Growth Triggers

🎧 Want to scale your podcast like a pro? Grab the Podcast Scaling Framework™ that's helped us generate over 45M downloads and views for clients ➡️ https://top10podcasts.com/roadmap-guide▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Ever wondered how to grow your business on YouTube even if your channel has zero subscribers? In this episode, Ian Garlic and I break down the four essential videos every service provider or business owner should create to start generating clients, authority, and revenue without wasting time on content that doesn’t convert.Ian has a ton of experience helping businesses leverage long-form content strategically, and he shares insights that will change the way you approach your first videos, trust-building content, and conversion strategy. We dive into how to craft video case stories, trust paths, and top-of-funnel trends, plus how to use AI and media channels to dominate search and audience growth.In This Episode:00:00 Introduction01:05 The four videos every new channel needs04:40 AI, SEO, and the new multi-dimensional search strategies08:08 Using media channels for visibility and authority12:24 The importance of obsessing over your customers and their stories13:50 Clarity in content: who you help and what you do14:47 Resources to get started: video case stories and tools▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬📱 RESOURCES📱► Grab our in-depth 12-Month Podcast Road Map: From Set Up to Scale - https://top10podcasts.com/roadmap-guide► Video Case Story Finder - https://www.videocasestory.com/finder/▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬📱 CONNECT with Ian Garlic 📱► https://www.youtube.com/@VideoCaseStory► https://www.videocasestory.com/author/ian-garlic/► https://www.linkedin.com/in/iangarlic/▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬📱 CONNECT with me on Instagram 📱► https://www.instagram.com/luisryandiaz/   Need help launching, growing, or ranking your podcast? ► https://top10podcasts.com/start  ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬

🎧 Want to scale your podcast like a pro? Grab the Podcast Scaling Framework™ that's helped us generate over 45M downloads and views for clients ➡️ https://top10podcasts.com/roadmap-guide▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Getting listeners to your podcast is tough. Getting them to listen to the whole episode is even harder. Converting that listener into a lead and eventually a customer feels almost painful at times. But it doesn't have to be that way.In this episode, I walk you through three crucial settings you can adjust in your podcasting process to maximize your return on investment (ROI). These settings aren’t just theoretical–they’re practical changes that will allow you to drive more traffic, convert more listeners, and generate more sales from each episode.I’m also giving you two bonus tips to help you boost your ROI even further, so stick around til the end. Listen to this episode now to learn how to fine-tune these settings and skyrocket your podcast growth and monetization!In This Episode:00:00 - Introduction 01:02 - Why maximizing the "top of the fold" on YouTube is important04:52 - Promote offers across past episodes with Captivate's bulk editing09:46 - Link YouTube to Google Ads for better remarketing13:36 - Boost visibility by using YouTube posts 15:00 - Running YouTube ads on your best-performing video▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬📱 CONNECT with me on Instagram 📱► https://www.instagram.com/luisryandiaz/   Need help launching, growing, or ranking your podcast? ► https://top10podcasts.com/start  ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬

🎧 Want to scale your podcast like a pro? Grab the Podcast Scaling Framework™ that's helped us generate over 45M downloads and views for clients ➡️ https://top10podcasts.com/roadmap-guide▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Ever wondered how a local business with fewer than 100 followers can generate over 120,000 views?In this episode, I sit down with Rachel Miller, a content marketing expert, to explore her strategy that helped her daughter's client, a local cupcake shop, get 120,000 views with just 80 followers. It’s not about huge followings–it’s about understanding trends and creating content that resonates with your audience.Rachel breaks down how you can leverage identity-based content, build a multi-channel AI content engine, and break through growth plateaus by culling your audience to improve engagement. Whether you're a coach or a small business owner, her insights into content repurposing and growing your reach without spending on ads are invaluable.Listen to the episode and start building your content strategy today!Here are the AI tools and resources mentioned by Rachel:-Descript - For editing videos and creating clips from podcast episodes - https://www.descript.com-PageWheel - A tool for creating offers quickly, including calculators and other interactive content - https://www.pagewheel.com-Canva - For creating visual assets for social media and videos - https://www.canva.com-YouTube Buddy - A Chrome extension to help optimize YouTube videos and SEO - https://www.tubebuddy.com-Hello Audio - A platform for hosting and distributing audio content - https://www.helloaudio.fm-ChatGPT - For generating blog posts, emails, and other written content - https://chatgpt.com/In This Episode:00:00 - Introduction 03:27 - How to use trends for local business growth08:30 - Using evergreen content for long-term engagement12:26 - Leveraging identity-based content16:08 -  The power of culling your audience20:09 - Creating and repurposing content across multiple platforms30:57 - Building a multi-channel AI content engine37:54 - How to craft curiosity-based hooks38:57 - What Rachel does to promote a podcast where she's the guest▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬📱 RESOURCES📱► Freebies from Rachel Miller - https://rachelmiller.com/learn-with-rachel/▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬📱 CONNECT with Rachel Miller 📱► https://rachelmiller.com/► https://www.instagram.com/rachelmillermarketing/► https://pagewheel.com/▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬📱 CONNECT with me on Instagram 📱► https://www.instagram.com/luisryandiaz/   Need help launching, growing, or ranking your podcast? ► https://top10podcasts.com/start  ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬

