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In this episode, 1-million-download-per-month podcaster David Shands discusses the art of growing an audience into the hundreds of thousands.
David shares his unique approach to interviewing, emphasizing the importance of creating friction and genuine conversation rather than sticking to a rigid question-answer format. He also highlights the necessity of truly understanding your audience, not just in demographics, but their individual needs, interests, and struggles.
This conversation is a goldmine for podcasters seeking to improve their interviewing skills and create content that truly resonates with their audience.
Tune in to learn more about David's strategies and how they can transform your podcasting journey.
TOPICS DISCUSSED:
The importance of creating friction in podcast conversations.
The necessity of being good at podcasting and how to improve.
The role of audience feedback in improving podcast quality.
The strategy of disagreeing with guests to create engaging content.
The significance of being genuinely interested and curious during interviews.
The value of being around people and building a community.
The power of focus in entrepreneurship.
The importance of setting and achieving goals before making major decisions like leaving a corporate job.
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If you are serious about podcasting, chances are you have set big goals for yourself, like growing your listenership tenfold. This is a great goal, the problem with it is that every podcaster shares the same goal, and reaching it could feel like an uphill battle.
Setting result-based goals, especially lofty ones, is detrimental to the success of your show. This may sound counterintuitive, but hear us out!
On today’s episode, our host, Kevin Chemidlin, explains why setting result goals isn’t as effective as we think they are, and how action goals are the key to the success of your podcast. Kevin shares his story about how he lost 120 lbs by switching from result goals to action goals, and how he used the same concept in podcasting.
The success from action goals is astounding, and Kevin wants to help change your perspective on how to set goals so you can grow your show exponentially too.
Tune in to hear how you can reframe your goals for the new year!
Topics discussed in this episode:
Result goal vs. action goal
Celebrating wins along the way
Why action goals accelerate growth
The biggest pitfall when setting action goals
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Sometimes a few easy changes are all it takes to elevate your podcast and boost sales. In this episode, host Kevin Chemidlin shares three simple but powerful hacks podcasters can try right now to maximize reach, build trust, drive engagement and increase sales — no special skills or resources required. He walks through a quick client case study, highlighting how they increased podcast downloads, leveraged social media, and improved conversions. Tune in to find out how to apply these hacks and get results!
Topics Discussed
Hack #1: leveraging social media presence
Hack #2: using your podcast as a sales tool
Hack #3: optimizing email campaigns
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Every podcast starts from zero, but not all podcasters crack the code for podcast growth. Chris Jordan, who has helped produce and grow chart-topping podcasts like The School of Greatness and The Daily Motivation, has seen what it takes to reach the top. In this episode, he shares key lessons from the strategies of top podcasts and highlights the pitfalls of trying to emulate their success. Chris and host Kevin Chemidlin dive into the basics of podcasting, strategic podcast guesting, growing a show on YouTube, and making data-driven decisions. Tune in for expert advice and insights on growing a podcast to the top 100 charts!
Topics Discussed
Debunking myths about top-level podcasts
What smaller podcasts should (and shouldn’t) be doing
The celebrity guest paradox
Choosing guests and measuring success
Using data to make strategic podcast decisions
YouTube’s potential for podcasters
Strategic podcast guesting
Balancing quality and quantity
Connect with Chris Jordan on LinkedIn!
Listen to Scott’s podcast, The Podcast Game!
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In which Kevin reflects on a business growth lesson he has learned the hard way... twice!
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Although podcasts rely mainly on sound, there are other aspects of creating a podcast that are more visual, like podcast artwork.
What makes great podcast artwork? It's a question that we get a lot here at Grow The Show, so we wanted to share our take on the answer to this question.
Whether you are just beginning, rebranding, or just curious, understanding what kind of artwork works best for your niche and audience is so important. Keep it simple, unique, and informative. Making it complicated will only make things difficult for you in the long run.
Topics discussed in this episode:
Why is your artwork important?
3 characteristics of great artwork
Should you include your headshot in your artwork?
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LinkedIn is a powerful platform for podcasters, but many fail to fully tap into its potential for networking and podcast growth. This episode will teach podcasters how to optimize their LinkedIn profile, connect with their target audience, and effectively promote their show. Scott Aaron joins host Kevin Chemidlin to share his expert tips on the dos and don'ts of LinkedIn interactions, creating compelling content that converts, and taking advantage of the LinkedIn algorithm.
