185 | Podcast Growth Hacks That Actually Work (& Boost Revenue), with Chris Hutchins

Chris Hutchins, founder and host of All The Hacks, scaled his show into a 7-figure business using only ads and affiliate revenue — that’s right, no courses or coaching services involved. In this episode, we dive into the strategies that have helped him reach 55,000 downloads per episode and sell out ad slots months in advance. Chris unpacks his success using the four steps of the Grow The Show podcast ladder framework, sharing tons of insights and tips for podcast growth, audience engagement, retention, and monetization.

You’ll get answers to the following questions and more: Are cross-promos or guest appearances more effective for growth? Do big names actually grow your podcast, or can solo episodes be just as impactful? How does YouTube compare to traditional platforms for audience growth and retention?

Plus, tune in to hear an underutilized strategy that could significantly boost your podcast’s reach and revenue!

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