Podcasting has become a noisy place. There are now A LOT of voices sharing what makes or breaks a podcast creator's success. But the truth is - only YOU can make that call. Your success markers will look very differently than another's, which means your goals sets will best serve you if they are created based on your unique version of success in the stage you're in. Yes - there are always best-practices - but what measures success is usually a little deeper than a download.

Creating and achieving small, purposeful goals—rather than rigid benchmarks set by others—can transform your mindset, boost your confidence, and help you build a podcast (and life) you truly love. You’ll learn the powerful difference between outside expectations and goal-setting rooted in your “why,” discover actionable steps to start your own podcast adventure, and get inspired to celebrate every bit of progress along your path. If you’re ready to give yourself permission to succeed and show up as your boldest self, this episode is your guide.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• The power of crafting goals that align with your authentic self and unique creative vision
• How to distinguish between external expectations and purposeful, self-driven goals
• The brain science behind positive self-talk and giving yourself permission to be successful

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Ep.184 - The First Step To Starting Is Permission

Ep.185 - The 3 Steps To Creating A Podcast From Purpose

Ep.179 - Should I Start A Podcast?

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If you have discovered a bigger message recently that is calling you and you’re ready to lean in and take the first steps in leaning into your purpose by starting your own podcast, then this episode is for YOU.

In this episode I'll show you how to put that inspiration to action in a three-step process that will guide you with question prompts in how to use your purpose and define your core values to create a more centered and authentic podcast concept. You'll especially walk away understanding exactly how you want to show up for others and how you want to feel each time you sit down to create an episode. The concepts I share with you in this episode go way beyond podcasting and can be applied to creating a more purposeful life - with the podcast being your first step.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How to listen to your intuition and honor the courage it takes to pursue your dreams
• The transformative power of creating and building a purpose-driven podcast
• The art of podcasting as a craft—how to make your message distinct and meaningful
• How to embed your purpose, core values, and mission into every step you take

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More episodes on this topic:

Ep.184 - The First Step To Starting Is Permission

Ep.183 - The Secret To Starting Over

Ep.179 - Should I Start A Podcast?

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I invite you to finally take the leap— your new season is asking you to embrace it. Creating this chapter with your self-expression, message and creativity at the helm, is nothing short of magic.

But it takes risk. Choosing a new direction or launching something you've never done before requires permission to think differently, believe in what you know is possible deep down and trust that it's worth finding out what happens next.

If you’re caught between excitement and uncertainty, or you find yourself stuck in preparation mode, this episode is the nudge you need to step into action and bring your ideas to life. You’ll find inspiration to assess your resources, give yourself permission to make mistakes, and cultivate the confidence to start. It’s time to claim your moment!

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why giving yourself permission to start messy is the key to launching your dream project
• When and how to push past fear, people-pleasing, and internal resistance to create a life that’s true to your purpose
• Why your passion and purpose never go away, even during pauses, and how to use that energy to plan for your next leap

Links:

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More episodes on this topic:

Ep.45 - Launch The Creative Business You've Always Wanted By Starting A Podcast

Ep.46 - BEGIN PODCASTING: 3 Steps To Defining Your Message with Purpose

Ep.179 - Should I Start A Podcast?

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Whether you’re in the midst of a major life transition or considering a fresh start - I want to remind you that the messy middle that comes along with this kind of shift, requires a lot of self-kindness.

One great way to begin to invite in more kindness with yourself is to be curious. To allow for questions like "what if" to exist and begin to lead the way.

I talk about taking bold action in this episode - but I want to think of this as "curious & creative action". What answers are coming up when you ask yourself "what if?" Then what is one small action you can take to follow that curiosity that feels fun and creative?

I share with you the time in my life where I was discovering this for the first time and how my "what if" turned into the discovery of new interests and the exploration of developing characters and a story for these characters to come to life within.

I got curious and then I took action by getting creative in ways that were new to me.

