355 Pat Cheung - How to Build a Community of Podcast Superfans

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Ever wondered how diverse backgrounds can lead to success in podcasting? In this episode, I speak with Pat Cheung, founder of Fanlist, a platform designed to enhance fan engagement for podcasters. With over 15 years in tech and a rich history in banking and UX design, Pat brings a unique perspective to the podcasting world.

We dive into Pat's journey from banking to tech entrepreneurship, exploring how his varied experiences shaped his approach to creating Fanlist. Pat shares insights on the importance of passion in entrepreneurship and how his love for solving problems with technology led him to the podcasting industry.

Beyond his entrepreneurial journey, we discuss the evolution of Fanlist from its beginnings as PodInbox to its current form, offering a suite of tools for podcasters to connect with and monetize their fanbase. We also touch on the challenges of marketing in the tech space and the role of AI in refining business strategies.

Join us for an engaging conversation that uncovers the intersections of tech, entrepreneurship, and podcasting. Click to listen and discover how Pat's story might inspire your own podcasting journey! Episode Sponsor FullCast – https://fullcast.co/ Key Takeaways 00:00 Intro

01:10 Transition from Banking to Tech Entrepreneurship

06:03 The Path to UX Design and Product Management

08:43 Founding a Healthcare Startup

15:06 Innovative Podcast Monetization

16:14 Evolution of Fanless from Pot Inbox

18:10 Innovative Fan Engagement Platform

37:35 The Art and Science of Real Estate Negotiation

46:26 Misunderstood Entrepreneurial Persona Tweetable Quotes"I feel like I've had many lives over the course of my career, and one life was in banking. I was in mortgages, learned a lot about that, and even tried to start a startup around real estate before.""I just love the people that I meet in podcasting because they come in from such diverse backgrounds, and I have a pretty diverse one.""I think there's a better way to do this. Maybe the ego got the best of me, really."Resources Mentioned LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/patcheung/

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