Want to launch a podcast in 2025? Apply to work with us here: https://top10podcasts.com/start▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Want to attract high-value clients with your content? In this episode, Ian Garlic and I discuss how answering the million-dollar questions can make you an authority and help you land those clients. Ian is a mastermind in the art of storytelling, video, and marketing, and we chat about how to position yourself as a trusted authority and attract high-ticket clients using YouTube and video case stories. Ian explains why answering the right questions is crucial for client attraction and how hyper-personalization in your content can set you apart from the competition.If you want to become an authority in your industry, tune in to discover how to answer the million-dollar questions and use YouTube to grow your client base!In This Episode:00:00 Introduction 02:31 Why YouTube is the best platform for landing high-value clients08:09 Why targeting smaller, high-value audiences works09:23 What business owners are doing wrong on YouTube13:07 The importance of answering the right questions in your content17:41 Ian's thoughts on running YouTube ads20:54 Hyper-personalization as the future of content marketing▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬📱 RESOURCES📱► Grab our in-depth 12-Month Podcast Road Map: From Set Up to Scale - https://top10podcasts.com/roadmap-guide▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬📱 CONNECT with Ian Garlic 📱► https://www.youtube.com/@VideoCaseStory► https://www.videocasestory.com/author/ian-garlic/► https://www.linkedin.com/in/iangarlic/▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬📱 CONNECT with me on Instagram 📱► https://www.instagram.com/luisryandiaz/   Need help launching, growing, or ranking your podcast? ► https://top10podcasts.com/start  ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬

Want to launch a podcast in 2025? Apply to work with us here: https://top10podcasts.com/start▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Ever wonder what sets top-performing video podcasts apart from the rest? In this episode, I sit down with three of our clients who have been crushing it with their podcasts. They went from a small, uncertain start to seeing significant growth and recognition, growing their audience, securing sponsorships, and even being recognized at conferences.These clients, Margie Bissinger, Bradley Schurman, and Dr. Wendy Myers, share exactly what’s been working, how they stay authentic, and why knowing your audience is everything. The big lesson? Stay the course and don’t be afraid to show up consistently–people will find you.If you’re looking for actionable insights on how to grow your podcast, land high-value guests, and turn it into a business-driving machine, this episode is for you. Hit play, and let's dive in!In This Episode:00:00 Introduction 00:41 Margie's goal for her podcast02:49 The impact of working with the Top 10 team06:01 What makes a podcast successful?09:08 Margie's advice on growing your podcast15:15 Bradley's reason for launching a podcast17:34 Fears and hesitations with starting a podcast20:38 Bradley's experience working with the Top 10 team24:52 Podcasting as an effective tool to establish authority30:54 How Dr. Wendy secures sponsorships and partnerships33:50 Why launching a podcast is great for your brand34:59 Podcast as a way to network with the right people36:44 Opportunities that  come from podcasting38:23 The key to growing your podcast▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬📱 RESOURCES📱► Grab our in-depth 12-Month Podcast Road Map: From Set Up to Scale - https://top10podcasts.com/roadmap-guide▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬📱 CONNECT with Guests 📱► Margie Bissinger - https://margiebissinger.com/► Bradley Schurman - https://behumanchange.com/► Dr. Wendy Myers - https://myersdetox.com/▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬📱 CONNECT with me on Instagram 📱► https://www.instagram.com/luisryandiaz/   Need help launching, growing, or ranking your podcast? ► https://top10podcasts.com/start  ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬

