3 Tips To Becoming a Better Podcast Guest (and a Bit about Branding) (with Sara Lohse)

ℹ️ Introduction

Welcome back to another exciting episode of Frugalpreneur! In today's episode, our host Sarah St John welcomes a special guest with a shared name, Sara Lohse. Together, they dive deep into the world of podcasting and personal branding, sharing insights and tips for both aspiring podcast hosts and guests. From understanding the power of podcasts as a marketing tool to tracking show impact and everything in between, this episode is packed with valuable information. So grab a pen and paper, sit back, and get ready to take your podcasting game to the next level. Let's dive in!

💡 Guest bio

Sara Lohse is the founder/CEO of Favorite Daughter Media, and the co-host of Branded, a podcast all about branding.

❇️ Key topics and bullets

Primary Topic: Podcasting as a Marketing Tool

- Importance of using a podcast correctly

- Incorporating podcasts into overall marketing strategies

- Repurposing content and using SEO keywords

- Bringing in guests with their own audiences to enhance impact

- Tracking methods for podcast performance

Primary Topic: Personal Branding and Podcasting

- Importance of choosing a clear and non-conflicting brand/podcast name

- Researching and being creative with name selection

- Discussion on oversaturation in the podcast space

- Speaker's personal experience with anxiety and starting a podcast

- Identifying and naming reasons for anxiety

- Understanding that anxiety doesn't always have a specific answer

- Questioning the relevance and expertise of the speaker

Primary Topic: Personal Branding and Collaboration

- Collaboration ideas with someone else

- Interest in discussing personal branding

- Examples of personal brands (e.g., "The Red Hat Guy")

- Speaker's personal brand revolving around an embarrassing tattoo

- Importance of tracking performance and lead generation

Primary Topic: Tips for Being a Great Podcast Guest

- Importance of knowing the audience and personalizing the message

- Example of targeting a specific audience (e.g., golf podcast for 55-year-old men)

- Mention of a platform for matching shows and guests based on preferences

- Methods for reaching out to podcast hosts (e.g., cold emailing)

- Pitching value and avoiding generic pitches

- Creating a natural next step in conversation for call to action/lead magnet

Primary Topic: Call to Action and Free Ebook

- Importance of having a clear call to action

- Speaker's offer of a free ebook for download

- Mention of the ebook's content on building a brand identity

- Link to the website where the ebook can be downloaded, along with social media and podcast links.

❓ Questions

1. How can incorporating a podcast into a marketing strategy enhance its impact for a company?

2. What are some effective strategies for tracking the impact of a podcast episode on audience engagement or lead generation?

3. What are some common challenges faced by podcast hosts in the finance space when it comes to finding interesting and engaging guests?

4. How can personal branding discussions and networking events contribute to building strong connections in the podcasting industry?

5. What are some important factors to consider when choosing a name for a brand or podcast to ensure it stands out and avoids confusion with other similar shows?

6. How can personal experiences and vulnerability, such as discussing anxiety, help to create a genuine connection with podcast listeners?

7. What are some effective ways to track the impact and performance of a podcast show or guest appearance beyond traditional metrics like downloads or listens?

8. How can podcast guests tailor their message and storytelling to resonate with specific audiences on different shows?

9. What are some best practices for pitching oneself as a podcast guest, including the importance of providing value and personalizing the pitch?

10. How can a podcast host create a natural next step in the conversation to encourage listener engagement, such as offering a lead magnet or call to action?

Relevant Resources

FavoriteBrandGuide.com

Favorite Daughter Media

Branded Podcast

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