I use Canva Pro and others outsource through sites like 99Designs. Create or outsource your podcast cover design.

Set an official launch date, keeping in mind that you should have at least three episodes published by then so new listeners can get a solid feel of what to expect from your podcast.

You'll also feel extra motivated to just get started! This will ensure your topic has longevity and you know you have plenty to talk about.

Brainstorm your first 100 podcast topics.

Determine your episode structure (your audio segments and what order they go in). Types of segments include teaser, intro, advertisements, listener feedback, Q/A, request for reviews, outro and more.

By the way, Buzzsprout has recently launched an affiliate service as part of its hosting plan, making monetizing your podcast even easier.

Two of the simplest and easiest ways to monetize at the beginning is to promote a product you already own or sell (such as an online course) or to share an affiliate link to a product or service you know and love. Determine if or how you will monetize your podcast.Do you want daily 15 minute episodes, weekly 30 minutes episodes or bi-weekly hour-long episodes ––or another combination that works better for you? Once you decide, stay consistent! In most cases, consistency is more important than frequency or length. Determine your episode length and publishing frequency.Determine your format/style (will you collaborate with a co-host, go the monologue route or will you interview guests regularly?) One of the advantages of guest interviews is giving a deeper level of content for your listeners as well as exposing your podcast to the wider audience your guest provides. If you don't quite feel ready for interviewing guests, that's okay. Remember, the key is to just get started.You want your audience to see at a glance exactly what they can expect from listening. Be sure to choose something in your expertise that you enjoy sharing with others. Determine your topic and desired audience.

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