Episode 6 - Tips for a Successful Podcast Launch

In this episode, Jon focuses on the content plan section of the podcast strategy workbook, explaining how it serves as a brainstorming tool for mapping out your podcast. He highlights the importance of jotting down episode ideas, guest lists, key questions, and creating a schedule and layout for the first five episodes. Jon stresses that having multiple episodes ready for launch can significantly boost listener retention. He also encourages flexibility in the content plan to allow for adjustments as the podcast grows and reminds listeners to rate, review, and share the show to help increase visibility.

Takeaways

• The content plan is a vital part of the podcast strategy workbook, used for brainstorming episode ideas, guest lists, and questions.
• Launching with multiple episodes can help retain listeners from the beginning.
• Keep your content plan flexible, allowing for shifts as you develop your podcast.
• Encourage your audience to rate, review, and share the podcast to help increase visibility and attract more listeners.

Chapters
00:00 - Introduction to the Podcast Strategy Workbook
01:00 - Creating a Comprehensive Content Plan
05:14 - The Importance of Multiple Episodes for Launch
07:25 - Curating Guest Lists and Questions
08:25 - Tips for a Successful Podcast Launch

Resources

• Download the Wayfare Podcast Strategy Workbook
• Need help with your podcast? CLICK HERE
• Need help starting your podcast? CLICK HERE

Versions

• Check out our video version of the podcast.
• Check out our audio version of the podcast.

Acknowledgments
A big thank you to:

• Kath - Creating the podcast artwork (You can find more of her work here)
• Anna - Wayfare's Admin Assist.
• Matt - Graphics creation for the show
• Dan - Post-production work

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Thank you for listening!