The Podcaster's Guide to Staying Persistent and Motivated

01/11/23 • 18 min

Starting a podcast is just the beginning. There are countless challenges and obstacles that can arise along the way, from technical issues to lack of listeners to simply feeling burnt out. It's easy to get discouraged and want to throw in the towel, but one of the big keys to success in podcasting is persistence.
We've both experienced our fair share of setbacks and challenges in our own podcasting journeys. We've had to deal with everything from equipment malfunctions to scheduling conflicts to dealing with negative feedback from listeners. But despite these challenges, we've always remained committed and continued to push through.
In this episode, we'll share our own experiences with persistence and offering advice on how to stay motivated and keep going, even when the going gets tough. We'll discuss the importance of setting goals, finding a support system, and keeping a positive attitude. We'll also explore some of the common pitfalls podcasters make and how you can avoid them.
Whether you're just starting out in the world of podcasting or you've been at it for a while, this episode is sure to offer valuable insights and inspiration. (and you may find yourself being entertained, too!)
Tune in to learn more about the importance of persistence in podcasting and how to stay motivated and on track.
00:00 The evolution of podcasting and our podcast
08:52 The importance of authenticity and finding one's voice
10:27 Finding and connecting with your target audience
12:31 A clear and defined audience is crucial for effective marketing and promotion
14:37 Networking and collaboration
16:08-17:29 - Consistency and building a routine
17:29-18:52 - Experimenting with different formats and approaches

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To learn more about Larry Roberts & Marc Ronick, visit our websites:
podcastphd.pro
readilyrandom.com
ironickmedia.com
Join our Clubhouse community

Previous Episode

Welcome to Podcast PhD

Podcasting is quickly becoming a powerhouse for communicating on a mass scale, helping creators across the globe spread messages, education, and entertainment to engaged audiences. But with buzzwords and acronyms flying around–like RSS and metadata and does anyone actually know the difference between a condenser and a dynamic mic?–it can be easy to assume podcasting is out of the question for anyone that isn’t a technical genius. It shouldn’t be.
Hosted by podcast producers Marc Ronick and Larry Roberts, Podcast Ph.D. is the everybody guide to podcasting. Whether you’re looking to launch a new show and need help choosing your software and equipment or you’re five seasons in and want tips to grow your audience, head back to AV school with hosts who are passionate–not pretentious–about growing powerful podcasts.
By covering the basics, discussing best practices, and sharing expert insights for all levels of creators and editors, Podcast Ph.D. is proving that anyone can be a podcaster. Leave the jargon behind and join the talking heads who have made all the mistakes, learned from experience, and are giving you permission to do the same. It’s time to earn that Ph.D.
In their natural, laid-back style, Marc and Larry will be covering the topics you want to learn about in a way that is easy to not only understand, but to begin implementing on your own right away: What microphones and cameras should you be buying? How do you piece together a great episode without overediting? How can you grow an audience? How can you monetize and quit your day job? Whatever your questions or your experience level is, this show will teach you how to take the step that’s next in your personal podcasting journey.

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Revolutionizing Podcasting with ChatGPT

In this episode, we dive deep into the world of AI, specifically OpenAI's, ChatGPT. We share our personal experiences with it so far and how obsessed we've become with it! We'll also some diffeeent ways it can be used for podcasting, from transcriptions to show notes to a whole lot more! Plus, we'll dive into the potential implications of this technology as well as how it can be used to save time and increase creativity.

Timeline Summary:

(0:00) Introduction to ChatGPT and its potential uses in podcasting
(1:19) Personal experiences with chat GPT and the impact it has had
(2:06) Using ChatGPT for show notes and transcripts
(12:32) Potential uses of ChatGPT in other industries such as government and robotics
(25:08) Repurposing content using ChatGPT
(27:28) Conclusion and encouragement for listeners to play around with the technology

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ironickmedia.com
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Podcast PhD - The Podcaster's Guide to Staying Persistent and Motivated

Transcript

Larry Roberts 00:00

Any of these mistakes, there's no need to freeze up. There's no need to think that you just ruined it and you have to start from scratch. Just keep going, keep providing value. Keep delivering that message and keep relating to your audience. Alright, so we're gonna kick this thing off, but who's gonna do the intro? Mark, do you want to do it or

Marc Ronick 00:21

I don't care. You can do it.

Larry Roberts