Episode Prep and Agenda
Agenda
Here’s a detailed agenda for today’s episode based on the previous episode summary and your format:
Episode Agenda: Leadership Challenges and Strategic Planning
Opening Warm-Up (0:00 – 10:00)
• Greeting and Rapport Building:
• Jay and Wesley share a cheerful “Good morning” and discuss local updates.
• Brief reflections on personal or team challenges to segue into the day’s themes.
• Follow-Up on Previous Action Items:
• Recap key takeaways from the last episode:
1. HR challenges and solutions.
2. Branding updates for The CEO’s Grind podcast.
3. Partnership case study and insights.
Segment 1: Recap and Growth (10:01 – 20:00)
• Deep Dive into Last Week’s Progress:
• Updates on resolving HR issues discussed in the last episode.
• Reflect on the impact of adjustments made to the podcast strategy (e.g., new branding elements or short-form content plans).
Segment 2: Long Topic of the Day (20:01 – 40:00)
• Title: “Overcoming Leadership Obstacles and Building a Fearless Mindset”
• Part 1: Key leadership traits for managing underperformance.
• Examples and actionable strategies from Jay and Wesley’s experiences.
• Part 2: Building confidence in business partnerships and ventures.
• Discuss the featured beauty salon startup story and tie it to broader entrepreneurial lessons.
Segment 3: Looking Ahead (40:01 – 50:00)
• Future-Focused Goals:
• Break down promotional strategies for upcoming episodes.
• Brainstorm collaborative opportunities for future guest appearances.
Closing (50:01 – 60:00)
• Recap of Today’s Key Points:
• Leadership strategies, podcast growth, and case study takeaways.
• Teaser for Next Episode:
• A brief overview of what’s next (e.g., financial planning for scaling a podcast).
• Call to Action:
• Encourage the audience to subscribe, share, and engage with the content.
Would you like additional scripting or visual slide suggestions for this agenda?
Your suggestion to structure the podcast into 10-minute increments aligns well with engaging and focused content delivery. Here’s how this format could look in practice:
1. Opening Warm-Up (10 minutes):
• Introductions and setting the stage for the day.
• Brief recap of previous episodes or key takeaways.
2. Segment 1: Main Series Introduction:
• Example: “Welcome to The CEO Grind Podcast! Today, we’re continuing our series on standing up a podcast business in 90 days. Let’s dive into [specific topic].”
• Set a visual or audio cue to signal the end of this section.
3. Segment 2: Deep Dive (10 minutes):
• Focus on a more detailed discussion about the main topic of the day.
• Include examples, guest insights, or interactive audience comments.
4. Segment 3: Long Topic (20 minutes):
• Transition with a clear verbal cue: “Now, let’s explore our topic of the day in depth: [specific topic].”
• Dive into nuanced discussions, debates, or more technical aspects of the subject.
• Use visuals, slides, or sound effects for transitions to maintain audience interest.
5. Closing Segment (10 minutes):
• Wrap up key points from the episode.
• Set expectations for the next episode and call to action (subscribe, visit the blog, etc.).
Benefits of This Format
• Pacing: Keeps energy high and avoids overloading any segment.
• Engagement: Allows listeners to stay focused without commitment to overly long sessions.
• Scalability: Each segment can be repurposed as standalone content (e.g., shorts or reels).
Would you like a sample script or content breakdown tailored to this structure?