Podcast discoverability is changing; old podcast growth tactics are fading, and a new reality is here. Podcast listeners are discovering shows through algorithms! Thankfully, there’s a way to create content that will automatically get recommended to listeners! In this episode, Alex Sanfilippo explains the top-ranking factors that the podcasting algorithm favors and how to ensure your show is positioned correctly. Get ready to unleash more organic growth than ever before!MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: <a href='HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/367'>HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/367</a> Chapters 00:00 From Zero to Thousands: The Podcasting Journey 03:16 The Rise of Algorithms in Podcasting 06:32 Engagement Metrics: Time on Screen 11:44 Strategies for Longer Listener Retention 17:21 The Future of Podcasting: Serving One to Grow Many Takeaways I went from just a few people listening to thousands. The algorithm in podcasting is a dirty word. Time on screen is the only important metric. Improve your sound and video quality. Shorten your introductions and your outros. Make sure the content follows a narrative. Infotainment is the goal. Be real, be raw, be relevant. The algorithm is going to hold us accountable. Serve that one person the best you can. MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: <a href='https://podmatch.com/EP/367'>HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/367</a>PodMatch has officially launched a podcast network for independent interview-based podcasts! To apply to be part of the network, please visit <a href='https://podmatch.com/network'>https://PodMatch.com/network</a> and press the &quot;Join Network&quot; button in the top center of the screen. While you&apos;re there, be sure to check out some of the incredible shows in the network!

<description>&lt;p&gt;Podcast discoverability is changing; old podcast growth tactics are fading, and a new reality is here. Podcast listeners are discovering shows through algorithms! Thankfully, there’s a way to create content that will automatically get recommended to listeners! In this episode, Alex Sanfilippo explains the top-ranking factors that the podcasting algorithm favors and how to ensure your show is positioned correctly. Get ready to unleash more organic growth than ever before!&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: &lt;/b&gt;&lt;a href='HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/367'&gt;&lt;b&gt;HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/367&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Chapters&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;00:00 From Zero to Thousands: The Podcasting Journey&lt;br/&gt;03:16 The Rise of Algorithms in Podcasting&lt;br/&gt;06:32 Engagement Metrics: Time on Screen&lt;br/&gt;11:44 Strategies for Longer Listener Retention&lt;br/&gt;17:21 The Future of Podcasting: Serving One to Grow Many&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Takeaways&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;I went from just a few people listening to thousands.&lt;br/&gt;The algorithm in podcasting is a dirty word.&lt;br/&gt;Time on screen is the only important metric.&lt;br/&gt;Improve your sound and video quality.&lt;br/&gt;Shorten your introductions and your outros.&lt;br/&gt;Make sure the content follows a narrative.&lt;br/&gt;Infotainment is the goal.&lt;br/&gt;Be real, be raw, be relevant.&lt;br/&gt;The algorithm is going to hold us accountable.&lt;br/&gt;Serve that one person the best you can.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;b&gt;MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: &lt;/b&gt;&lt;a href='https://podmatch.com/EP/367'&gt;&lt;b&gt;HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/367&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;PodMatch has officially launched a podcast network for independent interview-based podcasts! To apply to be part of the network, please visit &lt;a href='https://podmatch.com/network'&gt;https://PodMatch.com/network&lt;/a&gt; and press the &amp;quot;&lt;b&gt;Join Network&lt;/b&gt;&amp;quot; button in the top center of the screen. While you&amp;apos;re there, be sure to check out some of the incredible shows in the network!&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Podcast discoverability is changing; old podcast growth tactics are fading, and a new reality is here. Podcast listeners are discovering shows through algorithms! Thankfully, there’s a way to create content that will automatically get recommended to listeners! In this episode, Alex Sanfilippo explains the top-ranking factors that the podcasting algorithm favors and how to ensure your show is positioned correctly. Get ready to unleash more organic growth than ever before! MORE FROM THIS EPISOD...

