#349 - How Can Indie Makers Use Press Releases to Boost Visibility?

I share a recent breakthrough in my entrepreneurial journey with Podsqueeze. After experimenting with various marketing strategies, I discovered the power of targeted press releases. Initially, I struggled with traditional PR methods, but I found success by reaching out to niche podcasting newsletters. This approach not only increased our visibility but also connected us directly with our target audience. I emphasize the importance of finding your niche and leveraging industry-specific channels for effective outreach. Tune in to learn how to apply these insights to your own projects!

Timestamps by PodSqueeze

Introduction and Podcast Promotion (00:00:07)

Early Perceptions of Entrepreneurship (00:01:12)

First Tech Job and Startup Culture (00:02:25)

Discovering Bootstrapping vs. VC Startups (00:04:48)

Growth Plateau and Entrepreneurial Skills (00:05:57)

Defining Startups vs. Businesses (00:07:00)

Learning Marketing Channels (00:08:02)

Initial Attempts at PR and Press Releases (00:09:16)

Press Release Agencies and Fiverr Experience (00:11:31)

Understanding Press Release Feeds (00:13:48)

Breakthrough with Niche Newsletters (00:16:53)

Success with Newsletter Outreach (00:18:57)

Key Lesson: Go Niche for PR (00:21:16)

Closing and Call to Action (00:22:18)

Here are the mentions with timestamps arranged by topic:

Tools and Websites

"Twitter": "00:00:07"

"Fiverr": "00:11:31"

"Reddit": "00:17:57"

"Yahoo": "00:14:54"

"MSN": "00:14:54"

"Google": "00:08:02"

Concepts and Terms

"Press Releases": "00:09:16"

"SEO (Search Engine Optimization)": "00:08:02"

"Backlinks": "00:09:16"

"Cold Emails": "00:08:02"

"Niche Marketing": "00:21:16"

Notable Mentions

"Podsqueeze": "00:05:57"

"ChatGPT": "00:16:53"

"Peter Levels": "00:04:48"

Summary of Key Points

"The importance of finding niche newsletters for press releases": "00:21:16"

"The difference between startups and bootstrapping businesses": "00:07:00"

"The realization of using press releases effectively within the podcasting community": "00:18:57"