Stop Doing This if You Want to Grow Your Podcast

Insider Secrets to a Top 100 Podcast with Courtney Elmer | Podcasting Psychology for Business Growth

When it comes to growing a podcast, the common advice tells you to do more: guest on dozens of shows, post daily on social, run ads. But what if doing less could actually get you faster growth?
In this episode, we’re debunking outdated podcasting advice that’s slowing your progress (without you realizing it) and I’ll reveal what I’m *not* doing to grow my podcast — and how cutting back has led to up to 32% month-over-month growth.
By the time you finish this episode, you’ll know exactly how to apply the same approach to reach more listeners with your message and turn your podcast into a lead-generating machine — all while freeing up your time to actually enjoy the process of podcasting. (Spoiler: That’s Stephen Bartlett’s secret to 1 billion downloads.)
Ready to grow your podcast without adding more to your plate (and maybe even taking a few things off)? Hit play and let’s dive in.
0:04 - The Problem with Most Podcast Growth “Strategies”

2:10 - What's Really Sabotaging Your Podcast Growth

8:30 - What I’m Not Doing to Grow My Podcast

12:00 - The Real Reason Stephen Bartlett Hit 1 Billion Downloads

14:00 - 3 Steps to Find What’s Moving the Needle for Your Show
Other Episodes You’ll Enjoy:

• How to Grow Your Podcast Without Adding More to Your Plate

→ This episode was recorded on the Deity VO-7U

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