Detaching from the Outcome - Molly McGrath - Creating The Greatest Show - Episode # 004
When you are fully present on your podcast you connect better with your guest, delve into more powerful conversations, and discover greater insights. Molly McGrath is the Co-Author of Intrapreneurs in an Entrepreneur’s World, the Host of Hire & Empower With Molly McGrath, and the Founder of Hiring and Empowering Solutions. Molly details her transformation from relying on a rigid script to becoming present on her podcast, how to stay authentic during the show, and how podcasting can influence and bolster your overall content strategy.
Takeaways:
- You need to detach yourself from the outcome of the podcast and just be fully present with both your why and your guest.
- When you are fully present, you don’t need to rely on heavy scripting or a rigid structure because the guest will always give you the next question. When you’re present, you’ll be surprised where the conversation goes.
- Taking notes during the podcast helps you remember the next question you want to ask. Try writing your notes using their exact words, because everyone has their own words and phrases. This will help you naturally come back to the points they made.
- It’s your job as the host to facilitate the podcast and if you are running out of time and a guest asks to share a story, don’t be afraid to ask if they can tell in 30 seconds and if not give you the cliff notes. You’re just doing your job and they won’t be offended.
- Using a prep call before the recording allows you to establish a relationship and trust with your guest, outline what’s on and off the table, and have much richer conversations on the podcast.
- You can use a podcast to help a ghostwriter or co-author familiarize themselves with your voice, tonality, and ideas. Your podcast can provide the framework for the book.
- Podcasts are a great way to consistently get your message out because they allow you to say everything you need to say and get it out to your entire audience. Podcasts don’t have the same constraints that come with a book or a blog.
Quote of the Show:
- “Podcasting is my favorite thing. It’s so much more engaging, efficient, effective” - Molly McGrath
Links:
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/molly-hallmcgrath/
- Company website: www.hiringandempowering.com
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hiringandempowering/
- Hire and Empower Podcast:https://hiringandempowering.libsyn.com/
- Intrapreneurs in an Entrepreneur’s World: https://www.amazon.com/Intrapreneurs-Entrepreneurs-World-Empower-Employees/dp/1539389685
- Don’t be a Yes Chick!: https://www.amazon.com/Dont-Yes-Chick-Babysitting-Transform/dp/0615478956
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- YouTube: https://youtu.be/fZpU3xGwGy8
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