The principal theme of our discussion revolves around the best practices in podcasting, as articulated through an extensive survey conducted with 1,600 podcasters.

Alex was looking for the reasons behind the high attrition rate among novice podcasters, particularly those quitting before seven episodes.

We talk about the critical aspects of podcasting, including design, content creation, search engine optimization, and monetization strategies. The goal is to furnish both seasoned professionals and newbies with actionable insights that can enhance their podcasting experience and foster greater audience engagement.

So we talk best practices of getting started, being booked as guests, and finding your community.

Takeaways:

• The podcasting landscape continuously evolves, and understanding best practices is paramount for success.
• Self-discipline and self-care emerged as crucial factors influencing the longevity of podcasters' careers.
• Engaging with listener feedback can significantly enhance the quality and relevance of podcast content.
• Creating a cohesive podcast network fosters community and provides recognition for podcasters' efforts.
• Effective outreach strategies are essential for podcasters seeking to expand their audience and opportunities.
• Podmatch serves as a valuable resource for podcasters to connect and collaborate, enhancing their visibility and growth.

Links referenced in this episode:

• podpage.com
• mediakit.podpage.com
• podpage.com/affiliates
• podmatch.com
• podmatch.com/network
• schoolofpodcasting.com
• Dave Interviews Jesus

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