DIY vs Partner: Making a Podcast

Pros and cons of doing it yourself

As you start developing your podcast idea, the question must be asked: will you do it yourself, or will you use a production partner?

In the Podcast Roadmap (free when you sign up for the Rebel Yell Creative newsletter), you'll walk through each step of the podcast process. And this is a crucial choice to make early.

Let's look at the pros and cons:

A slide from the Podcast Roadmap

DIY

Pros:

• Control from start to finish

• Satisfaction of bringing your vision to life

• Less cost

Cons:

• Steep learning curve for technology and processes

• Amount of time needed for all the tasks

• Easy to lose steam; many podcasts stop publishing after a few episodes due to the work!

Get a Partner

Pros:

• Expertise in the elements of the podcast roadmap

• Enhances your vision and brings it to life

• Frees up your time

• Keeps the show running consistently (a major key to podcast success)

• Multiple options, from a la carte editing services to start-to-finish producers

Cons:

• More cost

The option you choose will depend on the time and energy you have available, as well as your budget. Learn more in the full Podcast Roadmap, a start-to-finish podcast course that's free when you sign up for the Rebel Yell Creative newsletter.

If you decide a production partner is the best choice for you - let's talk! Reach out at amy at rebelyellcreative dot com to start the conversation.

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