I'd like to share insights on effectively measuring podcast campaign success. My extensive experience in the industry has taught me valuable lessons about tracking and evaluating the impact of podcast advertising.
First, it's essential to understand that only some things can be tracked. At TWiT, we stream our shows live on multiple platforms, reaching thousands of fans. These live views aren't trackable, which means our brand partners receive bonus exposure that isn't reflected in standard metrics.
Now, let's discuss how to effectively measure podcast ad campaigns:
1. Set realistic expectations: Podcast consumption is on-demand, so campaigns can take up to eight weeks to reach full impact. Patience is vital when evaluating results.
2. Monitor ad impressions: Track episode downloads and review impression updates regularly. At TWiT, we provide weekly audio, video, and YouTube impressions updates.
3. Analyze direct response metrics: While landing page visits and offer code usage are valuable tools, remember that they don't tell the whole story. Many listeners, especially in tech-savvy audiences, will bypass these methods.
4. Utilize podcast ad tech: We offer Spotify Ad Analytics and Podscribe for comprehensive tracking. These tools provide insights into listener behavior and ad effectiveness.
5. Diversify advertising channels: Converting a listener often takes 7-15 touchpoints. To maximize reach and effectiveness, we recommend pairing podcast ads with other forms of advertising.
6. Implement post-purchase surveys: This often-overlooked tool can provide crucial insights into how customers discovered your brand.
Remember, genuinely gauging a podcast campaign's success requires combining these tools and approaches. Allow time for the ad to make an impact, and if you see traction, consider maintaining consistency in your campaign.
At TWiT.tv, we're committed to helping our partners achieve their advertising goals. If you're interested in exploring podcast advertising opportunities with us, please contact me directly at Lisa @ twit.tv. We'd be happy to discuss your campaign objectives and how we can support your growth.
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Tuesday, August 13, 2024
Six Essential Strategies for Measuring Your Podcast Campaign ROI
Thursday, August 1, 2024
Changes at TWiT.tv - Embracing Change and Impermanence
When we resist change, we create unnecessary suffering for ourselves. We become attached to the way things are and fear the unknown. But if we learn to embrace change, we can open ourselves to new possibilities and opportunities.
Pivoting and trying new things can be challenging, but it's also essential for growth and evolution. It allows us to learn new skills, expand our horizons, and adapt to the ever-changing world.
Tuesday, July 30, 2024
TWiT.tv's New Partnership Opportunities
If you've heard my latest episode of Host-Read Ads, you know we have an update on our expanded partnership offerings for 2024. TWiT has diversified our options to provide value at every level of engagement.
We're pleased to announce our collaboration with Libsyn Ads, who now manages dynamic insertion audio ads for our new public club shows. They also have exclusivity on residual audio inventory for our eight public-facing shows. Libsyn offers producer-read ads with flexible targeting options, making it an excellent entry point for those looking to test our market.
For brands seeking a more integrated approach, our direct partnerships offer host-read ads within our show content. These in-depth, mid-roll placements allow our hosts to authentically introduce your brand to our audience without strict time constraints.
We've also introduced an opening billboard opportunity, providing premium visibility across all shows for a full week. This 30-second slot, positioned after the cold open, ensures maximum audience attention.
Our comprehensive direct partnership package includes additional benefits such as onboarding calls with hosts, presence on our sponsor page, social media promotion, shareable commercials, and promotion to our 14,000+ ad-free club members.
At TWiT, we're committed to curating partnerships that add value for our tech-savvy audience. Our full-service team is ready to support your campaign from conception to launch, ensuring alignment with your growth goals and campaign objectives.
If you want to explore how TWiT can support your marketing strategy, please contact us at advertise@twit.tv. We look forward to discussing how we can help you connect with our engaged audience of technology enthusiasts.
Monday, March 25, 2024
TWiT.tv Excel's At Making Our Partner's Ads Stand Out
At TWiT, we excel at making our partner's ads stand out.
Our comprehensive continuity team includes:
★ **Copywriting**: Crafting compelling ad scripts to ensure your podcast ad stands out.
★ **Graphics**: Enhancing your lower third graphics to captivate viewers of our content.
★ **Production**: Shooting high-quality B-roll footage to leverage in your ad.
Our commitment to you with every paid minimum campaign:
★ Over-delivery of ad impressions through embedded placements.
★ Prominent presence on our sponsor page, show episode page, and in our RSS feed description.
★ Courtesy commercials available for use across all platforms except paid media.
★ Social media promotion on TWiT's X, Facebook, and LinkedIn channels.
★ Quarterly promotion in our weekly newsletter reaching over 14K fans.
★ Inclusion in our RSS feed description for all shows published in Club TWiT, reaching over 11K fans.
Are you ready to grow with us? Reach out to us at advertise@twit.tv.
Tuesday, March 19, 2024
Top Five Ways You Can Support Your Favorite Podcasts/Podcast Networks
Subscribe, subscribe, subscribe - and then listen/watch what you download. Remember, you can listen while cooking, exercising, driving, commuting, or doing a mundane task to keep your mind fresh, entertained, and educated.
Support podcast sponsors - simply visiting a sponsor's website and making a purchase is not enough. Use your podcast's offer code or visit their landing page so the podcaster gets credit. Less than 60% of TWiT's audience uses them based on our 2024 survey. If it were 100%, brands would know where you heard about them from.
Join podcast clubs or pay for your content. It costs money to make content. Have you ever heard how many people produce one episode of NPR's Upfirst? I understand they are public radio with deep pockets. Small/independent podcasters do more with less. Here at TWiT, we only have a handful of producers, and we produce fourteen shows. It takes the combined efforts of our hosts and producers to make it all happen, and they do not work for free. Fan support helps, especially since advertising has dwindled. TWiT fans can sign up here: https://twit.tv/clubtwit.
Reshare your favorite podcast episodes on social or repost your favorite podcast's posts. By sharing content, you help increase awareness and introduce your followers to the content you love. TWiT fans can follow us on YouTube, Facebook, X (@TWiT), Instagram (@twit.tv), TikTok (@twittok), Bluesky (@twit.tv), or apply to join our Mastodon.
Lastly, tell a friend! Word of mouth is one of the most powerful forms of advertising. If you enjoy content, tell a friend about it. Community is what makes podcasting great. Well, that and fantastic content.
Monday, February 26, 2024
What it Takes to Measure a Podcast Campaign
Wednesday, February 21, 2024
Host-Read Ads Stand Out
Even Spotify admits that host-read ads outperform other ads due to the audience's emotional connection and trust in the host. As podcast advertising gained popularity, host-read ads became advertisers' preferred format. However, voice talent podcast ads (read by actors and producers) have become increasingly popular with agencies.
Here are three reasons why you need to prioritize networks that offer host-read ads over voice talent ads:
1. The audience prefers to hear the ad read from the host, not from someone else. Listeners will pay closer attention to a host-read ad.
2. A host-read ad is more effective in creating an emotional connection with the audience because they trust the host with content, so they will trust the host with an ad read.
3. A longer interstitial host-read ad allows hosts to tell an engaging story about the brand, including testimonials, features and benefits, and a compelling reason why a listener would want to consider the brand. This drive conversions.
Brands may want to scale with voice talent ads due to their lower cost; however, they differ from host-read ads in response and pricing.