169: The Podcast Move That 10X’ed My Network and Confidence | Damon Lembi

Damon Lembi never set out to become a podcaster. But 2 years, 160+ episodes, and thousands of conversations later, he can say this with confidence: podcasting has been the single most transformative tool in his professional growth.

In this solo episode, Damon breaks down the 8 ways podcasting has made him a better leader, communicator, and human being and why every professional should seriously consider stepping behind the mic.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

- Why podcasting is the ultimate communication gym

- How storytelling on-air can make you more persuasive off-air

- What podcasting does for your confidence and clarity

- The hidden networking power that comes with each episode

- Why podcasting forces you to become a better listener and improviser

- How hosting a show accelerates your learning and thought leadership

- The simple way to turn one podcast guest spot into 10 pieces of content

- Why your personal brand matters (even if you don’t think it does)

Timestamps:

00:00 – Damon’s confession: The one unexpected thing that changed his career

00:35 – #1: How podcasting sharpened his communication

01:10 – #2: Why repetition made him a better storyteller

01:50 – #3: Overcoming fear and building confidence through reps

02:30 – #4: 10x network growth—and the power of asking

03:00 – #5: How the mic made him a better listener at work and at home

03:45 – #6: Learning to improvise and build trust fast

04:20 – #7: The accelerated learning effect (and why it feels like free coaching)

05:15 – #8: How podcasting helped him build a real, visible personal brand

06:10 – Guesting vs. hosting: Where to start and what tools to use

06:50 – Why you don’t need followers—just courage

07:10 – A final reflection: Podcasting made me better. It can do the same for you.

Resources & Mentions:

Episode with Marques Ogden: https://youtu.be/dqsRJhGIeFI?si=98MKdtArx30guTBE

Episode with Stephen M.R. Covey: https://youtu.be/iP6cnAqNwIc?si=pl6lCTHKgM9v-sn5

Episode with Doug Conant: https://youtu.be/418p49ClihY?si=YuLozGLm4VsFXM1B

Episode with Dr. Jessica Kriegel: https://youtu.be/TUJ-8zUolI4?si=UNYpf_LwQ5pzi2Ni

Episode with Matt Dixon: https://youtu.be/0LpEfvxsOYs?si=mAEJwxIREFnmeg3g

PodMatch: Tool to book guest spots: https://www.podmatch.com/

Opus Clip to make podcast clips: https://www.opus.pro/

Pat Flynn’s Guide: How to Start a Podcast in 2025: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/

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