EPISODE · Apr 21, 2026 · 56 MIN
147: How I Got 700,000 Followers, a Life-Changing Book Deal, & 1 Million Podcast Plays in 2 Years
from Paring Down: Realistic minimalism, decluttering, & intentional living · host Cloud10
Ask and you shall receive! Today I'm departing slightly today from usual decluttering content and instead giving you the full lowdown of how to grow on Instagram, how to make a successful podcast, and how to get a book deal. (At least what worked for me!) I cover: • Best general advice for each topic (social media, book, & podcast) • Specific programs & templates I use • Free resources and experts I've used or followed • My personal story of why and how I got started I hope this not only helps you if you've ever wanted to do anything similar, but offers plenty of lessons on intentional living like: • starting messy • pouring into relationships • consistently doing what matters PARING DOWN (SHANNON LEYKO): GRAB MY BOOK, Don't Save the Good Stuff, HERE! Coming April 2027. Join the special book email list for behind-the-scenes and opportunities to help get the word out! Sign up for my newsletter! The L.E.S.S. Express Website: www.shannonleyko.com Instagram: @shannonleyko TikTok: @shannon_leyko Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@shannonleyko Facebook: www.facebook.com/shannonleyko.paringdown Substack: Blog & Additional Support (free trial!) MENTIONED THIS EPISODE Ep 2: My Decluttering Story Best Social Media Marketing Expert: @shannonmckinstrie & Good Content Podcast Best SEO Podcast: Duo on Air (Duo Collective) Book Proposal Template: Michael Hyatt Book Proposal Template Friends I love: Elisabeth Beam: @balancingbeams (decluttering for busy moms)Erin Port: @simplepurposefulliving (tiny tweaks to simplify life) Elena Willits: Encourage Moment Podcast (formerly Kind Organizing) Riverside - podcast recording platform Canva - designing graphics (like YouTube thumbnail) Manychat - autosend DMs when someone comments a trigger word Blue Yeti Mic - popular podcast mic Spotify for Creators - podcast hosting platform Megaphone - podcast hosting platform PARING DOWN RESOURCES (free checklist, hacks, worksheet, & more!) SPONSORS: Go to BornShoes.com today for a 15% discount plus free ground shipping on all full-price shoes when you use my promo code, PARING Get 10% off your first order of OSEA skincare - sitewide - with code PARING at OSEAMalibu.com 20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier when you go to AquaTru.com and use promo code PARING 10 Free Meals from Hello Fresh + Free Nutribullet® Ultra Plus+ 2-in-1 Compact Kitchen System (a $189.99 value) on your 3rd box: www.hellofresh.com/paring10fm Only $2.99 per meal from Every Plate + 10% off for a month: www.everyplate.com/podcast - CODE: paring299 Ethical, luxury women's clothing at Quince.com/paring for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order! Find furniture, decor, and essentials that fit your unique style and budget. https://www.wayfair.com/ $300 off Air Doctor Pro air purifier: https://airdoctorpro.com/ - Use code PARING High-quality, eco-friendly activewear at fabletics.com/PARING & use code PARING at checkout- sign up as a VIP and get 80% off everything. 50% off MeUndies at www.meundies.com/paring - code PARING Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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