In this episode, host Mason Cosby sits down with Josh Elledge, a podcasting strategist, to discuss how podcasting can be leveraged as a powerful tool for networking and fostering business relationships that lead to growth. They dive into actionable tips on creating successful podcasting strategies, booking high-value guests, and nurturing long-term relationships. ================================== Best Moments: (01:56) Josh explains why many podcasts fail after just seven episodes, and what it takes to push past this barrier (04:25) The art of reaching out to guests and getting them to appear on your show, even when you're just starting out (13:19) How to maintain and nurture relationships with podcast guests after the interview ends (18:28) Using a podcast as a means of generating business opportunities through referrals and word-of-mouth (20:58) The long-term benefits of consistently building high-value relationships through podcasting ================================== Guest Bio: Josh Eldridge is an expert in podcast strategy who has helped launch between 200-250 podcasts. With over 2,000 media appearances, he specializes in helping people build authority and cultivate strong business relationships. Josh is a strong advocate for the "go-giver" approach, using podcasts as a key relationship-building tool to grow both authority and business networks.