Insider Secrets to a Top 100 Podcast with Courtney Elmer | Podcasting Strategies for Growing a Podcast That Converts
Named the best podcast on podcasting, this isn’t another “share great content and stay consistent” show doling out generic podcasting advice. We’re breaking down 15,000+ hours of study into what today's top hosts do differently to create bingeworthy podcasts that convert.
Hosted by Forbes and Rolling Stone–featured podcasting psychology expert, Webby Awards judge, and PodLaunch® founder Courtney Elmer, you’ll get the podcasting tools and strategies other shows won’t dare to share (backed by 70+ Top 100 podcast launches).
Expect unfiltered coaching, behind-the-scenes breakdowns, and “why didn’t anyone tell me this sooner?!” podcasting advice to help you master growing a podcast your future listeners can’t stop bingeing (and buying from).
When you’re ready to break out of less-than-200-download-per-episode jail and stop settling for downloads that don’t reflect your effort...
Or if you want a podcast launch strategy that positions you as the authority in your category and drives revenue...
Welcome to the podcast that’s about to change the game for you. Hit follow and let’s dive in.
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Popular Guests Include: Adam Adams, Alex Sanfilippo, Dave Jackson, Ellie Puckett, James Cridland, James Wedmore, Jeremy Enns, John Lee Dumas, Jordan Harbinger, Kevin Chemidlin, Seth Silvers, Tom Rossi, and many more.
Popular Episode Topics Include: Podcast Messaging, Podcasting Psychology, Podcast Marketing, Creating Bingeworthy Podcast Content, Listener Engagement Strategies, Podcasting Mistakes to Avoid, Podcasting Tools, Podcasting Trends, Growing a Podcast, How to Monetize Your Podcast, Podcast Listener Conversion, Video Podcasting, Ranking Your Podcast in the Top 100, How to Start a Podcast, Podcast Launch Strategy
Insider Secrets to a Top 100 Podcast with Courtney Elmer | Podcasting Strategies for Growing a Podcast That Converts
BTS: Steal Our Formula for Choosing Guests Who Build Your Podcast's Authority
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Ever had a podcast guest that seemed incredible on paper but turned out to be a total mismatch on air? In this episode, I asked my OBM and Guest Concierge, Tayler Neeley, to take you behind the scenes and share our exact system for choosing guests who don’t just fill a slot but actually elevate your podcast’s credibility.
Plus, we’ll show you a foolproof way to turn down pitches kindly and professionally (without ghosting anyone) so you can protect your listeners’ time and build trust with every episode.
So if you're ready to learn how to curate guests who will strengthen your show’s authority and keep your listeners coming back for more, hit play and let’s make your business bingeworthy.
0:02 – Why a Perfect Pitch Doesn’t Always Mean a Perfect Guest
1:39 – Our Top Mistakes (and What We Fixed) in Guest Vetting
3:51 – The Exact Criteria We Use to Choose Standout Guests
11:37 – Handling the "Thanks, But No Thanks" Pitch Replies
14:49 – Deciding When Not to Air a Guest Episode
Episode Links:
- Steal Our Guest Vetting Criteria Checklist
- How to Decline Guest Pitches That Aren't a Fit
- How to Decline Airing a Guest Episode
Other Episodes You’ll Enjoy:
- Why Guesting on Podcasts Won’t Grow Your Show (Unless You Do This)
- Exactly What to Say to Get Your Podcast Guests to Share Their Episode
→ This episode was recorded on the Deity VO-7U
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