Behind The Curtain: Preparing For Your First Podcast Interview
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Interview Valet team member Kristen Nolan is put in the hot seat with Tom Schwab with a podcast interview walkthrough interview. Together they show a behind-the-scenes look at a mock interview so that first-time guests can go into their first guest appearance fully prepared.
They reveal what every guest should know before going into their first interview. From technical setup to content alignment, learn how these foundational steps can dramatically improve your recording experience and elevate your presence on a show.
Tom has appeared on over a thousand podcasts himself and has coached even more guests for their appearances. This conversation, sharing in his infinite wisdom is a must-list for all podcast guests to learn practical tips on discussing topics, formatting the show, and setting the stage for engaging and coherent conversations.
Timestamps From This Interview
[01:09] Technical podcast recording setup for guests to shine next to hosts.
[06:33] How guests can engage the host and audience through relatability and storytelling.
[12:08] Common mistakes to avoid like generic calls to action and newsletters.
[21:13] Podcasting aside, being a gracious guest.
[25:22] Making yourself memorable to connect with your audience.
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