
Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin - Podcast about Podcasting for Podcasters
by Haylee Gaffin, Growth Strategist for Podcast Hosts
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218: Is Video Necessary for Podcasting?
Jun 23, 2026
Unknown duration
217: Your Podcast Is Not Just Content—It’s Part of Your Business Ecosystem
Jun 16, 2026
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216: The Secret to Building Trust Through Your Podcast
Jun 9, 2026
15m 50s
215: Why Your Podcast Isn’t Growing Your Business Yet
Jun 2, 2026
12m 42s
214: Why Your Podcast Should Be Your Biggest Authority Platform
May 26, 2026
12m 31s
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| 6/23/26 | ![]() 218: Is Video Necessary for Podcasting? | Is video actually necessary for podcasting in 2026? In today’s episode, I’m sharing my answer to that question, and it might surprise you. Because simply turning on a camera isn’t a growth strategy. 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: Video isn’t the strategy, it’s the format (1:11)Podcasting and YouTubing are not the same thing (2:15)The rise of video podcasting (4:22)The real cost of video (5:10)If you’re going to do YouTube, consider Shorts (8:38)You don’t need full video production to benefit from video (9:33)Is video necessary for podcasting in 2026? (11:42)Defining a podcast (12:37)Permission to podcast your way (14:47)Mentioned in this Episode:What Is a Podcast? Podcast Industry Taskforce Forms to Determine Definition and More: hollywoodreporter.com/business/digital/podcast-industry-taskforce-formsConnect with Haylee:Soundboard Society: gaffincreative.com/soundboardInstagram: instagram.com/hayleegaffinWebsite: gaffincreative.comPodcasting for Business Program is now taking applications! If you're looking to generate more money from your podcast in your business this year, I'm here to help. This program teaches you how to better leverage your podcast for your business through strategic alignment, authorioty building, and client conversion. Come join us for this 8 week program starting in just a few weeks. Don't forget: applications close on June 10th!Apply now at gaffincreative.com/coaching >> Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 6/16/26 | ![]() 217: Your Podcast Is Not Just Content—It’s Part of Your Business Ecosystem | Is your podcast aligned with your business goals? In today’s episode, I’m giving you a preview of my Podcasting For Business Private Podcast. Listen in on the first episode of this private series and learn why it is so important to intentionally integrate your podcast into your business ecosystem. Download the Private Podcast: gaffincreative.com/privatepodJoin the Waitlist for Podcasting for Business Program: gaffincreative.com/coachingClocking 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: Your podcast should live within your business ecosystem (3:00)Podcasts create trust and connection differently (4:01)Your podcast and business should have the same goals (5:43)Mentioned in this Episode:Podcasting for Business Private Podcast: gaffincreative.com/privatepodPodcasting for Business: gaffincreative.com/coachingConnect with Haylee:Soundboard Society: gaffincreative.com/soundboardInstagram: instagram.com/hayleegaffinWebsite: gaffincreative.comReview the Transcript: https://share.descript.com/view/F5UNmoVA8QKPodcasting for Business Program is now taking applications! If you're looking to generate more money from your podcast in your business this year, I'm here to help. This program teaches you how to better leverage your podcast for your business through strategic alignment, authorioty building, and client conversion. Come join us for this 8 week program starting in just a few weeks. Don't forget: applications close on June 10th!Apply now at gaffincreative.com/coaching >> Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 6/9/26 | ![]() 216: The Secret to Building Trust Through Your Podcast✨ | trust buildingpodcasting strategies+3 | — | Gaffin CreativeGaffincreative.com+3 | — | podcastingtrust+3 | — | 15m 50s | |
| 6/2/26 | ![]() 215: Why Your Podcast Isn’t Growing Your Business Yet✨ | podcast growthbusiness strategy+4 | — | Podcasting for Business | — | podcast growthbusiness strategy+5 | — | 12m 42s | |
| 5/26/26 | ![]() 214: Why Your Podcast Should Be Your Biggest Authority Platform✨ | podcastingbusiness growth+3 | — | Gaffin Creative | — | podcast authoritybusiness ecosystem+3 | — | 12m 31s | |
