Let’s talk about podcast reviews and why they matter to you as a podcast host, to your potential listeners, to your potential guests, and to you if you want to be a guest on other people’s podcasts. RELATED EPISODES MENTIONED: Build Relationships with Hosts Before Pitching (#44) https://kimstewartmarketing.com/44 How to Pitch a Podcast (#34) https://kimstewartmarketing.com/34 ☑️ START YOUR AUTHOR PODCAST CHECKLIST 🗓️ BOOK A STRATEGY SESSION FAVE PODCASTING RESOURCES: 🎙️ Microphone 🎧 Hosting (...
May 17, 2024•10 min•Transcript available on Metacast I’m excited today for another author spotlight! On the show is my sweet online friend, author Naomi Fata. Naomi is the author of two books including Stitching Your Story Piece by Peace (a 13 week devotional releasing in October 2024). She's sharing about what's working well to market her books, especially LONG BEFORE her book release, and how she builds relationships and serves her target audience through podcast guesting. Naomi's book Naomi's website ☑️ START YOUR AUTHOR POD...
May 10, 2024•23 min•Transcript available on Metacast Summer is fast upon us. Time to make plans for whether you continue your current schedule of hosting or guesting, change things up a bit, or a take a much-needed break. Today's conversation is from my friend Amy Debrucque’s podcast, Life on Purpose. She invited me to be her guest last year to talk about savoring summer as a podcaster with ideas for repurposing content, airing solo episodes and even collaborating with other podcasters like Amy and I did. We pray it is a blessing to you! Amy&...
May 03, 2024•20 min•Transcript available on Metacast Last week, I attended the Podcasting Made Simple LIVE quarterly conference. It’s hosted by Alex Sanfilippo, founder of Podmatch and host of the Podcasting Made Simple podcast. I was taking notes like crazy on hosting and guesting and wanted to share 8 of my favorite takeaways with you. Connect with Alex: https://podpros.com Podmatch (aff): https://kimstewartmarketing.com/podmatch RELATED EPISODES: Audit Your Book Marketing Strategies #73 https://kimstewartmarketing.com/73 Create a Guestcast to S...
Apr 26, 2024•17 min•Transcript available on Metacast Are you finding your schedule pack full of to-do’s as an author and always thinking “I don’t have time for THIS or THAT" to market my book? Or maybe you're having trouble just finding time to spend with God and in His Word on a consistent basis? Your heart will thank you for tuning in and hearing encouragement from my friend, and author, Mitzi Neely. Mitzi has self published several devotionals, cookbooks and magazines and her newest book, How to Find Spiritual Rest in a Chaotic World:...
Apr 19, 2024•34 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we're wrapping up this series on the power of private podcasting and I want to share some do’s and don’ts for hosting a private podcast as an author. RESOURCES MENTIONED: Hello Audio for private podcasting (try it out) https://kimstewartmarketing.com/helloaudio RELATED EPISODES: 12 Ways to Use a Private Podcast to Serve Your Target Readers #119 Marketing Your Private Podcast as a Podcast Host #120 Marketing Your Private Podcast as a Podcast Guest #121 Do these 4 things first before gu...
Apr 12, 2024•10 min•Transcript available on Metacast In episodes 118-120 of our series on private podcasting, we talked about ways you can use one to grow your audience, and how to market it as a podcast host. Now let’s talk about how to market your private podcast to potential listeners as a podcast guest. Hello Audio for private podcasting (try it out) https://kimstewartmarketing.com/helloaudio ☑️ START YOUR AUTHOR PODCAST CHECKLIST 🗓️ BOOK A STRATEGY SESSION FAVE PODCASTING RESOURCES: 🎙️ Microphone 🎧 Hosting (Buzzsprout) 🖥️ Recording/Editin...
