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Are you ready to leverage the power of business process improvement tools to enhance your profit margins and achieve a better work-life balance? Welcome to The Well-Oiled Operations Podcast, where you'll join forces with Stacy Tuschl—an accomplished International Best-Selling Author, astute Business Coach, and successful Multiple 7-Figure Business Owner. Stacy will serve as your trusted guide on a transformative journey, unveiling highly effective systems and strategies to improve business o ...
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Unlike other podcasts about podcasting that only cover the basics like tech and logistics, here you won't find the kind of podcasting tips you can get on Google. Because if high-quality audio, publishing valuable episodes every week, and "staying consistent" was the secret to a profitable top podcast, then that would mean everyone who spent over $100 on a mic and gives their best stuff away for free in every episode would be ranking in the Top 100 every week — and we both know that's not the ...
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In this episode of the Well-Oiled Operations™ podcast, Stacy is joined by Dr Jillian, a solo practitioner who made significant strides in managing her time and increasing productivity. Dr Jillian shared her experience of working excessive hours and how she managed to streamline her operations using Stacy's 30-day Time Saver Sprint Program. From wor…
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Are you buried in podcasting tasks and tools that promise growth but only add to your workload? If you've ever felt overwhelmed by the constant push to do more with your podcast, this episode is for you. Alex Sanfilippo is back in the studio to share why doing more doesn’t always equal more podcast growth (and why in most cases it just leads to mor…
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It’s tempting to think that the more you can do to help your podcast grow, the faster you’ll see results — but the opposite is true. But when it comes to growing a podcast, it’s not about doing everything. It’s about focusing on a few strategies and executing them exceptionally well. In this episode, Alex Sanfilippo, founder of PodMatch, reveals wh…
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Did you know that the first eight weeks of your podcast are crucial for platforms like Apple and Spotify to determine your show’s initial potential? …but what if you miss that window? No worries — you can hit the reset button by relaunching your podcast. (PSST: it’s a strategy that works *especially* well if your podcast has been gathering dust or …
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In this episode of the Well-Oiled Operations™ podcast, Stacy is joined by Dan Martell to discuss the art of buying back your time as a business owner. Stacy gives insights into the challenges faced by entrepreneurs and introduces Dan's profound expertise and bestselling book, "Buy Back Your Time." Dan shares his compelling entrepreneurial journey, …
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Ever feel like you need to have the best audio, the best voice, the best everything to succeed in podcasting? In this episode, we’re challenging industry norms and showing you a new way to measure your podcast’s success. The industry relies heavily on metrics like downloads, reviews, and rankings to gauge success, but these can be misleading becaus…
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In this episode of the Well-Oiled Operations™ podcast, Stacy and Joel delve into the critical yet often overlooked area of business management: year-round financial planning and tax strategy. Navigating the complexities of tax compliance and business financials doesn't have to be intimidating. Stacy and Joel discuss the distinctions between CPAs, b…
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Have you poured hours into podcast guest appearances, only to see minimal impact on your podcast’s growth and zero inquiries from potential clients? In this episode, Seth Silvers, Founder of Story On Media and the strategic mind behind podcasts by industry giants like Alex Hormozi and Patrick Lencioni, reveals why your podcast guesting strategy isn…
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Ever wish you could go behind the scenes with someone who oversees strategies for today's top podcasts like Alex Hormozi and Patrick Lencioni? Your wish is my command. Podcast expert Seth Silvers is here in the studio to teach you how to create a podcast that doesn't just capture attention, but dominates the conversation. We transparently discuss w…
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In this episode of the Well-Oiled Operations™ podcast, Stacy speaks with business growth expert Scott Ritzheimer about the journey from startup to visionary founder and what it takes to succeed at every level of entrepreneurship. Scott, who has an impressive track record of helping over 20,000 businesses and nonprofits start up, dives into the stag…
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Ever wonder how a brand-new podcast can skyrocket to the top of the charts? There are two ways it can happen, and in this episode, I’m taking you behind the scenes of bestselling author and founder Jamie Kern Lima’s recent podcast launch to show you how. Find out the mechanisms at work that helped her claim the #1 spot in self-improvement, Top 20 o…
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If you have a podcast that’s not converting as many listeners to leads as you want, chances are it has nothing to do with the current size of your podcast audience and everything to do with the first impression you’re making on your listeners. Fellow podcaster Beth Schillaci joins me in this episode to break down the five key elements of your podca…
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In this episode of the Well-Oiled Operations™ podcast, Stacy interviews Jodi Lovett, the owner of Love It by Design, a highly successful staging company operating in Ohio and southeast Michigan, about her remarkable success in reactivating past clients. Stacy delves into Jodi's incredible results from implementing a reactivation campaign, which led…
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Are niche podcasts growing faster than general ones? Are video podcasts here to stay? Why are podcast networks booming? What will podcasting look like in the next 3-5 years? And most importantly, will your podcast rise with the tide or will it sink? Get ready for a deep dive into the future of podcasting and learn what the latest trends are, why th…
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Most podcast hosts think high-quality episodes are enough to attract new listeners. But they’re not. If you want to be the host of a top-ranked podcast, you need to know how to hook your listener *before* they hit play. Because having a bingeworthy podcast isn’t just about keeping listeners’ attention — it's about knowing how to grab it in the firs…
