Q + A | Why Imitating Top Hosts is Hurting Your Podcast Growth

Insider Secrets to a Top 100 Podcast | Podcasting, Marketing, Psychology

If watching other successful hosts and imitating what they do was the secret to a successful podcast, then everyone who's mirrored another successful host would have a Top 100 podcast… and we both know that's not the case.

But how exactly *do* you steer clear of the Podcast Comparison Trap when it feels like other podcasts are the only benchmark for measuring your show's success?

In this eye-opening episode of Listener Q + A, we’ll unpack why the Podcast Comparison Trap happens, the 5 telltale signs that listeners are overlooking your show, and how embracing your own expertise and distinct voice will help you position your show to stand out amidst the noise of the crowded podcasting landscape.

Ready to step out of the shadows of comparison and step boldly into the spotlight as an in-demand podcast host? Hit play and let's dive in.

1:07 - Why Imitating Top Hosts is Hurting Your Podcast Growth

4:06 - The Real Reason Your Podcast Isn't Growing

6:49 - 5 Telltale Red Flags Your Podcast Is Blending In

12:05 - How to Escape the Podcast Comparison Trap for Faster Growth

17:24 - The Surprising Shift That Helps Others Value You as an Expert

Special thanks to Beth Schillaci, host of Travel Beyond the Guidebook, for submitting today's question!

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