Guest FAQ

For in-person interviews, please arrive at least 15 minutes before our scheduled start time. This allows us to welcome you, offer a brief studio tour, and make any last-minute preparations. Water, coffee, and tea will be available; please let us know if you have any specific preferences or needs.

For remote interviews, time slots include a few extra minutes before and after the recording session. This is important to ensure the quality of the recording, so please connect to the session at the scheduled time.

The recording time might be a bit longer, but upon release, each interview is designed to run between 30-40 minutes, broken down into several segments to keep the conversation dynamic and engaging. We’ll adhere to this timeline as closely as possible to respect your schedule.

Review the interview segments and think about the key messages you’d like to share:

Echoes of Innovation

• What is it?
  A deep dive into your journey using storytelling to explore agreed-upon topics. We aim to use stories to build and release tension, guided by the host’s questions.

• How does it work?
  The host will guide the conversation with carefully crafted questions designed to delve deep into your experiences, drawing out insightful stories that highlight the human aspects behind technological innovation.

Blueprints of Innovation

• What is it?
  A shorter segment focusing on specific technologies or tools you find significant. It’s a chance to highlight how certain innovations are making an impact.

• What should I prepare?
  Think about a technology or innovation you’re passionate about or that represents a key development in your field. We’ll discuss its impact, application, and potential briefly.

Innovator’s Playbook

• What is it?
  Here, we offer practical advice to our listeners, concluding with a book or media recommendation from you. It’s about actionable insights based on our conversation.

• How should I prepare?
  Consider the advice or strategies you’ve found invaluable in your journey. Also, choose a book or piece of media that has inspired you or significantly influenced your professional outlook.

Absolutely! We welcome and encourage you to share any current projects, initiatives, or works you’re passionate about during our conversation. It enriches the discussion and provides valuable context for our listeners.

We have got you covered! Our interviews allow for the natural flow of conversation, and it’s perfectly okay if you misspeak or need to correct something. We can pause and revisit any part of the conversation as needed. Our goal is to make you feel comfortable and ensure your insights are clearly conveyed.

We are here to ensure our guests feel comfortable and supported throughout the process. We will guide you every step of the way and aim to create an environment where you can share your insights naturally and confidently. Just be yourself, and we’ll take care of the rest.

In preparing for the interview, we encourage you to focus on the broader lessons learned and insights gained from your experiences, using generic descriptions for projects and roles to maintain confidentiality. Emphasize positive outcomes and the growth opportunities these experiences provided, steering clear of specifics that might identify clients or sensitive projects. Remember, our recording isn’t live, and we have the flexibility to edit out any slip-ups or sections you’re uncomfortable with after the fact. This process ensures we can share your valuable insights while respecting all confidentiality agreements and professional relationships.

The Innovation Tales podcast employs a comprehensive promotion strategy to ensure each episode reaches a wide, engaged audience. Here’s how we do it and how you can play a part:

• Multi-Platform Release: We distribute each episode across over 20 podcast players, including major platforms like Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Google Podcasts, as well as on YouTube and our dedicated website, https://innovation-tales.com . This multi-channel approach maximizes our reach and accessibility.

• Social Media Engagement: We create buzz around each episode through announcements and engaging short teasers posted on LinkedIn, X (formerly Twitter), and Instagram. Our social media strategy is designed to spark interest and drive listeners to the full episode.

• Guest-Driven Promotion: Upon the release of your episode, we’ll provide you with a personalized promotion kit. This kit includes a dedicated banner, URLs for direct access to the episode, and suggested social media posts. Sharing these materials with your network not only amplifies the reach of your episode but also enhances engagement with your personal and professional audience.

• Collaborative Promotion: We encourage an open dialogue about any specific promotional activities you’d like to pursue. Whether it’s a live Q&A session on social media following the episode release or sharing the episode in industry newsletters, we’re here to support and amplify your voice.

Your involvement in promoting your episode is invaluable. By sharing the episode with your network and engaging with our promotional efforts, you help extend the reach of our conversation, making a greater impact on listeners interested in innovation and digital transformation.

We suggest wearing something that makes you feel comfortable yet presentable. Business casual is a safe choice. The goal is to ensure you feel at ease during our conversation while maintaining a professional appearance for any visual content.