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...
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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
What Makes a Podcast CTA Convert (and Why Most Don’t)
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You KNOW you should give a call to action (CTA) in every podcast episode. But every time you sit down to record, your brain short-circuits. Should you tell them to follow the show? Join your list? Download this? Book a call? Support your sponsor? Say too much and you sound desperate. Say too little and you miss your chance to increase podcast listener conversions.
If you’ve ever been unsure of what to offer, how to offer it, or afraid of pushing people away when you do, this episode has the fix. Hit play and dive in.
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1:02 – The Science Behind Why CTAs Feel Awkward
8:52 – What a Strong CTA Actually Sounds Like
14:15 – Why You Don’t Need a New Freebie for Every Episode
16:02 – The 2 CTA Entry Points I Recommend (and Use Often)
22:06 – How to Handle CTAs When You Have a Sponsor
24:08 – What to Do Next If You Want Your CTAs to Start Driving Real Results
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