Are you contemplating the idea of starting your own podcast but finding yourself hesitating due to a myriad of questions and uncertainties?
Let's delve into some fundamental queries to help you kickstart your podcasting journey with confidence.
- Why Start a Podcast?
One of the initial doubts you might encounter is, "Why should I start a podcast when there seems to be an overwhelming number of podcasts already out there?"
It's a valid concern, but it's essential to recognize that podcasting offers a multitude of advantages for individuals and brands alike.
- Ideal Episode Length and Publishing Frequency?
The specifics of episode length and publishing frequency can be perplexing for newcomers. However, there's no one-size-fits-all answer to these inquiries.
The critical factor is not the duration but rather your capacity, as a host and a guest, to captivate and retain your audience's interest. In podcasting, compelling content takes precedence over the clock.
- What Equipment Do You Need to Start?
Launching your podcast venture doesn't necessitate an elaborate and costly setup. In fact, if you're just dipping your toes into podcasting, your trusty smartphone is a perfectly adequate tool to begin with.
However, for those aiming for a slightly more professional setup, a basic equipment roster includes a dynamic microphone, a pair of reliable headphones, and a trusty laptop or computer.
- How to Approach Potential Guests?
One common concern podcasters encounter is how to approach potential guests and convince them to join their show. LinkedIn can be a valuable resource for initiating these connections.
When reaching out to potential guests, remember to clearly convey why you believe they would be an excellent fit for your episode. In conclusion, while the world of podcasting may appear crowded, it offers boundless opportunities for self-expression, brand promotion, skill development, and sheer enjoyment.
By addressing these fundamental questions and concerns, you can embark on your podcasting journey with clarity and enthusiasm, confident in your ability to create content that resonates with your audience.
So, what are you waiting for?
Start your podcasting adventure today!
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Join us for an insightful episode where we converse with Alice Rachael Mendonça, a seasoned professional and Linkedin Ads Advocate.
Discover the truth behind B2B LinkedIn hacking. Alice shares her thoughts, highlighting the specialized roles, opportunities, and myths associated with LinkedIn when it comes to interacting with Businesses on the group platform.
Gain valuable insights and practical advice on:
Why choose LinkedIn for your business?
How do companies scale on the platform?
When considering LinkedIn Ads, how is it different from other paid marketing platforms?
Tune in to this episode for a wealth of knowledge, valuable advice for aspirants, and a fresh perspective on the ever-evolving platform that is LinkedIn.
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Join us for an insightful episode where we engage in a conversation with Sumit Kumar Singh, a Harvard Business, IIT and IIM alumni. He is currently working at Microsoft and is also a career coach.
Discover the truth behind pursuing a career as a product manager. Sumit shares his experience, highlighting the hacks, tips, and
Gain valuable insights and practical advice on:
The scope of being a product manager.
The key skills needed
How to stand out in the job hunt
Understanding the 3C’s
Tune in to this episode for a wealth of knowledge, valuable advice for aspirants, and a fresh perspective on the ever-evolving landscape of product management.
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Join us for an enlightening episode where we engage in a candid conversation with Shafiqa Iqbal, a seasoned professional and Big Data Engineer at Google.
Discover the truth behind pursuing a career in tech giants like Google and Meta. Shafiqa shares her journey, highlighting the specialized roles, opportunities, and myths associated with these prestigious companies.
Gain valuable insights and practical advice on:
Defining Roles in Big Tech: Understand the distinct roles that shape big tech companies and their significance.
Debunking Myths: Get the real scoop on the expectations versus the realities of working in these tech powerhouses.
AI and Future of Data Engineering: Discover the growing influence of AI in data engineering and the impact of AI, and its prospects in the ever-changing tech arena.
Data Privacy in Tech: Explore the crucial role of data privacy in the tech industry, and how it's shaping the future of data-related roles.
Tune in to this episode for a wealth of knowledge, valuable advice for aspirants, and a fresh perspective on the ever-evolving landscape of technology careers. This episode offers a remarkable exploration of the world of big tech companies.
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In this episode, Bart answers the following questions:
Who is a PM?
What are the skills needed?
How to break into PM
What the PM hacks.
Bart is a Senior Product Manager with over 7 years of Product experience having worked at OLX, Microsoft and now Stepstone, the biggest job board in Europe.
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In this episode, Ron answers the following questions:
Out of all the options that are available under what conditions would Canada be the best option for them.
What would your one piece of advice be for students who are looking for universities to apply to?
What does a student need to do to launch their career in Canada after their studies?
Top 3 most common mistakes students make when applying for universities and starting their careers in Canada?
What are the top 3 less-known hacks you’ve witnessed helping students immensely?
He is an international best-selling author, entrepreneur, podcast host and consultant for professional career development.
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In this episode, Murrad answers the following questions:
What are the conditions when studying abroad can be a great option for a student?
What are the top 5 countries to consider for studying abroad, and what are their pro and cons to help students decide for themselves?
Top 3 most common mistakes students make when applying for universities abroad and what are the consequences?