The Rise of the Podcasting Algorithm | Alex Sanfilippo

Most podcasters try to learn everything and end up doing nothing. The pressure to master it all becomes overwhelming and stalls progress. Don&apos;t let this be the case for you! In this episode, Alex Sanfilippo and Pat Flynn share how to focus your learning, eliminate noise, and grow by doing less. You’ll learn how to take aligned action, avoid burnout, and get real results without chasing every new idea. Get ready to stop the overwhelm and move forward with clarity and purpose!MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/366Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Lean Learning Lifestyle 01:25 Defining Lean Learning 04:41 Inspiration Overload and the Inspiration Matrix 10:49 Choosing Action Over Information 18:43 Navigating Mistakes and Community Feedback 19:38 Navigating Hurt and Vulnerability 23:43 Protecting Your Progress and Time 30:15 The Decision to Persist or Pivot 36:55 Embracing Mistakes and LearningTakeaways Lean learning is about doing more with less. Just-in-time learning is more effective than just-in-case learning. We are overwhelmed with information in today&apos;s digital age. Inspiration overload can lead to burnout and lack of focus. The inspiration matrix helps prioritize what truly matters. Choosing action over information leads to faster results. Mistakes are part of the learning process. Community feedback can be harsh but is essential for growth. Joy of opting out helps manage FOMO. Simplicity in approach often leads to better outcomes. It hurts to be hurt, especially for creators. Hurt people often project their pain onto others. Feedback, even if hurtful, can be valuable for growth. Protecting your time is essential for progress. Time blocking can help maintain focus on tasks. Commit to experiments for a set period to gauge success. Count episodes, not downloads, to measure progress. Persistence is key, but know when to pivot. Chasing money can lead to poor decisions. Embrace mistakes as learning opportunities.MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/366PodMatch has officially launched a podcast network for independent interview-based podcasts! To apply to be part of the network, please visit <a href='https://podmatch.com/network'>https://PodMatch.com/network</a> and press the &quot;Join Network&quot; button in the top center of the screen. While you&apos;re there, be sure to check out some of the incredible shows in the network!

<description>&lt;p&gt;Most podcasters try to learn everything and end up doing nothing. The pressure to master it all becomes overwhelming and stalls progress. Don&amp;apos;t let this be the case for you! In this episode, Alex Sanfilippo and Pat Flynn share how to focus your learning, eliminate noise, and grow by doing less. You’ll learn how to take aligned action, avoid burnout, and get real results without chasing every new idea. Get ready to stop the overwhelm and move forward with clarity and purpose!&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/366&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;00:00 Introduction to Lean Learning Lifestyle&lt;br/&gt;01:25 Defining Lean Learning&lt;br/&gt;04:41 Inspiration Overload and the Inspiration Matrix&lt;br/&gt;10:49 Choosing Action Over Information&lt;br/&gt;18:43 Navigating Mistakes and Community Feedback&lt;br/&gt;19:38 Navigating Hurt and Vulnerability&lt;br/&gt;23:43 Protecting Your Progress and Time&lt;br/&gt;30:15 The Decision to Persist or Pivot&lt;br/&gt;36:55 Embracing Mistakes and Learning&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Lean learning is about doing more with less.&lt;br/&gt;Just-in-time learning is more effective than just-in-case learning.&lt;br/&gt;We are overwhelmed with information in today&amp;apos;s digital age.&lt;br/&gt;Inspiration overload can lead to burnout and lack of focus.&lt;br/&gt;The inspiration matrix helps prioritize what truly matters.&lt;br/&gt;Choosing action over information leads to faster results.&lt;br/&gt;Mistakes are part of the learning process.&lt;br/&gt;Community feedback can be harsh but is essential for growth.&lt;br/&gt;Joy of opting out helps manage FOMO.&lt;br/&gt;Simplicity in approach often leads to better outcomes. It hurts to be hurt, especially for creators.&lt;br/&gt;Hurt people often project their pain onto others.&lt;br/&gt;Feedback, even if hurtful, can be valuable for growth.&lt;br/&gt;Protecting your time is essential for progress.&lt;br/&gt;Time blocking can help maintain focus on tasks.&lt;br/&gt;Commit to experiments for a set period to gauge success.&lt;br/&gt;Count episodes, not downloads, to measure progress.&lt;br/&gt;Persistence is key, but know when to pivot.&lt;br/&gt;Chasing money can lead to poor decisions.&lt;br/&gt;Embrace mistakes as learning opportunities.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/366&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;PodMatch has officially launched a podcast network for independent interview-based podcasts! To apply to be part of the network, please visit &lt;a href='https://podmatch.com/network'&gt;https://PodMatch.com/network&lt;/a&gt; and press the &amp;quot;&lt;b&gt;Join Network&lt;/b&gt;&amp;quot; button in the top center of the screen. While you&amp;apos;re there, be sure to check out some of the incredible shows in the network!&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Most podcasters try to learn everything and end up doing nothing. The pressure to master it all becomes overwhelming and stalls progress. Don't let this be the case for you! In this episode, Alex Sanfilippo and Pat Flynn share how to focus your learning, eliminate noise, and grow by doing less. You’ll learn how to take aligned action, avoid burnout, and get real results without chasing every new idea. Get ready to stop the overwhelm and move forward with clarity and purpose! MORE FROM THIS EP...