Tune in to transform your LinkedIn strategy, enhance your podcast's visibility, and build a stronger network that supports your growth!
Topics Discussed
LinkedIn as a platform for podcast growth
Steps to optimize your LinkedIn profile for podcast promotion
Building quality connections on LinkedIn
Best practices for communicating on LinkedIn
LinkedIn posting and content strategies
Connect with Scott Aaron on LinkedIn!
Listen to Scott’s podcast, Networking and Marketing Made Simple!
Learn more about Scott's LinkedIn expertise services on his website!
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Kevin has discovered that there is a better way to track audience growth than just by looking at your "podcast downloads." In this episode, he explains what the new metric is, how to calculate it, and why it's going to make you a happier podcaster.
If you want Kevin's Total Audience Growth Tracker Template, hop into the Grow The Show Academy!
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Every podcaster dreams of landing a guest spot on top shows and reaching a new audience, yet many fail because their pitches are copies of the many generic messages already flooding podcasts’ inboxes. In this episode, Kevin Chemidlin outlines his effective pitching strategy for standing out among the competition and increasing your chance of guesting on top shows. He identifies common pitfalls podcasters make and what they should be doing instead, highlighting the importance of authenticity and pitching to the right shows.
Listen now for Kevin’s tips for crafting a pitch that not only gets you noticed, but actually opens the door to guesting on top podcasts and growing your show!
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Topics Discussed
Common pitching mistakes and how to avoid them
Kevin’s two-step pitching strategy
Writing a pitch that gets a response
How to increase your chances of landing a guest spot
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Danny Miranda has interviewed some of the biggest names in podcasting, but it wasn’t popularity and a large audience that got him there. In this episode, he opens up about the interviewing style and strategic actions that led to the rapid growth of his show, The Danny Miranda Podcast. He delves into the art of engaging interviews, highlighting the importance of interview preparation for staying present and mastering the flow of conversation. Danny also reveals how he’s been able to secure high-profile guests like Gary Vaynerchuk and Alex Hormozi, and engage them in deep, impactful conversations that resonate with his audience.
This episode is full of tips for podcasters to improve their interviewing skills, choose the right guests, repurpose content on social media, and grow their show. Tune in to learn the secrets of Danny’s success!
Topics Discussed
Interviewing Gary Vaynerchuk and more high-profile guests
The importance of research for interviews
Danny’s interviewing style and pre-interview preparation
In-person versus virtual interviews
Fundamental skills of great interviewers
Choosing guests for your podcast
Key actions that helped Danny grow his show
The audio versus video podcasting debate
Repurposing interview clips on social media
Check out Danny Miranda’s course, Art of Interviewing!
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After 4 years of growing podcasts, Kevin has seen several growth trends come and go. Today, he's seeing 3 main strategies work well to grow podcasts. In this episode, he maps them out.
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Podcasters can work so much on growing their show that they lose the excitement of their craft. Even Pat Flynn, whose adaptability has kept him at the forefront of the podcasting world for over a decade, has faced this challenge. So, how did he reignite his passion for podcasting and continue to grow his audience?
In this episode, Pat shares his journey of rediscovering joy in his work and keeping his creativity alive even during times of burnout. He delves into key strategies that have helped him grow his shows and create fresh content that stands out, including leveraging personal stories, engaging deeply with his audience, and various ways to incorporate video content.
Pat also gives invaluable advice on what every podcaster should be doing, from niching down for accelerated growth to utilizing relationships within their community. Tune in now for this insight-packed episode with Pat Flynn!
Topics Discussed
Finding the fun in podcasting
Reframing your beliefs about imposter syndrome
Why every content creator needs a podcast
The role of community in podcast growth
Do podcasters need to be on YouTube?
Following new trends in podcasting
Growing an audience by niching down
Managing creativity with Pat’s 20% itch rule
Learn more from Pat Flynn on his YouTube Channel!
Connect with Pat Flynn on Instagram!
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This episode is a little bit different than normal: today, Kevin is being interviewed about how to grow your podcast audience and generate more revenue from your podcast.
Topics Discussed:
The Podcast Ladder Framework: An overview of Kevin Chemidlin's four-step strategy for podcast success, focusing on retention, growth, and monetization.
Clear Unique Premise (CUP): The importance of having a distinct and appealing podcast premise that immediately attracts your target audience.
Listener Retention: Strategies for ensuring that once listeners hit play, they stay engaged and keep coming back for more.
