Jen Rogers | Podcast Strategist, Certified Professional Coach | Idea Synthesizer
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Most entrepreneurs dread sales because it feels pushy, awkward, or like you’re begging for business. But what if sales was actually the most life-giving skill you could learn? In this episode, I sit down with Jane Garee, the sales strategist for the non-sales person, to unpack how selling can be simple, natural, and even joyful. Jane shares her Trifecta of Sales framework, the 3 Rs that make content convert, and why sales isn’t just a business skill… it’s a life skill that creates ripple effe...
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Most entrepreneurs dread sales because it feels pushy, awkward, or like you’re begging for business. But what if sales was actually the most life-giving skill you could learn? In this episode, I sit down with Jane Garee, the sales strategist for the non-sales person, to unpack how selling can be simple, natural, and even joyful. Jane shares her Trifecta of Sales framework, the 3 Rs that make content convert, and why sales isn’t just a business skill… it’s a life skill that creates ripple effe...
Most entrepreneurs dread sales because it feels pushy, awkward, or like you’re begging for business. But what if sales was actually the most life-giving skill you could learn? In this episode, I sit down with Jane Garee, the sales strategist for the non-sales person, to unpack how selling can be simple, natural, and even joyful. Jane shares her Trifecta of Sales framework, the 3 Rs that make content convert, and why sales isn’t just a business skill… it’s a life skill that creates ripple effe...
Lead generation isn’t just a marketing buzzword; lead gen is the heartbeat of your business. And here’s wisdom you need most right now: if you say you can’t, you must. In this episode of Simplify Podcasting, I’m joined by my hunka-hunka Bill Rogers to break down what real life lead generation that works looks like. Forget cold algorithms, funnels, and AI scripts. We must build authentic relationships, show up in the right rooms, and create connections that close the trust gap and lead to conv...
And let us not grow weary in doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up.Galatians 6:9 There are seasons when the world feels unbearably heavy, and the microphone in front of us feels like too much. Yet it is in these very moments that obedience to our calling as podcasters matters most. In this episode, I want to gently encourage you to keep podcasting. Your voice is a vessel God has entrusted to proclaim the gospel. Podcasting is not simply about growth or numbers; it i...
Are your podcast episodes getting all the attention they deserve? Is your evergreen content converting well for you? In this episode, I break down the secret behind episodes that get downloaded again and again, year after year. You’ll discover: Why trust is the foundation of every episode that resonates.How to leverage your expertise without sounding salesy.The key to converting listeners into raving fans and clients.I’ll also share subtle strategies for creating episodes that serve you...
Struggling to grow your podcast audience or keep listeners coming back? In this episode, we’re calling out the #1 podcasting mistake killing your listener retention—and how small tweaks in your hook, episode structure, and intro can make your show go from skipped to sticky. Plus, I’m offering personalized Podcast Audits to help you fix blind spots and monetize before the end of 2025. If you’ve ever wondered why your podcast isn’t growing the way you hoped, it might be because you’re...
What to Say on a Podcast (So People Lean In) Because the right words on a podcast can open doors faster than any marketing tactic. Ever stumble over your words when someone asks what you do? Or, you experience that awkward transfer of the microphone? In this episode, I’m sharing a powerful teaching I first gave inside Maria Fontana’s Salon Business School - and now I’m bringing it straight to you. I’ll show you why the way you talk about your business matters just as much as what ...
Ready to get brutally honest about your podcast and how it is performing? In this episode, I walk you through the tough questions you need to ask yourself if you want your podcast - and your business - to reach the next level. I’ll show you why being brutally honest about your “floor”, the standards you refuse to compromise, is the key to building staying power and achieving those impossible goals. You’ll learn the five areas every podcaster must assess: · Purpose:...
Command the Room. Command the Mic. Command the Market. For visionaries who build empires without bowing to the world’s rules. You already know you’re called. You already know you’ve been entrusted with influence. The real question is - are you stewarding it at full capacity? In this episode, I sit down with Tania Khazaal, a powerhouse leader who went from rock-bottom circumstances to building a thriving, purpose-driven 7-figure business. Tania equips women to reclaim their God-given voice, vi...
I was 942 seconds into The Science of Scaling when I hit pause. Not because I was bored. I realized I had to stop and re-evaluate everything I’d written down for 2026 gaols that started for me this August. In this episode, I’m not giving you another podcasting tip. I’m challenging you to audit your goals, your positioning, and how you’re showing up on the mic. Here’s what I’m sharing: Why the real bottleneck to scaling might be the attainability of your goalsHow audiobook release strate...
You don’t need a million downloads to monetize - but you do need to know who you are behind the mic. In this episode, I’m breaking down the three types of podcasters I see over and over again (and maybe you’ll see yourself too): The Artist, The Angel, and The Accountant. Each brings something powerful. And each can sabotage your show’s success without the right plan. I’m also sharing real-world ways podcasters earn income at different stages, plus a few myths that need to be retired onc...
