Delaware Blogger Podcast

In this episode #266 of the Delaware Blogger Podcast I am talking about ways to improve creativity in podcasting whether it's writing show notes or recording an episode. To create a successful podcasting series you need to work on something that will be able to spark the imagination of your listener and affect their emotions, since you won't be using visual aides, like used in videos or...

In this episode of the Delaware Blogger Podcast , I provide 5 reasons why you would want to start a podcast if you are a professional business owner. Creating a podcast can be one of your greatest marketing tools, as opposed to other forms like social media and print media such as newsletters, magazine and newspaper advertisements. 1. Improve Brand Recognition 2. Attract an Audience 3. Build Trust...

In this episode of Podcasting for Pre-Teens Part 2, I covered pointers that included: Creating a Podcast Calendar Branding Your Podcast Recording Your Episodes Editing Your Episodes Promoting Your Podcast Creating a content calendar is a good idea as it helps you to stay organized and ensures that you have topics to discuss each week.  When life happens you should also have episodes in the bucket...

Welcome to episode #262 of the Delaware Blogger Podcast - Podcasting for Pre-Teens  Part 1 Today I talked about my experience teaching a few pre-teens how to start a podcast at the Young Entrepreneurs Academy sponsored by Ignite Leadership 260. During this 1-day training session, we talked about first steps in starting a podcast which included: Knowing Your Why Choosing a Podcast Topic Choosing a...

In this episode of The Delaware Blogger Podcast I share the breakdown of how much it costs to start a podcast which is $0! Yes, if you have a computer and a Smartphone, you can begin a podcast for zero dollars .  Although you will probably want to upgrade your equipment as you grow your podcast, you shouldn't spend anything until you know that you are in it for the long haul. To give you an i...

In this Part 2 of Tips on How to Grow Your Show on the Delaware Blogger Podcast, I provide  few more tips from the previous episode which include: Invite guests onto your show Be Patient - Don't Podfade after 7 episodes Join groups and forums Turn episodes into blog posts Share articles on Medium and LinkedIn Add links to previous episodes on your blog/website Create a new graphic for each ep...

Starting a show may be simple but growing your show may be a bit more difficult. In this episode of the Delaware Blogger Podcast we are talking about 4 ways in which to grow your show including: Know Who You Are Talking To Spend Less Time Editing and More Time Promoting Your Show Be a Guest on Other Podcasts Engage With Your Listeners Listen and share with your family, friends, bae and boo too if...

"If people like you, they will listen to you, but if they trust you, they'll do business with you."  - Zig Ziglar Power of Podcasting Your Personal Brand Branding used to be just for big businesses, it’s now also for your personal brand especially if you are an entrepreneur or even a solopreneur. Personal brands are just as important when it comes to connecting with your target mark...

This episode is an update to a previous show - 5 Podcasting Pointers So whether or not you are just starting a podcast or are a seasoned pro - check out these 5 Podcasting Pointers; to hear ways in which to promote your podcast, and after listening, please feel free to leave a few of your own. 1) Find and Follow Your Audience - find your audience and then promote your podcast on the platform in wh...

How Long Should A Podcast Episode Be? This has been such a frequently asked question, that I decided to address it again in this episode of the Delaware Blogger Podcast. Once you have decided to start a podcast; you’ve chosen a title, topic and your description and you may even have your equipment and are ready to get into the closets to start recording. However, one of the biggest questions you m...

Yes...Yes...Yes!  Clubhouse is now available to Android users and although I previously signed up using my iPad, I am now happy that I can access the app via my Smartphone.  In case you wish to follow me, you know I am @delawareblogger I have created a room, "Podcasting Your Purpose" and last Sunday was the launch, however, it was only me and 2 others who joined in, we shared a few socia...

On Tuesday, May 4th, I presented at PodFest 2021 Masterclass Online Summit , Social Media Growth 101 - Podcast Promotion via Social Media Whether or not you are a newbie or a veteran podcaster, promotion is by far the biggest pain point for most hosts.  With over 60 social media platforms to choose from there’s no doubt that your ideal audience is out there, ready to engage with you and your conte...

Hello and welcome to the Delaware Blogger Podcast, Episode #254, today I am talking about how to start a podcast without spending a fortune. Now it doesn’t matter whether you are an entrepreneur, solopreneur, freelancer, a 9-5 employee or even a SAHM/SAHM, you may have thought about starting a podcast. Perhaps you have a passion or a hobby that you wish to share with others, are considered an expe...

