Ourselves Podcast 10 Things You Need To Know About Starting A Podcast
Starting a podcast sounded like a dream. But three months in, I’ve learned the raw truth: it's a full-time job, it’s humbling, and it’s not for the faint of heart. In this solo episode, I break down the 10 most important lessons I’ve learned so far—from getting hate online to learning how to handle burnout, bad audio, inconsistent platform performance, and the pressure to grow without a return.
If you’ve ever thought about launching a podcast (or any creative venture), this episode is for you. Whether you're just starting out or already in the game, these lessons are real, unfiltered, and straight from my experience.
00:00 Introduction
01:00 The Reality of Podcasting Workload
06:45 Balancing Podcasting with Life
08:19 The Financial Aspect of Podcasting
11:01 Platform Performance Insights
12:18 The Power of Viral Content
13:19 Social Media Conversion Rates
14:34 Instagram vs. TikTok Performance
16:06 Podcast Platform Rankings
18:25 Challenges with TikTok Scheduling
20:01 Initial Spike and Momentum
21:15 Capitalizing on Momentum
22:59 Overcoming Fear of Posting
24:34 Understanding Non-Linear Growth
27:31 Reflecting on the Journey
27:57 Call to Action: Support the Show
28:26 Gratitude and Future Plans
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