Let's chat about the biggest red flag when it comes to podcast guests: the obsession with audience size. Seriously, if the first thing a potential guest wants to know is how many downloads your show gets, it’s a major warning sign. It’s like they’re only interested in what they can milk out of your audience, rather than the value they can bring. Today I look at why that’s a total turn-off and how the best guests focus on delivering value instead of just self-promotion. We also share some hilarious stories about awkward guest interactions, and trust me, you’ll be cringing and laughing at the same time. It’s a wild ride through the absurdity of podcasting dynamics that’ll have you shaking your head in disbelief.Takeaways:<ul><li> Bad podcast guests often only care about their own promotion and not yours. </li><li> When looking for podcast guests, focus on whether they can add value to your audience. </li><li> The first question from a guest shouldn't be about your audience size, it's a huge red flag. </li><li> A good guest will want to know about your audience, not just how big it is. </li><li> Building relationships after interviews is key; don’t let it be a one-off thing. </li><li> Grow your influence through solo shows and your network through interviews, that’s the game. </li></ul> Links referenced in this episode:<ul><li><a href="https://supportthisshow.com/podmatch" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">podmatch.com</a></li><li><a href="https://supportthisshow.com/podcastguests" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">podcastguests.com</a></li><li><a href="https://www.schoolofpodcasting.com/join" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">schoolofpodcasting.com</a></li></ul> Mentioned in this episode:Is Your Podcast Not Growing?Struggling to grow your podcast beyond friends and family? You're not alone. I've been there too.
That's why I created "10 Proven Strategies to Grow Your Podcast Audience" - a free guide packed with actionable techniques that have helped countless podcasters expand their reach and build loyal listener communities.
Stop guessing what works. These are battle-tested methods used by top podcasters who speak to engaged audiences every week.
Head to schoolofpodcasting.com/10tips now and download the free guide because your podcast deserves to be heard.<a href="https://your-podcast-consultant.captivate.fm/tentips">10 Tips</a> This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy

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