8 Tips For Being A Great Podcast Guest
Lets send tis to all clients prior to podcasting: The best podcasts carefully choose their guests and with very good reason. There are at least 750,000 podcasts out there and over 30 million episodes. In other words, competition for listener’s attention is fierce. If you’re about to be a podcast guest for the first time, this might seem intimidating, but it is actually a great way to expose your point of view and brand to a wider audience. ✴ 1. Research the Show Each podcast has its own individual style and purpose. The first thing you’ll want to do is to understand the unique character of the show you’re appearing on. Listen to a few episodes to get a feel for the flow of the interviews. What sort of topics do they cover? What kind of audience are they targeting? Reading reviews for the podcast can give you some great insight into the likes and dislikes of the people listening. If you can work out why they’ve chosen to follow the podcast you’re being featured on, then you can tailor your content and tone to make sure it really hits home. ✴ 2. Be Prepared While podcast interviews do tend to adopt a more informal and personal feel, you still want to be prepared. If you’ve researched the show in advance, then you’ll already be in the loop about its general subject matter. If the host specifically asks you to conduct any preparations beforehand, then carry out your due diligence. The sooner you can get it done, the better, just in case you have any questions. And whenever possible, try to keep a few personal stories or anecdotes at the ready. They’re often the most effective way to get your point across and leave a lasting impression on your audience. ✴ 3. Make Sure You’re Wired for Sound Good audio quality can make all the difference between an ok guest and a great podcast guest. If you already have a quality mic, use it. If you’ve only got a headset microphone or the built-in one on your laptop, consider investing in a decent mic. While your mic is not going to be a make or break your actual content, it really does make a noticeable difference in the listening experience.