With the growing demand for online content, podcasts are becoming increasingly popular with audiences seeking information on topics of interest to them. As a podcast host, you need to get their attention early and incorporate them into your program to ensure a faithful follow-up that grows with each recording. That's why we asked 12 members of the Young Entrepreneurs Council (YEC) the following question:
"What every podcast should include in the intro to attract your listener's attention?"
Tips for podcast introduction
Here is what the YEC community members had to say:
Points of Pain
"From the beginning, they should mention a pain point or a problem that their audience is experiencing.This will catch their eye because they will want to see if people on the podcast have ideas on what they can do to After all, people are looking for answers. "~ John Rampton, Calendar
A teaser of the presentation
"If I start listening to a podcast, I'm often hooked by a teaser that works the same way as a trailer.You want to give listeners a little overview of what's in the presentation or the It's also good to start with something unexpected – for example, if you interview someone you know, start with the fact that people do not know that person. "~ Kalin Kassabov, ProTexting
Some main courses
"One of the podcasts I love, Manager Tools, starts every podcast with" we will answer these questions during this podcast. "This helps me understand what they're going to discuss and tells me that they've put the listener in. They do not pursue clicks with catchy topic titles." ~ Alex Chamberlain , EasyLiving Home Care
The added value
"In the first 10 seconds, you should answer the question of the value of the podcast and in the next 10 seconds, communicate why you are qualified to deliver the solution that the podcast addresses.You will lose people by throwing you in a long history, or starting with a non-sequitur.Hold it in focus and answer a question to a frequently asked problem in your area of activity.High value is the key. "~ Matthew Capala, Search Decoder
A good question
"When was the last time someone asked a question that really caught your eye, you know, it's me who makes you focus on what I'm writing to." Through the magical art of asking a good question.Play the right question can be incredibly engaging and make the difference between a short-term interaction or a fan for life.This is a technique that we often use on our podcast. "~ Mark Krassner, Expectful
A quote from the interview
"If it's a podcast based on an interview, I found that the best time for me, when I listen to the beginning of an episode, is when it presents a Inspiring or stimulating quote from the interview I find that when podcasters use a quote in the header of the notes, this also catches my eye.With podcasts that are not based on interviews, a Quick jingle is all you need. "~ Brian David Crane, Caller Smart Inc.
Statistics
"Starting with dramatic figures on a certain topic certainly attracts people's attention and gives them a break to listen and see what you think of how to approach this startling statistic." ~ Drew Hendricks, Buttercup
A theme song
"Having a familiar and engaging musical intro can instantly increase your production value and attract more new listeners.Some of my favorite podcasts have a catchy opening song that helps the listeners in the rest of the show. great example that comes to my mind is the intro that Dave Rubin uses before all his Rubin report episodes. "~ Bryce Welker, Beat The CPA
A slogan summarizing the chain
"I think it's important to have a slogan that summarizes the podcast's mission.This can be as simple as a few words describing the goal. Your show's mission statement will make listeners more connected to the series when they know the ultimate goal behind. "~ Jared Atchison, WPForms
Great content
"I learned the importance of hanging your audience while attending Jewish schools.If the rabbi who spoke to us did not catch my attention in the first minute, I have zoned for the rest of the speech, the underlying principle is universal: all public speakers, including podcasters, must immediately provide compelling content to persuade listeners to stay engaged. "~ Adam Mendler , Chairs of Beverly Hills
A problem or a disagreement
"Any good conversation starts with a problem or a disagreement for which two people are trying to find a solution.I think I can learn something, and that I will hear some disagreement and a variety of points I'm hooked right now. "~ Zev Herman, Upper Lighting
A recap announcement
"If they do their podcast well, they will have some sponsors and advertisers who are relevant to the way they are treated.These ads should entice listeners to stay tuned for more. information about the teaser. "~ Patrick Barnhill, ID Specialist, Inc.
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