#188: The Secret to Growing Your Podcast


The Secret to Growing Your Podcast

Hey, Podcasters!

It’s time to spill a little (pumpkin-spice flavored) tea…(it is October after all. 🎃)

As a podcaster, we know you’ve put in countless hours creating valuable content.

But here’s the truth: even the best podcasts with the best audio and the best content are not guaranteed to find success.

That 👆 depends on a solid marketing strategy.

Because, more truth, all podcasts need a marketing strategy.

We find it helpful to think of your podcast as a brand. And just like any successful brand, it’s not enough to create something great – you have to make sure people know about it.

That’s where podcast marketing comes in. It’s not just about promoting episodes, it’s about building awareness, growing your audience, and ultimately turning your podcast into a recognizable brand that stands out from the crowd.

That's the power of marketing...

(Also. The power of a Christmas movie. 👆IYKYK.)

But achieving all of the above does not come easy.

Which is why our latest blog post shared our ✨6 Expert Ways to Improve Your Podcast Marketing✨, and it dives deep into strategies to help you promote your show.

But before you check that out (you can find that link below👇) let’s break down three reasons why marketing your podcast should be right up there on your podcast to-do list:

1. Reach Beyond Your Core Audience📣

Even with a loyal listener base, your podcast needs that push to reach new frontiers, i.e. new listeners. Effective marketing helps you reach potential listeners who may not have discovered your podcast organically. It expands your audience and keeps your growth steady.

2. Build Your Brand Authority👷‍♂️

Great marketing goes hand-in-hand with branding. When you promote your podcast well, you’re also positioning yourself as an expert in your niche. The more consistent and strategic you are, the more you’ll be seen as the go-to voice on your topic.

3. Foster Long-Term Engagement

And finally, marketing isn’t just about getting new listeners; it’s about deepening the relationship with the ones you already have. By actively promoting episodes, events, or exclusive content, you keep your show – your brand – at the forefront of your followers’ minds.

And this, in turn, turns them into loyal, engaged listeners who keep coming back for more.

So, market your podcast as you would a brand, and you'll always have brand new listeners checking out your show!

- Jennay

➡️ Did you know? We have a FREE course all about how YOU can build your podcast brand? Check it out on Udemy and enroll today! 🎓

Want to know exactly how to level up your marketing strategy? Check out our blog post, 6 Expert Ways to Improve Your Podcast Marketing, and let us help you take your podcast to the next level. 👇


Links Worth A Look...

  • Something from the Apple Podcasts Newsroom that we’re really excited about: Apple Podcasts spotlights narrative series.🤩
  • Lots of awards were handed out this past week! Check out the winners of The People's Choice Awards here. And the winners of the African Podcast and Voice Awards here. 🏆
  • And finally, more awards! The finalists for the 2024 Signal Awards have been announced! Congratulations to all the nominees! You can cast your votes here! ✨

Until next week!

Happy podcasting! 🎧

The Team at We Edit Podcasts


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Our team has been serving podcasters since 2015, so by now we know a thing or two about what it takes to create a successful show!


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