
Compelling Content for Audience Growth and Brand Sponsorships
09/18/24 • 47 min
In this episode, Nicole Engelbrecht, creator of the True Crime South Africa podcast, shares her journey of building a loyal audience and attracting brand sponsorships. Key points include:
- Crafting compelling stories that resonate with both audiences and sponsors.
- Balancing ethical storytelling with the need for audience growth.
- Strategies for aligning brand partnerships with your podcast’s values.
- Insights from Nicole’s experience as an author and podcaster.
Listen now to learn how to create content that captivates and attracts the right sponsors.
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In this episode, Nicole Engelbrecht, creator of the True Crime South Africa podcast, shares her journey of building a loyal audience and attracting brand sponsorships. Key points include:
- Crafting compelling stories that resonate with both audiences and sponsors.
- Balancing ethical storytelling with the need for audience growth.
- Strategies for aligning brand partnerships with your podcast’s values.
- Insights from Nicole’s experience as an author and podcaster.
Listen now to learn how to create content that captivates and attracts the right sponsors.
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Audio editing and production by: Maishe Rakgoale
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