Apr 05, 2024•8 min•Transcript available on Metacast In episodes 118 and 119, we talked about ways you can use a private podcast to grow your audience. Now let’s talk about how to market your private podcast to potential listeners. In this episode we'll talk about marketing a private podcast as a podcast host. Stay tuned, next episode we'll talk about marketing it as a podcast guest. Hello Audio for private podcasting (try it out) https://kimstewartmarketing.com/helloaudio ☑️ START YOUR AUTHOR PODCAST CHECKLIST 🗓️ BOOK A STRATEGY SESSIO...
Mar 29, 2024•14 min•Transcript available on Metacast Not ready to make the weekly commitment to host an ongoing show but DO want to use the power of podcasting to serve your target readers? Here's 12 ways authors can host a Private Podcast BEFORE and AFTER their book launch. Hello Audio for private podcasting (try it out) https://kimstewartmarketing.com/helloaudio RELATED EPISODES: Hosting a Private Podcast with Angie Baughman (#118) https://kimstewartmarketing.com/118 11 Ways to Host a Podcast (#72) https://kimstewartmarketing.com/72 ☑️ STAR...
Mar 22, 2024•15 min•Transcript available on Metacast I love when I receive guest pitches from listeners who know my audience well and have a topic to share that brings incredible value to you! Today my friend Angie Baughman is here to share about using a private podcast to connect with your readers and grow your email list. Angie hosts the Steady On podcast, she’s author of several Bible studies, and is a contributing author to the "Life Changing Stories” devotional compiled by Mary Rooney Armand of ButterflyLiving. We dive into: how a privat...
Mar 15, 2024•26 min•Transcript available on Metacast So who’s ready to finally launch your podcast and start serving your future readers? Let’s wrap up this mini series and talk about how to get your friends and followers excited about your podcast with ideas for your launch plan and content you can share with them before you launch your show. RELATED EPISODES: Using Instagram to Reach Your Target Readers #4 14 Ways to use Audiograms to Serve Your Readers #91 7 Ways to Market Your Book Through Collaborations #42 ☑️ START YOUR AUTHOR PODCAST CHECKL...
Mar 08, 2024•16 min•Transcript available on Metacast Now that you've set your podcasting goals and have your first 5 things in place, let's talk about what goes into your first few episodes, including your trailer. ☑️ START YOUR AUTHOR PODCAST CHECKLIST 🗓️ BOOK A STRATEGY SESSION FAVE PODCASTING RESOURCES: 🎙️ Microphone 🎧 Hosting (Buzzsprout) 🖥️ Recording/Editing (Descript) 📣 PodMatch (connecting hosts and guests) LET'S CONNECT: Instagram Linkedin Note : affiliate links may be included. I only share products I use that you will...
Mar 01, 2024•13 min•Transcript available on Metacast Last week we talked about seven reasons WHY you might want to start a podcast to build your author platform. Today, let’s talk about the first 5 things you need to start your podcast. Don't worry about taking notes, I have them for you here: How to Start a Podcast (the First Five Things You Need): https://kimstewartmarketing.com/115 ☑️ START YOUR AUTHOR PODCAST CHECKLIST 🗓️ BOOK A STRATEGY SESSION FAVE PODCASTING RESOURCES: 🎙️ Microphone 🎧 Hosting (Buzzsprout) 🖥️ Recording/Editing (Desc...
Feb 23, 2024•12 min•Transcript available on Metacast Are you exhausted running the rat race, fighting an algorithm, and trying to market your message without feeling gross? There’s gotta be a better way, right? Today I want to share 7 reasons WHY you might consider hosting a podcast to build your author platform. PAST EPISODES MENTIONED: 11 Ways to Host a Podcast (#72) Attract Publishers and Agents by Guesting on Podcasts (#85) Pitching to Guest on Podcasts as a First-Time Author (#68) Repurpose Your Podcast into a Book (#19) Why a blog is importa...
