Do you have being a guest on podcasts as one of your goals for 2020? It’s a fantastic way to reach new audiences, build relationships with podcast hosts, and hone your message. But, there’s definitely a *right* way and a *wrong* way to pitch podcast hosts. As a podcaster, I get email pitches every day. And I delete 99% of them. The few I’ve kept have been from my guest on this episode, Angie Trueblood. Why are her pitches so effective? That’s what we talk about, along with how to be a great guest. You’ll learn: The benefits of being a guest on podcasts How to find relevant shows How to be a great guest Strategies for lead generation when you’re a guest Do’s and Don'ts of pitching - this also applies to pitching for speaking engagements Tips for your first time being a guest This episode is part of our series on Goals & Planning. ENROLLMENT IS OPEN! Join our Master Your Speaking coaching program that begins in mid-January: https://www.speakingyourbrand.com/mastery/. You get the best of one-on-one work with us on your signature talk (Virtual VIP Day) + a 3-month online group coaching program so you learn how to position, market, and promote yourself as a paid speaker. About My Guest: As a podcast visibility expert who fiercely believes in the power of women stepping more fully into their gifts, Angie Trueblood knows that the only 'perfect pitch' is the one that leads with value and focuses on building a genuine connection. Whether she is teaching entrepreneurs how to pitch themselves or working behind the scenes to secure opportunities for others, Angie leverages her super-connector powers to grow businesses and build long-lasting relationships. Angie is the host of the Go Pitch Yourself podcast. About Us: The Speaking Your Brand podcast is hosted by Carol Cox. At Speaking Your Brand, we help women entrepreneurs and professionals create their signature talks and gain more visibility to achieve their goals. Our mission is to get more women in positions of influence and power: on stages, in businesses, on boards, in the media, in politics, and in our communities. Check out our coaching programs at https://www.speakingyourbrand.com. Links: Show notes at https://www.speakingyourbrand.com/150 Connect with Angie on her website at https://www.angietrueblood.com/. Listen to Angie’s podcast “Go Pitch Yourself”: https://www.angietrueblood.com/podcast/. Join our Master Your Speaking coaching program at https://www.speakingyourbrand.com/mastery. Related Podcast Episodes: Episode 149: A Different Way of Setting and Achieving Your Speaking Goal [Goals & Planning Series] JOIN US: Our in-person Speaking Accelerator Workshop is coming up in Downtown Orlando on October 30, 2025. Create and practice your signature talk in one day using our proven framework, so you can confidently share your message and attract more opportunities. It's a fun, supportive environment where you get personalized feedback, professional photos, and more. Limited to 15 attendees. Get the details and secure your spot at https://www.speakingyourbrand.com/orlando/.

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