I’m looking forward to our conversation. I’ve summarized this list of Recording Preparations in case it may be useful as you get ready for our recording session.
Fast Fifteen?
If you haven’t already had a preliminary conversation with me (Mickey) about your Nonprofit SnapCast appearance, please schedule some time for us with this Calendly link. >>
Things I Need Before We Record
If you have already met with me for a fast-fifteen, you know I usually ask for three things from each of my guests:
- * A high-res photograph to use on the SnapCast website. This can be a shot of you hiking, working, or even a headshot, but high-res, please.
- * A handful of talking points to keep me in orbit around our chosen topic(s). Nothing scripted. Our conversation will be extemporaneous. We’ll pretend we’re just a couple of people talking over coffee.
- * An hour of time. Even if we only need half an hour, it helps to reserve the hour in case there are technological problems. You can use this Calendly link >> to book that hour.
Recording Preparations
Headphones are your friend. I was going to write a magnum opus on how to get ready for making a great episode that addressed the technical aspects of making a recording like microphones and soundproofing. But the Podcast Wizardry blog has two great entries that I think are worth reading for anyone who appears on any kind of podcast:
How To Be A Good Guest
and
Making A Good Recording
(I confess, I wrote those blogs, too.) Here’s a few Frequently Asked Questions:
Frequently Asked Questions
Will you edit the episode?
I try to keep editing to a minimum, only dealing with major flubs. (And I’m usually the one who flubs.)
When will my episode go live?
There is generally no way to chart a specific date for publishing your episode. It will depend on many factors. If you need your episode to go live on or before a specific date, please tell me so I can make sure we meet your target.
How will you market my episode?
The episode will go live and will be accessible on a variety of platforms. See the Finding The SnapCast page for a full list. Once the episode goes live, I’ll make sure it’s posted on the SnapCast website with your picture. Then I’ll do my “social media rounds” on LinkedIn and Facebook pages, tagging you where appropriate. Please let me know if there are other ways you would like me to help market your episode.
What can I do to help market my episode?
Thank you for asking. I don’t need to tell you the importance of generating excitement around your work. Let’s amplify the reach of your episode, ensuring it resonates with a wider audience. Here are some effective ways to promote your episode:
- * Social Media Buzz: On recording day, share your experience on social media and tag the Nonprofit SnapCast.
- * Engage with Us: Like, comment on, and share our posts on Facebook and LinkedIn (and your social media channels of choice) to help spread the word.
- * Rate and Review: Take a moment to rate and review the Nonprofit SnapCast wherever you listen to the podcast.
- * Share your episode’s link on your social media accounts and tag the Nonprofit SnapCast.
- * Add a permanent link to your episode on your organization’s website or blog.
- * Include your episode’s URL in your next newsletter.
- * Reach out to friends, family, and colleagues via text or call to let them know about your episode.
Your efforts will help ensure that your message reaches more people, both within and beyond your network.
Contact Me
If anything comes up please contact me via the method we used for initial contact. Otherwise, please find me on LinkedIn and drop me a line there. (This usually works just as well as email.) Again, I’m looking forward to our conversation. Thank you!