Welcome, fellow pod nerds, to another episode of Pod Savvy Guide. Today, Steph, your pod-savvy guide, dives into a familiar feeling for many creators: imposter syndrome in podcasting. Steph shares her journey through early challenges, from technical mishaps to navigating intimidating interviews, and explores how overcoming these experiences shaped her confidence in podcasting.

Key Moments and Lessons:

• First Interview Nerves: Steph recalls her first interview with someone she admired, feeling overwhelmed by the setup and the stakes. Yet, through pushing past the anxiety, she realized that growth happens on the other side of discomfort.

• Learning Through Mistakes: From early audio issues to repetitive questions, Steph reflects on these moments as learning experiences that ultimately improved her skills. Every misstep became a lesson, reinforcing that mistakes are part of the journey.

• From Hobby to Career: When she started a real estate podcast for her dad’s business, Steph felt the pressure of working on something with professional stakes. Yet, this challenge helped solidify podcasting as an essential part of her life and career.

• Building Community: Starting the Utah Podcast Coalition was a huge leap. Despite feeling out of her depth, Steph found support in a community of podcasters who inspired her to see her strengths and keep pushing forward.

Encouragement for Fellow Podcasters:

Steph’s message is simple: imposter syndrome shows up when you’re growing. Each moment of self-doubt is a sign of progress and learning. Whether you’re just starting out or diving into a new aspect of podcasting, keep going. You have something unique to offer, and only you can share your voice in your own way.

Takeaways:

• Every podcaster faces imposter syndrome: You’re not alone.
• Mistakes are valuable lessons: Each mishap teaches something essential.
• Push through the discomfort: Growth happens beyond your comfort zone.
• Build connections: A supportive community can be a powerful motivator.

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