#62 | Intro Mistakes That Guarantee Low Podcast Engagement & Retention Time (Podcasting Growth, Marketing & Monetization Tips)
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Show Notes
Want to know how to instantly lose a new listener with your podcast intro?
Join us in this episode as we break down the common mistakes podcasters make with their intros that can turn listeners away.
Intros are a crucial part of your podcast; they set the tone and hook your audience.
However, a poorly crafted intro can do more harm than good.
By reflecting on our own experiences and those of our clients, we've identified key intro pitfalls that can deter listeners.
So that in this episode you will discover:
- The downside of starting your podcast with lengthy, unengaging jingles or music that can test your listeners' patience.
- Why overly detailed guest bios or rambling personal stories can cause listeners to lose interest quickly.
- How to craft a compelling intro that immediately communicates the value of the episode, engaging your audience from the start.
Use this as a way to review your podcast's current intro against our checklist.
Are you inadvertently repelling listeners?
If you're ready to find out what not to do when it comes to attracting and engaging listeners with your podcast intro, scroll up and press play.
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APPLE:
https://podcastsconnect.apple.com/ - to analytics
SPOTIFY:
https://podcasters.spotify.com - even if you don’t host your show with
Spotify For Podcasters, you can claim the show on there to view
specifically your Spotify downloads and retention time
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This podcast is for entrepreneurs to learn proven podcasting audience growth, marketing & monetization tips & strategies including data-driven SEO, guesting, and social media strategy. You'll learn how to grow and monetize faster, get more listeners and engagement, increase downloads, attract more subscribers, clients or sponsors, and turn your show into a revenue-generating platform.
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