Streamlined Podcaster: Tips to Help Solo Podcasters Save Time and Create Great Content Red Flags: When "Podcast Invites" Are Actually Sales Calls in Disguise
Have you ever been invited on a podcast only for it to be turned into a sales call? Yeah, me too. And it's getting worse.
In this episode, I break down the sneaky tactics some "podcasters" use to get you on what they claim is an interview, but is really just a thinly veiled attempt to pitch you their services. From deleting your episode when you refuse to buy, to publishing 5 episodes a day with bathroom-quality audio, these red flags are easier to spot once you know what to look for.
I'll share real examples from my own experience (including the guy who pitched me SEO services right after asking "did you have fun today?") and give you the exact questions I ask to weed out these fake opportunities before wasting your time.
🎯 Major red flags covered:
- Repeatedly mentioning "no cost" to be on the show
- Super vague topics like "the future of [your name]"
- Publishing 3-5 interviews daily with multiple hosts
- Target audience that matches their ideal customer profile
💡 Bonus tips from the community:
- What Krystal and Jeff noticed about fake shows
- How to respond without missing real opportunities
- Why "thousands of downloads" doesn't mean what they think it means
🤔 Ever been bamboozled by a fake podcast invite? Share your story at streamlinedfeedback.com!