Aug 19, 2016

26-Point Podcast Interview Checklist – Episode 142

 

Before we can create a powerful interview, we need to properly prepare. Great interviews do not simply happen. Engaging discussions rise from amazing preparation.

 

To help you prepare for your next podcast interview, I have created a 26-Point podcast intervew checklist for you.

 

• Know your guest and what makes them tick

• Communicate expectations to your guest

• Send a prep sheet to the guest

  • Web address – both your site and their site

  • Time and time zone

  • Who initiates the call

  • How will it be conducted

  • Length

  • Focus & goal

  • Emergency back-up number

  • Outline of the interview

  • Target audience

  • Is profanity allowed?

  • When should they pitch their product?

• Send reminders – 3 days, 1 day, 90 minutes

• Know more than your guest's bio – find interesting questions

• Immediately notify your guest if the schedule changes

• Be on time

• Work weeks ahead, not the week the book is released

• Create relationships before they are needed

• Stick to the allotted time

• Know pronounciations

• Have web addresses and other info on hand

• If you have prep info left over, you have done your job

• Use the best parts of the interview

• Record more than you need

 

How can I further help you with your podcast interviews? E-mail me at [e-mail]. I will help you any way I can.

 

You can find my podcast and other tools to help you create great content at www.PodcastTalentCoach.com.

 

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