Participation vs. Promotion: Shifting the focus from self-promotion to active participation in relevant communities and platforms to naturally draw in listeners.
Converting Listeners to Customers: Techniques for turning your audience into a customer base, including the role of sponsors and direct product/service sales.
Growth Tactics Misconceptions: Debunking common myths around podcast growth and emphasizing what truly works.
Monetization Strategies Beyond Sponsorships: Exploring various avenues for podcast monetization that extend beyond traditional advertising models.
Building a Sustainable Podcasting Business: Insights into creating a podcast that not only grows in popularity but also contributes significantly to your business's bottom line.
Practical Tips for Podcasters at Every Stage: Whether you're just starting out or looking to scale, Kevin shares advice applicable to podcasters across the experience spectrum.
The Role of Social Media in Podcast Growth: Understanding how to effectively use social media not just for promotion but as a tool for engagement and audience building.
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It is no secret that a great way to grow your show is to get on other podcasts and have podcasters as guests on your show.
Okay, so, you invited a guest on your show and completed the episode, now what? Your guest isn’t obligated to promote you. So, how do you create the best scenario for your guest to promote your show on their social media to help grow your show?
Most people will only promote you if it makes them look REALLY good and only if it takes the LEAST amount of work possible. So it is up to you to ensure these two points. There is however a lot more that goes into it than you think.
In today’s episode, our host Kevin Chemidlin will be explaining exactly how you can make sure your guests share your podcast on their social media.
Kevin will touch on how to get your guest excited about sharing your show on their socials, and how you can add so much value that your guest will WANT to promote your show instead of feeling obligated to.
Tune in to hear how to maximize your efforts after you’ve had a guest on your show, to grow your listenership!
Topics discussed in this episode:
2 main reasons why guests don’t share your podcast on social media.
4 reasons why guests aren’t excited about sharing your podcast.
3 steps on how to stand out as a podcast.
Understanding your guest’s social media presence.
How to make sure you are adding value.
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Connect with Kevin on Twitter, Instagram, or LinkedInHow to Get Guests to Share Your Podcast on Social Media
Subscribe to Grow The Show on Youtube
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Don’t underestimate the power of your enthusiasm for podcasting. That could be the most foundational element that sets you apart from everyone else, giving you the ability to be consistent and innovative in growing your show.
However, if you’re listening to this podcast, you’re most likely a podcaster, and you know burnout is a real thing. So how do we maintain enthusiasm, and how do we creatively ensure we are being strategic about the growth of our show?
On today’s episode, we have invited the remarkable Lauren Passell.
She is the founder of Tink Media, a podcast growth company, and has been able to double a podcast’s audience by more than double in just one month. Yes, one month.
Lauren is a creative professional who has used her passion and enthusiasm for podcasting as the basis of her marketing strategies to help others grow their show by insane amounts. She has joined us for this episode to share the exercise that catapulted her passion for podcasting, as well as how you can channel your passion for podcasting for longevity.
She is also here to share the details of how she doubled an audience in one month with practical steps you can use today!
If you are in the business of wanting to grow your podcast and keep that initial passion and enthusiasm burning, this episode is for you.
Tune in to hear new and practical tips on how to grow your show and get inspired by Lauren Passell!
Topics discussed in this episode:
The inception of Lauren’s podcast growth company
How she helped one of her favorite podcasters grow their show by 160%
Should you go to social media to find new listeners?
Applying to be featured on popular platforms like Apple, Stitcher, and Spotify
Using analytics to strategically promote yourself in certain countries
How to sign up for podcast newsletters and their benefits
Setting up podcast play dates
Using data to promo swap from Apple or Rephonic
How your enthusiasm and optimism go a long way in growing your show
A challenge for you!
Head to Tink Media’s website here to connect with Lauren Passell.
If you haven’t already, as mentioned in this episode, head to rephonic.com for resources on how to promo swap!
Apply to get your show featured on the podcast apps:
Apple Podcasts
Sirius/Pandora
Amazon Music
Note: since publishing this episode, Spotify has made their promo link inaccessible.
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Summary
Many podcasters shy away from solo episodes because of the time it takes to come up with engaging content, but not tapping into the potential solo episodes offer is a missed opportunity to nurture relationships and convert listeners into customers. In this episode, host Kevin Schmidlin outlines the many benefits of solo episodes and shares a simple hack for podcasters to grow their list of solo podcast ideas — the calendar review method. He addresses the two challenges podcasters face when creating solo episodes, and gives advice on how to solve them. Tune in now to revolutionize your approach to solo episodes!