If Part 1 (EP 280) was the "should I even start a podcast?" conversation, this is where we map out what it's going to take to succeed and monetize - without burning out. Still deciding if podcasting is the right move or the right time? This episode gives you the checklist most people skip before they ever hit record. In Part 2 of my live coaching session with Anita, we wrap up our conversation by getting into the common traps and costly distractions most new podcasters fall into. (Spoiler: It...
Thinking about launching a podcast but not sure if it’s a smart move or just more content chaos? In this strategy-packed coaching session, I'll help transformational coach Anita evaluate if podcasting fits her business model, her message, and her season of life. This isn’t a hype session. It’s the kind of conversation seasoned entrepreneurs wish they’d had before sinking hours into a mic with no plan. You'll learn: Why a proven offer is the non-negotiable first stepWhat it really takes (time,...
Where are you as a podcaster? At the beginning? In the messy middle of podcasting? I dare say, unless you hang it up, you're never at the end! The messy middle is that challenging season where motivation dips, results lag, and doubt creeps in. Here’s the game changer: God is not absent in the middle; He’s working through it to prepare you, offer grace, and align your purpose. If you want your podcast to truly grow your business and not drain your energy, it’s time to shift your mindset ...
Sign up for the Podcast Ecosystem Masterclass - Live with Jen! Just because you’re consistent doesn’t mean your podcast is working. If your show isn’t bringing in leads, building real trust, or supporting your offers, it’s not a content problem. It’s an ecosystem problem. In this episode, I’m breaking down the real reason most podcasts stall, fade, or flop - and the 5-part ecosystem you need to make sure yours doesn’t. This isn’t about adding more episodes. It’s about building a strategy that...
Guesting on podcasts isn’t optional anymore... Not if you’re serious about growing your business. Today I’m walking you through four things you need to be thinking about before you pitch another podcast. These aren’t hacks or templates. They’re foundational for getting booked on aligned, complementary shows, the kind of interviews that actually grow your authority, not just your download count. I’m not walking through all seven guesting building blocks from the guide, but I am sharing four c...
Do you read books just to hit a number each year? Or do you soak in a select few so you can implement, implement, implement? When I hit record this week with my neatly outlined episode, I sensed something was... off. The timing didn’t feel right, but I couldn’t put my finger on why. And then it hit me. I knew I had to pause the power-packed guesting episode I had planned (don’t worry - it’s coming next week). Because sometimes your perfectly mapped-out plan gets hijacked. And by hijacked, I m...
What if the secret to a successful, profitable podcast isn’t more hustle... but boredom? Let's dive into a counterintuitive but powerful idea: intentional boredom. It sounds strange, but it just might be the missing piece in your podcasting monetizing and productivity strategy. Drawing from insights in Cal Newport’s DEEP WORK, I’ll walk you through how boredom can sharpen your thinking, fuel your creativity, and help you finally cut through the noise. Here’s what you’ll learn: Why bored...
You’ve probably heard it before: “Just batch 12 episodes and launch messy.” But what if that’s exactly why your show isn’t converting? Is your podcast a strategic business asset… or just a never-ending to-do? Inside, we unpack: The shortcut mindset that's stalling your impactWhat the "long cut" really looks like (and why it works)Three practical shifts to simplify, build trust, and actually growHow consistent connection trumps sporadic promotion every timeIf you're tired of podcasting that fe...
Let’s cut to it. You’ve got the influence, the offer, and the infrastructure — but something is off. Like your message isn’t landing. Your platform isn’t converting. And the decisions you’re making now matter more than ever. This episode breaks down what high-performing, mission-driven entrepreneurs face daily but rarely admit: How the very traits that built your empire can quietly sabotage your focusWhy DIY content and mass-market trainings stall growth at the topThe power of intentional, re...
Let’s be real - are you secretly building offers for clients you hope won’t say yes? Maybe it started with a “starter offer” to ease people in… Or a downsell you added out of panic when leads stopped converting… But now your offer suite feels like a garage sale—and the right-fit clients aren’t buying. In this episode of Simplify Podcasting, we’re calling it out: Misaligned offers aren’t just messy—they’re killing your momentum and destroying trust. You’ll learn: How the wrong offers quietly ...
Most entrepreneurs dread sales because it feels pushy, awkward, or like you’re begging for business. But what if sales was actually the most life-giving skill you could learn? In this episode, I sit down with Jane Garee, the sales strategist for the non-sales person, to unpack how selling can be simple, natural, and even joyful. Jane shares her Trifecta of Sales framework, the 3 Rs that make content convert, and why sales isn’t just a business skill… it’s a life skill that creates ripple effe...
