Getting paid is one of the most important steps in running a thriving podcast editing business. How you invoice for your work can have a huge impact on your cash flow and profitability.

Eric Rosenberg shares some best practices when invoicing clients, as a freelancer, and the challenges of balancing your client's needs with our self-employed realities.

While listening, pay particular attention to the importance of strategic invoicing for peace of mind, the various payment models available, and how to leverage technology to automate your invoicing process.

• Invoice clients monthly for consistent cash flow
• For new clients or large projects, consider upfront or milestone payments
• Use an invoicing system to automate the process and save time
• Maintain detailed records for accounting and legal purposes
• Negotiate equitable payment terms with clients
• Clearly define project milestones for phased payments in complex projects

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Eric is a financial writer, speaker, and consultant whose expertise lies in banking, credit cards, investing, cryptocurrency, insurance, real estate, business finance, and financial fraud and security.

His work has appeared in many online publications, including Time, USA Today, Forbes, Business Insider, Nerdwallet, Investopedia, and U.S. News & World Report.

Connect with him and learn more at EricRosenberg.com

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What warning signs should podcast editors watch out for when working with clients? Matthew Bliss shares some of his recent “red flags” — those subtle (and not-so-subtle) signals that things might go wrong in a client relationship.

How many of these red flags have you experienced?

• Unclear expectations
• Poor communication
• Unreasonable turnaround times
• Late payments

Listen in on our candid stories, and arm yourself with some practical strategies for handling tricky situations.

Whether you’re a seasoned editor or just starting out, this show will deliver useful wisdom for building stronger, smoother client collaborations...and profit!

Key moments:

• How to identify common red flags with new and existing podcast clients
• Effective mitigation strategies for handling problem situations before they escalate
• The role of contracts, onboarding, and clear communication in protecting your work and wellbeing

Resources mentioned in the show:

Matthew's episode about "Avoiding Toxic Podcast Teams"

About Matthew Bliss:

Matthew is an Australian podcast engineer, producer, and educator who relocated from Australia to Ireland.

He has worked as IT Classroom Support & Digital Technologies Curriculum Support in schools, and as a trainer, digital workplace expert and learning development professional from his time in State Government in Australia.

And Matthew is the founder of MBPod.com, where he offers comprehensive production, consultation, and training services to indie and business podcasters.

Plus, he hosts and co-hosts a few shows himself!

Find Matthew Bliss at:

His website: mbpod.com

Connect with Matthew on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/matthew-bliss

Listen to Matthew's podcast: coffeepodcaster.com

Book a Consultation with Matthew (click here)

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Has YouTube won the podcasting game? It sure seems like it.

A recent study by Coleman Insights and Amplifi Media shares the perception of what the public thinks a podcast is, where they are discovering new shows, and some surprising information about Spotify's place in the video podcast landscape.

BONUS:

Steve shares "The Cost and ROI of YouTube videos" at the end. He gives real data behind a successful YouTube video that made $59,000 in ad revenue, and ideas for how you can speak to your potential client who wants to use YouTube to be successful.

• "What is a podcast" seems to be settled by consumers
• Video isn't just a Gen-Z thing
• YouTube still has room to grow
• Podcast listening hits the road
• Spotify is still an audio-first platform
• Social media takes the lead
• YouTube Premium adds complexity to monetization

• Full report video replay: State of Video Podcasting replay
• Article: Why The Rise Of Video Podcasting Is Not Killing Audio
• Pod Predictor: https://colemaninsights.com/podcasting/pod-predictor
• Article by Sounds Profitable: The Impact Spotify’s Video Has on Publishers
• Emma Sweet replay: YouTube's Algorythm

Jay joined Coleman Insights in 2017 after more than two decades of experience in the radio industry as a program director and on-air talent at stations covering a wide variety of formats in the United States.

He has launched multiple successful brands, coached some of entertainment’s brightest talents, and authored a memoir of life in radio. Today, Jay leads podcast research initiatives at Coleman, developing custom solutions for clients to grow strong brands and develop great content by deeply understanding the perceptions and desires of their target audiences.

Jay also co-authored “The New Rules Of Podcasting On YouTube,” a landmark 2023 study focused exclusively on video podcasting, and now "The State of Video Podcasting 2025” - as conducted by Coleman Insights and Amplifi Media

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