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Our host, Kevin Chemidlin, wears many hats over here at Grow The Show, which leaves everyone wondering, how does he do it all?

From hosting this podcast, to running a podcast growth company, as well as overseeing a media production agency, while simultaneously growing and monetizing his own show, it’s safe to say, time management is at the TOP of his priority list.

Although there is a lot to juggle, Kevin has proven successful in all areas of his business, being able to generate a massive listenership and clientele, as well as hit more than 7 figures in revenue.

So we thought, why not give a sneak peek into Kevin’s day-to-day so you can get an idea of how he has excelled as an entrepreneur. We have to warn you though, it's not as cut and dry as you may think. The goal is perfection, but it is seldom reached. So take this advice and do with it what you will, all we know is that it works.

In this episode, you will hear time management and business tips you can apply to your day-to-day so you can accomplish more in your business as well as enjoy your life because that's why we are doing this right? 

Tune in to hear how you can use Kevin’s tried, tested, and true techniques he has used to build a 7 figure business!

Topics discussed in this episode:

• How the team at Grow The Show is structured
• What Kevin’s daily schedule looks like
• Why you shouldn’t schedule meetings before 11:00 AM
• All humans are morning people – bear with us here!
• Protect your Sundays at all costs
• How to schedule your meetings
• What would Kevin change about his routine?
• Drastic moves Kevin has made in this season of growth

Connect with Kevin on Twitter, Instagram, or LinkedIn

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Download numbers are one of the most obvious metrics for measuring the success of your podcast and, believe it or not, your titles are one of the biggest factors in how many downloads you get!

That’s why, in today’s quick hit episode of Grow the Show, we’re answering a commonly asked question from our Facebook community: What is the best method for creating eye-catching, clickable podcast titles? 

Tuning in, you’ll learn some proven tips and tricks from the copywriting industry for crafting titles that are clear, concise, unique, and evocative, regardless of whether your show is outcomes-based or for entertainment purposes.

For actionable advice on how to make your titles irresistible to both regular listeners and passers-by, you won’t want to miss this episode!

Topics discussed in this episode:

• Utilizing the 4 U's as a checklist for crafting impactful titles
• How to draw listeners in with one-of-a-kind content
• The value of being super specific
• Different ways to communicate urgency
• Illustrating how your podcast will benefit listeners
• Examples of weak titles that don’t follow these simple rules

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Someone has reached out to you telling you they want to sponsor your podcast. It feels like you’ve reached your goal and there’s a reason to celebrate, but this is when the real work begins.

Grow The Show has covered topics like how to pitch yourself to sponsors and choosing the right kind of sponsor for your show, but just like in those blockbuster rom-coms, listeners are left wondering “what happens after they get together?”. The happy ending isn’t when two people finally come together, but when they build a long-lasting relationship.

On today’s episode, Kevin outlines 15 steps you should take once you have an interested sponsor. He goes over the process from beginning to end, from that first conversation with the sponsor to creating terms for the deal, to locking them down for a repeat partnership.

Believe it or not, Kevin was able to start monetizing his first podcast by offering a free sponsorship. Sounds counterintuitive, right? Be sure to tune in and find out how it may work for you as well!

Topics discussed in this episode:

• Kevin reviews the 15 steps you should take after you have an interested sponsor
• The 12th step is why many podcasters fail, so do not skip it
• Industry standard rates for sponsorship vs. pricing for smaller podcasts
• Money is NOT the only goal when getting a sponsorship
• Why offering free ads may build lucrative, long-term sponsor relationships
• The importance of tracking the success of your ad
• Connect with the sponsor after the ad to determine the success of the ad run
• Learn from successes and mistakes to grow your skills and your podcast

Connect with Kevin on Twitter, Instagram, or LinkedIn

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Although podcasts rely mainly on sound, there are other aspects of creating a podcast that are more visual, like podcast artwork. 

What makes great podcast artwork? It's a question that we get a lot here at Grow The Show, so we wanted to share our take on the answer to this question.

Whether you are just beginning, rebranding, or just curious, understanding what kind of artwork works best for your niche and audience is so important. Keep it simple, unique, and informative. Making it complicated will only make things difficult for you in the long run.

Tune in for practical advice and tips on what makes great podcast artwork, where to find designers, and what you should and shouldn’t include.

Topics discussed in this episode:

• What is podcast artwork?
• 3 characteristics of great artwork
• Should you include your headshot in your artwork
• Where to find someone to help design your artwork

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This episode is jam packed with priceless information that you will need to grow your social media following as a podcaster. 

Gaining a following on social media can be a challenge for podcasters because of the number of clicks it takes for a potential listener to go from a social media platform to listening to your podcast. Traditional social media strategies don’t offer the same conversion when it comes to trying to promote a podcast.

That’s where we want to help, and we have the answers for you. These tried, tested, and true strategies will allow for you to gain the right listeners in the right corners of the internet for you. It’s a dance between authenticity and a deep understanding of who your audience is or could be.

