The Quiet Hustler - Starting a Podcast!

Are you looking to make some extra income? Have you considered starting a podcast as a side hustle? Podcasting is a fun and creative way to express yourself, and with a bit of effort, it can also bring in some extra cash. In this blog post, we'll discuss the potential income streams from podcasting as a side hustle and how to get started.

First things first: how can podcasting make you money? There are a few ways:

1. Advertising revenue - Once your podcast has a loyal following, you can start to monetize it through advertising. Advertisers will pay you to run ads during your podcast, and the more listeners you have, the more you can charge for these ads.

2. Sponsored content - Similar to advertising revenue, you can also earn money through sponsored content. This involves working with a brand to create content that promotes their product or service. In exchange, the brand will pay you a fee.

3. Patreon or membership fees - Many podcasters offer their listeners additional content or perks in exchange for a monthly fee. This can include access to exclusive episodes, early access to new episodes, or even merchandise.

   

So, how much extra income can you make from podcasting? That depends on a few factors, such as your niche, your listener base, and the types of sponsorships or advertising deals you secure. But here are a few examples of what's possible:

• Joe Rogan, host of "The Joe Rogan Experience," reportedly earns around $30 million per year from his podcast through advertising and sponsorships.

• Entrepreneur and podcaster Pat Flynn, host of "Smart Passive Income," has earned over $3 million from his podcast, largely through sponsorships and affiliate marketing.

• Even smaller podcasts can bring in a decent amount of extra income. A podcast with just 10,000 monthly listeners can earn around $1,000 per month in advertising revenue.

  

Now that you know the potential income streams, how do you get started? It's simple:

1. Choose your niche - Pick a topic you're passionate about and that has an audience. Remember, you'll be talking about this topic for hours, so make sure it's something you're interested in!

2. Plan your episodes - Plan out your episode topics and structure. Will you have guests? Will you do interviews? Will you have recurring segments?

3. Record and edit your episodes - Record your episodes using a good quality microphone, and edit them using software like Audacity or Adobe Audition.

4. Publish and promote your podcast - Publish your episodes on a platform like Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and promote them through social media and other marketing channels.

With a bit of effort, podcasting can be a fun and rewarding side hustle that brings in some extra cash. Just remember to be patient - building a listener base takes time. Good luck!

And as always, if you have any questions, comments or future episode ideas, drop me a line! [email protected]!