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In this episode we talk about how to prepare to be a guest on podcasts. Learn why it's important to have your house in order before you start pitching to hosts and how to make a great impression.Equipment mentionedLogitech c920 WebcamBlue Yeti Microphone Experts mentionedMonkeynut AudiobooksGet in Touch with Victoria BennionGet in Touch with Victoria BennionLearn more about us: https://thebestpodcastguest.co.uk/Download our free Podcast Guest Starter Kit: https://thebestpodcastguest.co.uk/podcast-guest-starter-kit/Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebestpodcastguestJoin the Best Podcast Guest Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebestpodcastguestSubscribe to our YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@victoriabennionConnect with Victoria on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoriabennion/TranscriptWelcome to this week’s episode of the podcast where we’re going to talk about the ground work you need to do before you embark on a podcast interview strategy. We’ve already talked about how to pitch to podcasts but before you even get to that stage you need to carry out an audit of your online presence.This is so important because the first thing a podcast host will do when they receive your pitch is check the links to your website, socials or just straight up Google you, before they decide whether or not to book you. Hosts are often busy running businesses and won’t take long to decide if you’re a good fit or not. You need to make sure they like what they see.So number one, Review your online presenceGo on do it now. Pull up your website. How does it look? Is it modern and clean looking or is it dated and clunky? What does it say about you and your brand? Your website is your shop window. If it could be better stop here. This is what you want to focus on before approaching podcast hosts.And if you don’t have a website now would be a good time to create one. No, it’s not essential if there’s somewhere else you have a strong presence like a social media channel for example where you can direct people but I’d urge you consider setting up your own website because it’s something you have control over, unlike social media which you don’t own.Websites don’t have to cost a fortune. There are some reasonably priced designers or you can do it yourself. The WordPress theme divi is user friendly with great support and there are other options such as Squarespace or Wix just to name a few. Next look at your presence on social mediaDo your social media channels reflect your brand? Do they need to be cleaned up? Do any posts need to be...
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