That led to new possibilities that would have not presented themselves if I wasn't already on this path of permission. I truly believe that possibility follows permission.

Before I knew it - my life was evolving and a new chapter was emerging.

What comes up when you ask "what if"?

Then what is a bold action or in other words a "new curious and creative action" that you might take to explore your "what if"?

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How being curious, letting go and taking small creative action can lead you towards fulfillment
• The power of "what if"
• How permission and curiosity are an act of self-kindness
• How you have the power to change your life
• Why it's never too late to start over

Links:

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Ep.176 - Are You Pivoting Your Career? The 4 KEY Ways Starting A Podcast Will Drive Clarity

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What happens when unexpected change becomes the launchpad for powerful new beginnings? Today, I sit down with Rebecca Dhrimaj and Adine Stone, co-founders of The Empathy Collective and former corporate colleagues who transformed a difficult layoff experience into a thriving consulting business—born out of a podcast, E3: Engage and Empower with Empathy.

You’ll hear firsthand how Rebecca and Adine turned career setbacks into opportunities for personal and professional growth by leveraging their strengths in empathy, human connection and their friendship.

Listen in to hear how a seemingly ordinary partnership blossomed into a deep, collaborative friendship—and how, after losing their jobs, they leaned on each other, navigating the emotional roller coaster of loss, identity, and reinvention. Inspired by interviews on their own show, E3: Engage and Empower with Empathy.

Whether you’re facing a major transition, curious about how empathy can shape organizational culture, or looking for inspiration to trust your own intuition, and lean into your authentic path with the help of podcasting - this episode will leave you with practical insights and a renewed sense of possibility.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How unexpected changes and setbacks can catalyze authentic growth and new paths
• Why empathy is a strategy—and not just a “soft skill”—for building resilient, human-centered businesses
• Reframing “failure” and layoffs as opportunities to rediscover your purpose and gifts
• The natural evolution of transforming the power of podcasting into a thriving business

Links:

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Watch my episode on the E3: Engage and Empower with Empathy podcast

More from Rebecca Dhrimaj & Adine Stone:

Visit: www.theempathycollective.com

Listen on Spotify: E3: Engage and Empower with Empathy

Watch on Youtube: E3: Engage and Empower with Empathy

LinkedIn: @theEmpathyCollectiveLLC

Instagram: @theempathycollectivellc

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Ep.176 - Are You Pivoting Your Career? - The 4 Key Ways Starting A Podcast Will Drive Clarity

Ep.140 - How Tapping Into Our Creativity Brings Us Closer To Our Humaness w/ Paul D. Casey

Ep.138 - Why Being One With Each Other Is The Answer with Andrea Swinton

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Where in your life can you give yourself more permission and space to have fun? To be creative, to have a passion project just for you? Or to express something you love with the world?

Today, I am joined by Jeff Large, founder of Come Alive Creative, a branded podcast production agency, much like mine. We explore how Jeff discovered the importance of connecting with nature—not just for his own well-being, but as a catalyst for creativity and personal growth.

Jeff shares about his journey launching his passion project "Outdoor Sounds," a unique podcast featuring immersive nature recordings, born from his love of nature and exploring the wild paired with his other passion - audio capture. After seemingly doing everything "right" to grow his business as a founder, Jeff found himself feeling more disconnected from the part of the business that was fulfilling - the creativity!

We explore the possibility of burnout presenting as a lack of fulfillment and how a creative and passionate project can restore our internal balance, well-being and lead to more successes both in business and personally.

