Q + A | Can’t Break 100 Downloads an Episode? Let’s Fix That

If you’ve been told that sharing your podcast on social media will grow your audience—spoiler alert—it won’t. And if you’ve been stuck at the same download count despite posting, guesting, and promoting your show, this episode will show you why.

We’re busting the biggest misconceptions about podcast growth, including why consistency alone won’t build your audience (and what will), why guesting on bigger podcasts doesn’t guarantee more listeners, and the one thing you must have in place before any marketing strategy will actually work.

So if you’re tired of posting, promoting, and hoping for the best (and you're ready to see a real ROI from your podcast), hit play and let's dive in.

0:02 - Why Posting on Social Media Won’t Grow Your Podcast (And What to Do Instead)

1:42 - Why Guesting on Big Podcasts Won’t Magically Bring You Listeners

4:25 - The Real Reason Your Podcast Isn’t Growing (That Has Nothing to Do With Promotion)

7:16 - The 3 Podcast Growth Triggers That Actually Bring in New Listeners

12:28 - How to Get Your Podcast Discovered Without Spending Extra Time or Money

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