Made4U Podcasts

10/12/2022

Calling all friends who are self-employed/run their own business, online coaches, therapists, teachers, other experts, or want to support small businesses! It's interesting to see the variety in our extended circles.
Post a link to your website or business page below WITHOUT a description - just the link, it speaks for itself. Anyone who follows me can see it and visit your site.
Copy this text onto your own page and give others the chance to reach more people through your circle. Visibility is everything! Especially with the holidays coming! Let’s help each other out!

12/07/2022

Listen to my interview with impressive Grandmother Linda Leverman from Canada (although like policemen, grandmothers are getting younger and younger these days!) who conquered the techie stuff of podcast production on her own. Weeeell, also with a little bit of help from her son. We get down to brass tacks in this Podcast Launch Pad episode where Linda reveal her recipe for podcasting success.
Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/podcast-launch-pad/id1540588482
or on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/5SetIlG3EnHWaZKlWZz1ch
And to Linda's own podcast here:
https://www.lindysaudiocafe.com/

08/07/2022

Nothing more nightmarish for a podcaster than when their interview goes wrong. This two parter on Podcast Launch Pad is packed with tips and tricks for a) avoiding problems in the first place and b) saving the whole shebang from hitting the cutting room floor. Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/.../podcast.../id1540588482 or on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/5SetIlG3EnHWaZKlWZz1ch or via the website https://www.made4u-podcasts.co.uk/podcast/

10/06/2022

Another mini 5 minute episode for aspiring podcasters about when it makes sense to turn to a professional for help. Listen on
Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/podcast-launch-pad/id1540588482
or Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/5SetIlG3EnHWaZKlWZz1ch
or just contact [email protected] about how we can help you launch your podcast and make it a success.

05/05/2022

When you have it in mind to launch a branded or business , do you need a dedicated website for it or just a page on your existing one? The short answer is: you do not need to construct a new website for it. But you do need somewhere online to direct listeners for information about your guests or special offers. Most businesses create a page on their existing website. But there's more... and on this episode of Podcast Launch Pad (another 6 minute special!) you'll find out what steps you need to take. Season 2 Episode 10 "The Best Choice - A Podcast Website or a Podcast Page?" https://lnkd.in/eZN4aG6
Oh, and by the way, there's a huge archive now of over 60 bite-sized episodes on how to make as well as promote a podcast. Feel free to dive in!

28/04/2022

Older people - as in 45 plus - have discovered in a big way and now is the time to grab their attention with a podcast about your business. Research shows they love audio and, of course, they have money to spend! More here on this edition of Podcast Launch Pad Series 2 Episode 9 https://lnkd.in/eZN4aG6

22/04/2022

It is "best practice" to produce a short, informative and interesting introduction to your podcast guest. Here are my three top tips for achieving maximum impact with just 124 words. Season 2 episode 8 of "Podcast Launch Pad"
How to write a stellar podcast guest intro
https://www.made4u-podcasts.co.uk/podcast/

07/04/2022

People often ask me whether you can make a podcast on a smartphone. Here's my 8.5 minute podcast answer - made partly with the help of my iPhone... as you will hear.
https://www.made4u-podcasts.co.uk/podcast/ Series 2 Episode 6

31/03/2022

Podcast production is becoming so much easier. You can record from your desk and interview a guest or a panel of guests online with the use of clever apps. My favourite one is Cleanfeed and this week's micro podcast episode succinctly explains why. "The Best App To Record a Podcast Panel Discussion" Series 2 Episode 5
https://www.made4u-podcasts.co.uk/podcast/

23/03/2022

Another nifty episode from Serena at Made4U Podcasts with a short but precise explanation about how important Calls to Action are on a business podcast. Listen in for helpful tips on how to structure one, where to place it and what to say. https://www.made4u-podcasts.co.uk/podcast/ Series 2 Episode 4

08/03/2022

On International Women's Day - guest Julie Kent Mbe explains to Serena what tragic loss prompted her to begin her fundraising career. The millions of £s she has worked to raise to pay for hospital wards and equipment have surely helped save many lives. She keeps the good work going with her entertaining podcast "What's In The Goody Bag". Listen here:
https://www.made4u-podcasts.co.uk/podcast/ Find Series 2 Episode 2

02/03/2022

https://www.made4u-podcasts.co.uk/podcast/

04/01/2022

01/12/2021

A moment to be proud of... We opened our iphone podcasts download page today to see that three of the new podcasts we make/produce appear together either for the first time or in a new series.