Topics Discussed
Why podcasters shy away from solo episodes
Advantages of solo episodes
A weekly exercise for endless solo episode topics
Listen to Episode 128 of Grow the Show: Boost Downloads and Sales: The Power of Solo Episodes!
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Summary
Looking for new ways to monetize your podcast? Digital products may be your path to profit. Joining host Kevin Chemidlin in this episode to discuss everything podcasters need to know about digital products is Steph Taylor, a digital product strategist who grew a lucrative digital product business after not finding success through more traditional methods. She guides podcasters through the process for developing and launching digital products, diving into effective strategies, common mistakes, and actionable steps for unlocking this new revenue stream.
Steph also shares tips on creating content your audience will buy, executing an effective digital product launch, leveraging your podcast to increase sales, and more. Tune in now to learn how digital products can help you turn your podcast into profit!
Topics Discussed
Podcast membership mistakes
Lessons from launching digital products
Challenges of scaling a business
Designing and launching a digital product
Evergreen model versus launch model
Pre- and post-launch growth strategies
Listen to the Imperfect Action Podcast to hear more tips on growing your business!
Connect with Steph Taylor on Instagram!
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Summary
Have your podcast downloads dropped? In this episode, host Kevin Chemidlin walks podcasters through his process for understanding the causes behind a recent drop in podcast downloads. Step by step, he covers various factors that can impact downloads: from podcast branding changes to episode completion rates, marketing and more. Plus, Kevin explains a significant change to Apple Podcasts that’s affecting the entire podcasting industry. Dive into this episode to address changes in your download numbers!
Topics Discussed
Factors that can impact podcast downloads
The importance of marketing for continued podcast success
The effect of Apple’s iOS 17 update on podcast metrics
Valuing self-worth beyond download numbers
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Summary
Growing your podcast audience takes more than just a good idea and compelling content. In this episode, Kevin Chemidlin teams up with Jeremy Enns from Podcast Marketing Academy to share how you can expand your reach and monetize your podcast. They discuss podcast growth strategies and highlight Jeremy's EARS framework, focusing on attracting new listeners, keeping them hooked and making sales. Jeremy goes over each step of his approach, from how to make your podcast unique to ways to improve the listening experience and find new listeners on social media. Plus, he shares a special tip that might just transform your show. Listen now to hear all these insights and more!
Topics Discussed
The evolution of Jeremy’s career and the podcast industry
Jeremy’s EARS framework
Creating a unique podcast that stands out
The role of engagement in listener retention
Exploring the peak-end rule
Strategies for podcast growth
Challenges and strategies for better sales conversions
Visit Podcast Marketing Academy to take Jeremy’s FREE Podcasting Marketing Assessment!
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Summary
In this episode, Travis Brown, a seasoned coach at Social Boom, shares his insights on how podcasters can achieve virality, specifically through Instagram Reels. Travis, who has seen his follower base explode from 9,000 to over 102,000 in less than six months, discusses the power of predictability over creativity, the importance of understanding your audience, and the potential of Instagram Reels. If you're a podcaster or content creator aiming to expand your reach, this conversation is packed with actionable strategies and tips that can help you leverage short-form content to your advantage.
Topics Discussed
The importance of providing value in content creation: The need to focus on educating and providing actionable insights to the audience rather than chasing trends.
The role of calls to action in content: How to effectively prompt your audience to engage with your content and the difference between growth and sales calls to action.
The difference between growth and sales mindset: Understanding when to focus on expanding your audience and when to concentrate on monetizing your content.
The importance of engagement in social media growth: The role of active participation in the community, including commenting on other's posts and responding to comments on your own.
The process of researching high-performing content: How to use platforms like TikTok to identify successful content in your niche and draw inspiration from it.
The significance of predictability in content creation: The idea that consistency and predictability in content can lead to greater audience retention and growth.
The impact of content on follower growth and sales: How focusing on specific content areas can lead to significant growth in followers and sales.
The importance of understanding your audience: The need to reflect on your own journey and create content that answers the questions you once had.
The role of current events in content creation: How to leverage current events and trends in your content to attract a wider audience.
The importance of a well-structured profile in social media presence: How your profile picture and bio can influence first impressions and follower growth.
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