Why You’re Not Getting Bigger Guests or Sponsors Yet
Episode 331 | Insider Secrets to a Top 100 Podcast | Courtney Elmer
Alice Draper is the founder of Hustling Writers and host of the award-winning podcast My Rejection Story. She helps under-recognized entrepreneurs land high-profile podcast features and media opportunities through strategic publicity and pitching. Originally from South Africa, Alice has secured clients placements on top-ranked podcasts while building a location-independent business around the world.
You know that big-guest pitch you *almost* sent (or that sponsor you’re telling yourself you’ll reach out to once you have enough downloads?) This episode is about what to do when you're torn between wanting more for your podcast and actually going after it.
HuffPost contributor and media expert Alice Draper has helped clients land guest spots on 500+ podcasts, including WorkLife with Adam Grant and UnF*ck Your Brain. She's here to unpack why our brains like to avoid rejection and how this keeps your podcast from getting the visibility, credibility, and growth you deserve.
If you’re tired of seeing other people land the guests, sponsors, and traction you want (and you're ready to start pitching bigger names and getting your show into the rooms it deserves to be in), hit play and let’s dive in.
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1:36 – The Real Fear Behind “My Show Isn’t Big Enough Yet”
6:15 – The Visibility Mistake Keeping Your Podcast Small
9:09 – “They’ll Probably Say No Anyway”—and Other Lies We Tell Ourselves
15:46 – Why You Don’t Need More Downloads to Pitch Big Guests or Sponsors
17:58 – The One Podcasting Strategy Most Hosts Aren't Doing That Can Actually Grow Your Show
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Episode Links:
- Steal Alice’s pitch templates—the same ones that have helped her clients land interviews on 500+ top shows like WorkLife with Adam Grant.
- Listen to Alice Draper’s Podcast: My Rejection Story
- Connect with Alice: hustlingwriters.com
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