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In this episode of the Well-Oiled Operations™ podcast, Stacy offers a timely discussion on balancing a booming business while enjoying a fulfilling summer. Packed with tips and practical advice, this episode is particularly beneficial for business owners torn between relaxation and the pursuit of their business goals. Tune in to discover Stacy’s si…
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In this episode of the Well-Oiled Operations™ podcast, Stacy delves into the challenges of entrepreneurial isolation, highlighting the importance of mastering key business techniques, systems, and mindset for success. Stacy shares practical advice on how to attract more customers, increase profitability, and create a better balance between professi…
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Ever find yourself staring at your podcast analytics dashboard, wondering what to do with all that data? Maybe you check once a month to see if your downloads are increasing. But what if you knew how to decode your listener data to pinpoint exactly what your listeners want and unearth your most bingeworthy episode topics? Whether you’ve been podcas…
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Spoiler alert… the real key to growing a podcast isn’t consistency. Think about it: if consistency were the key to long-term podcasting growth, then everyone who’s been releasing an episode every week for the past year or more would have a Top 100 podcast — and that’s not the case. So if you’re sick of hearing “consistency is key to podcasting succ…
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If your podcast hasn’t shown significant audience growth in the last three months despite giving your best stuff away for free in every episode, it might have nothing to do with your content and everything to do with what your listeners are hearing in your voice when you share it. Believe it or not, it’s not what you say ~but how you say it~ that’l…
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In this episode of the Well-Oiled Operations™ podcast, Stacy and Mel Abraham delve into the crucial aspects of building financial freedom. Mel shares his unique insights on developing healthy money habits, managing business finances effectively, and preparing for a secure financial future. Mel Abraham, author of "Building Your Money Machine," discu…
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Most experts who preach about podcast growth won’t tell you this: but if you’ve been podcasting for six months or more and fewer than ten listeners have converted to clients, the first step isn’t “grow your audience”... The first step is to look at why the listeners you have aren’t converting to begin with. In this episode, I’m breaking down three …
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How many times have you sat down to plan an episode, only to stare at the cursor blinking on the screen for an hour because you're fresh out of new episode ideas? If you're an expert host who’s starting to run out of things to talk about on your podcast, this episode is for you. I’ll let you in on a secret that today’s top podcasters don’t want you…
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In this episode of the Well-Oiled Operations™ podcast, Stacy explores the essential yet often neglected realm of business metrics tracking for strategic decision-making. Stacy gives her expert advice on how small business owners can simplify their operations and focus on mastering key techniques and systems to drive success. She underscores the cru…
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Ever wondered how to improve your Listen Notes ranking? In this episode, I’m breaking down what Listen Notes is, how it works, and whether its rankings really matter for your podcast. You’ll also learn how Listen Notes rankings differ from Apple Podcasts rankings, and I’ll give you three practical steps you can take to better understand — and impro…
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The biggest reason most hosts give up after Episode 6? They aren’t seeing an ROI on the time and effort they’re putting into their podcast. But the *real* reason they aren’t seeing an ROI isn’t because their show isn’t good enough or there’s too much competition — but because they don’t know how to stand out against it. Think of it like this: you’d…
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In this episode of the Well-Oiled Operations™ podcast, Stacy takes us through a transformative journey with guest Alicia Ybarra, a bridal gown designer mastering Generation Z marketing techniques, who recently achieved phenomenal success. Together, they dive into Alicia's bold moves and innovative strategies, highlighting how businesses can signifi…
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Tired of asking for reviews in every episode and hearing nothing but crickets? I mean, it’s obvious from your analytics dashboard that people are listening to your show. People even tell you “omg I love your podcast” or “that episode was exactly what I needed to hear!” But STILL they won’t take 30 seconds and leave a review. #rude That’s because th…
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You know when you listen to a podcast episode and you’re like, “This is creepy. It’s like they made this just for me. How did they know I needed this?! Are they in my brain?! Woah. HOW DID THEY KNOW?!" (Well. It’s me, hi. I’m doing it again). Look, no one (and I mean absolutely no one) starts a podcast and says, "I want to put all this effort in an…
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In this episode of the Well-Oiled Operations™ podcast, Stacy delves into the implications of Non-Compete Laws on the critical decision-making process between hiring employees versus contractors, highlighting the complexities of modern entrepreneurship. With her extensive experience, Stacy provides actionable advice to help business owners strike th…
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If you want a podcast that thousands of people listen to, you first have to know how to get people to care about what you have to say. The problem? Most podcast hosts think “valuable content” is the key to growing an engaged podcast audience. So they teach as much as they can in every episode because they believe more information means more value. …
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Do you really need a podcast editor? Or can you get by with one of those AI editing tools and call it a day? This is a question I get asked all the time by people who value their time, and there's no shortage of opinions on this topic. But if you're a business owner who podcasts (or if you're wanting to turn your podcast into a business) there are …
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In this episode of the Well-Oiled Operations™ podcast, Stacy explores advanced onboarding strategies and their complexities and the significant role they play in retention. She concentrates on continuous feedback, fostering social connections, and steering clear of typical onboarding mistakes. Stacy also discusses the value of a structured and pers…