Feb 16, 2024•10 min•Transcript available on Metacast ☑️ START YOUR AUTHOR PODCAST CHECKLIST 🗓️ BOOK A STRATEGY SESSION FAVE PODCASTING RESOURCES: 🎙️ Microphone 🎧 Hosting (Buzzsprout) 🖥️ Recording/Editing (Descript) 📣 PodMatch (connecting hosts and guests) LET'S CONNECT: Instagram Linkedin Note : affiliate links may be included. I only share products I use that you will love! - Kim...
Feb 09, 2024•3 min•Transcript available on Metacast Do you struggle with perfectionism and finding balance while growing your author platform? Vivian Cumins, writer and podcaster, is here to share some Biblical inspiration and practical how-to’s for you! [7:19] Signs of perfectionism [16:34]: Achieving balance through Scripture [25:04] Building an audience and trusting God to guide your platform Tune in to gain wisdom and encouragement from Vivian's story and learn how to find balance in your own writing journey. RESOURCES MENTIONED: Vivian’...
Feb 06, 2024•28 min•Transcript available on Metacast How do you stand out to your readers in a unique way? With a flamingo advantage! Katie Hornor, host of the Flamingo Advantage podcast, and author of a slew of books including Faith Like Flamingos and The Flamingo Advantage , is here to share: why she chose flamingos for her brand What it means to have a flamingo advantage in YOUR OWN business or ministry How hosting a podcast (both audio and video) helps her (AND YOU) build your audience and market your books Her experience with PodMatch to conn...
Feb 01, 2024•19 min•Transcript available on Metacast Thinking about adding YouTube to your book marketing strategy in 2024? My guest Velma Knowles is here to share her experience. Velma is a leadership coach, author of The Valuable Leader , and host of the Your Leadership Chat podcast on YouTube. I couldn’t wait to talk to her about: [1:24] starting her podcast to help market her book [10:30] how she connects and collaborates with guests and as a podcast guest herself to land speaking engagements, and client and reader referrals [14:16] tips if yo...
Jan 30, 2024•19 min•Transcript available on Metacast Do you feel anxious when it comes to building your author platform? Are you comparing yourself to fellow authors? Robyn Graham, Christian Business Coach, and author of " You, Me, and Anxiety " is my guest today to share: How she defines a personal brand and why it’s important for authors Tips to overcome anxiety over growing your personal brand and platform Her experience publishing with Highlander Press, and How podcasting helps her (and you) build your audience Connect with Robyn: We...
Jan 25, 2024•25 min•Transcript available on Metacast Wondering how to grow your author platform while also honoring God as you balance work and family? Scott LaPierre is here to help! Scott is a pastor, host of Scott LaPierre Ministries podcast, and author of several self published and traditionally published books. Scott and I connected through the Podmatch service and I couldn’t wait to talk to him about: his book writing and publishing journey(s) how podcasting (as a host and guest) has helped him (and can help you) grow your author platform hi...
Jan 23, 2024•22 min•Transcript available on Metacast Wondering how you can get more readers to your blog in 2024? Not sure how you can figure out all this SEO stuff? You just want to write and reach more people to share God’s Word, right? Well help is here! My guest today is LeeAnn Fox, founder of Kingdom Bloggers, and host of the Kingdom Influencer podcast. LeeAnn is a genius at blogging and SEO and I couldn’t wait to talk to her about: What blogging is and isn’t and why it’s important for authors How SEO works on your blog to help reach a wider ...
Jan 18, 2024•33 min•Transcript available on Metacast Do you have other writers around you to offer a helping hand and cheer your message on? If not, you will love hearing about the Writer’s Bloc, a unique community for Christian writers, founded by my guest, Cara Ray. We talk about: Why you need an online community of fellow writers Cara’s journey to starting the Writer’s Bloc What makes the Writer’s Bloc unique How Cara collaborates with other writers in the community Resources mentioned: The Writer’s Bloc (free trial) The Seasons of Creativity r...
