The Company Show

If you’re struggling with getting podcast hosts to accept you as a guest, this is something that you wouldn’t want to miss! On this episode of The Company Show, we’re joined by Kris Ward—a master in guest pitching (among other things). How is she a master, you ask? She developed a guest pitching strategy with an 80% acceptance rate. Kris Ward is a systems person to her bones and has built a compan...

There will be days that you have an episode due to meet your production deadlines, but no guest lined up and no real idea of what to talk about. This is an unenviable position to be in, but we’re all there from time to time. In a perfect world, you’ll have plenty of runway for episodes going into the future by a couple of weeks, or evergreen shows ready to be inserted at the drop of a hat. But we...

Something that we know from the State of Business Podcasting Report is that the vast majority of business podcasts post their episodes to YouTube, and most do live-action videos. One of the reasons? YouTube has a powerful and effective discovery algorithm - something that no audio-based platform has been able to replicate. Podcasts can now be found, in most countries, as a part of YouTube Music, a...

A really solid Search Engine Optimization strategy for podcast show notes can easily be pushed to the back burner within a marketing strategy. Sometimes they’re an afterthought, sometimes they’re on the perpetual to-do list, and sometimes they’re not really considered at all. Personally, I’ll confess that my intentions around show notes optimization often exceeds the bandwidth we can devote to the...

In 2021, we developed the Business Podcast Blueprints: four high-level podcast archetypes that inform the different strategic decisions that need to be made about a new show. Thought Leadership Audience Engagement Relationship Building Content In this episode, we’ll revisit the different blueprints and the ways you can leverage those types of podcasts in your company. We’re going deep into what me...

Podcasting for business involves a lot of tasks, information, and assets—requiring coordination with guests and team members. While it may be tempting to do everything on your own, it's not efficient or practical. And when you find that existing team members can't handle certain tasks, outsourcing to third-party service providers, such as virtual assistants (VAs) or production houses, should be at...

Why You Should Consider Starting a Podcast Network There are many strategies you can employ to increase the reach of your show—cross promotions, episode swaps, paid traffic and ads, guest posting, being a podcast guest etc. But if you’re serious about growth and up for the challenge, going from a single show to a network can dramatically expand your reach. On this week’s episode, The Compliance Ev...

There are a lot of really, really smart people in this industry and I rarely have an interview that I don’t learn something from. The single biggest benefit of having a podcast, in my opinion, is getting to know more of them. Join me in the first official episode of the newly rebranded The Company Show (formerly The Business Podcast Blueprint Show), as I reflect on valuable lessons learned from in...

Welcome to a new phase in the life of this podcast. Up until now, we’ve been the "Business Podcast Blueprint Show." And the business podcast blueprints are an important part of how we think about and help people achieve, effective podcasting. They represent the key high level archetypes for company podcasts - the prime directives that inform all of the other strategic decisions: Thought Leadership...

As I reflect on the first-ever video season of the Business Podcast Blueprint Show, I'm convinced that video really is the future of podcasting. This season, we've explored the value and importance of video with the foremost experts in the field. After experiencing the mental and time burden that video production adds to the process, however, I've come to the realization that video podcasting may...

Are you ready to unlock the true potential of audio in your business? In this episode of the Business Podcast Blueprint Show, I sit down with voice actress and audio branding expert, Jodi Krangle, to discuss the importance of audio branding and how it can enhance your podcast's overall impact. From creating music to understanding the power of voice and sound, Jodi shares her insights on making a m...

Are you considering advertising on your podcast? If so, you're not alone. Many podcasters are interested in monetizing their content through ads, but how do you do it effectively? On this episode of the Business Podcast Blueprint Show, I interview Heather Osgood, founder of True Native Media, about how to structure podcast episodes for effective ads. Heather explains why podcasting is such an effe...

Have you ever thought about how to take your podcasting strategy to the next level? With video becoming increasingly important in podcasting, it's essential to understand how to make your content stand out in a sea of information. That's why I'm thrilled to have Atiba de Souza as this week's guest on the Business Podcast Blueprint Show. Atiba has been working in search and SEO since the 90s and ha...

