ECOMMERCE

MARKETING Podcast

How to Utilize the 1 Billion Dollar Podcast Market – with Jeremy Slate

In this episode of the E-Commerce Marketing Podcast, host Arlen Robinson interviews Jeremy Ryan Slate, host of the Create Your Own Life Podcast and CEO of Command Your Brand. Jeremy shares his journey from studying theology to becoming a successful podcaster and PR agency co-founder. The discussion covers leveraging the $1 billion podcast market to grow your business, with insights on starting a podcast, content creation, monetization strategies, and effective promotion techniques.

Key Takeaways

  • Introduction and Background ([00:01] – [01:42])
    • Jeremy Ryan Slate’s diverse educational background and journey to podcasting.
    • Overview of his career and achievements, including his top-rated podcast and PR agency.
  • Evolution of Podcasts ([01:42] – [02:38])
    • Growth of the podcast industry from 2014 to present, with millions of shows available.
    • Shift from legacy media to on-demand content consumption.
  • Podcasting and Consumer Behavior ([02:38] – [05:30])
    • Differences between traditional media consumption and podcast listening habits.
    • Importance of long-form content in engaging and educating audiences.
  • Jeremy’s Transition to Podcasting ([05:30] – [08:55])
    • Jeremy’s personal journey from teaching and various jobs to starting his podcast.
    • The early success of his podcast and the establishment of Command Your Brand.
  • Steps to Start a Podcast ([08:55] – [12:01])
    • Assessing whether a podcast is right for your brand.
    • Different strategies for established brands versus new ones, including affiliate deals and guest appearances.
  • Content Creation Strategies ([12:01] – [15:44])
    • Importance of surveying the market to find content gaps.
    • Balancing creative and straightforward naming for your podcast.
    • The decision between interview-based or content-based shows.
  • Monetization Strategies ([15:44] – [19:48])
    • Using affiliate deals and niche marketing to monetize e-commerce products.
    • Example of a successful monetization strategy with an aloe product.
  • Promotional Strategies ([19:48] – [27:36])
    • Leveraging video content and YouTube for broader reach.
    • Tools like vidIQ, video.ai, and retention.com for optimizing and promoting content.
  • Storytelling in Podcasts ([21:54] – [23:44])
    • The power of storytelling in making content memorable and engaging.
    • Example of Chris Miles Money’s effective use of storytelling in his podcast.
  • Emerging Trends and the Future of Podcasting ([28:27] – [30:42])
    • The democratization of podcasting with affordable AI tools.
    • Predictions on the evolution of podcasting and its increasing accessibility.

Guest Info

Jeremy Ryan Slate

CEO of Command Your Brand

Website: Command Your Brand

Book: Command Your Brand

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