HOW: Tips for Naming Your Podcast

HOW

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What's in a name...Everything

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Check for duplicates

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WARNING! Avoid keyword stuffing

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The 3 ways of naming podcasts

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Option 1 –The Clever Name

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Search engine

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People should be able to locate

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Famous examples

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Option 2 –The Descriptive Name

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First choice

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Avoid tongue twisters

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Option 3 –Using your own name

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Your name

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World class performers

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How to Choose a Podcast Format

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HOW TO PODCAST: Tips for Naming Your Podcast

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