I’m breaking down the three podcasting mistakes to avoid that can make listeners lose interest quick, plus 4 words that reveal you’re overexplaining, the guest interview habit that can turn a great interview into a frustrating listen, and the 2 words that make you sound less credible behind the mic.
You’ll learn where these habits show up in podcast conversations, why listeners pick up on them faster than you think, and what to do instead if you want listeners finishing your episodes, trusting what you say, and clicking your CTAs instead of scrolling past them. Hit play and let’s dive in.
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1:58 – Why Listeners Can Love Your Content but Still Not Trust You
10:02 – The 4 Words That Reveal You’re Overexplaining on Your Podcast
15:12 – The Guest Interview Mistake That Makes Listeners Lose Interest Fast
17:55 – The 2 Words That Make You Sound Less Credible Behind the Mic
20:31 – The Simple Exercise Before Hitting Record That Makes You Sound More Confident
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