How Podcast Guests Can Get The Most Out of PodMatch (And Other Platforms)

Alex Sanfilippo shares how podcast guests can maximize their opportunities for bookings. He emphasizes the importance of creating a strong guest profile, actively reaching out to hosts, crafting personalized pitches, and following up effectively. By focusing on these key areas, guests can significantly increase their chances of being featured on podcasts, regardless of whether they use PodMatch or not.

Resources Mentioned:

Alex Sanfilippo's PodMatch Profile: https://podmatch.com/guestdetailprevi...

How to Write a Great Podcast Guesting Pitch: https://podmatch.com/blog/how-to-pitc...

What's Happening with Podcast Guesting (The Future):    • What's Happening With Podcast Guestin...  

Chapters

00:32 Maximizing Your PodMatch Guest Profile
05:06 Do the Outreach (Reach Out First)
06:57 Make Your Pitch Good
09:48 Be Willing to Follow-Up

Takeaways

Maximize your PodMatch profile for better visibility.
A singular focus in your profile helps hosts understand your expertise.
Outreach is essential; don't wait for hosts to find you.
Craft personalized pitches instead of using AI or templates.
Follow up with hosts through their preferred communication channels.
Include a call to action in your profile for better engagement.
Provide links to previous interviews to showcase your experience.
Use tags in your profile to highlight your topics of expertise.
Be proactive in reaching out to hosts to increase bookings.
Understand that hosts have many options to stand out with quality.