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Welcome back to learn to podcast the
show that would teach you everything

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you need to know to create, grow,
and monetize a successful podcast.

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I'm your host, Scott Wyden Kivowitz.

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In this episode, we're going to
talk about growing your audience.

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This includes leveraging social
media and other platforms

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collaborating with other podcasters
and engaging with your audience.

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Social media is a great way
to connect with potential

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listeners and promote your show.

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You can use social media to share
teasers and excerpts from your

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episodes, run contests and giveaways
and engage with your audience.

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Here are a few tips for leveraging
social media to grow your audience.

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Be active on social media posts
regularly and engage with your audience.

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Use relevant hashtags that can
help you reach a wider audience.

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Run contests and giveaways.

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These are great ways to generate
excitement and attract new listeners.

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Collaborate with other podcasters is
a great way to retain new audience.

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It's also a great way to
cross promote your show.

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You can collaborate by interviewing
each other, co-hosting episodes

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or participating in joint events.

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Here are a few tips for
collaborating with other podcasters.

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Reach out to podcasters in your niche.

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Find podcasters who have a
similar audience to yours.

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Be specific about what you're looking for.

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Let the podcast know what you
hope to achieve by collaborating.

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Be flexible.

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Be willing to work with the
podcast or to find a collaboration

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that works for both of you.

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Now, engaging with your audience is also
essential for building a loyal following.

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You can engage with your audience
by responding to comments on social

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media, participating in online
forums and hosting live events.

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Here are a few tips for
engaging with your audience.

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Be responsive.

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Respond to comments and questions
from your audience in a timely manner.

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Be helpful.

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Be willing to answer questions and
provide support to your listeners.

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And be friendly.

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Be welcoming and approachable
to your listeners.

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There are many ways to
grow your podcast audience.

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By leveraging social media and other
platforms collaborating with other

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podcasters and engaging with your
audience, you can build a loyal following

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and achieve your podcasting goals.

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Thank you for listening.

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And I wish you all the best.

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In your podcasting journey.