Podcasting for Beginners
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The document is a guide by Louise Brogan detailing her experiences and insights on podcasting through her show 'Social Bee Podcast'. It covers topics such as guest selection, promotion strategies, the importance of solo episodes, and how to effectively pitch a podcast. Brogan emphasizes the value of preparation, networking, and providing value to both guests and audiences.
Podcasting for Beginners
- 1. Podcasting
- 2. What I have learned about podcasting 2
- 3. I am Louise Brogan My podcast is Social Bee Podcast 3 HELLO!
- 4. What is it about? Interviewing (mainly) women etnrepreneurs about their journey so far Sharing social media tips and advice Some solo shows. 4
- 5. So far 36 episodes 庄稼
- 6. Preparation and planning are key! 6
- 7. 7 Why a guest based show? Initially, I decided to have a guest based show, as I wanted to inspire other women to think about starting a business. Also I thought it would be a great way to get content for the show!
- 8. Cons You are promoting other peoples businesses Pros and Cons Pros I get to meet lots of really fascinating women and hear about their businesses plus grow a fantastic online network! 8
- 9. 9 How Do I find Guests? Initially, I looked for guests who I had connections with, and who were easy to ask Then I went through a period of accepting requests.. Now a little more strategic
- 10. Podcasting Services I receive an email once a week from PodcastGuests.com I choose interesting sounding potential guests from the list and email them 10
- 11. Cold Calling SOMETIMES works. 11
- 12. 12 Depending on how many I have on my list if I get an email from someone pitching me for a guest spot, I will read through and decide if they are suitable.
- 13. 13 If you pitch a podcast 1. Have listened to their show before 2. If it is an interview show, what is your story? 3. Make your pitch nice and short 4. BE polite! 5. It wont hurt to have been in contact with the host on Twitter/Instagram/FB before you pitch
- 14. 14 What not to do Keep changing your timeslot Sell sell sell Not sending through your images/bio Not sharing the episode once it goes live
- 15. 15 What about Solo Episodes Having a solo episode gives you time to shine Pick topics relevant to your business Have a goal in mind!
- 16. 16 Examples I recently ran an online summit called Raising Your Visibility This gave me a chance to host asolo episode on what it means to raise your visibility, and then follow up with an episode on how to run an online summit..
- 17. 17 Guest-watch I also then invited my summit hosts to come onto my podcast to talk about their businesses win- win!
- 18. 18 Guest-watch I keep my eyes open for interesting business women inside Facebook groups, on Twitter chats and on LinkedIn.. You never know when a podcaster is scouting for guests!
- 19. 19 What makes a good guest? Ideally someone who is not new to podcasting! Someone who has a story to tell Something to share with your audience Someone who lets the interviewer get a word in edgeways ;)
- 20. 20 What about a freebie? The best guests are those who have something to offer your audience! A freebie pdf, a free email series, a mini training
- 21. 21 What guests should not do If you are going to be a guest on a podcast, this is an opportunity to raise your profile HOWEVER You want to give value to the audience and the host You are not there simply to self- promote
- 22. 22 So your podcast is live.. What next? How do you promote your podcast? Ask your guests to share it with their audience Tweet, Facebook, Instagramwherever your ideal listener hangs out
- 23. 23 Share share share There are specific groups online for podcast sharing E.g. Help A Podcaster Out, ShePodcasts, PodernFamily Use podcasting hashtags
- 24. 24 Email your list Send your podcast episode out weekly to your list Ask your listeners to share it with one other person who may be interested in listening
- 25. 25 Press Reach out to journalists my podcast was mentioned in The Guardian as I tweeted the journalist who runs the podcasting column, and sent her a nice email asking her to have a listen.
- 26. 26 Guest Appearances Appear on other peoples blogs, podcasts and memberships to raise awareness of your podcast! www.socialbeeni.com/podcast