Are you making the most of podcast reviews to grow your audience?

In episode 73 of Podcast Growth Club, host Rayna Rokicki breaks down why ratings and reviews are essential—especially in your first year of podcasting. She shares actionable strategies to build early momentum, like asking for reviews from friends and guests, reading them on air, and offering small incentives. Rayna also talks about the power of social proof and why it’s worth asking your listeners for feedback.

Have a podcast question: Leave me a voice message on Speakpipe and I'll answer it in a future show.

Feeling stuck in your podcasting journey - schedule a Free Podcast Growth Potential Discovery Call and let's press the fast forward button on your business and podcast.

Write a positive written review for Podcast Growth Club from now until Aug. 31st and get two bonuses.

• 20% off a podcast consulting package (good thru 12/31/25)
• Enter a monthly drawing for a FREE podcast audit (starting in Sept.)

How to Enter:

1. Write a positive written review for PGC on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
2. Screenshot the review, DM it to me on Linkedin.

Are your listeners tuning in—but not taking the next step to engage with you or your business?

In this 5 minute episode, we’re unpacking how to use Call-to-Actions (CTAs) effectively to deepen listener engagement and build real relationships that turn casual listeners into loyal superfans—and eventually, paying clients.

As part of our my Summer Fast Forward Podcast Series, I am diving into quick tips to help you level up your podcast and business.

Have a podcast question: Leave me a voice message on Speakpipe and I'll answer it in a future show.

Feeling stuck in your podcasting journey - schedule a Free Podcast Growth Potential Discovery Call and let's press the fast forward button on your business and podcast.

Write a positive written review for Podcast Growth Club from now until Aug. 31st and get two bonuses.

• 20% off a podcast consulting package (good thru 12/31/25)
• Enter a monthly drawing for a FREE podcast audit (starting in Sept.)

How to Enter:

1. Write a positive written review for PGC on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
2. Screenshot the review, DM it to me on Linkedin.

Should your podcast intro sound polished and professional—or casual and off the cuff?

In this quick 5 minute episode, I'm breaking down the pros and cons of highly produced vs. more natural-sounding intros and outros, so you can decide what best fits your brand, audience, and goals.

As part of our my Summer Fast Forward Podcast Series, I am diving into quick tips to help you level up your podcast and business.

Have a podcast question: Leave me a voice message on Speakpipe and I'll answer it in a future show.

Feeling stuck in your podcasting journey - schedule a Free Podcast Growth Potential Discovery Call and let's press the fast forward button on your business and podcast.

Write a positive written review for Podcast Growth Club from now until Aug. 31st and get two bonuses.

• 20% off a podcast consulting package (good thru 12/31/25)
• Enter a monthly drawing for a FREE podcast audit (starting in Sept.)

How to Enter:

1. Write a positive written review for PGC on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
2. Screenshot the review, DM it to me on Linkedin.

Is your podcast cover art helping you stand out, or getting lost in the scroll?

In this Summer Fast Forward episode, podcast growth coach Raina Meki shares quick, actionable tips for creating cover art that grabs attention and attracts the right listeners. You’ll learn what fonts to avoid, how to use contrast effectively, whether to include your photo, and why keywords matter more than you think.

As part of our my Summer Fast Forward Podcast Series, I am diving into quick tips to help you level up your podcast and business.

Have a podcast question: Leave me a voice message on Speakpipe and I'll answer it in a future show.

Feeling stuck in your podcasting journey - schedule a Free Podcast Growth Potential Discovery Call and let's press the fast forward button on your business and podcast.

Write a positive written review for Podcast Growth Club from now until Aug. 31st and get two bonuses.

• 20% off a podcast consulting package (good thru 12/31/25)
• Enter a monthly drawing for a FREE podcast audit (starting in Sept.)

How to Enter:

1. Write a positive written review for PGC on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
2. Screenshot the review, DM it to me on Linkedin.

Struggling to find the perfect name for your podcast? Welcome to the Summer Fast Forward Series, where I am explaining key podcast tips in 5 minutes based on listener questions from 2025.

In this 5-minute tip, I’m breaking down how to choose a name that not only reflects your brand—but also helps you get found and grow. Tune in for quick, actionable advice that sets your show up for success from the very first listen.

Have a podcast question: Leave me a voice message on Speakpipe and I'll answer it in a future show.

Feeling stuck in your podcasting journey - schedule a Free Podcast Growth Potential Discovery Call and let's press the fast forward button on your business and podcast.

Feeling overwhelmed by all the moving parts of your podcast and wondering if it’s time to get help?

In this episode of Podcast Growth Club, I sit down with Philip Sessions, founder and CEO of Refined VA, to talk all things delegation and burnout prevention. Philip breaks down exactly how a virtual assistant can help you avoid pod fade by taking repetitive and time-consuming tasks off your plate. We dive into how to know when you’re ready to hire a VA, what to delegate first, and how to create a workflow that actually supports your growth. Plus, we chat about the role of AI tools, how to lead your VA well, and Philip’s own show, Unfiltered Sessions, where he shares more wisdom for busy entrepreneurs like us.

Connect with Phillip:

• RefinedVA website
• Busy Entrepreneurs Guide to Delegation
• Unfiltered Sessions Podcast

Write a positive written review for Podcast Growth Club from now until Aug. 31st and get two bonuses.

• 20% off a podcast consulting package (good thru 12/31/25)
• Enter a monthly drawing for a FREE podcast audit (starting in Sept.)

How to Enter:

1. Write a positive written review for PGC on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
2. Screenshot the review, DM it to me on Linkedin.

What if growing your podcast didn’t mean doing more, but doing the right things more intentionally?

In Episode 67 of Podcast Growth Club, I’m sharing the core rules I’ve learned over the past five years as a podcast host, coach, and producer. These are the principles that keep your show sustainable and successful—like running 90-day experiments to test what works, using your analytics for real insight, embracing “less is more” to avoid burnout, and sticking to one clear call to action. I also talk about the power of practice, consistency, and celebrating the small wins that keep you moving forward.

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Write a positive written review for Podcast Growth Club from now until Aug. 31st and get two bonuses.

• 20% off a podcast consulting package (good thru 12/31/25)
• Enter a monthly drawing for a FREE podcast audit (starting in Sept.)

How to Enter:

1. Write a positive written review for PGC on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
2. Screenshot the review, DM it to me on Linkedin.

What if the secret to growing your podcast wasn’t more social media posts or paid ads—but the right kind of collaboration?

In Episode 66 of Podcast Growth Club, I’m diving into four powerful ways to expand your reach and connect more deeply with your audience: podcast guesting, intro swaps, newsletter swaps, and participating in other people’s workshops or masterminds. These strategies have helped me and my clients build stronger, more personal connections with listeners—and they work way better than most traditional marketing tactics. I also share how to make sure any collaboration you pursue adds real value to both your audience and your business.

Write a positive written review for Podcast Growth Club from now until Aug. 31st and get two bonuses.

• 20% off a podcast consulting package (good thru 12/31/25)
• Enter a monthly drawing for a FREE podcast audit (starting in Sept.)

How to Enter:

1. Write a positive written review for PGC on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
2. Screenshot the review, DM it to me on Linkedin.