121: The Uncomfortable Secret to 1 Million Downloads Per Month, with David Shands

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In this episode, 1-million-download-per-month podcaster David Shands discusses the art of growing an audience into the hundreds of thousands.

David shares his unique approach to interviewing, emphasizing the importance of creating friction and genuine conversation rather than sticking to a rigid question-answer format. He also highlights the necessity of truly understanding your audience, not just in demographics, but their individual needs, interests, and struggles.

This conversation is a goldmine for podcasters seeking to improve their interviewing skills and create content that truly resonates with their audience.

Tune in to learn more about David's strategies and how they can transform your podcasting journey.

TOPICS DISCUSSED:

The importance of creating friction in podcast conversations.
The necessity of being good at podcasting and how to improve.
The role of audience feedback in improving podcast quality.
The strategy of disagreeing with guests to create engaging content.
The significance of being genuinely interested and curious during interviews.
The value of being around people and building a community.
The power of focus in entrepreneurship.
The importance of setting and achieving goals before making major decisions like leaving a corporate job.

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