715 - From Seven Years of Intention To Taking Action Within 7 Days
Nov 10, 2023
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In this podcast, the host shares a coaching conversation where he helps Ryan overcome obstacles in pursuing his dream of writing a book and creating a podcast, promising to turn his dream into reality in just seven days. They discuss turning inspiration into action, recording equipment, and setting deadlines. The speaker also explores their concerns about how their business partners perceive their time spent on a passion project instead of traditional business tasks. They discuss the benefits of raising visibility for a company and industry, including joining a board of directors and starting a podcast.
Taking incremental steps can ignite a powerful chain reaction, propelling your dreams into existence.
Publishing both a podcast and a blog post can create a comprehensive content strategy that caters to different user preferences.
Building an email list from the beginning is essential for success and allows for personalized engagement with your audience.
Deep dives
Transitioning from technical consulting to helping people overcome obstacles
In this episode, the host discusses his transition from technical consulting in podcasting to focusing on helping people overcome obstacles that hinder them from pursuing their dreams. He shares how he realized that technical questions were a distraction from his true calling of helping individuals make their dreams a reality.
Coaching conversation on turning a seven-year dream into reality
The host shares a coaching conversation with a guest named Ryan, who has had a dream of writing a book and creating a podcast for seven years. They discuss concrete steps to bring Ryan's dream to life within seven days, including creating podcast artwork, writing a one-paragraph description, recording the first episode, and submitting the podcast to directories. They also explore potential topics and titles for the podcast.
Overcoming limiting beliefs and launching the podcast
The host addresses Ryan's concerns about launching a podcast, including the fear of being perceived as another podcast in an oversaturated market and possible reactions from his business partners. The host advises Ryan to focus on his unique voice and target audience and encourages him to have a conversation with his business partners. Ryan takes action, creates his first episode, launches his podcast called 'Make Real Stuff,' and receives positive feedback from friends, employees, and connections.
The Importance of Starting a Podcast and Blog
One of the key points discussed in the podcast is the importance of starting a podcast and accompanying blog. The host suggests that publishing your first episode and sharing it on platforms like LinkedIn can be a great way to kickstart your podcasting journey. Furthermore, the host recommends simultaneously publishing a related blog post that complements the podcast episode. This allows you to expand on the content, provide additional resources, and reach a wider audience. By incorporating both podcasting and blogging, you can create a comprehensive content strategy that caters to different user preferences and provides a more engaging experience.
The Significance of Building an Email List
Another significant insight discussed in the podcast is the importance of building an email list. The host emphasizes that starting a mailing list from the very beginning is essential for success. They recommend using a mailing list service provider that allows you to tag individuals and create segments for personalized email campaigns. Autoresponders are also suggested as a way to automatically deliver content to subscribers based on their sign-up date. The host acknowledges that there are various email service providers to choose from, such as Mailchimp, ConvertKit, and others, but the key is to select one that meets your needs and enables you to cultivate and engage with your audience effectively.
In today's episode, I share a transformative conversation highlighting how one coaching session can shift years of aspirations into rapid reality.
Recently, I had the pleasure of coaching Ryan Hamilton, a visionary who had been nurturing the dream of launching his own podcast and becoming an industry thought leader for seven years. During our intensive 90-minute session, Ryan sought to break free from the shackles of perfectionism and to gain momentum on his journey. We focused on practical steps that would empower him to "get the train out of the station" and bring his long-awaited passion project to the world.
This episode underscores a vital lesson: the 'perfect' time or idea is a myth that often impedes progress. Taking incremental, yet deliberate, steps can ignite a powerful chain reaction, propelling your dreams into existence. It’s about progress, not perfection.
My hope is that Ryan’s story and our coaching conversation inspire you to translate your intentions into tangible steps. Remember, starting with even the smallest act can lay the groundwork for greater achievements. And if you’re seeking guidance or a collaborative brainstorm to advance your objectives, I'm here to lend my expertise.
For those interested in exploring the Next Level Mastermind or a one-on-one coaching relationship, reach out to me directly at Cliff@CliffRavenscraft.com and use “Coaching” as your email subject. Let's make your vision a reality, together.
