Are podcast booking campaigns effective? — Max Novak // Novacast

Max Novak, Founder of Novacast, talks about how podcast booking campaigns create value for listeners and for brands. If you’ve ever considered podcast guesting as part of your marketing campaign, now is the time to act as podcasts offer numerous benefits for brands. By putting a member of your organization in the guest seat, you create a deeper connection with your audience that can't be achieved through a traditional marketing campaign. Today, Max discusses whether podcast booking campaigns are actually effective.
About the speaker

Max Novak

Novacast

 - Novacast

Max is the Founder of Novacast

Podcast Guest Training

Show Notes

  • 02:02
    The effectiveness of podcast booking campaigns in marketing
    Multiple podcast appearances are a lot more effective than one or two guest appearances for marketing success. Ultimately, the key is being consistent with appearances while prioritizing quality over quantity.
  • 02:51
    Engagement rates of large podcasts vs smaller podcasts
    Engagement rates tend to be higher on smaller podcasts due to their loyal audiences. While the size of the audience is important, building a thoughtful connection is key to successful marketing on both large and small platforms.
  • 04:15
    Factors to consider when planning a podcast guesting campaign
    It's crucial to first develop a compelling message and identify relevant podcasts to target. Other important factors to consider include any associated fees, the size and engagement of the host's social media, and their newsletter audience.
  • 05:33
    Evaluating the effectiveness of podcast guesting campaigns
    When evaluating podcast guesting campaigns, it's important to have conversations with the client to understand their brand and investment goals. Measuring the success of the campaign involves measurable metrics like content views and non-measurable aspects like credibility.
  • 07:14
    How to make a big impact when appearing on a podcast
    Focus on providing value to the audience by sharing what you've learned, rather than just talking about yourself. Have a clear call to action and make it easy for listeners to take the next step, such as visiting your website or downloading a free resource.
  • 09:04
    The relationship between podcast guesting and marketing campaigns
    The effectiveness of a podcast guesting campaign is dependent on an existing and ongoing marketing campaign. Podcasts add value to existing marketing strategies as they promote brand awareness and provide organic content that can be repurposed on social media.

Quotes

  • "Over time, I saw that 1, 2, 3 bookings weren't very effective. So, that's why I really started crafting guesting campaigns of six to 12 podcast guest appearances." -Max Novak, Founder, Novacast

  • "The bigger the podcast, the lower the engagement rate or the more difficult it becomes." -Max Novak, Founder, Novacast

  • "I've seen people with newsletters of 50,000 people who have less revenue from that newsletter than people with newsletters with 5000 people." -Max Novak, Founder, Novacast

  • "The first thing I'll tell my clients is, really try to sell a conversation, not what you've done over your lifetime." -Max Novak, Founder, Novacast

  • "Where do you want people to go after they've listened to your episode? You want to convert listeners into potential buyers if you're selling something. So, it's really finding the right call to action." -Max Novak, Founder, Novacast

  • "With podcasting, you get the best of both worlds. You create content, you can create brand awareness, and you can speak your message in an organic way." -Max Novak, Founder, Novacast

About the speaker

Max Novak

Novacast

 - Novacast

Max is the Founder of Novacast

Podcast Guest Training

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