In this episode of the Delaware Blogger podcast I once again talk about why podcasting has become a very powerful medium for not only rich and famous politicians such as Barack Obama or comedians such as Dave Chappell; Talk Show hosts Oprah Winfrey or even actors and actresses such as Demi Moore and Dennis Quaid but for the many reasons listed below : Push -vs- Pull Marketing Intimate and involved...

Let’s face it, first impressions are lasting impressions and your podcast cover art is the first thing potential new listeners see when they come across your show. First impressions are important so you want to have a simple, yet eye-catching design that works as well at the size of a postage stamp as well as on a large desktop screen. Also, please note that you need cover art in order to submit y...

Podcasting a Marketing Tool For Your Business When you have decided to start a podcast for your business, remember, it should be an extension of your brand, not a replacement of your brand. Concept/Topic When starting a podcast for your business you should always start with a concept, topic or niche.  What is your podcast going to be about?  Will it be about the product and services that you offer...

Today, I had an opportunity to interview Rosemarie Lori in the new podcasting studio opening at Helping One More Entrepreneur in Middletown, Delaware.  It was an impromptu, unscheduled, off-the-cuff chat, and the first in "Blake's Booth Podcasting Studio" which officially launches on April 8th. Rosemarie Lori is a Client Advocate and Volunteer at Adore Hope as well as a mental healt...

Hello and welcome to episode #250 of the Delaware Blogger Podcast  I am super excited - over the top excited for the launch of Blake’s Booth Podcasting Studio coming to H.O.M.E launching on April 8th. In addition to the Inaugural Event on the 8th at 10:00 am, there will be a 2nd event in the evening from 5:30-8:30 pm on the 15th of April. If you are local, make sure to register at www.helpingentre...

One of the biggest challenges a podcast host has is getting more ears to their show, wanting to get a lot of downloads so that it not only feeds their egos, but may also feed their pockets. However, listeners are not too keen on paying for a podcast or even buying a cup of coffee or donating to your show.  As there are over 1 million published podcast shows, listeners feel that they should be free...

Hello, and welcome to another episode of the Delaware Blogger Podcast   here on Anchor FM.  It has definitely been a tremendous week on and off the mic, and I want to give a special shout out to Ann Hlabangana-Clay, a mentee and fellow podcast host of “Coaching You Through All Things Education” as well as to the owners of HOME, Helping One More Entrepreneur who have been very supportive of me and...

Coming Soon to Middletown, DE - "Blake's Booth Podcasting Studio" Mark your calendar to join us at the launch of "Blake's Booth Podcasting Studio" at H.O.M.E. - Helping One More Entrepreneur located at 108 Patriot Drive, Suite A., Middletown, DE 19709  www.thehomellc.com The podcasting studio is a perfect place for you to record your own show or to learn how to begin...

Creating a Binge Listening Podcast - Episode # 247 Podcast creation is becoming very popular and it’s HOT - but so is listening to podcasts too!  People are boasting about and promoting on their social media platforms about how they are bingeing on podcasts.  Podcasting bingeing is actually better than "Chillaxin with Netflix", sitting on a sofa with ice cream and consuming content when...

Hey You Need a CTA!  Yes you do! CTA's are vital, they tell listeners what to do next or how to connect to you. A call-to-action, or CTA, is a marketing term referring to a piece of content, such as an image, a button or a line of text, intended to prompt users to perform a specific action. Why is a CTA important? Strategic calls-to-action (CTAs) can help you guide your visitors through the b...

Sponsor relationships can be beneficial for everyone involved, but they’re not required to be a successful or profitable podcast. Podcasts are great when you want to earn a little extra income, but it also requires a little extra work. If you put in the time to find quality sponsors, instead of just any sponsor, you’ll enjoy the rewards of satisfied listeners and put a little extra cash in your po...

Congratulations, you haven’t faded away after the 7th episode of your podcast show which is more commonly known as “podfade”! You are now you are ready for the big time – bring on those sponsors because you are ready to Pitch Your Podcast for Profit ! Sponsorships are a great way to monetize your podcast by getting paid to promote a product, brand or service. Statistically speaking, nearly two-thi...