Select Categories: Choose the most accurate categories/subcategories for your show to help listeners find you.

Use Analytics: Leverage Firstory's dashboard to understand your listener demographics (age, gender) and tailor content accordingly.

Promote Subscriptions: Explicitly ask listeners to "Follow" or "Subscribe" during your intro/outro to ensure auto-downloads.

Apple Promo: Submit your show via Apple Podcasts Promotional Request to get featured.

Catchy Packaging: High-income and younger demographics often browse charts. Ensure your Episode Title and Cover Art are visually appealing and relevant to current trends.

Cross-Promotion: Appearing on established podcasts allows you to pitch your show to an existing audience, leading to a spike in new subscribers.

Build Community: Engage with feedback on social media.

Monetization: Use Firstory’s Subscription/Membership tools. Building a paying subscriber base signals high engagement, which platforms may favor in the future.