Finding the Time<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Time is a scarce commodity these days, so it\u2019s understandable that it may cause some hesitancy. We always have something to do, whether that be work or relaxation, our time is valuable. But that doesn\u2019t mean it\u2019s completely impossible to find a bit of time in the day to dedicate to podcasting. Especially if it\u2019s something that you\u2019ve been wanting to do for a while!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The key to finding time is to be okay with small moments. As we covered in our blog post, How to Start Your Own Podcast<\/a>, there\u2019s more work than you might expect that goes into creating a podcast. Not only recording and editing, but planning, researching, and practicing play an essential role in crafting an amazing podcast. This isn\u2019t meant to discourage, but rather, to help understand the small moments in your routine where you can spend time working on your podcast. During your commute, you could edit your script or practice what you want to say, or on weekends when you have a breather you could spend a few minutes editing aspects of your podcast. Sneaking time in your day to focus on your podcast can help you cross the finish line.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nothing beats dedicated time, though. If you\u2019re able to, then finding a set time each week to sit down and really focus will make a world of difference. Hobbies and projects require committed time in order to see the light of day. Each of us has time in our day for what we deem as important. Mark your podcast as one of those priorities!<\/p>\n\n\n\n With a sea of other shows, it can seem intimidating to share your work. But no one else has your voice, your opinions, and your unique outlook on life. Many beginner podcasters can get stuck at this stage \u2013 what\u2019s the right thing to talk about? There\u2019s no magic answer for what topic to cover, but we can share a secret with you<\/a>; pick something you love<\/em> and just go from there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You don’t need to find the perfect topic, the perfect artwork, the perfect words, you just need to find something you are passionate about and speak on it. Your sincerity will pour through your listeners\u2019 speakers if you choose something you care about.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Julie Cameron, the author of The Artist\u2019s Way, puts it, well, perfectly: \u201cPerfectionism thrives on comparison and competition. It doesn’t know how to say, \u2018Good try,\u2019 or \u2018Job well done.\u2019 The critic does not believe in creative glee–or any glee at all, for that matter.<\/em>\u201d It can be all too easy to look at other podcasters and compare your work to theirs. And doing so can create quite a discouraging effect. It may even stop you from trying at all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Perfectionism couples almost too well with the fear of failure. A major obstacle for podcasters, and many other types of creators, is the fear of failure. The fear that what they put into the world is not going to unfold in the way they want, in a way they perceive as \u201csuccessful.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n However, reframing the idea of failure can combat the very idea of fear. You might have heard it said before, but it bears repeating, there is no such thing as failure. You had the courage to share your ideas with the rest of the world and that in itself is success. If what you created isn\u2019t exactly as you had hoped, then treat it as the learning experience it is! You learned how to craft, record, edit, and market a podcast. Those are indispensable skills that can carry you on to your next project. Just because one idea didn\u2019t work out the way you thought it would doesn\u2019t mean the next one won\u2019t! And even better, you have that whole experience under your belt. You\u2019re not starting from square one anymore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Failure is<\/em> scary, but it doesn\u2019t have to be. If you\u2019re passionate about podcasting, about the topic you\u2019ve chosen, and proud of the work you\u2019ve done, then it\u2019s anything but a failure!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Podcasting is a wonderful journey for those who choose to embark on it. Don\u2019t stop yourself from being one! Challenge yourself and sign up today!<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe Perfect Fit<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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