How Podcasters Can Achieve More by Learning Less | Pat Flynn

Most podcast guests miss out on one of their greatest opportunities, promoting episodes they&apos;re featured in! For serious podcast guests who want to get invited back and get recommended among podcast hosts, promotion matters! In this episode, Kara Goodwin explains what hosts are really looking for when choosing guests and how simple promotional actions can lead to more opportunities and stronger relationships. Get ready to become the kind of guest every host wants!MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/365Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Podcast Guesting 02:57 Flipping the Mindset 06:13 Presenting Value to Hosts 09:06 Building Collaborative RelationshipsTakeaways Flip your mindset about podcast appearances. Collaboration can be a win-win for both parties. Consider what value you can offer to the host. Invest energy in building your social media presence. Mention your social media following when pitching. Offer to promote the episode to your network. Embed the episode on your website for added value. Communicate your willingness to collaborate on promotions. Follow through on your commitments to hosts. Building relationships can lead to more podcast opportunities.MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/365PodMatch has officially launched a podcast network for independent interview-based podcasts! To apply to be part of the network, please visit <a href='https://podmatch.com/network'>https://PodMatch.com/network</a> and press the &quot;Join Network&quot; button in the top center of the screen. While you&apos;re there, be sure to check out some of the incredible shows in the network!

<description>&lt;p&gt;Most podcast guests miss out on one of their greatest opportunities, promoting episodes they&amp;apos;re featured in! For serious podcast guests who want to get invited back and get recommended among podcast hosts, promotion matters! In this episode, Kara Goodwin explains what hosts are really looking for when choosing guests and how simple promotional actions can lead to more opportunities and stronger relationships. Get ready to become the kind of guest every host wants!&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/365&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;00:00 Introduction to Podcast Guesting&lt;br/&gt;02:57 Flipping the Mindset&lt;br/&gt;06:13 Presenting Value to Hosts&lt;br/&gt;09:06 Building Collaborative Relationships&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Flip your mindset about podcast appearances.&lt;br/&gt;Collaboration can be a win-win for both parties.&lt;br/&gt;Consider what value you can offer to the host.&lt;br/&gt;Invest energy in building your social media presence.&lt;br/&gt;Mention your social media following when pitching.&lt;br/&gt;Offer to promote the episode to your network.&lt;br/&gt;Embed the episode on your website for added value.&lt;br/&gt;Communicate your willingness to collaborate on promotions.&lt;br/&gt;Follow through on your commitments to hosts.&lt;br/&gt;Building relationships can lead to more podcast opportunities.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/365&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;PodMatch has officially launched a podcast network for independent interview-based podcasts! To apply to be part of the network, please visit &lt;a href='https://podmatch.com/network'&gt;https://PodMatch.com/network&lt;/a&gt; and press the &amp;quot;&lt;b&gt;Join Network&lt;/b&gt;&amp;quot; button in the top center of the screen. While you&amp;apos;re there, be sure to check out some of the incredible shows in the network!&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Most podcast guests miss out on one of their greatest opportunities, promoting episodes they're featured in! For serious podcast guests who want to get invited back and get recommended among podcast hosts, promotion matters! In this episode, Kara Goodwin explains what hosts are really looking for when choosing guests and how simple promotional actions can lead to more opportunities and stronger relationships. Get ready to become the kind of guest every host wants! MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTP...

