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2021/02/23
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2026/04/14
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Clocking In is the podcast for podcasters, entrepreneurs, and professionals making their way in the working world, while building their own personal brand in the podcasting industry. If you're a podcaster (or even just dreaming about launching your own podcast someday), this podcast about podcasting was built to help you merge your love of conversation, education, and business. On this show, you'll discover essential tools for podcasters and explore podcast growth, whether you're just starting out or looking to grow your podcast. We cover everything from podcasting for beginners to advanced podcast strategy, offering podcasting tips that can help you at any stage of your journey. Learn about launching a podcast, developing a content plan, and monetizing a podcast effectively. Each episode is packed with podcasting education to empower you with the knowledge you need to succeed in the ever-evolving world of podcasting. If you've been asking yourself, "How can I grow my show?," this is the podcast for you! Join Haylee Gaffin each week to hear stories and advice on life, entrepreneurship, business, and podcasting! Haylee is the owner of Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. This show is brought to you by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production agency for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about launching and growing your podcast with Gaffin Creative gaffincreative.com. Let's Connect: gaffincreative.com instagram.com/hayleegaffin Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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210: Podcast Networks Explained (And Whether They’re Right for You)
2026/04/14
Are you considering joining a podcast network? In today’s episode, I want to equip you with all the information you’d need if that opportunity ever comes up. I’m breaking down what a podcast network is, how they work, and how to evaluate whether it’s the right fit for your show.
Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.
Find It Quickly:
What a podcast network actually is (1:31)
Why podcast networks exist (2:57)
The benefits and trade-offs of joining a podcast network (4:46)
Why networks make sense for some podcasters (7:38)
Why they’re not always the right fit (8:23)
Why my business is a production agency, not a network (9:35)
Questions to ask if you’re considering a network (10:40)
Connect with Haylee:
Soundboard Society: gaffincreative.com/soundboard
Instagram: instagram.com/hayleegaffin
Website: gaffincreative.com
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209: Feeling Stuck in Your Business? You Might Be in the Wrong Season
2026/04/07
Are you feeling weird about your business right now? You might be in a season of business you don't recognize, yet don't know how to handle it. In today’s episode, I’m breaking down four common seasons of business and how each requires something a little different from you. Plus, how your podcast can support you through each one.
Ready to get unstuck? Join the waitlist for coaching: gaffincreative.com/coaching
Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.
Find It Quickly:
The problem: when we think it’s us (1:59)
The moment it clicked for me (2:36)
A quick note on “seasons” (6:36)
The four seasons of business (7:24)
Where you might be right now (15:05)
How to identify your season (16:23)
Mentioned in this Episode:
Join our coaching waitlist: gaffincreative.com/coaching
Connect with Haylee:
Soundboard Society: gaffincreative.com/soundboard
Instagram: instagram.com/hayleegaffin
Website: gaffincreative.com
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Bonus: How to Be a Great Podcast Guest ft. Joy Michelle of Called to Both
2026/03/31
What makes a guest unforgettable—in a good way? If you’ve been following our series on podcast guesting, today’s bonus episode is the perfect wrap-up. You’ll hear from Joy Michelle—business coach and host of the Called to Both podcast—in an episode I asked to re-air here on Clocking In. Joy breaks down the often-overlooked art of being an excellent podcast guest with clarity and intention.
This is your crash course on what it really means to be prepared, present, and professional when you’re given the mic on someone else’s platform.
This episode originally aired as episode 95 of Called to Both with Joy Michelle.
Gaffin Creative's Podcast Gear Recommendations:
https://gaffincreative.com/podcast-equipment-for-beginners/
Mentioned in this Episode:
Episode 6: Your Business Needs a “Power Hour
Shure MV7 Mic
Logitech Blue Yeti Mic
Logitech Web Cam
PowerPitch Email Templates
Connect with Joy:
Instagram: instagram.com/joyymichelle
Youtube: youtube.com/channel/UC-Ou6jRKxcjMrVMxWxLO_fQ
Facebook: facebook.com/joymichellephotography
Coach with Joy: joymichelle.co/coaching
Review the transcript: https://share.descript.com/view/ptnDsYyzrW0
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208: Should I Work with a PR Firm or Guest Pitching Company
2026/03/24
Are you intentional with your podcast pitching? In today’s episode, I’m walking you through how to pitch the right way, whether you’re pitching guests onto your show or yourself onto someone else’s. Plus, I’m sharing how to be mindful when outsourcing your pitching with a PR company, virtual assistant, or team member.
Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.
