HOW TO BECOME A POPULAR AND SUCCESSFUL PODCASTER All by socadmin - November 24, 20220 As a podcast host, there are some skills and qualities you need to become successful as a Podcaster. Podcasts have become increasingly popular, and many brands have embraced it for its numerous benefits. For your podcast to stand out amidst others, there are some skills you have to possess to be an excellent host. While your podcast title might attract listeners, your qualities as a host will keep your listeners coming back for more episodes. And in this article, we'll be covering seven essential skills you need as a host so as to have a popular and successful podcast. Communication skills To be a successful podcast host, you must possess the ability to communicate and converse well. A podcast show goes beyond
HOW TO CREATE CAPTIVATING PODCAST INTRO EASILY All by socadmin - November 23, 20220 Making a good first impression is important in any human endeavor, and the world of Podcasting is no exception. The strength of your Podcast intro determines if you'll hold the attention of your audience of not. Therefore, developing a strong podcast intro needs to be worked on as your intro serves as the element to either attract or repel listeners. As a Podcaster, it is imperative to take the first ten seconds of your podcast show very seriously so it can lead potential listeners to tap into the substance of your show. And in this article, we'll be covering eight top elements to come up with a great and compelling podcast intro. Your Podcast Name This should come first in your podcast intro.
7 COMMON LIVE STREAMING PITFALLS AND HOW TO AVOID THEM All by socadmin - November 22, 20220 Live streaming has become very popular lately and individuals, businesses, not-for-profits and both local and international brands have taken the plunge. But there are some pitfalls and mistakes that have set the expert aside from the armatures. And in order to be successful in live streaming, one has to avoid falling into the various ditches associated with live streaming. For your live stream to meet up to expectations and be excellent, the following pitfalls must be carefully avoided. Inadequate Preparation In life generally, people get more successful in endeavors they prepare for than those they fail to prepare for. And live streaming is no exception. Viewers can easily tell when you are not prepared or inadequately prepared for your live stream. Being inadequately
ESSENTIAL TIPS TO AVOID HAZARDS IN YOUR RECORDING STUDIO All by socadmin - November 21, 20220 An hazard refers to any risk, object, situation, or behavior that has the potential to cause injury, ill health, or damage to property or the environment. The recording studio environment is not exempted from hazards. When proper care isn't taken, accidents can occur in the studio and result in loss of equipment, and in extreme situations, can result in loss of life. But the possibility of hazards in the recording studio should not scare you in any way. When safety precautions are taken, things will go on smoothly in the studio. And in this article, we'll be covering seven common hazards of a recording studio and also share essential tips to avoid them happening in your recording studio. ELECTROCUTION Electrocution is an hazard
10 TIPS TO HELP YOU GIVE CAPTIVATING TITLES TO YOUR RADIO AND TV SHOWS All by socadmin - November 19, 20220 Titles are given to programmes to distinguish them from others and spark the interest of listeners and viewers. As solid as your TV or radio show might be, a bad title is enough to sink it. And this means that you shouldn't choose a title for your show carelessly. Getting a title right is more important than ever given the numerous shows and programmes available to viewers. If you want your show to become a hit, then take due diligence in crafting out an appropriate, captivating title to it. And in this article, we'll be looking at ten tips to help you come up with a great and captivating title for your next show. Keep it Short Your show's title should be short enough
8 TOP WAYS TO MAKE MONEY FROM YOUR PODCAST All by socadmin - November 18, 20220 Podcasting presents a great way to reach listeners from all over the world and share your ideas and opinions with them. And it takes an investment of time and energy to grow a podcast audience and establish your presense in the podcast arena. But the beautiful thing is that your podcast can make money for you, if you want it to. For a new podcaster, monetizing your podcast won't happen in a day. But with patience and consistency, you can build a podcast that brings in decent income for you. And in this article, we’ll be covering the many ways you can monetize your podcast. Advertising and Sponsorships Advertising and sponsorship can be said to be the most popular way through which podcasters
10 ESSENTIAL TIPS TO PROTECT YOUR MUSIC STUDIO EQUIPMENT All by socadmin - November 17, 20220 Getting the right equipment for your music studio is very important, but that isn't all. Equipment don't and can't take care of themselves, and that is something you have to consciously do by yourself. As a Studio manager, Musician or Audio Producer, you need to be knowledgeable about how to preserve and protect the equipment that helps you produce great music. And in this article, we'll be covering ten essential tips to help you protect your music recording equipment from damage, theft or any other thing that can damage or shorten the life span of your studio equipment. Keep an Inventory of your Equipment It is important to keep an inventory of all the equipment in your studio. You can take the inventory
8 BEST BROADCASTING SOFTWARE FOR YOUR ONLINE RADIO STATION All by socadmin - November 16, 20220 Searching for a radio broadcasting software for your online radio? Then you are in the right place. In this article, we'll be covering eight best radio broadcasting software you can use for your online radio. SAM Broadcaster Pro SAM Broadcaster is currently a big name in internet radio. It is easy to install, simple to use and learn and it also comes with an built-in encoder which supports AAC+, Mp3, WAM & Vorbis. SAM Broadcaster supports pal scripting and it requires an external database which are Firebird, MySQL or Microsoft SQL Server. You can run SAM Broadcaster in three modes which are the Auto DJ Mode, Play queue mode and Manual mode. The features in SAM Briadcaster are organized in three desktop views. In Desktop A,
7 TOP TIPS FOR PRODUCING A SUCCESSFUL BAND RECORD All by socadmin - November 15, 20220 Producing a band record is a little different from producing a singer or songwriter. A band is made up of different people with different personalities, and they all have their different ideas and opinions about the music they are working on. And in this post, we'll be covering seven top tips for producing a successful band record. Avoid dictatorship Don't be a dictator. Don't shove your ideas and opinions down the throat of the band members. This results in friction and hampers further relationship with the band. Be friendly with whatever band you're working with and don't make anyone feel uncomfortable with a dictatorial approach. Patience Working with a band means you have to be really patient with every member of the team. When
HOW TO MAKE YOUR STUDIO ENVIRONMENT MORE COMFORTABLE FOR YOUR CLIENTS All by socadmin - November 10, 20220 A studio environment that is comfortable generally attracts clients. And a studio that doesn't lack clients will continue to make money. Happy customers become repeat customers, and they also refer others to your studio as well. And in this post, we'll be looking at ten tips to make your studio environment more comfortable and attractive to your clients. A Clean environment The environment and ambiance of your studio can attracts or repel people. Ensure your studio is clean, well organized and homely. Your studio should smell nice and look good to attract clients. Ensure that all surfaces are wiped free of dust at the beginning and end of the day. Few staffs and limited walk-ins during sessions When your clients are in the