FAQs:

• Why did Torsten start The Solar Journey?

  • ​Read Torsten's story here.

  • Check out previous takes here.

• What is the typical duration of a recording?

  • Recording should take around 45 mins.

• What is the primary language spoken?

  • ​English

• How are audio and video recorded?​

  • ​Audio and video are recorded via Zoom.

• Where are the audio and video recordings published?​

  • We provide the audio and video recording here on the Solar Journey website and youtube.

• What information do you need from me ahead of time?

  • Before the recording, please visit our Onboarding Page to fill out the registration materials.​

• What are my Twitter and Linkedin links used for?​

  • We provide the links to your public social media channel(s) in the episode information so that interested parties may reach out to you directly.

• What is my CV utilized for?​

  • Torsten will reference your CV in the episode so that subscribers may get a better idea of your background in the industry and get a taste of what you're working on now. Small descriptions will be given in the information section of the episode posts.

• Where are marketing items promoted?

  • Marketing items are promoted on the Solar Journey Linkedin page.​​

• Have unique ideas for the episode?

  • Awesome! Let Torsten know directly.

• What type of audience engages with the Solar Journey Podcast?

  • Solar technology "nerds"

  • Renewables "nerds"

  • Solar entrepreneurs and founders

  • Clean tech investors

  • All management levels of solar companies

  • Solar Professors

  • Renewables Activists

  • Students

  • Solar media experts​​​

What to Expect:

• How does the day-of recording work, and what will Torsten and I talk about?

  • ​When you enter the zoom meeting, we will still be off the record. We'll check in, have a chat, and check the lighting and sound. Then we decide together when I should press the record button.

  • Once we start...

1. Torsten will welcome the listeners.

2. Torsten will introduce you via your CV.

3. We will have some conversation about your career.

4. Torsten will ask a few main questions:

   • "Why did you move into the renewable space?"

   • "What is your biggest learning for founding, starting up (or running a company), leading a group

     of people, and/or achieving great results?"

   • "What advice would you give listeners who want to become successful founders or scientists? Do you have a special book you'd recommend on that subject?"

   • "What is the value proposition of your company's product/services?"

   • UNIQUE IDEAS/TOPICS (let me know upfront what you like to address).

   • "What does it take to get the renewable energy industry to the next level? How do we get to 100% renewables fast?"

5. Torsten will close out the recording​

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We at the Solar Journey Podcast hope this clears up any questions you may have going into your guest appearance! If you have any additional questions, please reach out to Torsten directly (torsten@solarjourney.blog). Also, don't forget to fill out the Guest Registration before you leave!