Jan 16, 2024•18 min•Transcript available on Metacast So grateful for you tuning in and praying for an abundance of blessings on you this holiday season! Happy Thanksgiving, Merry Christmas, and Happy New Year. See you back here on Tuesday, January 16. ❤️ Kim ☑️ START YOUR AUTHOR PODCAST CHECKLIST 🗓️ BOOK A STRATEGY SESSION FAVE PODCASTING RESOURCES: 🎙️ Microphone 🎧 Hosting (Buzzsprout) 🖥️ Recording/Editing (Descript) 📣 PodMatch (connecting hosts and guests) LET'S CONNECT: Instagram Linkedin Note : affiliate links may be included. I only ...
Nov 07, 2023•2 min•Transcript available on Metacast Do you struggle with how to really connect with your target readers on an emotional level? Want them to see that your content or book is just the resource they need? That's what we're learning today from my guest Lisa Schell, Brand Communications Consultant. Lisa shares about: Tapping into the "need beneath the need" that we often overlook; How to find just the right words to connect with readers; and How Jesus gives us a perfect example with his empathetic brand. CONNECT WIT...
Nov 02, 2023•25 min•Transcript available on Metacast How can you recognize God’s voice and direction on starting to write your book? Or market it without getting overwhelmed or it taking too much time from your writing? That's what we're talking about today with Michelle Layer Rahal, author of " Are You Listening? A Guide to Recognizing and Responding to God's Voice". Michelle also shares about her experience with short-form videos on Instagram to build her audience and how she works with writers like you as a writing coac...
Oct 31, 2023•29 min•Transcript available on Metacast With November bringing us Military Families Month and Veterans Day, I couldn't wait for you to hear about 101 Prayers for Military Wives, written by my sweet friend, Kristi Woods. Kristi shares what might surprise us about the day-to-day lives of military spouses, why prayer is SO important for military wives all year long, practical ways we can help support military families in our community, and of course, how she is marketing her book to get it in the hands of who God called her to write...
Oct 26, 2023•38 min•Transcript available on Metacast I’m sharing a special conversation with my friend Jeanette Tapley, when she hosted me for a Guest Teaching for the Hope Podcasters membership community. We talked all about building your audience and marketing your podcast. LET'S CONNECT: Hope Podcasters Community Jeanette Tapley ☑️ START YOUR AUTHOR PODCAST CHECKLIST 🗓️ BOOK A STRATEGY SESSION FAVE PODCASTING RESOURCES: 🎙️ Microphone 🎧 Hosting (Buzzsprout) 🖥️ Recording/Editing (Descript) 📣 PodMatch (connecting hosts and guests) LET&ap...
Oct 24, 2023•34 min•Transcript available on Metacast Launching a book in the near future? You will love today's episode with my friend Melanie Redd, author of Just Rest: A 90 Day Devotional Journal. Melanie is sharing encouragement and tips on the power of a small launch team, how she’s marketing her book one year after her launch, collaborating and being generous with your platform, and most importantly, finding time to rest while marketing your book. CONNECT WITH MELANIE: Just Rest Devotional Website ☑️ START YOUR AUTHOR PODCAST CHECKLIST �...
Oct 19, 2023•27 min•Transcript available on Metacast If fear is getting in your way of hosting or guesting on podcasts, you're in for a treat today! My guest today is my friend, Amy Debrucque, host of the Life on Purpose podcast and co-author of Embolden: Brave Steps to Help You Conquer Fears and Insecurities. Amy is sharing four ways to overcome your podcasting fears, and how hosting and guesting on podcastings has helped her build relationships that turned into some really cool collaborations with benefits that far exceeded marketing her bo...
Oct 17, 2023•28 min•Transcript available on Metacast I’m celebrating episode 100 with YOU in mind. I’ve asked some of my wise and generous podcasting friends to share some of their best tips with you whether you are thinking of starting a podcast, or already hosting one and need some inspiration to do things differently, or you're guesting on podcasts! Shoutout to my friends and be sure to check out their shows! Billie Jauss, The Family Room podcast Melinda Patrick, The Bridge Between Us podcast Ruth and Tim Olson, The Mr. and Mrs. Therapy po...
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