Promoting the Podcast You're a Guest On | Kara Goodwin

Most podcasters think that landing a sponsor for their show is out of reach or that they don&apos;t qualify. This couldn&apos;t be further from the truth! In this episode, Justin Moore breaks down exactly how to write a pitch that brands can’t ignore. He shares the four parts you need to include and how to stand out to decision-makers who control budgets. Get ready to start landing real sponsorships without needing to be famous!MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/364Chapters 00:00 Unlocking Sponsorship Opportunities 05:22 Crafting the Perfect Pitch 11:11 Building Long-Term Relationships with BrandsTakeaways Brand sponsorships can turn creative visions into reality. Crafting a compelling pitch is essential for success. Relevant pitches increase the likelihood of brand collaboration. Organic content can illustrate audience affinity for brands. Proof of past success can strengthen your pitch. Building relationships with brands is a long-term strategy. Persistence is key in following up with brands. The pitch is about starting a conversation, not just closing a deal. You are not just a podcaster; you are a bridge to brands. 77% of creators rely on brand collaborations for revenue.MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/364PodMatch has officially launched a podcast network for independent interview-based podcasts! To apply to be part of the network, please visit <a href='https://podmatch.com/network'>https://PodMatch.com/network</a> and press the &quot;Join Network&quot; button in the top center of the screen. While you&apos;re there, be sure to check out some of the incredible shows in the network!

<description>&lt;p&gt;Most podcasters think that landing a sponsor for their show is out of reach or that they don&amp;apos;t qualify. This couldn&amp;apos;t be further from the truth! In this episode, Justin Moore breaks down exactly how to write a pitch that brands can’t ignore. He shares the four parts you need to include and how to stand out to decision-makers who control budgets. Get ready to start landing real sponsorships without needing to be famous!&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/364&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;00:00 Unlocking Sponsorship Opportunities&lt;br/&gt;05:22 Crafting the Perfect Pitch&lt;br/&gt;11:11 Building Long-Term Relationships with Brands&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Brand sponsorships can turn creative visions into reality.&lt;br/&gt;Crafting a compelling pitch is essential for success.&lt;br/&gt;Relevant pitches increase the likelihood of brand collaboration.&lt;br/&gt;Organic content can illustrate audience affinity for brands.&lt;br/&gt;Proof of past success can strengthen your pitch.&lt;br/&gt;Building relationships with brands is a long-term strategy.&lt;br/&gt;Persistence is key in following up with brands.&lt;br/&gt;The pitch is about starting a conversation, not just closing a deal.&lt;br/&gt;You are not just a podcaster; you are a bridge to brands.&lt;br/&gt;77% of creators rely on brand collaborations for revenue.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/364&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;PodMatch has officially launched a podcast network for independent interview-based podcasts! To apply to be part of the network, please visit &lt;a href='https://podmatch.com/network'&gt;https://PodMatch.com/network&lt;/a&gt; and press the &amp;quot;&lt;b&gt;Join Network&lt;/b&gt;&amp;quot; button in the top center of the screen. While you&amp;apos;re there, be sure to check out some of the incredible shows in the network!&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Most podcasters think that landing a sponsor for their show is out of reach or that they don't qualify. This couldn't be further from the truth! In this episode, Justin Moore breaks down exactly how to write a pitch that brands can’t ignore. He shares the four parts you need to include and how to stand out to decision-makers who control budgets. Get ready to start landing real sponsorships without needing to be famous! MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/364 Chapters  00:00 Unlock...

