CREATOR GUIDE · 01
Plan Your First Podcast Recording
A simple guide to help you prepare, so you can show up with confidence.
- Define one listener and the question your episode answers.
- Choose a solo or interview format and a realistic episode length.
- Write an opening, three talking points and a closing takeaway.
- Send guests the topic and questions in advance; confirm names and pronunciation.
- Bring your outline and discuss recording needs with the team before the session.
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CREATOR GUIDE · 02
Record a Five-Minute Podcast
A step-by-step guide to creating short, powerful content.
- Choose one question you can answer without a long introduction.
- Use 30 seconds for the hook, three minutes for the idea and an example, and 90 seconds for a recap and next step.
- Rehearse aloud with a timer; replace written phrasing with natural speech.
- Record a short test and listen for volume, clarity and distracting sounds.
- Pause between sections so edits are easier; finish with one clear takeaway.
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CREATOR GUIDE · 03
Batch a Month of Content
Plan smarter, record more efficiently and leave with a library of content.
- Choose three themes your audience asks about regularly.
- List twelve focused prompts, each with one useful takeaway.
- Group similar topics so you can record without constantly changing direction.
- Prepare hooks, examples, wardrobe choices and visual references before the session.
- Name each recording by topic and plan a publishing calendar; review clips before scheduling.
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