Today’s episode is a deep dive in social media where our host Kevin Chemidlin takes you through each intricate step of what works and what doesn’t, as well as insider tips on how to leverage social media in a way that works for you. This is expert advice that you don’t want to miss.

By the end of this episode, you will know which platforms you should be on, what type of content to post on those platforms to get maximum growth, and how to fit that all into your schedule as a podcaster and business owner.

Topics discussed in this episode:

• Three fundamental things social media does for podcasters
• 2 main challenges podcasters face when trying to gain listenership via social media
• 2 general principles to help grow your online audience and gain listenership
• The current social media landscape
• Why is the way TikTok functions revolutionary for podcasters?
• Should podcasters be on all social media platforms?
• The 1-10K rule
• How to choose which social media platform is right for your podcast
• How to create content that your audience actually cares about
• Are audiograms still effective?
• What kind of content on social media gives people a dopamine hit
• Hook theory: a three-step framework
• 3 types of podcast social media content you can publish to grow your social media
• How to structure your social media post using summary content
• How to incentivize listeners
• Real-world examples of what to post on social media
• An example of a native hook and how to make a reel in Descript
• How to repurpose your podcast content on social media
• How much content should you share so people will listen to your podcast
• What kind of content is best for which social media platform
• How to include personal content about you the host
• Do we recommend social media ads?
• How to grow a Facebook group
• Should you put out a post saying you are open to sponsorship?

If you want to learn more about TDE, check out episode 9 here: ‘Targeted Daily Engagement: How To Use Social Media to Double Your Audience’.

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The Targeted Daily Engagement (TDE) framework here at ‘Grow The Show’ is a tried, tested, and true strategy to help you gain listeners and grow your show! 

It’s quite simple, be active in online communities where your target audience gets together, in what we call ‘watering holes’. Although it seems simple, a lot of people don’t do TDE correctly and it can become draining and burdensome. Which is the complete opposite of what you should feel. 

So, in order to help our listeners understand how to TDE, on today’s episode, host Kevin Chemidlin gives us examples on how NOT to do TDE. 

Tune in for a quick episode on how you can create more listeners by understanding your target audience and knowing where to find them!

Topics discussed in this episode:

• The Targeted Daily Engagement (TDE) framework at ‘Grow The Show’
• What are watering holes?
• Specific issues podcasters run into while TDE’ing
• Examples of how NOT to do TDE
• Understanding your target audience

If you want to learn more about TDE, check out episode 9 here: ‘Targeted Daily Engagement: How To Use Social Media to Double Your Audience’.

Connect with Kevin on Twitter, Instagram, or LinkedIn

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Would you accept a marriage proposal on your first date? Probably not, right? There is a strategic courting ritual required before you ask anyone to make a big leap. 

This same theory can be used to understand why your listeners aren’t actioning your call to action. This is something so many podcasts fall short on.  

We here at ‘Grow The Show’ have uncovered 8 reasons why listeners take the call to action on a podcast and we want to share them with you! 

The best thing about these 8 reasons is you don’t have to act on all 8, you can implement 2 or 3 and still see results. 

Tune in to learn practical tips on how to get your listeners to act on your call to action today!

Topics discussed in this episode:

• 8 reasons reasons why listeners take the call to action
• Questions to ask yourself about your call to action
• Importance of not overthinking your call to action

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In this week's episode of Grow The Show, Kevin will give you his thoughts on a controversial subject in the podcasting world. That subject is numbering your podcast episodes. It turns out, that doing this actually has a HUGE benefit for you and your listeners.

Topics discussed in this episode:

• Whether or not you should number your podcast episodes.
• Why numbering your podcast episodes is beneficial for your audience.

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This week's episode of Grow The Show is going to be a little bit different than usual. Today, we're going to be giving you a peak inside the Grow the Show Facebook group.

Just last week, we had a live training in the Grow The Show Facebook group, where Kevin presented our Targeted Podcast Pitching framework for how to grow a podcast really, really effectively and efficiently. More specifically, that session was about how to write a great pitch email that has a really high chance of getting you featured on another podcast.

Today, we are going to share that session with you. If you weren't there, now is your chance to catch up and learn how to write a great pitch email for getting yourself featured on other podcasts!

Topics discussed in this episode:

• Targeted Podcast Pitching
• Why the "spray and pray" method of pitching doesn't work.
• How to craft a great pitch email.

Connect with Kevin on Twitter, Instagram, or LinkedIn

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The moment you have to explain your show’s premise after telling someone the name of your show, that should be your cue to re-evaluate your show’s title. The title should be self-explanatory, because you could lose potential listeners due to confusion around your title. You want to have the listener do the least amount of work as possible to listen in, and it starts with how you name your show. 

In today’s podcast, our host Kevin Chemidlin hits us with a quick podcast packed with information that could help you in deciding what to name your show, or have you rethink your current title. This perspective could make all the difference in the growth of your show, so you don't want to miss it!

Topics discussed in this episode:

• The importance of your show’s title
• Mistakes we make when naming podcasts
• The best way to name your show
• Why the name of your show should be self-explanatory

Connect with Kevin on Twitter, Instagram, or LinkedIn