Don’t Settle For The First Idea …
Don’t settle for the first idea. Work and mold your topic. It is easy to do an interview exactly like you do every other interview. Just like you’ve heard everyone do every other interview....
View ArticleMake It Interesting By Being Interested …
Make it interesting by being interested. It really is the easiest way to engage your audience. When you are interested in a subject, your audience can hear it. You can’t fake enthusiasm. When you are...
View ArticleLet’s Help Each Other …
Let’s help each other. (Photo by Grafvision) I would love to answer any question you might have about your podcast. I have been in broadcasting for well over 20 years. Coaching on-air radio talent has...
View ArticleAvoid The Shiny Objects …
Avoid the shiny objects. (photo by scantynebula) In the past, I’ve suggested you incorporate stories in your podcast to truly engage your listener. To make your stories powerful, lead with a strong...
View ArticleCan I Be You? …
Can I Be You? Vicarious. Voyeurism. Eavesdropping. Those are three main reasons people listen to your podcast. Tell stories to help fulfill those desires. People dream about having a different (and...
View ArticleFocus Your Podcast Topic …
Focus Your Podcast Topic When you try to be all things to all people, you end up being nothing. Focus your topic on what you know best. Be opinionated. Be passionate. Pick a side. Be unique. Most of...
View ArticleThe Goal For Your Episode …
The Goal For Your Episode You must know where you’re going before you can actually get there. That statement is true with a road trip and it is also true with your podcast. When you set out to record a...
View ArticleStructure Will Help Define Your Topics …
Structure Will Help Define Your Topics Deciding the correct topics for your show is instrumental when creating consistency for your podcast. Once you have developed the goal for your podcast and a goal...
View ArticleStrategy For Each Topic …
Strategy For Each Topic Developing your strategy involves determining how you will uniquely address each topic. Whether you are presenting information, answering questions or interviewing guests, there...
View ArticleHow To Find Podcast Topics – PTC Episode 019
How To Find Podcast Topics One challenge to podcasting is coming up with topics for every episode. However, topics are everywhere. You can find them in everyday life. You simply have to look and be...
View ArticlePodcast Brand Positioning – PTC Episode 025
Podcast Brand Positioning – PTC 025 At NMX 2014 in Las Vegas at the beginning of January, I discovered a ton of great podcasts and met many new, fantastic people. Here are a few of the new podcasts...
View ArticleConfidence To Begin A Podcast – PTC Episode 027
Confidence To Begin A Podcast I’m Erik K. Johnson, founder of Podcast Talent Coach. I help people refine their content to transform their information into engaging entertainment so that they can...
View ArticlePodcast Negativity Trap – PTC Episode 036
Podcast Negativity Trap – PTC Episode 036 A quick note … Dave Jackson of School of Podcasting has invited me to join his Podcast Review Show podcast. Each week, we invite a podcaster on the show and...
View ArticleFocus Of Your Podcast – PTC Episode 037
Focus Of Your Podcast – PTC Episode 037 A few notes before the episode this week. I am speaking at the Podcast Movement in Dallas August 16th and 17th, 2014. It is a national podcast conference that...
View ArticleThe Show Funnel Solution – PTC Episode 041
The Show Funnel Solution – PTC Episode 041 If you listen to online business podcasts, you’ve surely heard the business funnel discussed. Online marketers move a large group of people into the big end...
View ArticleWhere To Begin Podcasting – PTC 046
Where To Begin Podcasting – PTC 046 Let’s help you determine where to begin podcasting. I recently had lunch with the guys from the “200churches” podcast. Jeff Keady and Jonny Craig are pastors at a...
View Article8 Questions To Better Podcasts – PTC Episode 050
8 Questions To Better Podcasts – PTC Episode 050 Today, we discuss how you can follow 8 questions to better podcasts. On the Podcast Review Show the other night, Dave Jackson mentioned he was reviewing...
View ArticleAt Last, The Secret To Podcast Chit Chat Revealed – PTC Episode 052
At Last, The Secret To Podcast Chit Chat Revealed PTC Episode 052 Chit Chat at the beginning of your podcast has long been discussed. Is it appropriate? How much is too much? When are you wasting the...
View ArticleYou Are An Expert – PTC Episode 053
You Are An Expert – PTC Episode 053 As I was grabbing a quick bite to eat at the local fast food restaurant earlier this week, I was reminded we are all an expert at something to someone. After...
