Welcome back to learn to podcast the
show that would teach you everything

you need to know to create, grow,
and monetize a successful podcast.

I'm your host, Scott Wyden Kivowitz.

In this episode, we're going to
talk about growing your audience.

This includes leveraging social
media and other platforms

collaborating with other podcasters
and engaging with your audience.

Social media is a great way
to connect with potential

listeners and promote your show.

You can use social media to share
teasers and excerpts from your

episodes, run contests and giveaways
and engage with your audience.

Here are a few tips for leveraging
social media to grow your audience.

Be active on social media posts
regularly and engage with your audience.

Use relevant hashtags that can
help you reach a wider audience.

Run contests and giveaways.

These are great ways to generate
excitement and attract new listeners.

Collaborate with other podcasters is
a great way to retain new audience.

It's also a great way to
cross promote your show.

You can collaborate by interviewing
each other, co-hosting episodes

or participating in joint events.

Here are a few tips for
collaborating with other podcasters.

Reach out to podcasters in your niche.

Find podcasters who have a
similar audience to yours.

Be specific about what you're looking for.

Let the podcast know what you
hope to achieve by collaborating.

Be flexible.

Be willing to work with the
podcast or to find a collaboration

that works for both of you.

Now, engaging with your audience is also
essential for building a loyal following.

You can engage with your audience
by responding to comments on social

media, participating in online
forums and hosting live events.

Here are a few tips for
engaging with your audience.

Be responsive.

Respond to comments and questions
from your audience in a timely manner.

Be helpful.

Be willing to answer questions and
provide support to your listeners.

And be friendly.

Be welcoming and approachable
to your listeners.

There are many ways to
grow your podcast audience.

By leveraging social media and other
platforms collaborating with other

podcasters and engaging with your
audience, you can build a loyal following

and achieve your podcasting goals.

Thank you for listening.

And I wish you all the best.

In your podcasting journey.