Find It Quickly:
Normalize outsourcing (because it’s not the problem) (1:39)
Pitching guests onto your podcast (2:20)
Pitching yourself onto other podcasts (5:02)
Mentioned in this Episode:
Podcast Guest Research Assistant: link
Connect with Haylee:
Soundboard Society: gaffincreative.com/soundboard
Instagram: instagram.com/hayleegaffin
Website: gaffincreative.com
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207: How to Be a Better Podcast Host (Without Burning Bridges)
2026/03/17
Are you being the best podcast host you can be? In today’s episode, I’m sharing my top tips for selecting, pitching, and communicating with guests in a way that protects your reputation, relationships, and audience. Because how you host is a reflection of how you lead.
Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.
Find It Quickly:
Get clear on the actual goal of your podcast (2:07)
Guest selection is a leadership responsibility (3:06)
Pitch with context, not just credentials (3:51)
Confirm the topic before you hit record (4:58)
Host the conversation - even if it’s not perfect (6:05)
If you mess up, repair the relationship (8:55)
The Podcast Guest Research Assistant (9:48)
Mentioned in this Episode:
Podcast Guest Research Assistant:
Connect with Haylee:
Soundboard Society: gaffincreative.com/soundboard
Instagram: instagram.com/hayleegaffin
Website: gaffincreative.com
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206: Why Prepared Podcast Hosts Make Better Leaders (Even Beyond the Mic)
2026/03/10
Have you ever shown up ready to record—only to realize the host didn’t know the topic, didn’t prep, and wasn’t actually ready to host the conversation? That’s what today’s episode is all about.
On this replay from the Laylee Emadi Podcast, I sit down with my friend and podcast client Laylee Emadi to unpack an experience she's seen multiple times recently as a podcast guest: hosts who outsource without oversight, skip alignment, and miss the responsibility that comes with leading a show.
Whether you’re a podcast host, a frequent guest, or a business owner who shows up publicly, this episode will give you language, clarity, and confidence to:
Understand how host preparation (or the lack of it) impacts reputation and relationships.Navigate awkward guest situations with professionalism and integrity.Build systems that protect your audience, your relationships, and your time—without sacrificing genuine conversation.Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.
Mentioned in this Episode:
Podcast Guest Research Assistant GPT
Podcast Guest Rejection Email Templates
Review the Transcript: https://share.descript.com/view/l2jfLkw0e54
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205: Women Are Underrepresented in Podcasting—Here's How We Change It
2026/03/03
Happy International Women’s Day! Do you know the stats for women in podcasting? Today, we’re diving into the gender gap in podcasting, plus my reflections after 5 years of Clocking In.
Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.
Find It Quickly:
Celebrating 5 years of Clocking In (1:08)
The stats of women behind the mic (2:22)
Women in podcasting (3:21)
The team of women at Gaffin Creative (4:15)
Bringing more women in (not kicking men out) (5:18)
Women belong in the podcasting space (6:18)
Mentioned in this Episode:
Recording Academy Women in the Mix: grammy.com/news/women-in-the-mix-study-2022
Northwestern University Breaking The Sound Ceiling: northwestu.edu/blog/breaking-the-sound-ceiling
Sounds Profitable “The Creators” Report: thepodcasthost.com/business-of-podcasting/sounds-profitables-the-creators-report
USC Annenberg Inequality In Popular Podcasts?: assets.uscannenberg.org/docs/aii-inequality-Podcasts
Women’s Audio Mission: womensaudiomission.org/about
Midia Research: midiaresearch.com/blog/podcast-industry-tackles-underrepresentation-but-will-every-voice-be-heard
Connect with Haylee:
Soundboard Society: gaffincreative.com/soundboard
Instagram: instagram.com/hayleegaffin
Website: gaffincreative.com
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204: What strategies can I use to improve the production quality and content of my podcast?
2026/02/24
What makes a podcast sound professional and effortless? In today’s episode, I’m diving into three pillars of podcast quality: audio, content clarity, and intention. I’m sharing how you can easily boost the quality of your next recording and create a voice that listeners trust.
Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.
Find It Quickly:
Creating high quality audio (2:29)
Recording with content clarity (7:38)
Crafting with intention (10:40)
Building a system that works for you (11:53)
Quick wins to implement today (14:07)
Mentioned in this Episode:
Clocking In Episode 198: Which Podcast Mic Is Worth Your Money? gaffincreative.com/198-which-podcast-mic-is-worth-your-money
Connect with Haylee:
Soundboard Society: gaffincreative.com/soundboard
Instagram: instagram.com/hayleegaffin
Website: gaffincreative.com
Review the Transcript: https://share.descript.com/view/LT2nM0w1WYn
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203: 5 Ways to Use Email Marketing with Your Podcast
2026/02/17
Are you podcast and email marketing working together? In today’s episode, I’m teaching you 5 strategies to leverage your podcast and email marketing together. You’ll learn how to drive downloads, convert listeners into buyers, and turn your podcast into your best lead generator.
Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.
Find It Quickly:
The state of email marketing in 2026 (1:00)
Repurpose your podcast into email content (2:45)
Drive downloads to older episodes and feed your funnels (7:19)
Convert listeners into buyers (10:49)
Turn your podcast into your best lead generator (12:42)
Segment your list (14:23)
Mentioned in this Episode:
Gaffin Creative Podlinks: gaffincreative.com/podlinks
Customize Your Podcast Player Icons: gaffincreative.com/podlinks-canva-template
Connect with Haylee:
Soundboard Society: gaffincreative.com/soundboard
Instagram: instagram.com/hayleegaffin
Website: gaffincreative.com
Review the Transcript: https://share.descript.com/view/MnkeoLB5oG8
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202: This Simple Strategy Can Grow Your Downloads with Your Existing Audience
2026/02/10
Your best content doesn’t have an expiration date—so why let it sit dormant in your feed? Today, I’m breaking down a super simple strategy for increasing downloads on your older content through your existing audience.
We’ll walk through how to reference older episodes in a way that adds value, feels natural, and guides listeners without overwhelming them. Plus, I’m giving you a plug-and-play formula for how to do it and examples you can steal.
Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.
Find It Quickly:
The simple strategy for growing downloads on old episodes (1:38)
The formula for mentioning an old episode (2:25)
Creating compilation content from old episodes (4:48)
Practical advice for sharing old episodes (5:52)
Mentioned in this Episode:
Episode 143: Can Your Podcast Generate You Revenue? [Becoming a Paid Podcaster]
Episode 194: Reflecting on 2025
Connect with Haylee:
Soundboard Society: gaffincreative.com/soundboard
Instagram: instagram.com/hayleegaffin
Website: gaffincreative.com
Review the Transcript: https://share.descript.com/view/mBU5XeyNH88
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201: How to Create a Solid Hook for the Start of Your Podcast Episode
2026/02/03
Are you losing listeners in the first five seconds of your show? Today’s episode is all about the impact that the opening of your show can make on listener retention. I’m diving into hooks: how to create them with intention and examples you can use when you record next.
Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.
Find It Quickly:
Why you shouldn’t start with your podcast intro (1:35)
How I recommend you start your episodes (2:19)
What makes a great hook (3:02)
Four types of hooks for your podcast (3:34)
Tips for creating intentional hooks (4:51)
Opening with a clip from the episode (6:18)
Mastering the first 20 seconds (7:49)
Connect with Haylee:
Soundboard Society: gaffincreative.com/soundboard
Instagram: instagram.com/hayleegaffin
Website: gaffincreative.com
Transcript: https://share.descript.com/view/LJSzClq9Bp0
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200: What Your Podcast Numbers Are Really Telling You
2026/01/27
When was the last time you looked at your podcast numbers? In today’s episode, I’m walking you through a simple review of your numbers and what to do with that data. Plus, get an inside look at a data review call within Soundboard Society, the coaching program for podcasters.
Register for our Data Review Call on February 2nd: gaffincreative.com/ssbts
Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.
Find It Quickly:
Why your monthly data matters (1:38)
Which numbers to pay attention to (2:28)
What do you want your podcast to do this year? (3:39)
Marketing with a realistic capacity (4:36)
Questions for reviewing your data (5:30)
Behind-the-scenes of Soundboard Society (7:12)
Mentioned in this Episode:
Register for our Data Review Call: gaffincreative.com/ssbts
Connect with Haylee:
Soundboard Society: gaffincreative.com/soundboard
Instagram: instagram.com/hayleegaffin
Review the Transcript: https://share.descript.com/view/2tW4vw10rye
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199: Looking for a Sign to Launch a Podcast? This is it!
2026/01/20
Ready to launch your podcast in 2026? Today’s episode is a behind-the-scenes look at The Podcast Planning Challenge, happening next week. In this challenge, we’re taking a look at your podcast asset essentials, your content plan and strategy, and the overall blueprint for finally launching the podcast you’ve been dreaming about.
Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.
