Ever wonder how a brand-new podcast can skyrocket to the top of the charts? There are two ways it can happen, and in this episode, I’m taking you behind the scenes of bestselling author and founder Jamie Kern Lima’s recent podcast launch to show you how.

Find out the mechanisms at work that helped her claim the #1 spot in self-improvement, Top 20 on Spotify, and Top 20 of all podcasts in the USA, and learn how to leverage these same mechanisms for your show. You’ll also discover the key metrics that actually determine your podcast's success (and nope, it’s not downloads).

If you’re ready to increase your podcast’s discoverability so more new listeners can find you, hit play and let’s make your business bingeworthy.

0:02 - Jamie Kern Lima's Meteoric Rise to Podcast Stardom 

1:43 - The Five Pillars for a Successful Podcast Launch

6:58 - Comparing Niche Podcasts vs. Celebrity Podcasts

11:11 - Why SEO and Intentional Launch Strategies are Crucial

16:57 - Defining Your Own Measures of Podcast Success

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