Since I travel a lot, the Samson Q2U is my go-to microphone because it\'s an easy plug & play and it comes with a pouch that stores easily. I think the quality of the mic is exceptional given the price point ($75-80 USD), and the only way I\'d move to another mic is if I set up a home studio where I recorded on a regular basis. But as a digital nomad, nothing beats this mic!
They all have good sound quality and pickup. I use them for my hosts and my guests as well. They sounds amazing and I recommend them on top of Shure. Samsons are also sold at very affordable prices for the podcasters who are a budget.
I use a Shure microphone, which I purchased from an electronics store. I absolutely love it—it captures my voice with exceptional clarity and effectively minimizes background noise. It definitely does its job well!
Statistically, Apple Podcasts is king. I live in Korea these days, and very few people use Spotify. iPhones are still popular here (despite Samsung\'s dominance over everything here), but if someone doesn\'t have an iPhone, I just direct them to my Buzzsprout website and they can pick an app or listen there.
I love Spotify better, because they are publish your episodes within minutes as opposed to Apple which waits almost several hours to publish your episodes and also takes forever to show ratings which is frustrating when you know people submit their podcast ratings and you have no idea how many days it will be published. I also like Spotify better, because of their
Like most podcasters, I know that once a show is on a hosting service, it streams everywhere. I’ve used Apple as a benchmark for success, but I also know I have a strong presence on Spotify. Ultimately, I’m happy wherever my audience finds me. This year, I’d love to start using Spotify’s video feature and plan to incorporate it into my release process.
I’ve explored various monetization methods for my show, including sponsorships and partnerships. However, my most profitable approach has been charging a fee for guest appearances. I offer different levels of exposure, and this has proven to be my biggest revenue generator.
Your network = your net worth. You don\'t need a large social media following. If you provide quality content and value to your listeners and you engage with them, they\'ll share your podcast with others. If you\'re in it for the long haul, start a LinkedIn newsletter and repurpose your content there. If you\'re willing to pay for advertisements, Podcast Addict has reasonable promo rates. But the best way to grow a new podcast is to bring on guests who also provide value for your listeners. Ask them to share your conversation with their audience. Tag them on social media. Stay engaged with them after the interview ends. Don\'t let it become a one-night stand.
I think TikTok is the best platform on social media platform for podcasters. I tried Instagram and it sucks. a lot of words!
I actively use Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and TikTok to promote my brand, along with leveraging my email list through newsletters. Aside from my website, I haven’t focused much on SEO for Google rankings. However, I believe consistency is key to building visibility in any space. I also attend numerous networking events, constantly promoting my brand and connecting with people. Growing a show and establishing a strong brand takes dedication, and I’m always willing to put in the work.
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