The new year is a time for making promises to ourselves in the form of resolutions. People commit to all sorts of things like working out, spending more time with family, eating better, etc. Resolutions (even if they’re nearly always temporary) are a great way to regroup and set goals. We’ve got a few ideas for resolutions that aren’t nearly as painful as spending quality time at the gym, but should help your podcasting efforts.
Invest in your equipment.
If you’re serious about your podcasting craft, it’s a good idea to spend on the way you sound. Investing in something as simple as a high-quality microphone can make the difference between sounding like an amateur or a pro. You don’t need to jump in headfirst, build your quality sound setup over time.
Commit to a content calendar.
We’ve talked a lot about this at Wavve, but it’s hard to downplay how important it is to be organized. A content/editorial calendar not only keeps you organized, but it can help you develop a much larger cohesive messaging strategy. It can also hold you accountable to deadlines and help you reach podcasting goals. A good content calendar is an amazing tool.
Learn something new at a podcasting conference.
Conferences and seminars are excellent ways to learn from those who are successful in the podcasting industry and to keep up on trends. They also provide a great opportunity to network with podcasting peers. We listed a few standouts for 2025, but also look for smaller events near you that require minimal investment.
Build your overall marketing plan.
If you haven’t spent time creating a website, robust social media presence, or email campaign to help attract an audience, then make time in 2025. Building followers won’t likely happen through a podcast alone. Use other outlets to tell your story and engage with possible listeners.
Give artificial intelligence a try.
If you haven’t used AI yet to write scripts, come up with ideas or more, give it a shot and see if it works for you. It’s not going anywhere, so learning what it can do is a good thing. Don’t worry, you won’t sacrifice your humanity by trying it out, and it just might make your podcasting job easier.
Develop a solid monetization strategy.
This isn’t for every podcast, but if you’ve built a decent following and aren’t cashing in yet, now is the time. Develop revenue through ad sales, sponsorships, premium memberships or even selling swag. There are tons of ways to make money from your podcast.
