Should You Change Podcast Categories? Plus When to Monetize and What to Do When Podcast SEO Isn’t Working

Should you switch your podcast category to get more listeners? How do you know when your podcast is ready to make money? And what happens when you’re ranking #1 in search, but those rankings aren’t bringing you listeners?  In this rapid-fire Q&A, I’m answering your podcast growth questions about how to rank, when to monetize, and which podcast growth strategies are (and aren’t) worth your time, so that you know where your time and effort will make the biggest difference. Hit play and let’s dive in. … 2:00 – When Is Your Podcast Ready to Monetize? 7:30 – Should You Change Podcast Categories to Rank Higher? 10:00 – Why Ranking in the Top 100 May Matter Less Than You Think 13:30 – What to Do When You Rank #1 But Aren’t Getting Listeners 20:00 – What Should You Focus on First to Grow a New Podcast? … Episode Links: Want to simplify your podcast tech stack? Try Beamly free → … Other Episodes You’ll Love:  Are Podcast Sponsorships Worth the Effort for Small Shows? Why Podcast Monetization Isn't Automatic … Got Podcasting Questions? Send them to me here. Support the show Love this show? Leave a review to say thanks in true podcasting style, or share it with your podcasting friends. Podcast Health Score™ See exactly where your show is losing listeners. Podcast SEO Mastery Optimize your show so it can get found 24/7. Apply for a spot on the show to get live podcasting help from me. Want more podcasting advice? See what I’m testing on Substack ... Special thanks to Resonate Recordings, our implementation partner for PodLaunch® Accelerator. If your podcasting efforts aren't bringing you the listeners or sales you expected, book a strategy call for help to fix it. Follow for more podcasting insights:  LinkedIn | PodLaunchHQ.com ©Ⓟ 2018–2026 by Courtney Elmer. All Rights Reserved.