Concluding the series on fixing common podcasting problems, here are ways others have creatively solved problems they faced with their podcasts.

Making interesting openings Colleen Mullen from Coaching through Chaos and Shrink 2 Shrink.

1. Avoid saying the same thing in your episode openings.
2. Engage your audience right away.

Getting sponsors Maurice Cherry from Revision Path.

1. Only go after sponsors you actually use.
2. Convince sponsors on the value of your show and that it matches their value.

Appearing on TV and interviewing popular guests Stephan Spencer from Marketing Speak and Optimized Geek

1. Call TV producers with a timely proposal (ideally with local relevance).
2. Incorporate props into your segment.
3. Create a media page with your TV appearances.

Learn more about “Becoming a Celebrity through TV Appearances” from Stephan's podcast. Plus, download and learn from Stephan's TV segment proposal (PDF).

Reducing reverb 1. Use a mirror to find the places that reflect directly into your mic. 2. Reduce flat surfaces. 3. Hang multiple layers of blankets or towels. 4. Build your own acoustic panels.

Telling stories Alex Blumberg from Startup and Gimlet Media.

1. Practice.
2. Experiment.
3. Test on others to see how it works.

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