Want to launch a podcast in 2025? Apply to work with us here: https://top10podcasts.com/start▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Are you feeling overwhelmed by the constant influx of new AI tools and unsure about how to use them effectively for your podcast? Today, Chris Mercer and I break down the real game changer. It’s not about which tool you use–it’s about shifting how you think about AI and getting crystal clear on the results you want.We dive deep into the strategy behind working with AI, not just telling it what to do, but partnering with it to do the heavy lifting–from research to crafting compelling podcast topics and questions. Chris shares how creating a custom AI “virtual team member” can change the way you prep your interviews forever, saving you hours and leveling up your content.If you want to stop chasing shiny tools and start mastering AI to work smarter, not harder, this episode will give you the blueprint to get started. Don’t miss the link to the “ping pong prompting” method, the secret sauce to making AI work for you and your team.Listen now and start owning your AI strategy.In This Episode:00:00 Introduction 01:10 The frustrating whirlwind of AI tools: Why nothing stays the same02:02 The mindset shift that transformed our entire AI approach03:07 Why treating AI like a regular tool is holding you back04:12 The surprising human analogy that changed everything06:58 How to get crystal clear on your AI results (demo)26:55 How to start working with AI, not just telling it what to do29:36 Deep Research Mode: Let AI crawl hundreds of sites while you relax39:01 Automating guest prep: What your AI researcher will deliver44:53 The "Ping Pong" AI Prompting Method 55:36 Creating avatars with AI that think like your ideal customers1:02:57 Here's the real secret to getting better results ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬📱 RESOURCES📱► Grab our in-depth 12-Month Podcast Road Map: From Set Up to Scale - https://top10podcasts.com/roadmap-guide► ProfitSchool AI Prompting Guide - https://profitschool.com/aiguide► Tools And Training To Help You Measure Your Marketing - https://measurementmarketing.io▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬📱 CONNECT with Chris Mercer 📱►https://profitschool.com/▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬📱 CONNECT with me on Instagram 📱► https://www.instagram.com/luisryandiaz/   Need help launching, growing, or ranking your podcast? ► https://top10podcasts.com/start  ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬

Want to launch a podcast in 2025? Apply to work with us here: https://top10podcasts.com/start▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Ever wish booking podcast interviews didn’t take hours of research and guesswork? In this quick episode, I walk you through exactly how I use ChatGPT and a free tool called PromptPerfect to generate targeted podcast guest lists fast. No more wasting time digging for contact info or wondering which shows are open to pitches.I even demo how to pull social links if you want to do social media outreach. Whether you’re new to outreach or ready to scale your guest appearances, this process will save you time and stress.Tune in, take notes, and start lining up podcast interviews today. Got questions about your pitch strategy? Reach out. I’m happy to help!In This Episode:00:00 Introduction 00:29 How to use PromptPerfect00:56 Using ChatGPT to generate results01:47 Refining your list for social media outreach▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬📱 RESOURCES📱► Grab our in-depth 12-Month Podcast Road Map: From Set Up to Scale - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1W99gmexrD30__3JNjnxZjrms_Ntp4ngbkhevhyJZrfo/edit?tab=t.0#heading=h.8gunsrbarh34► https://chatgpt.com/► https://promptperfect.jina.ai/▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬📱 CONNECT with me on Instagram 📱► https://www.instagram.com/luisryandiaz/   Need help launching, growing, or ranking your podcast? ► https://top10podcasts.com/start  ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬

Want to launch a podcast in 2025? Apply to work with us here: https://top10podcasts.com/start▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Want to get on hundreds of podcasts? Alex Sanfilippo of PodMatch shares the exact pitch formula that’s helped him land guest spots on top shows, plus a secret tip you won’t want to miss!Today, Alex joins me to break down his proven process for getting on podcasts. From crafting the perfect pitch to using content reciprocity to get noticed, he explains why a self-centered pitch won’t work and how to make meaningful requests.Want to get your podcast pitch noticed? Tune in to learn how to stand out, build relationships, and become a sought-after guest on top shows!In This Episode:00:00 Introduction 00:36 The focus of your podcast pitch00:59 3-Step podcast pitch framework04:23 How to lead your pitch with a review▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬📱 RESOURCES📱► Grab our in-depth 12-Month Podcast Road Map: From Set Up to Scale - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1W99gmexrD30__3JNjnxZjrms_Ntp4ngbkhevhyJZrfo/edit?tab=t.0#heading=h.8gunsrbarh34▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬📱 CONNECT with Alex Sanfilippo📱► https://podmatch.com/free▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬📱 CONNECT with me on Instagram 📱► https://www.instagram.com/luisryandiaz/   Need help launching, growing, or ranking your podcast? ► https://top10podcasts.com/start  ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬

Want to launch a podcast in 2025? Apply to work with us here: https://top10podcasts.com/start▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬What is your publishing schedule? Do you publish too often or not enough? In today’s episode, I’m diving into how to find the perfect cadence for your podcast content that keeps your audience engaged without burning you out.As a podcaster, one of the biggest challenges is figuring out how often to publish content. Too frequent, and you risk burning out; too infrequent, and your audience might forget about you. Today, Jerry Potter and I break down the ideal publishing schedule for podcasts and why consistency is key for audience retention.We also discuss the benefits of content repurposing and how creating shorter, focused clips (also known as "hot takes") can help you stay top of mind while minimizing burnout. This approach can keep you on track with quality content, without needing to commit to a full-length podcast every week.Want to master your podcast schedule and keep your audience engaged? Tune in to learn how to strike the perfect balance!In This Episode:00:00 Introduction 00:12 How often should you publish?01:08 Benefits of doing "hot takes" instead of full video podcasts03:52 What established YouTubers are doing▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬📱 RESOURCES📱► Grab our in-depth 12-Month Podcast Road Map: From Set Up to Scale - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1W99gmexrD30__3JNjnxZjrms_Ntp4ngbkhevhyJZrfo/edit?tab=t.0#heading=h.8gunsrbarh34▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬📱 CONNECT with Jerry Potter 📱► https://www.youtube.com/@mrjerrypotter▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬📱 CONNECT with me on Instagram 📱► https://www.instagram.com/luisryandiaz/   Need help launching, growing, or ranking your podcast? ► https://top10podcasts.com/start  ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬

Want to launch a podcast in 2025? Apply to work with us here: https://top10podcasts.com/start▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Do you want to build a strong online brand for your local law practice? In this episode, Dennis Meador, founder of the Legal Podcast Network, shares how he helps attorneys use podcasts to generate leads, build a powerful online presence, and stand out in a competitive market.Dennis also discusses how content repurposing—from podcasts to short videos, blog posts, and FAQs—helps establish a robust content ecosystem that attracts new clients.Learn how podcasting can create lasting authority and generate targeted local leads for your business.In This Episode:00:00 Introduction 01:36 How Dennis helps attorneys build a local brand03:33 Identifying your ideal client profile (ICP) 05:08 Content repurposing to increase podcast reach06:45 The process of developing a podcast for attorneys12:30 Basic tools for content preparation14:21 Where to publish your video podcasts and why17:15 Lead magnets and CTAs for attorneys18:40 The best platform for podcast lead generation20:51 How to use AI to grow your brand▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬📱 RESOURCES📱► Grab our in-depth 12-Month Podcast Road Map: From Set Up to Scale - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1W99gmexrD30__3JNjnxZjrms_Ntp4ngbkhevhyJZrfo/edit?tab=t.0#heading=h.8gunsrbarh34▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬📱 CONNECT with Dennis Meador📱► https://thelegalpodcastnetwork.com/► https://www.linkedin.com/in/dennismeador/▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬📱 CONNECT with me on Instagram 📱► https://www.instagram.com/luisryandiaz/   Need help launching, growing, or ranking your podcast? ► https://top10podcasts.com/start  ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