Earn bucks from your indie podcast


Hey Reader,

Podcast monetisation is easier than you think. A new survey showed that only 26% of indie podcasters are actively monetising their content, with other podcasters holding back from monetisation because they don’t know how or don’t have the time.

The big picture: Technology has made podcast monetisation easier and more accessible. The most successful route to monetisation is through ad placements, with 27% of monetising podcasters earning through ads. Donations and selling a product or service came in joint second, with 17% of podcasters using them to earn money through their podcast. There’s nothing to stop you from trying several monetisation options to see what works best for you and your audience.

Why it matters: The size of your podcast isn’t a barrier to monetisation. Podcast listeners tend to be devoted to their shows and are willing to pay for content that might otherwise be free because they want to keep their favourite podcasts going. If you think your podcast is 'too small' to earn you money, think again.

Go deeper: Read the full survey here and read my blog post about using your podcast to sell your product or services here.

Have a great day!

~Sarah at CopyHop~

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