Thinking about starting a podcast but have no idea where to begin? I hear you! I’m Jen Rogers, Founder of the Virtual Podcast School, and in this episode, I answer the most common beginner questions entrepreneurs ask before launching:

• What equipment do I really need to get started?
• How do I structure episodes that actually lead to results?
• What’s the purpose of my podcast, and how can it grow my business?
• How do I figure out what to talk about?

I’ll walk you through simple, actionable steps to go from idea to first episode without overthinking or burning a bunch of dollars on equipment you don't need. If you’re ready to finally launch your podcast with clarity, confidence, and a strategy that works, this episode is for you.

Links & Resources:
🎙 Join the Virtual Podcast School PRO: coachjenrogers.com/pro
🎙 Free Community for Christian Podcasters: coachjenrogers.com/community

🎙 Book a call: https://call.thevirtualpodcastschool.com/scheduling-call

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Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. Philippians 4:6

Feeling stuck with your podcast? In this episode, I share how you can reset your content strategy, regain confidence over your workflow, and plan episodes that convert...without burning out.

Listen, I’ve been there. The "there" where

>> your podcast plan feels heavy

>> your episodes aren’t landing

>> you’re starting to dread recording...

In this episode, I share how to recognize when your strategy is off, reset with purpose, and start creating episodes that actually convert. All without burning out.

Key references in this episode: #271 here | Wiki reference

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Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. Philippians 4:6

Have you ever poured your heart into your podcast and wondered why it’s not growing?

Are you feeling stuck, like no matter how many episodes you publish or how good your content is, the results just don’t show up?

I’ve noticed so many podcasters working harder than ever yet still getting no traction - and they're ready to quit this podcasting thing. (Podmatch runs a monthly report that proves this true - more than 90% quit after just a few episodes.)

In this episode, I share four common beliefs that quietly keep podcasters playing small. The beliefs that can sabotage your podcast growth without you even realizing it.

There's something that happened to me as a kid that that shaped my mindset for years, and how that same kind of thinking shows up in podcasting today.

If you’re ready to challenge what’s holding you back and start stepping into the podcast growth you’ve been chasing, this episode is for you.

🚀And if you're ready to grow in community and profits, Go Pro, Podcaster.

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Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. Philippians 4:6

📢Listen in for an irresistible offer so you can become memorable, referable, and profitable! This episode gives a behind-the-scenes look at how repeating the right things on your podcast can consistently grow your influence, referrals, and revenue.

Using Mic Drop Mastery - the newsletter soon to become a podcast - as an example, you’ll hear how to structure your content so every episod

✓ serves your audience

✓ keeps them engaged and

✓ naturally leads them toward your offers.

When you lean into your core pillars, skill-building, and authentic values you become more trustworthy because of your authenticity and clarity.

You do need to repeat yourself...with intentional repetition designed to prevent you from burning out.

If podcasting has felt really heavy and your show isn't performing the way you'd like, this episode gives you clarity and strategy to repeat what matters, grow your audience, and start monetizing with intention.

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Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. Philippians 4:6

Are you frustrated that your podcast isn’t delivering the results you know it could?

Then it’s time for a Podcaster Health Checkup, the first critical step every serious podcaster must take before doing anything else. In this episode, we uncover where your episodes may be leaking authority, audience, and revenue and how to fix it.

Skip this, and all your effort could be wasted.

I break down the fundamentals you need to evaluate first: your content alignment, audience engagement, and how well your episodes tie to your business offers.

This health check gives you clarity, but here’s the key: it’s the beginning.

To turn your podcast into a lead-generating, revenue machine, you’ll need to:
>> implement a repeatable content system
>> connect every episode to your offers
>> create accountability strategies

These 3 things will make your podcast work for you instead of against you.

Whether you’re a coach, consultant, or service provider, this episode is your wake-up call. If you do the work in this episode, you’ll have a clear snapshot of your show’s health and know exactly where to focus first so that every episode you create actually builds authority, grows your audience, and generates income. Don’t waste another episode, start here.

Next steps: Go PRO here

Mentioned in this episode:

Evergreen Episodes That Actually Work (The TLC Formula Explained) | #288

Go Pro: Strategy, Structure & Support to Monetize Your Podcast | #292

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Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. Philippians 4:6

Your podcast should be irresistible to your audience. Is it more "Meh" than "Cha-ching"?

I’m not a pumpkin spice latte kind of girl...but I am drooling over pumpkin pie with flaky crust and whipped cream.

And just like that pie, your podcast should be irresistible to your audience… but let’s be real...if you’re still spinning your wheels 10 months into 2025, your episodes might be more “meh” than “cha-ching.”

In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on the three S’s that most podcasters are missing: Strategy, Structure, and Support. You’ll learn how to:

• Turn your episodes into client-attracting machines
• Map every episode to your business and personal goals
• Build a system that keeps you consistent without burning out

No more guessing, no more random tips, no more pod fade. If you’re ready to stop pouring hours (and money) into a podcast that doesn’t deliver, grab your notebook, take action fast, and let’s go pro together.

If you know you need support for your strategy and structure, it's time to Go PRO. Find out more here.

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Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. Philippians 4:6

Most entrepreneurs dread sales because it feels pushy, awkward, or like you’re begging for business. But what if sales was actually the most life-giving skill you could learn?

In this episode, I sit down with Jane Garee, the sales strategist for the non-sales person, to unpack how selling can be simple, natural, and even joyful. Jane shares her Trifecta of Sales framework, the 3 Rs that make content convert, and why sales isn’t just a business skill… it’s a life skill that creates ripple effects everywhere.

Inside this conversation, you’ll discover:

• The three sales approaches every entrepreneur needs to master.
• Why your content might not be converting — and the 3 Rs that fix it fast.
• How sales done right leads to more revenue, stronger relationships, and real freedom.

If you’ve ever felt stuck, stressed, or second-guessing when it comes to sales, Jane’s insights will shift the way you experience sales forever. Grab a pen and paper! You'll need it!

Grab Jane's The 7 Sales Stressors ebook here.

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Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. Philippians 4:6

Lead generation isn’t just a marketing buzzword; lead gen is the heartbeat of your business. And here’s wisdom you need most right now: if you say you can’t, you must.

In this episode of Simplify Podcasting, I’m joined by my hunka-hunka Bill Rogers to break down what real life lead generation that works looks like. Forget cold algorithms, funnels, and AI scripts. We must build authentic relationships, show up in the right rooms, and create connections that close the trust gap and lead to conversion.

We dive into:

• The #1 principle of lead generation: proximity is power
• Why conversations - not cold clicks - create clients
• The danger of hiding behind AI and losing your voice
• How to become memorable, referable, and profitable in any room
• The $12,000 investment we made in lead gen and what it taught us
• The surprising connection between arena football and your ideal clients

Here’s the big takeaway: people hire people. If you want to monetize your podcast, grow your business, and stand out in a saturated market, you can’t just rely on automation, you must invest in showing up, speaking up, and connecting with real people.

Ready to simplify your podcast and turn it into a lead-generating asset?
Book a Power Hour with me: coachjenrogers.com/powerhours

And if you’re ready to scale faster IN THE RIGHT PODCAST ROOM, join the waitlist for Virtual Podcast School Pro: coachjenrogers.com/podcastwaitlist

Because lead generation that works doesn’t come from robots. it comes from you.

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Frustrated your podcast isn't growing? Grab this!⤵
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Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. Philippians 4:6