| 5/19/26 | ![]() 213: Is It Time to Hire Help for Your Podcast? Here’s How to Know✨ | outsourcingpodcast production+3 | — | Gaffin CreativeGaffincreative.com | — | podcast helpoutsourcing+3 | — | 12m 01s | |
| 5/12/26 | ![]() 212: How to Stop Feeling Guilty About Spending Money in Your Business✨ | business financesemotional spending+3 | — | Gaffin CreativeGaffincreative.com | — | business financesspending guilt+3 | — | 16m 30s | |
| 5/5/26 | ![]() 211: Business Credit Cards for Entrepreneurs: Maximize Rewards & Cash Flow✨ | business credit cardsentrepreneurship+3 | — | Capital One SparkVenture X Business card+1 | — | business credit cardsrewards+3 | — | 24m 38s | |
| 4/14/26 | ![]() 210: Podcast Networks Explained (And Whether They’re Right for You)✨ | podcast networkspodcasting+3 | — | Gaffin CreativeSoundboard Society+1 | — | podcast networkspodcasting+3 | — | 14m 03s | |
| 4/7/26 | ![]() 209: Feeling Stuck in Your Business? You Might Be in the Wrong Season✨ | business seasonspodcasting+3 | — | Gaffin CreativeSoundboard Society+2 | — | business seasonspodcast support+3 | — | 19m 04s | |
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| 3/31/26 | ![]() Bonus: How to Be a Great Podcast Guest ft. Joy Michelle of Called to Both✨ | podcast guestingbeing a podcast guest+3 | Joy Michelle | Shure MV7 MicLogitech Blue Yeti Mic+3 | — | podcast guestpreparation+3 | — | 16m 51s | |
| 3/24/26 | ![]() 208: Should I Work with a PR Firm or Guest Pitching Company✨ | podcast pitchingguest pitching+3 | — | Podcast Guest Research AssistantGaffin Creative+3 | — | podcast pitchingPR firms+3 | — | 9m 43s | |
| 3/17/26 | ![]() 207: How to Be a Better Podcast Host (Without Burning Bridges)✨ | podcast hostingguest communication+3 | — | Gaffin CreativeSoundboard Society+2 | — | podcast hostguest selection+3 | — | 11m 33s | |
| 3/10/26 | ![]() 206: Why Prepared Podcast Hosts Make Better Leaders (Even Beyond the Mic)✨ | podcast preparationleadership+3 | Laylee Emadi | Gaffin CreativeLaylee Emadi Podcast+1 | — | podcast hostspreparation+3 | — | 47m 09s | |
| 3/3/26 | ![]() 205: Women Are Underrepresented in Podcasting—Here's How We Change It✨ | gender gap in podcastingwomen in podcasting+4 | — | Gaffin CreativeRecording Academy+5 | — | women in podcastinggender gap+5 | — | 9m 03s | |
| 2/24/26 | ![]() 204: What strategies can I use to improve the production quality and content of my podcast?✨ | podcast productionaudio quality+3 | — | Gaffin CreativeClocking In Podcast+4 | — | podcast qualityaudio production+3 | — | 16m 40s | |
| 2/17/26 | ![]() 203: 5 Ways to Use Email Marketing with Your Podcast✨ | email marketingpodcasting+3 | — | Gaffin Creative | — | email marketingpodcast strategies+3 | — | 17m 46s | |
| 2/10/26 | ![]() 202: This Simple Strategy Can Grow Your Downloads with Your Existing Audience✨ | podcast strategyaudience engagement+3 | — | Gaffin CreativeEpisode 143: Can Your Podcast Generate You Revenue? [Becoming a Paid Podcaster]+1 | — | podcast downloadscontent strategy+3 | — | 8m 34s | |
| 2/3/26 | ![]() 201: How to Create a Solid Hook for the Start of Your Podcast Episode | Are you losing listeners in the first five seconds of your show? Today’s episode is all about the impact that the opening of your show can make on listener retention. I’m diving into hooks: how to create them with intention and examples you can use when you record next. 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: Why you shouldn’t start with your podcast intro (1:35)How I recommend you start your episodes (2:19)What makes a great hook (3:02)Four types of hooks for your podcast (3:34)Tips for creating intentional hooks (4:51)Opening with a clip from the episode (6:18)Mastering the first 20 seconds (7:49)Connect with Haylee:Soundboard Society: gaffincreative.com/soundboardInstagram: instagram.com/hayleegaffinWebsite: gaffincreative.comTranscript: https://share.descript.com/view/LJSzClq9Bp0Podcasting for Business Program is now taking applications! If you're looking to generate more money from your podcast in your business this year, I'm here to help. This program teaches you how to better leverage your podcast for your business through strategic alignment, authorioty building, and client conversion. Come join us for this 8 week program starting in just a few weeks. Don't forget: applications close on June 10th!Apply now