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The biggest complaint I hear from experts who are using their podcast as a lead-gen tool is this: "No matter how much valuable content I give away for free in every episode, I still can't get listeners to convert to leads!" I get it, because I was once there too. You started your podcast to get more eyeballs on your business and your offers. And it…
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Ever wonder whether you should offer subscription-based bonus content on your podcast? Well, you're not alone. Sure, it has the potential to create a new income stream and provide even more value to your most engaged listeners — but it can sometimes be tough to tell if it's something your podcast will *actually* benefit from or if it's just another…
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In this episode of the Well-Oiled Operations™ podcast, Stacy explains strategic employee onboarding and its powerful role in enhancing employee retention. She provides practical insights applicable to both traditional and online businesses. Tune in to learn about developing a framework that not only attracts more customers and boosts profit margins…
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Are you toying with the idea of starting a podcast, but worried people won't want to hear what you have to say? Or maybe you already started your show, but your throat still feels tight every time you hit the record button. If this is you, you're not alone. (Case in point: I *still* struggle with this sometimes.) The reality? That voice of self-dou…
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Tell me if this sounds familiar... → You publish at least one new podcast episode every week without fail... but you’re still getting less than 1000 downloads per episode (despite doing literally everything the experts say you need to do to grow your show) → People tell you they love your podcast but no one has left a review on your show in the las…
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In this episode of the Well-Oiled Operations™ podcast, Stacy explores the seller’s blueprint with Aleta Mechtel, uncovering the secrets behind successfully preparing a business for sale. This discussion delves deep into the strategies and systems Aleta implemented to sell her profitable educational enterprise. Aleta discusses the critical role of h…
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You've likely heard of content repurposing—taking your podcast episodes and converting them into bite-sized clips to share on short-form platforms. In theory, it's supposed to help you expand your reach and drive traffic back to your podcast. But in reality? You're spending hours scouring through endless AI-generated clips, adding flashy effects an…
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Most people think today’s top podcasters are successful because they have a massive audience, a professional audio setup, and this seemingly effortless ability to pump out high-quality content daily. Those things can help, but when you think of successful podcasts like "Serial" or "The Joe Rogan Experience”, it’s not ~just~ the audio quality or eve…
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In this episode of the Well-Oiled Operations™ podcast, Stacy, zeroes in on cultivating top talent through innovative employee retention and satisfaction strategies. Stacy unveils practical approaches to ensure your workforce remains engaged, loyal, and content. Delving into the intricacies of creating and applying effective compensation and benefit…
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In this episode of the Well-Oiled Operations™ podcast, Stacy discusses surviving social media setbacks after her Instagram account was lost to allegations of fraud and deception, a critical platform for her business success. She confronts a sudden disruption of her online presence, detailing how it immediately affected her company's revenue, her te…
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If watching other successful hosts and imitating what they do was the secret to a successful podcast, then everyone who's mirrored another successful host would have a Top 100 podcast… and we both know that's not the case. But how exactly *do* you steer clear of the Podcast Comparison Trap when it feels like other podcasts are the only benchmark fo…
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Want to increase listener engagement and create a loyal audience for your podcast? If you're like, “duh yes!”, then this is the episode for you. I've got top podcaster and author Matt Drinkhan here in the studio to show you three listener engagement strategies you need to incorporate to create a dynamic and engaging podcasting experience that hooks…
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In this episode of the Well-Oiled Operations™ podcast, Stacy talks on the nuanced strategies of retaining top talent within your organization and the delicate balance between competitive compensation and the intangibles that keep employees engaged. Stacy emphasizes the critical role that compensation and benefits play in employee retention and sati…
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There I was, crying over my analytics dashboard at 10:42 AM. I'd just released my 16th episode and I still hadn’t enrolled a single new client from my podcast. I came *this close* to throwing my mic in the garbage and giving up on this whole podcasting thing (and honestly? I have no clue what stopped me). But now looking back, I’m so glad I stuck w…
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In this episode of the Well-Oiled Operations™ podcast, we explore maximizing productivity without burnout, as Stacy unveils the secrets to achieving high efficiency without the risk of fatigue. She highlights the revolutionary role of 'brain breaks' in boosting business performance. Stacy illustrates the significant uplift these brief intermissions…
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I hear so many people say that starting a podcast is easy. (Sigh. If only.) Let’s be real — if starting a successful podcast was based on finding time to record and hitting publish on a new episode once a week, you would've made it happen six months ago. The problem isn’t finding time to start your podcast. The problem is not wanting to waste your …
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In this episode of the Well-Oiled Operations™ podcast, Stacy explores the journey of scaling new heights by tackling strategies for overcoming a plateau in business growth. With her extensive entrepreneurial experience, she dives into the common challenges business owners encounter as their growth stalls and offers actionable techniques to reignite…
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