Why Podcasters Shouldn’t Be Afraid to Ask for a Favor

You’re Already Offering Value. It’s Okay to Ask for Something Back

You show up. You record. You edit. You share stories, lessons, and insights every week (or every other—hey, we see you).

But when it comes time to ask your audience for something?
A share. A review. A newsletter sign-up…

Many podcasters hesitate. And we get it. Asking can feel weird.

But here’s the truth: if your podcast is giving people something valuable, it’s totally okay to ask for support in return.

Think of It as a Two-Way Relationship

Podcasting isn’t a monologue, it’s a relationship. And healthy relationships have reciprocity.

If you’re consistently offering free content that educates, inspires, or entertains, your audience wants to support you. They just might need the nudge.

Small Asks = Big Wins

These simple favors can go a long way:

👍 Ask for a 5-star review
💌 Encourage newsletter sign-ups
📲 Invite shares on social media
🗣 Prompt referrals to a friend or coworker

Each of these actions expands your reach and strengthens your community without costing your audience more than a minute of their time.

Make the Ask Clear + Easy

• Tell them exactly what to do
  

• Remind them why it helps
  

• Keep it short, clear, and confident
  

And if you’re feeling extra generous? Give them something back, like a shout-out or bonus content.

Need Support Making Your Calls-to-Action Stronger?

🎯 Book an Impact Assessment

We’ll review your current show flow and help you optimize your intros, outros, and audience engagement to build trust and growth.

You don’t have to do this alone. And your audience wants to help you succeed.