at gaffincreative.com/coaching >> Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 1/27/26 | ![]() 200: What Your Podcast Numbers Are Really Telling You | When was the last time you looked at your podcast numbers? In today’s episode, I’m walking you through a simple review of your numbers and what to do with that data. Plus, get an inside look at a data review call within Soundboard Society, the coaching program for podcasters. Register for our Data Review Call on February 2nd: gaffincreative.com/ssbtsClocking 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: Why your monthly data matters (1:38)Which numbers to pay attention to (2:28)What do you want your podcast to do this year? (3:39)Marketing with a realistic capacity (4:36)Questions for reviewing your data (5:30)Behind-the-scenes of Soundboard Society (7:12)Mentioned in this Episode:Register for our Data Review Call: gaffincreative.com/ssbtsConnect with Haylee:Soundboard Society: gaffincreative.com/soundboardInstagram: instagram.com/hayleegaffinReview the Transcript: https://share.descript.com/view/2tW4vw10ryePodcasting for Business Program is now taking applications! If you're looking to generate more money from your podcast in your business this year, I'm here to help. This program teaches you how to better leverage your podcast for your business through strategic alignment, authorioty building, and client conversion. Come join us for this 8 week program starting in just a few weeks. Don't forget: applications close on June 10th!Apply now at gaffincreative.com/coaching >> Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 1/20/26 | ![]() 199: Looking for a Sign to Launch a Podcast? This is it! | Ready to launch your podcast in 2026? Today’s episode is a behind-the-scenes look at The Podcast Planning Challenge, happening next week. In this challenge, we’re taking a look at your podcast asset essentials, your content plan and strategy, and the overall blueprint for finally launching the podcast you’ve been dreaming about.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: Your podcast is a business asset (1:08)Yes, you should start a podcast (2:05)The Podcast Planning Challenge (2:33)Now is the perfect time to plan your podcast (4:07)Mentioned in this Episode:The Podcast Planning Challenge: gaffincreative.com/challengePodcast Launch VIP Day: gaffincreative.com/podcast-launchConnect with Haylee:Soundboard Society: gaffincreative.com/soundboardInstagram: instagram.com/hayleegaffinTranscript: https://share.descript.com/view/CbRI9Y2XW8iPodcasting for Business Program is now taking applications! If you're looking to generate more money from your podcast in your business this year, I'm here to help. This program teaches you how to better leverage your podcast for your business through strategic alignment, authorioty building, and client conversion. Come join us for this 8 week program starting in just a few weeks. Don't forget: applications close on June 10th!Apply now at gaffincreative.com/coaching >> Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 1/13/26 | ![]() 198: Which Podcast Mic is Worth Your Money? A Raw, Untreated Comparison | Are you wondering which microphone is the best for your podcast? In today’s episode, I’m putting some of the most common options to the test. Listen in for a side-by-side comparison of the more budget-friendly microphone choices available to podcasters. 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: Where I record Clocking In (1:12)Apple Macbook Pro (2:43)Apple Corded Headphones (3:19)Apple Airpods (4:11)Apple Airpod Pro (5:19) Logitech Yeti (5:57)Samson Q2U (7:45)Shure SM58 (8:45)Mentioned in this Episode:The Podcast Gear We’re Using On Clocking In: gaffincreative.com/podcast-gear-list-for-clocking-in-with-haylee-gaffinPodcast Gear and Equipment for Beginners: gaffincreative.com/podcast-equipment-for-beginners Apple MacBook Pro: amzn.to/4rUO9EvApple EarPods: amzn.to/3XatnToApple AirPods: amzn.to/4rTzwBtApple AirPods Pro: amzn.to/4rgt1s9Logitech Blue Yeti: amzn.to/3S2XZUPSamson Q2U: amzn.to/3zHCaDWShure SM58: amzn.to/4eP5EzLShure SM7B: amzn.to/3JrDG1RConnect with Haylee:Soundboard Society: gaffincreative.com/soundboardInstagram: instagram.com/hayleegaffinTranscript: https://share.descript.com/view/zD6gdKtl6JNPodcasting for Business Program is now taking applications! If you're looking to generate more money from your podcast in your business