View Article5 Questions To Find Your Podcast Focus – Episode 077
5 Questions To Find Your Focus – PTC Episode 077 SUBSCRIBE TO THE SHOW ON iTUNES HERE. Whether you are a seasoned podcaster or brand new to the game, refining your podcast focus is always an...
View ArticleThe Real Reason People Listen To Your Podcast – Episode 083
The Real Reason People Listen To Your Podcast – Episode 083 Why do people listen to your podcast? Why would anyone spend the time to listen to your show? Have you ever paused to give that question some...
View ArticleHow To Develop A Show Clock – Episode 084
How To Develop A Show Clock – Episode 084 The purpose of a show clock is to provide a consistent framework for your content. By using a framework, you do not need to reinvent the wheel for every show....
View ArticleSteps To Develop Your Show Strategy – Episode 099
Steps To Develop Your Show Strategy – Episode 099 Developing your strategy involves determining how you will uniquely address each topic. Whether you are presenting information, answering questions or...
View ArticleHow To Improve Your Podcast In 9 Steps – Episode 105
How To Improve Your Podcast In 9 Steps – Episode 105 Sometimes you are just too close to the content to recognize the issues. I was recently working with two coaching clients. They were both struggling...
View ArticleHere Is A Method That Helps Successful Radio Professionals Find Great Topics...
Here Is A Method That Helps Successful Radio Professionals Find Great Topics – Episode 109 As I coach talent, people often as me, “Where do I find good topics?” It is often a struggle of new talent and...
View ArticleHow To Turn Podcast Topics Into Creative Content – Episode 110
How To Turn Podcast Topics Into Creative Content – Episode 110 Before we dive in, here is the link to the Podcast Review Show I mentioned. PODCAST REVIEW SHOW You can turn your clever podcast topics...
View ArticleWhere To Find Podcast Topic Ideas – Episode 121
Where To Find Podcast Topic Ideas – Episode 121 Content creators struggle with topic ideas. It is natural. There are days when few ideas are coming to mind. The other day, I was listening to the great...
View ArticleEssential Elements of Powerful Storytelling – Episode 129
Essential Elements of Powerful Storytelling – Episode 129 WHY STORYTELLING Have you noticed a lot of interview podcasts in your niche sound the same? We are hearing the same guests answer the same...
View ArticleCan You Tell Stories Like Walt Disney? – Episode 130
Can You Tell Stories Like Walt Disney? – Episode 130 Walt Disney was one of the greatest storytellers of our time. When you examine his work, you realize he wasn’t a great story writer. He was a...
View ArticleHow To Organize Your Podcast Content – Episode 135
How To Organize Your Podcast Content – Episode 135 When you organize your content, you allow yourself to be more creative during recording. You actually allow for more spontaneity and creativity....
View ArticleHow To Create Engaging Podcast Topics – Episode 149
How To Create Engaging Podcast Topics – Episode 149 As I coach talent, people often as me, “Where do I find good topics?” It’s often a struggle of new talent and veterans alike. Writers often encounter...
View ArticleHow Much Prep Is Too Much? Podcast Struggles – Episode 196
How Much Prep Is Too Much? Podcast Struggles – Episode 196 I recently asked my tribe about the one thing they are struggling with most. This week, we are going to answer the questions and help you get...
View ArticleCan’t Catch Up To A Bad Opening – Episode 202
Can’t Catch Up To A Bad Opening – Episode 202 Start strong. You can’t catch up to a bad opening. You work hard to get your audience to push play on your podcast. Don’t risk losing them by wandering...
View ArticleStorytelling Transform Your Podcast – Episode 225
So many podcasters tell me they want to create a podcast around their area of expertise, but fear there are already too many podcasts in that niche. When the space is occupied, should you stay away and...
View ArticleWhy Are You Creating Your Podcast
Why are you creating your podcast – because you love it or to gain a ton of listeners? Both. But, it has to be about your passion first. Be passionate. Love what you do. You don’t want to be forced to...
View ArticleRainbows And Passion For My Podcast Niche – Episode 236
Is your podcast your passion? Do you love your podcast niche? Father’s Day helped me rediscover the reason I coach and create this podcast. The day reminded me of my passion. DAD AND BASEBALL It was a...
View ArticleHow To Use Your Podcast Avatar – Episode 238
So many gurus tell you to create your podcast avatar. They might even tell you how to define your target listener. However, very few teach you how to use that podcast avatar once you have it created....
View ArticleWhere To Find Podcast Content Ideas – PTC 289
Do you ever struggle coming up with podcast content ideas or run into a sort of writer’s block when you’re asking, “What am I going to podcast about today?” There are ideas all around you. It is simply...
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