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Monetizing content in a sustainable way with Geyser

Last updated 11 months ago

Traditional revenue streams, such as advertising, are increasingly inadequate for podcasters, as the money tends to concentrate on a few superstars, leaving everyone else out in the cold.

For this and other reasons, independent podcasters around the world are increasingly turning to crowdfunding platforms like Geyser, where they can monetize their work thanks to their audiences, thus maintaining their creative freedom.

Geyser makes it super easy for creators to accept donations from any corner of the world, while recognizing and rewarding their supporters in fun and engaging ways. This page explores the most effective strategies for podcasters to use Geyser.

Successful podcasters on Geyser

The Progressive Bitcoiner
  • Offering great rewards, like shoutouts, membership and merchandising

  • Having a crystal clear project story and value proposition

  • Frequently updating the community on social media and asking for support

Key elements for success

Crafting a great narrative

The key to captivating potential backers starts with a compelling Story for your podcast.

  • Start with a hook—a compelling statement or question that grabs attention. What makes your podcast different?

  • Then outline your vision, your story's perspective, and why it matters. What do you want to achieve with your podcast?

  • Next, tell about yourself, your passion and expertise, showing your past proof of work to justify why people should help you. What's your motivation?

  • End with a compelling and clear call to action to turn the reader's momentary inspiration into action. How can your listeners help you?

Each section should contain great visuals: photos and videos break the wall of text and make the page much more accessible.

Offering amazing rewards

On average, creators who sell rewards raise 3.3 times more funding than those who don't. For podcasters in particular, rewards offer a unique opportunity to connect with their audiences and show how much you appreciate their support.

Consider these reward ideas, tried and tested by successful podcasters on Geyser:

  • Shoutouts: Personal acknowledgments in your podcast or social media can create a strong sense of community

  • Sponsorships: Offer the chance for funders to get featured in your content, either through product placements or as part of the storyline

  • Behind the scenes: Grant access to behind-the-scenes content or an exclusive chat where you post previews and host discussions.

These rewards can be offered as limited editions to cultivate a sense of exclusivity and increase their perceived value.

Sharing on social media

As a podcaster, you have a direct relationship with your audience. That's why it's critical to reach out to your community and let them know how important their support is to improving the quality of your work and the final product they love so much.

Here are some guidelines to keep in mind:

  • Add your Geyser project link in your social media bio so supporters can always easily find it and keep on coming back

  • Regularly ask your audience to help you, providing clear guidance, and celebrate those members who have supported you already

Being adaptable

In the world of crowdfunding, there is no one-size-fits-all strategy. What works for one project may not work for another.

The secret to success? Have a plan and be proactive about promoting your project, whilst also being prepared to try different tactics, listening to your audience, and being open-minded to adapt your strategy if needed.

Embrace the journey, learn from each step, and remember that every supporter brings you closer to seeing your vision come to life.

is successfully using Geyser to monetize its content by:

Here you can find a more detailed step-by-step tutorial for

Nostr Badges: Sell fantastic Badges that your superfans can collect and show off in the decentralized social network called

Here you can find a deep-dive tutorial on .

What are you waiting for?

We hope this guide has helped you get started on monetizing your podcast via Geyser. If you find this content helpful and valuable, you can give us value back by donating to the.

If you still have unanswered questions, feel free to to us.

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