Captain’s log, stardate 20180902

[AUDIO] Should You Start A Podcast?

Sent by Jonathan Stark on September 3rd, 2018

This week on TBOA, Rochelle and I discuss the question: “Is podcasting the right path for you?”

Like most things, the answer is “It depends,” but we get into what it depends on, and what to do if it turns out that yes, you should start a podcast.

Talking Points

It helps to have a focus and a clear audience
How podcasting and writing a book can go together
How the interview format can be helpful for podcasters
Podcasting as an income stream
Complications of ads and sponsorships
Podcasting as a way to build a network
Things you need to get started in podcasting
How to record voices on separate tracks
Podcast editing tips and strategies
Podcast hosting options
Three phases of podcasting
The importance of promoting your podcast
How social media can help with podcast promotion
Podcasting analytics

Quotable Quotes

“You don’t get speaker’s block when you’re talking to someone.” –JS

“Really what you’re doing is listening to your guest – you’ve got your standard set of questions and you’re listening to where your guest goes with it. And you follow them.” –RM

“Just as a listener...that sponsorship feel can be really negative.” –RM

“I love having something to invite people to.” –JS

Aaaand... here’s the link!

!!! LISTEN NOW !!!

Enjoy!

Yours,

—J

Enjoy this message? Here are more things you might like:

Altitude Of Involvement—A visual walk-though of how to charge more money for less labor by leveraging your expertise. Learn more »