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Is your first 5 minutes killing your listens?
Bona Rai
June 05, 2023
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Hi there!
Happy Monday! Your three free tips for the day are here!
TIP 1 - You have 5 minutes to hook 1/3 of listeners
In your opening, let the listener know what’s in store right away. Give them a sense of what they will get out of listening. Leave them no doubt that this is the podcast and episode for them.
TIP 2 - Send your podcast guest a personal Thank You video
Rather than a stock standard pre-written email, take 30-60 seconds after your interview to record a personalized video message that refers to a unique moment you shared. This will create greater reciprocity.
TIP 3 - Focus on audience retention, not just new listeners
If you’re not retaining listeners, you’re essentially broadcasting to a new audience each week. You’re not building a community, you’re not forging a true connection with the people tuning in to a single episode and you’re not building any trust with your audience.
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