What are the top 3 less-known hacks you’ve witnessed helping students immensely?
Murrad has taught over 60000+ students for various courses and co-founded FinLadder, an e-learning start-up where we teach finance courses to people across India and abroad. He has 198+ bookings on topmate.io and has helped more than 700+ students get admission abroad.- Taught CFA to more than 1400 students.
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In this episode, Shlok answers the following questions:
It’s unheard of in India
Why you should consider academic study when it comes to entrepreneurship
Platforms out there
For the traditional business people, how important is studying entrepreneurship
Shlok Gupta is a content creator who knows how to make an impact online. He has over 200 million digital impressions and over 150,000 social media followers who love his engaging and informative posts.
He is living in the United States and studying at Olin Business School, considered one of the world’s best business schools for entrepreneurship. He is passionate about learning new skills and exploring new opportunities.
He is originally from India and has spent most of his life there. His background is in tech and marketing, where he has worked with some of the leading brands and startups in the industry. He is also a TEDx speaker who loves to share his insights and experiences with others.
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In this episode, Davin talks about:
Why should someone consider leading a yogic lifestyle?
What techniques can help us maintain a yogic lifestyle?
What can you incorporate into your lifestyle if it's a generic 9-5 stressful job to achieve that?
Highly stressful lifestyle, lack of routine - what to do then?
Davin teaches internationally on retreats, teacher training and workshops and is a qualified at 200 & 500 hrs RYT Yoga Alliance
A 500 E-RYT teacher, his teachings are from the traditions of Hatha, Ashtanga and Iyengar Yoga.
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In this episode, Biswa talks about:
SAP Consulting : As a Career Option
Key Skills Required Based on Experience
How to find the right organisation in SAP Technology
SAP Consulting as Freelancer or Independent Consultant
Biswa is currently working as SAP Manager for SATS LTD (World's largest cargo handling, and inflight catering company). He has been working in the SAP Industry for more than 9 years, in India and overseas as well.
Not only that he is a certified SAP Freelancer having trained more than 300 plus people and has delivered 3000 hours of Corporate training for MNCs.
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In this episode, Ishita answers the following questions:
What makes Inshita believe mental health is the key to success?
What to stay mentally fit, regardless of what’s happening in your life?
How to identify and get over burnout?
Ishita is a product manager who worked at various big tech companies including Facebook and Microsoft, and recently at a startup, called Noom where she worked on Noom’s core Mental Health product. At Noom she worked with many psychologists and learned the science behind building lasting habits. To deepen her understanding of mental health, she’s currently doing her continuing studies at Stanford and taking a cognitive behavioural therapy course. Her mission is to help people learn how to be mentally resilient and cognitively fit.
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In this episode, Matt answers the following questions:
- Can you enter this field even if you’re from a non-tech background
- Key skills that you need yo make it in this field.
- How to stand out in the job hunt
- Common mistakes & hacks
Matt is a former teacher and operations leader who transitioned into data.
Graduating with an English degree, he was a teacher and administrator for several years. When he moved into back-office operations he started learning some analytics skills and then formally transitioned into data analytics.
In this episode, Vatsal answers the following questions:
Why consider a career in the economics & public policy field?
Right set of skills needed
Econ programs available
How can you crack multilateral institutions?
How can you leverage networking
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In this episode, Tobias answers the following questions:
Why is important to create AI use-cases?
Understanding the fundamental capabilities, the five AI archetypes.
How can AI use cases impact a business process for an organization or for an entrepreneur?
Story mapping framework.
feasibility of AI for businesses.
Tobias has more than 15 years of professional experience in a corporate setting. He is also a cofounder of the German AI startup RAPYD.AI.
As a data science mentor Tobias has helped dozens of students transition into data science careers, and has trained hundreds of professionals in AI and business analytics.
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In this episode, Pranita answers the following questions:
Why content creation is an important strategy?
Understanding some important elements of content strategy.
How can you stay consistent with your content strategy?
Does AI threaten jobs or can it make jobs easier?
Pranita has an experience of 10 years in advertising and is the founder of a branding and communication agency, Red in the White
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In this episode, Lorraine answers the following questions:
(00:00) Intro
(02:10) Why is it important to create a presence on Linkedin?
(03:15) Top 3 things to focus on first.
(05:35) Advice for people starting out when it comes to creating content.
(06:15) LinkedIn mistakes and hacks
Lorraine is a top-rated career and business virtual keynote speaker and leader at the intersection of editorial and tech with more than 300,000 followers on LinkedIn.
Lorraine was named one of {2020’s Top Virtual Keynote Speakers by ReadWrite and a Top 15 LinkedIn Expert in San Francisco by Influence Digest.
She speaks to global audiences ranging from Fortune 100 companies to startups, including Zoom, Cisco, McKinsey and Company, and Amazon about how to stand out and supercharge their professional presence.
Lorraine brings 10+ years of experience from companies including Prezi, LinkedIn, and SlideShare, and is an 11x-LinkedIn Learning Instructor.
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