Getting Your First Podcast Guests: Strategies and Services for New Podcasters

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In this podcast transcript, Brad Williams from the Step By Step Podcasting show provides insights on how to find podcast guests when starting a podcast:

He discusses the challenge of securing podcast guests, especially when you're just starting out, as it can be time-consuming. To address this issue, Brad shares two services to expedite the process:

• PodMatch.com: Brad recommends creating a profile on PodMatch, specifying your guest requirements and what you can offer as a guest. You can also list your areas of expertise, making it easier for other podcasters to choose topics that align with their shows. The platform allows you to search by categories and connect with potential guests who match your criteria.

• PodcastGuests.com: Similar to PodMatch, PodcastGuests.com allows you to set up a profile and find potential guests. Brad notes that this platform may yield higher-quality guests but emphasizes the importance of timely responses to messages, as neglecting them can result in a temporary account suspension.

Brad suggests that as you gain experience and attract more guests through these platforms, you might consider monetizing your podcast by offering priority slots for a fee to guest inquiries.

Another method to find podcast guests is by joining Facebook forums related to podcasting. Brad recommends groups like Buzzsprout's forum, where podcasters often seek guests or offer to be guests on other shows. Engaging with these communities can help you quickly find suitable guests, especially if you're just starting out.

Lastly, Brad mentions the possibility of podcast guest agencies that can connect you with potential guests via email outreach. He also hints at a new platform called Podfly, which offers an all-in-one solution for podcasting needs, including guest connections, but notes that it's still in beta.

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Mastering Guest Appearances: Navigating ListenNotes.com to Secure High-Impact Podcast Opportunities

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In this episode of the Step-By-Step Podcasting, Brad Williams discusses how to find the perfect guest appearance opportunities on other podcast shows. He starts by introducing ListenNotes.com, a platform used by podcasters to gauge their performance against competitors and research potential guest appearances. Brad emphasizes the importance of guesting on various shows when starting out, but also highlights the value of focusing on larger, more relevant shows as your podcast grows. He notes that if you're already an expert in your field, showcasing your credentials can make you an attractive guest for other podcasts.

Brad delves into the concept of "listen scores" on ListenNotes, explaining that a higher score indicates a podcast's popularity. He relates his own experience with his fitness podcast, where a listen score of 30 places him in the top 5% globally. He aims to reach the top 1% for more significant listenership and sponsorship opportunities. He acknowledges that while the ranking isn't 100% accurate, it considers factors like episode count, website quality, meta-tags, and social media presence.

Brad suggests that podcasters often use ListenNotes to vet potential guests. He advises that having a good listen score makes it easier to get on higher-tier shows. He highlights the significance of a well-crafted email pitch when approaching podcasts.

Brad outlines his process of finding suitable shows to guest on. He talks about using ListenNotes to search for topics related to his expertise, like "intermittent fasting" and "mitochondrial health." He explains how to identify potential podcasts by their listen scores and relevance to your niche. Brad stresses the importance of matching your expertise with the content of the podcast you're pitching to, increasing the chances of a successful reply.

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Next Steps For Podcast Growth: Transforming Audio Transcripts into Powerful Blog Content

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In this podcast episode, Brad Williams from Step-By-Step Podcasting shares valuable insights on how to set up a blog and repurpose your podcast's audio transcript. Brad emphasizes the importance of blogging, backlinks, social media, SEO, and meta-tags for podcast growth. He advises using your podcast transcript to create a written form of your show, either short or long. Blogs typically range from 1500 to 5000 words, with the inclusion of SEO meta-tags, titles, subtitles, and backlinks to episodes for creating SEO-boosting backlinks.

Brad explains his process of repurposing by using editing software to clean up audio, copying the transcript, and pasting it into a blogging tool (like Podium or Google Blogger) using a pre-made template. He suggests adding guest photos and episode links for context. Brad shares tips on crafting effective titles, summaries, and formatting, suggesting interactions with AI like ChatGPT for expanding content.

He underscores the significance of aligning SEO metadata across platforms and utilizing Podfollow for smart backlinks to specific podcast players. Brad acknowledges the slow growth of blogging compared to guest appearances on podcasts or social media but offers it as an alternative for those averse to those avenues. He concludes by inviting listeners to reach out for a free consultation.

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