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Why Your Podcast Website is a Ghost Town: The Truth Hurts

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Let's dig into the whirlwind of podcasting realities where we chat about how many podcasters seem to think that just slapping a website together is like waving a magic wand for traffic.

The problem is - it’s not.

I mean, if only it were that easy, right? Just like the classic movie 'Field of Dreams' where they thought building the field would bring the players, our podcasters think that creating a website will bring in the listeners.

But no one’s showing up for the party unless you have a plan! So, in this gem of an episode, I break down the nitty-gritty of why traffic doesn’t just magically appear and what you can do to change that sad little narrative. We talk about organic search, SEO, social media engagement, and the importance of having a solid content strategy.

Seriously, your site should be the hub of your podcast universe, not just a lonely outpost in the middle of nowhere. Let’s get those listeners clicking and engaging, and maybe, just maybe, you’ll be one of those success stories we all love to hear about!

Takeaways:

  • Just having a website for your podcast won’t magically bring traffic; it’s like expecting pizza to show up just because you ordered it.
  • Podcasters often think traffic will come from their website alone, but it’s really a game of SEO and marketing, folks!
  • To boost your website traffic, focus on organic search and engage on social media—shocking, I know!
  • You need a strategy for your show notes; they shouldn’t read like a robot wrote them, or Google will just yawn.
  • Creating valuable content is key; if your show notes make people feel like they’re studying for a test, you’re doing it right!
  • Don't forget, Google loves EAT: Expertise, Authoritativeness, and Trustworthiness—because who doesn’t want to be the cool kid on the block?

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Let's dig into the whirlwind of podcasting realities where we chat about how many podcasters seem to think that just slapping a website together is like waving a magic wand for traffic.

The problem is - it’s not.

I mean, if only it were that easy, right? Just like the classic movie 'Field of Dreams' where they thought building the field would bring the players, our podcasters think that creating a website will bring in the listeners.

But no one’s showing up for the party unless you have a plan! So, in this gem of an episode, I break down the nitty-gritty of why traffic doesn’t just magically appear and what you can do to change that sad little narrative. We talk about organic search, SEO, social media engagement, and the importance of having a solid content strategy.

Seriously, your site should be the hub of your podcast universe, not just a lonely outpost in the middle of nowhere. Let’s get those listeners clicking and engaging, and maybe, just maybe, you’ll be one of those success stories we all love to hear about!

Takeaways:

  • Just having a website for your podcast won’t magically bring traffic; it’s like expecting pizza to show up just because you ordered it.
  • Podcasters often think traffic will come from their website alone, but it’s really a game of SEO and marketing, folks!
  • To boost your website traffic, focus on organic search and engage on social media—shocking, I know!
  • You need a strategy for your show notes; they shouldn’t read like a robot wrote them, or Google will just yawn.
  • Creating valuable content is key; if your show notes make people feel like they’re studying for a test, you’re doing it right!
  • Don't forget, Google loves EAT: Expertise, Authoritativeness, and Trustworthiness—because who doesn’t want to be the cool kid on the block?

Links referenced in this episode:


Mentioned in this episode:

Unlock Exclusive Insights: Subscribe to 'Podcasting Observations' Newsletter!

Get insights into the world of podcasting like never before with "Podcasting Observations," your go-to source for trends, tips, and transformative insights tailored just for podcasters. Each issue of our newsletter offers a glimpse into what's shaping the podcast landscape, with actionable advice to boost your podcasting journey. You also get a glimpse "behind the scenes" and bonus content from the School of Podcasting. Go to www.podcastingobservations.com

Podcasting Observations


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OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy
  continue reading

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