Getting Sponsors for Your Podcast | Justin Moore

Most podcast guests believe that the visibility gained from their interviews will lead to paid opportunities. However, visibility and podcast guest appearances alone don&apos;t drive revenue! In this episode, Shayna Davis explains how to treat guest appearances as business assets that attract real corporate contracts. You’ll learn how to shift your positioning, speak to decision-makers, and package your expertise for serious deals. Get ready to make your podcast guesting a profitable experience!MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/363Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Leveraging Podcast Appearances 02:47 Understanding Corporate Opportunities 06:02 Positioning for Corporate Success 08:50 Monetizing Guest AppearancesTakeaways Visibility does not always equal profitability. Most podcast guests do not treat their appearances as business assets. Corporations spend trillions on goods and services every year. You can leverage your current expertise for corporate contracts. Positioning is key to attracting corporate buyers. Demonstrate how you solve real business problems for corporations. Upgrade your guest bio to highlight business results. Create a corporate worthy authority page to attract sponsors. Your influence should be bankable, not just visible. These corporate deals are more achievable than you think.MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/363PodMatch has officially launched a podcast network for independent interview-based podcasts! To apply to be part of the network, please visit <a href='https://podmatch.com/network'>https://PodMatch.com/network</a> and press the &quot;Join Network&quot; button in the top center of the screen. While you&apos;re there, be sure to check out some of the incredible shows in the network!

<description>&lt;p&gt;Most podcast guests believe that the visibility gained from their interviews will lead to paid opportunities. However, visibility and podcast guest appearances alone don&amp;apos;t drive revenue! In this episode, Shayna Davis explains how to treat guest appearances as business assets that attract real corporate contracts. You’ll learn how to shift your positioning, speak to decision-makers, and package your expertise for serious deals. Get ready to make your podcast guesting a profitable experience!&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/363&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;00:00 Introduction to Leveraging Podcast Appearances&lt;br/&gt;02:47 Understanding Corporate Opportunities&lt;br/&gt;06:02 Positioning for Corporate Success&lt;br/&gt;08:50 Monetizing Guest Appearances&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Visibility does not always equal profitability.&lt;br/&gt;Most podcast guests do not treat their appearances as business assets.&lt;br/&gt;Corporations spend trillions on goods and services every year.&lt;br/&gt;You can leverage your current expertise for corporate contracts.&lt;br/&gt;Positioning is key to attracting corporate buyers.&lt;br/&gt;Demonstrate how you solve real business problems for corporations.&lt;br/&gt;Upgrade your guest bio to highlight business results.&lt;br/&gt;Create a corporate worthy authority page to attract sponsors.&lt;br/&gt;Your influence should be bankable, not just visible.&lt;br/&gt;These corporate deals are more achievable than you think.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/363&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;PodMatch has officially launched a podcast network for independent interview-based podcasts! To apply to be part of the network, please visit &lt;a href='https://podmatch.com/network'&gt;https://PodMatch.com/network&lt;/a&gt; and press the &amp;quot;&lt;b&gt;Join Network&lt;/b&gt;&amp;quot; button in the top center of the screen. While you&amp;apos;re there, be sure to check out some of the incredible shows in the network!&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Most podcast guests believe that the visibility gained from their interviews will lead to paid opportunities. However, visibility and podcast guest appearances alone don't drive revenue! In this episode, Shayna Davis explains how to treat guest appearances as business assets that attract real corporate contracts. You’ll learn how to shift your positioning, speak to decision-makers, and package your expertise for serious deals. Get ready to make your podcast guesting a profitable experience! M...

Getting Paid from Podcast Guesting | Shayna Davis

Podcasting Made Simple is the premier podcast about podcasting! We’re here to help podcast guests and podcast hosts reach more listeners and grow their income so they can change more lives! Join Alex Sanfilippo and other podcasting industry experts as they share how you can level up on either side of the mic! (Show notes and resources: <a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://PodMatch.com/episodes&amp;sa=D&amp;source=calendar&amp;usd=2&amp;usg=AOvVaw2fxySkCm7jyQwPr_3js39A">https://PodMatch.com/episodes</a>)

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