Are you struggling with optimizing your audio setup for your podcast? If so, you're not alone. On this episode of the Business Podcast Blueprint Show, I talk to Junaid Ahmed, an expert in home audio and video setup. Junaid shares his tips on how to optimize your recording space, troubleshoot audio issues, and pick the right microphone for your needs.  Junaid Ahmed is an expert in podcasting, voice...

Are you a podcaster looking to take your interview game to the next level? Look no further! In today's episode, we're diving deep into the world of guest management with podcasting expert, Jason Cercone. From booking guests to creating a comfortable environment for them, Jason shares his top tips for conducting engaging and informative interviews in this episode of the Business Podcast Blueprint S...

Chris Weiher, an experienced video producer, joins Megan Dougherty to lay out the pros and cons of podcasting and vlogging to settle once and for all - should your podcasts be on video? They're digging into all of the different ways multi-media content can impact your business and seeing which platform comes out on top. "If you're going to spend an hour recording your voice, talking about somethin...

Our goal at One Stone Creative and the Business Podcast Blueprint Show is to help companies harness the power of podcasting. In this episode, I sit down with the amazing Paula Thomas, host of Let's Talk Loyalty. We chat about sponsorship and partnerships and the importance of beginning with the end in mind. Paula Thomas is the mastermind behind Let's Talk Loyalty, a top 5% podcast globally accordi...

We’re back for season 3 of the Business Podcast Blueprint Show! My first guest this season is my business partner, Audra Casino, and we’re going to dive into the crucial aspect of podcasting that often goes overlooked - show structure. Audra and I are going to talk about the structure of a podcast episode and how it affects the listener's experience and the success of the podcast. Audra is an expe...

I quite frequently swear that when this project is finished, I'm going to take a nice break and spend some time resting and reflecting. I'm generally a dirty liar, but not this year. This December, I'm doing my best to make an honest woman out of myself and spend more time reflecting and gently planning the next year. It's not what I'd call easy, but I do suspect it's going to be worthwhile. This...

This week’s guest, Desmond Dixon, is CEO of Remote Sales Manager, co-founder of Hubalz, and host of the Campfire Capitalism Podcast. Desmond is a world-traveling, sales team-building entrepreneur who loves connecting like-minded people together. Today, Desmond shares his story as we discuss how podcasting can help you network and build relationships and his strategy for having valuable conversatio...

Since 2020 we've been looking at the top 100 business podcasts to find out what they're doing with their shows and what we can learn from them. We discussed this year's results during last week's Podcasting for Business Conference, and are sharing that examination today on the Business Podcast Blueprint Show. Tune in to hear Tom and I explore: The State of Business Podcasting report is a collectio...

This week’s guest, Fatima Zaidi, is CEO and founder of Quill Inc, a full-service podcasting hosting platform and production agency. Fatima supports brands in launching their podcast and helps global brands and pro-podcasters distribute, grow, and measure their audio as founder and CEO of CoHost. Today, we’re discussing how podcasts can be used to serve business objectives, the importance of divers...

Humans think and understand the world through stories and narratives. Creating those stories is one of the best ways to get our messages across effectively as podcasters. A few weeks ago, our client and long-time friend, Gini Dietrich of the Spin Sucks Podcast, released an episode about how to become a better storyteller. Spin Sucks is your one-stop shop for modern communications - an independent...

This week’s guest, Dina Behrman, is a former journalist turned PR strategist and publisher. Dina works with entrepreneurs who want to inspire millions, skyrocket their visibility and attract more clients. Today we’re talking about her publishing company and the collaborative books that she creates with entrepreneurs and experts from around the world, as well as how to feel comfortable putting your...

One of the things I love most about podcasting is the way you can use it as a vehicle to make connections - something that is very important in the world of business. This week’s guest, Tom Fox, is my partner-in-crime for our upcoming Podcasting for Business Conference. Tom is hailed as the Voice of Compliance, serving and evangelizing for the compliance community for over 15 years. He is the foun...