1 00:00:23,460 --> 00:00:26,700 Welcome back to learn to podcast the show that would teach you everything 2 00:00:26,700 --> 00:00:31,140 you need to know to create, grow, and monetize a successful podcast. 3 00:00:31,170 --> 00:00:33,090 I'm your host, Scott Wyden Kivowitz. 4 00:00:33,270 --> 00:00:36,420 In this episode, we're going to talk about growing your audience. 5 00:00:36,510 --> 00:00:39,210 This includes leveraging social media and other platforms 6 00:00:39,360 --> 00:00:42,840 collaborating with other podcasters and engaging with your audience. 7 00:00:43,650 --> 00:00:45,960 Social media is a great way to connect with potential 8 00:00:45,960 --> 00:00:48,000 listeners and promote your show. 9 00:00:48,630 --> 00:00:52,110 You can use social media to share teasers and excerpts from your 10 00:00:52,110 --> 00:00:56,580 episodes, run contests and giveaways and engage with your audience. 11 00:00:57,090 --> 00:01:00,510 Here are a few tips for leveraging social media to grow your audience. 12 00:01:01,380 --> 00:01:05,640 Be active on social media posts regularly and engage with your audience. 13 00:01:06,180 --> 00:01:09,960 Use relevant hashtags that can help you reach a wider audience. 14 00:01:10,010 --> 00:01:11,540 Run contests and giveaways. 15 00:01:11,660 --> 00:01:15,200 These are great ways to generate excitement and attract new listeners. 16 00:01:15,950 --> 00:01:20,480 Collaborate with other podcasters is a great way to retain new audience. 17 00:01:20,480 --> 00:01:22,970 It's also a great way to cross promote your show. 18 00:01:23,480 --> 00:01:26,660 You can collaborate by interviewing each other, co-hosting episodes 19 00:01:26,660 --> 00:01:28,820 or participating in joint events. 20 00:01:28,820 --> 00:01:31,790 Here are a few tips for collaborating with other podcasters. 21 00:01:32,310 --> 00:01:34,470 Reach out to podcasters in your niche. 22 00:01:34,830 --> 00:01:37,920 Find podcasters who have a similar audience to yours. 23 00:01:38,610 --> 00:01:41,550 Be specific about what you're looking for. 24 00:01:41,760 --> 00:01:45,510 Let the podcast know what you hope to achieve by collaborating. 25 00:01:46,410 --> 00:01:47,250 Be flexible. 26 00:01:47,640 --> 00:01:51,240 Be willing to work with the podcast or to find a collaboration 27 00:01:51,240 --> 00:01:52,470 that works for both of you. 28 00:01:53,016 --> 00:01:56,736 Now, engaging with your audience is also essential for building a loyal following. 29 00:01:57,246 --> 00:02:00,036 You can engage with your audience by responding to comments on social 30 00:02:00,036 --> 00:02:04,266 media, participating in online forums and hosting live events. 31 00:02:04,806 --> 00:02:07,626 Here are a few tips for engaging with your audience. 32 00:02:08,466 --> 00:02:09,516 Be responsive. 33 00:02:09,936 --> 00:02:13,386 Respond to comments and questions from your audience in a timely manner. 34 00:02:13,956 --> 00:02:14,586 Be helpful. 35 00:02:15,066 --> 00:02:18,966 Be willing to answer questions and provide support to your listeners. 36 00:02:19,656 --> 00:02:20,496 And be friendly. 37 00:02:20,886 --> 00:02:23,736 Be welcoming and approachable to your listeners. 38 00:02:24,336 --> 00:02:26,946 There are many ways to grow your podcast audience. 39 00:02:27,276 --> 00:02:31,056 By leveraging social media and other platforms collaborating with other 40 00:02:31,056 --> 00:02:34,866 podcasters and engaging with your audience, you can build a loyal following 41 00:02:35,166 --> 00:02:37,266 and achieve your podcasting goals. 42 00:02:37,776 --> 00:02:38,616 Thank you for listening. 43 00:02:39,096 --> 00:02:40,116 And I wish you all the best. 44 00:02:40,566 --> 00:02:41,766 In your podcasting journey.