In this episode, I get into the impact of taking an extended break from podcasting and how it affects your show’s growth, audience engagement, and completion rates. Here are the main takeaways:<ul><li>I discuss a situation where a podcast grew to 500 downloads per episode but lost half its audience after taking a year-long break. Even with improved audio quality and more polished episodes after returning, both downloads and completion rates suffered.</li><li>Consistency is key. I emphasize how taking long breaks can significantly set you back, comparing it to putting your finger in a leaky bucket – once you take it out, the water (your audience) drains away.</li><li>Switching to a biweekly episode schedule can help maintain consistency if that’s all you can manage with your workload, but it may slow growth.</li><li>If you notice completion rates dropping, it’s a sign something may not connect with your current content. Sometimes we’re too close to our own work, so getting outside feedback is crucial.</li><li>I suggest finding a friend or colleague who matches your target audience to get honest feedback on your episodes.</li><li>Numbers don’t lie! Data can reveal hard truths that help you improve.</li><li>If you need help starting, growing, or monetizing your podcast, I offer consulting at <a href="https://schoolofpodcasting.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">School of Podcasting</a>. Use the coupon code listener for a discount!</li><li>You can also check out <a href="https://podcasthotseat.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Podcast Hot Seat</a>, which currently includes a Black Friday deal with a free month at the School of Podcasting.</li></ul> If you’re looking for feedback, growth strategies, or just a friendly ear that understands the journey – I’m here to help! Let’s see what we can accomplish together.URLs mentioned:<ul><li><a href="https://schoolofpodcasting.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">School of Podcasting</a> (Coupon Code: listener)</li><li><a href="https://podcasthotseat.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Podcast Hot Seat</a></li></ul> Thanks for listening! I can’t wait to help you take your podcast to the next level.Mentioned in this episode:Get Your Show GrowingI once had a typo in the name of my show. I didn't see it. I'm too close. Your show may have some things that need polish. Get an objective overview at www.podcasthostseat.com AND get a free month at the School of Podcasting<a href="https://your-podcast-consultant.captivate.fm/hotseat">Podcas Hot Seat</a> This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy

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