When people ask me, "How can I get more listeners to engage with my show?!" My answer is always simple: know what makes your listeners ~want~ to engage in the first place. Because in the world of podcasting, creating valuable content is only half the battle. To grow your podcast, you need to know how to engage your listeners both on and off the podcast platforms with an effective podcast marketing strategy. That's why I invited one of the few experts I trust in the podcasting space, Adam Adams, to join me in this episode to show you the most effective ways to keep your audience hooked and coming back for more.So if you're ready to stop feeling like you're talking to yourself in an empty room and learn the first steps you can take to help more listeners find your show (especially if you are launching for the first time), hit play and let’s make your business bingeworthy.0:55 - The One Thing Your Podcast Needs to Succeed (And nope, it's not great content) 3:57 - Netflix's Secret to Launching Bingeworthy Shows 7:40 - The Pre-Launch Strategy that Triggers Algorithms and Creates Buzz 14:18 - The Top Mistake Podcasters Make When Launching Their Show 19:04 - Why Social Proof Matters More Than You ThinkEpisode Links:Check out Adam's podcast: The Podcast on Podcasting → This episode was recorded on the Deity VO-7USupport the showLiked this episode? Share it with your podcasting friends! Love this show? Say thanks in true podcasting style by leaving a review. Take the Podcast Health Score™ to see exactly where your show is losing listeners and get a custom plan that shows you what to fix first. Join the On-Air Coaching waitlist for a chance to get coached on air by Courtney and get your podcast questions answered in real time. Get the Podcast SEO Mastery Course and learn how to optimize your show so the right listeners can actually find it. Apply for the PodLaunch® Accelerator and get deeper podcasting support and expert guidance tailored to your specific podcasting goals. Email us at hello@podlaunchhq.com to learn more. Follow Courtney for more podcasting insights: Linked In | Instagram | PodLaunchHQ.com ©Ⓟ 2018–2026 by Courtney Elmer. All Rights Reserved.