18/11/2021

It's so exciting for podcast production companies to see the rise of podcasting popularity with businesses in the UK. In this rerun of the very first podcast edition of Podcast Launch Pad, the reasons why you should launch a podcast remain as relevant as ever. https://www.made4u-podcasts.co.uk/podcast/
Hit the link and scroll down to Episode 51.

11/11/2021

9 Secrets to Help You Interview Podcast Guests Like a Pro! This is episode 50 of Podcast Launch Pad https://www.made4u-podcasts.co.uk/podcast/ and very helpful if you have no experience at all of interviewing in a business context.

04/11/2021

Finding a way to ensure your voice expresses confidence on a podcast - either as a guest or as a host - is the holy grail for many. Here's a re-run of a hugely popular episode of "Podcast Launch Pad" with some great tips on how to fool everyone into thinking you are completely in vocal control! Episode 49 is 10 minutes long - click here to listen to it in its entirety. https://www.made4u-podcasts.co.uk/podcast/

27/10/2021

Congratulations to our client Centre of Excellence in Child Trauma, to Sarah Naish -Author & Therapeutic Parent, Rosie Jefferies Sair A Penna NATP Central and to everyone connected with this organisation for winning the "Wellbeing Award" last Friday at The National Children and Young People Awards. Feel sure our had a role to play in your success alongside all the other amazing work you do.

27/10/2021

Omit to listen to this advice from Fields at your peril! The full podcast (number 48) edition about best PR practice for podcast launches is here https://www.made4u-podcasts.co.uk/podcast/.

In the snippet below, Kerryn advises on how to approach a journalist, what to say and what not to say when you want to make the best impact.

20/10/2021

Thrilled to be giving the VERY FIRST face to face workshop for The Growth Hub - Gloucestershire since the start of the pandemic yesterday. You just can't have fun presenting a workshop on for business on Zoom. You can't record voices or demonstrate audio editing so doing such an event in-person after so long was really memorable. The Growth Hub has great facilities and lovely people attending the events.

13/10/2021

There's is nothing to stop you revamping a podcast with new music, new artwork and a new format. Hear all about it on episode 46 of Podcast Launch Pad https://www.made4u-podcasts.co.uk/podcast/ (and listen to the snippet below by turning on the volume).

07/10/2021

It's scientifically proven apparently that listening to someone's voice on a advert is far more powerful than slumping in front of the telly while ads wash over you.

Listen to why here: https://www.made4u-podcasts.co.uk/podcast/ (episode 45)

29/09/2021

A great tip from Serena here - why listening back to your podcast recordings helps you learn to love your voice. Episode 44 of Podcast Launch Pad https://www.made4u-podcasts.co.uk/podcast/

14/09/2021

Did you know that under UK law you can feature a very short clip of music or speech (to help illustrate a point) without breaching regulations. Listen to lawyer Clare Hoban of media specialists Reviewed & Cleared explain in the clip below but also listen her full and fascinating interview on Podcast Launch Pad Episode 42 this week. https://www.made4u-podcasts.co.uk/podcast/

08/09/2021

You don't need to produce a podcast trailer of Hollywood-sized dimensions for your new - but YOU DO NEED A TRAILER! You can learn why and how in this latest micro-edition (number 41) of Podcast Launch Pad - "Don't Launch Your Podcast Without a Trailer" https://www.made4u-podcasts.co.uk/podcast/

31/08/2021

M4U Podcasts helps entrepreneurs, businesses and organisations launch interesting podcasts. If yours is an interview though, how do you attract a flow of great guests? Listen to Episode 40 - Secrets for Attracting the Best Podcast Guests - right here. https://www.made4u-podcasts.co.uk/podcast/

29/08/2021

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Podcast listeners have high expectations of podcast interviews.So, it's not quite enough just to draw up a list of questions without doing a bit of research first!You want your listener to be captivated by the interview and maybe to even listen a ...

24/08/2021

Don't make this mistake if you are thinking of launching a podcast for your business. Wasting time with in-jokes will turn people right off. https://www.made4u-podcasts.co.uk/podcast/

18/08/2021

10 ways to put more enthusiasm into your voice (especially useful if you think your vocal delivery can sound a bit monotonous). Listen to the full episode here: https://www.made4u-podcasts.co.uk/podcast/