Starting a podcast is more than just sharing your voice — it’s about turning conversations into valuable connections.
In this episode, we’re exploring how your podcast can become a networking goldmine with Kris Ward. As a productivity coach, team-building expert, systems strategist, and host of the Win The Hour, Win The Day Podcast, Kris knows how to leverage a podcast for powerful networking.
With years of experience under her belt, Kris takes us beyond the basics of podcasting and shares how her podcast has become a tool for connecting with industry leaders, forging collaborations, and unlocking new opportunities.
Whether you’re just starting your podcasting journey or looking to elevate your current show, this episode will equip you with the insights and tools to make your podcast a central part of your networking strategy. Let’s dive in!
In this episode:
[01:25] What motivated Kris to start a podcast despite her initial reservations about it?
[03:13] The strategic purpose behind the broad nature of Kris’ podcast.
[03:45] How Kris’ podcast helped her build and strengthen professional relationships compared to traditional networking.
[05:54] How Kris navigated the initial phase of launching her podcast and the insights she gained from the process.
[08:43] Kris attributes her success as a podcast host to choosing topics and guests she’s genuinely interested in and can learn from, ensuring that each interview can lead to valuable networking opportunities and potential collaborations.
[09:33] The primary reason why new podcasters struggle with consistency and how to overcome it.
[12:00] Kris advises podcasters to manage their expectations regarding the immediate effects of podcasting on business growth.
[13:13] Kris points out that her podcast has also been instrumental in establishing her as an authority in her field and boosting her credibility.
[13:58] Why does Kris prefer interviews over solo episodes for her podcast?
[15:56] Having a backlog of episodes has been a crucial learning experience for Kris. She notes that early on, she didn’t fully appreciate the comfort of maintaining a substantial queue. Now, she prefers to have at least three months of content ready.
[17:40] Kris reveals her secret to landing high-profile guests on her show.
About Kris Ward
Kris Ward is the leading authority in scaling your business. Kris is the founder of the Win The Hour, Win the Day philosophy. She helps entrepreneurs create their W.I.N Team (what is next) team using her signature Super Tool Kits so you can get your idea to execution!
After the loss of her husband, Kris returned full-time to her work as a marketing strategist. She was thankful to see that her business had not only survived her absence but was growing. Now, Kris has completely changed the landscape for entrepreneurs by sharing the successful practices that allowed her absence.
Kris has been interviewed by one of the original sharks from Shark Tank, Kevin Harrington, and ABC’s The Secret Millionaire – James Malinchak. She has been featured on award winning podcasts, radio and TV shows throughout the world.
You can hear Kris on her own podcast – Win The Hour Win The Day, where she has engaging conversations with dynamic guests covering a variety of business topics so you can get to your next win now!
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