm Haylee Gaffin, founder of Gaffin Creative, a podcast production agency focused on helping business owners like you strategically grow your brand through podcasting. Since 2017, I’ve seen firsthand how intentional podcasting transforms businesses—not overnight, but through smart, strategic moves.

In this episode, I’m breaking down:

• The three biggest benefits of podcasting for business growth
• How to position yourself as the expert, even on interview-based shows
• Why your podcast is your best tool for building trust, loyalty, and high-impact collaborations

If you've been sitting on the idea of launching a podcast, this episode is your sign—and your strategy. Plus, I'm inviting you to join our Podcast Planning Challenge happening next week!

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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 and even my favorite guilty pleasure shows, I'm sharing a no‑filter Ask Me Anything episode! Listen in to hear how my top coffee order changes with the season, what theme song I wish my podcast could have, and the weird little “filler phrases” I catch myself saying.

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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 podcasts each beloved character would host—and how they’d actually monetize them. This episode is pure autumn nostalgia mixed with practical podcasting inspiration for creatives, entrepreneurs, and anyone obsessed with Stars Hollow.

I walk through 12 fictional podcast concepts, from Rory's literary deep dives to Sookie and Jackson's farm-to-table audio adventures. We’ll explore monetization strategies like affiliate links, sponsorships, premium content, merchandise, and live events—all grounded in realistic podcast business models. Plus, you’ll walk away with ideas you can use in your own podcast.

This episode originally aired on November 28, 2023.

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Mentioned in this Episode:

About Your Mother by Jennifer Griffith

Let's Grab Drinks

gaffincreative.com/shows

How I Built This

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Gaffincreative.com

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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 sharing the five things that I would do if I was starting my podcast today, that I didn’t do back then.

Today's episode is brought to you by Mic Check Society, our community for podcasters who are looking to take their podcast from good to great. Come join us for educational trainings, a private member's only community, and monthly calls! Get $10 off per month with code PODCAST at micchecksociety.com.

Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.

Find It Quickly:

Build out a launch marketing plan (1:10)

Create a unique content style (3:15)

Put more prep time in before hitting record (5:54)

Invest in advertising to expand my reach (8:07)

Build a community funnel from day one (10:39)

Mentioned in this Episode:

VIP Podcast Launch: gaffincreative.com/podcast-launch

Episode 177 What Podcasting Can Do For Your Business: gaffincreative.com/177-what-podcasting-can-do-for-your-business

Episode 168 Steal Our Podcast Growth Framework: gaffincreative.com/168-steal-our-podcast-growth-framework

Episode 148 Should Podcast Hosts Invest In Advertising For Their Podcast: gaffincreative.com/should-podcast-hosts-invest-in-advertising-for-their-podcast

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Mic Check Society: gaffincreative.com/mcs

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Gaffin Creative: gaffincreative.com

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