Whether you’re navigating your own entrepreneurial path, searching for ways to feel more fulfillment, or simply intrigued by the intersection of well-being, nature, and creativity and it's influence on our success -this episode is your invitation to tune in, and reconnect with what lights you up.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why pursuing a passion can refresh your sense of purpose and lead to more fulfilling success in business (and life)
• How your core values get to lead the way
• How being in nature and practicing observation can translate to becoming a better listener and improve your interpersonal relationships
• How to grant yourself permission to rest, play, and follow what truly lights you up

Links:

Activate Your Goddess Era with Podcasting

More from Jeff Large:

Visit: https://comealivecreative.com/

Listen: Outdoor Sounds

Connect on LinkedIn: @JeffLarge

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Ep.180 - Rewilding After Burnout w/ Penni Cox

Ep.163 - How To Turn Your Passion Into Profit w/ Darcie Cameron

Ep.140 - How Tapping Into Our Creativity Brings Us Closer To Our Humanness w/ Paul D. Casey

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What if healing from overwhelm, overthinking or burnout...could be as simple as spending time with Nature?

In this enlivening episode, I sit down with Penni Cox, from South Africa, who is a psychologist, TEDx speaker, and founder of Alive Eco-Journeys. Penni shares her inspiring story of personal and professional transformation—moving from years of international humanitarian work and mental health counseling, through a challenging period of burnout in New York, to a profound healing journey rooted in nature.

Together, w explore how reconnecting with the natural world can spark creativity, accelerate healing, and help restore both physical and mental well-being. You’ll hear why Penni believes nature is the “better therapist,” how simple acts like being barefoot on the earth or nurturing a houseplant can foster a sense of belonging, and what science reveals about the restorative power of the outdoors.

Whether you’re navigating burnout, seeking more balance, or simply longing for more joy and connection, this conversation will invite you to rediscover your "ecological self" or your "wild self"—and gently remind you that awe and aliveness might be closer than you think.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How burnout can show up for high-achieving creatives, empaths, and business owners—and why it’s not a sign of failure
• The healing power of nature as an accessible, low-effort tool for reconnecting with purpose and overcoming overwhelm, overthinking or burnout
• Science-backed ways that time in nature improves both mental and physical wellbeing
• How to tap into awe, curiosity, and small steps to invite more aliveness into your daily life and creative process

Links:

Activate Your Goddess Era with Podcasting

More from Penni Cox:

Visit: www.aliveecojourneys.com

IG: @alive_ecojourneys

LinkedIn: @PenniCox

More episodes on this topic:

Ep.146 - How To Tune Into The Music of The Body & Mind To Heal w/ Christianne Wolff

Ep.91 - Unlock Your Natural State Of Abundance w/ Kara Bitar

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We are diving into the core reasons to start a podcast!

Drawing from my years of experience in the podcast industry (over a decade!), running a full service podcast production agency, freelance producing, teaching classes, speaking at industry events, and judging podcast competitions -

I've had the amazing privilege to maintain an insider look at how podcasts come together and what inspires them into existence.

Whether it's healing through shared struggles, igniting passion around a beloved topic, amplifying lived experiences, or channeling expertise into meaningful conversations - podcasters have been changing how we have conversations and how we connect and feel seen and heard.

If you’ve ever wondered whether podcasting is for you, or worried about following the rules in how to create one... then I'm here to help you see how that first spark is what ignites a big flame.

You’ll discover why all it takes is a personal reason—your “why”—to begin. Get ready to feel inspired by real examples from one of the competitions I recently judged that prove podcasting is as much about building community as it is about personal growth.

Join me as we uncover the 5 common themes that motivate people to start their own shows, and learn how podcasting could be the next step on your own journey toward self-discovery and purpose.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Five authentic reasons people start podcasts—and how they can inspire your own creative journey
• How podcasting can be a path for personal healing, transformation, and growth
• Why using your voice matters and how it can build powerful community connection
• Ways podcasting can help you gently step into your true purpose and create a life (and business) aligned with your soul

Links:

Activate Your Goddess Era with Podcasting

Captivate.fm Podcast Hosting Platform [my affiliate]

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Women Who Podcast Magazine: https://www.womenwhopodcastmag.com/

The winners of the Women Who Podcast Awards

Podcasts mentioned:

The Art of Classiness

Grief + Light

Sheela Na Gig

Beltline to Broadway

TicFit: The Podcast

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