Find It Quickly:
Your podcast is a business asset (1:08)
Yes, you should start a podcast (2:05)
The Podcast Planning Challenge (2:33)
Now is the perfect time to plan your podcast (4:07)
Mentioned in this Episode:
The Podcast Planning Challenge: gaffincreative.com/challenge
Podcast Launch VIP Day: gaffincreative.com/podcast-launch
Connect with Haylee:
Soundboard Society: gaffincreative.com/soundboard
Instagram: instagram.com/hayleegaffin
Transcript: https://share.descript.com/view/CbRI9Y2XW8i
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198: Which Podcast Mic is Worth Your Money? A Raw, Untreated Comparison
2026/01/13
Are you wondering which microphone is the best for your podcast? In today’s episode, I’m putting some of the most common options to the test. Listen in for a side-by-side comparison of the more budget-friendly microphone choices available to podcasters.
Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.
Find It Quickly:
Where I record Clocking In (1:12)
Apple Macbook Pro (2:43)
Apple Corded Headphones (3:19)
Apple Airpods (4:11)
Apple Airpod Pro (5:19)
Logitech Yeti (5:57)
Samson Q2U (7:45)
Shure SM58 (8:45)
Mentioned in this Episode:
The Podcast Gear We’re Using On Clocking In: gaffincreative.com/podcast-gear-list-for-clocking-in-with-haylee-gaffin
Podcast Gear and Equipment for Beginners: gaffincreative.com/podcast-equipment-for-beginners
Apple MacBook Pro: amzn.to/4rUO9Ev
Apple EarPods: amzn.to/3XatnTo
Apple AirPods: amzn.to/4rTzwBt
Apple AirPods Pro: amzn.to/4rgt1s9
Logitech Blue Yeti: amzn.to/3S2XZUP
Samson Q2U: amzn.to/3zHCaDW
Shure SM58: amzn.to/4eP5EzL
Shure SM7B: amzn.to/3JrDG1R
Connect with Haylee:
Soundboard Society: gaffincreative.com/soundboard
Instagram: instagram.com/hayleegaffin
Transcript: https://share.descript.com/view/zD6gdKtl6JN
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197: Audit Your Podcast Profitability with this Traffic Light Exercise
2026/01/06
Is your podcast actually profitable, or is it just busy? In today’s episode, I’m sharing a sneak peak of the Podcast Profits Workshop. This workshop is designed to help you better align your podcast with your business goals, and make the necessary tweaks to see more conversion and revenue from your podcast.
Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.
Find It Quickly:
Why alignment is step one of your profitability (1:29)
The business and offer alignment exercise (4:07)
A further sneak peak into the Podcast Profits Workshop (5:48)
Mentioned in this Episode:
Podcast Profits Workshop Registration: gaffincreative.com/roi-workshop/
Traffic Light Worksheet: gaffincreative.com/traffic-light-exercise
Connect with Haylee:
Soundboard Society: gaffincreative.com/soundboard
Instagram: instagram.com/hayleegaffin
Review the transcript: https://share.descript.com/view/Zsmvy9CPbxn
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Jay Franze 2025/10/17
Amazing
Haylee does such a great job hosting her show, while providing amazing content.
JessCreatives 2025/02/28
Must-listen!
If you’re a podcaster, you need to listen. Haylee is so insightful and practical. Sending this to all of my friends!
Fab host with a great voice..! 2025/02/21
Slow n steady wins the race…!
Haylee takes you thru her ‘lessons” in a methodical n thoughtful manner to help u grasp concepts more easily n apply …!
BriSeeley 2025/02/18
The resource I wish I had 10 years ago!
Yes, I’ve been podcasting for ten years and I’ve had to figure a lot out on my own - especially in 2015. Haylee removes that obstacle and gives you ev...
Laurie-Ann Murabito 2025/02/15
My go to for pod info
This podcast is a gold mine for information. I met Hailey at a podcasting conference and she knows her stuff, stays on top of industry news. If you’re...
Laura Jawad 2025/02/15
A Masterclass in how to start a podcast
“Start a podcast” is on my 2025 bingo card and this has been my one stop shop to learn what I need to learn. Haylee is super smart and really easy to ...
emily reagan 2025/02/14
The Podcast About Podcasting That Every Podcaster Needs
As a fellow podcaster, I can confidently say that Checking In is basically the meta-podcast of my dreams. Hailey drops golden nuggets on everything fr...
Ciciamor 2025/02/05
Knowledge drop 🙌🏽
Haylee Gaffin spills the tea on podcasting for Podcasters and I’m so grateful! With so much noise in the online world nowadays, it’s nice to cut throu...
CourseCreator 2025/02/05
Amazing amazing
Haylee has helped me so much with my podcast. The one thing I look for in a podcast is strategic advice that I can implement and she knocks it out of ...
Krislawt 2025/02/04
Such a great resource!
I love Haylee’s supportive and encouraging way she hosts this podcast. It makes hosting my own podcast seem really doable!
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