this year, I'm here to help. This program teaches you how to better leverage your podcast for your business through strategic alignment, authorioty building, and client conversion. Come join us for this 8 week program starting in just a few weeks. Don't forget: applications close on June 10th!Apply now at gaffincreative.com/coaching >> Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 1/6/26 | ![]() 197: Audit Your Podcast Profitability with this Traffic Light Exercise | Is your podcast actually profitable, or is it just busy? In today’s episode, I’m sharing a sneak peak of the Podcast Profits Workshop. This workshop is designed to help you better align your podcast with your business goals, and make the necessary tweaks to see more conversion and revenue from your podcast. 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: Why alignment is step one of your profitability (1:29)The business and offer alignment exercise (4:07)A further sneak peak into the Podcast Profits Workshop (5:48)Mentioned in this Episode:Podcast Profits Workshop Registration: gaffincreative.com/roi-workshop/Traffic Light Worksheet: gaffincreative.com/traffic-light-exerciseConnect with Haylee:Soundboard Society: gaffincreative.com/soundboardInstagram: instagram.com/hayleegaffinReview the transcript: https://share.descript.com/view/Zsmvy9CPbxnPodcasting for Business Program is now taking applications! If you're looking to generate more money from your podcast in your business this year, I'm here to help. This program teaches you how to better leverage your podcast for your business through strategic alignment, authorioty building, and client conversion. Come join us for this 8 week program starting in just a few weeks. Don't forget: applications close on June 10th!Apply now at gaffincreative.com/coaching >> Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 12/30/25 | ![]() A Message to Podcasters Ready for More: Why 2026 Is the Year to Go All In on Your Podcast | Before you start planning out your next quarter of podcast content, I want you to pause. Take a deep breath. And remember that your podcast isn’t just a marketing task on your checklist—it’s a platform with the power to transform your business.In this episode, I’m reflecting on the courage it takes to podcast, the progress you’ve already made, and the belief you need to carry into 2026. Whether you released one episode or fifty this year, I see you. You showed up. You built something real and that’s worth celebrating.Connect with Haylee:Gaffin Creative: gaffincreative.comInstagram: instagram.com/hayleegaffinReview the Transcript: https://share.descript.com/view/MGBRtG98l3UPodcasting for Business Program is now taking applications! If you're looking to generate more money from your podcast in your business this year, I'm here to help. This program teaches you how to better leverage your podcast for your business through strategic alignment, authorioty building, and client conversion. Come join us for this 8 week program starting in just a few weeks. Don't forget: applications close on June 10th!Apply now at gaffincreative.com/coaching >> Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 12/23/25 | ![]() Happy Holidays! | 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, and celebrate every win—big or small—from this past year.We're taking a short break, but I’ll see you in 2026 as we dive into a brand new year of creativity, growth, and incredible podcasting.And if working with us has been on your mind—whether you're ready to join our 2026 program or start as a production client—there’s still time to get the ball rolling.Until then, happy holidays and cheers to an amazing new year!Connect with Haylee:Gaffin Creative: gaffincreative.comInstagram: instagram.com/hayleegaffinReview the Transcript: https://share.descript.com/view/58cOBRQYSy0Podcasting for Business Program is now taking applications! If you're looking to generate more money from your podcast in your business this year, I'm here to help. This program teaches you how to better leverage your podcast for your business through strategic alignment, authorioty building, and client conversion. Come join us for this 8 week program starting in just a few weeks. Don't forget: applications close on June 10th!Apply now at gaffincreative.com/coaching >> Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
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