Why You Don’t Need to Follow Every Podcasting “Rule” to Be Successful | Let Go of the "Shoulds" and Podcast YOUR Way
As It Relates to Podcasting with Simona Costantini - A podcast by Simona Costantini - Giovedì
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Ever feel like there are a million rules about what your podcast should look like? That you must have video, the best mic, the perfect format, or else you’re doomed to fail? 🚨 Spoiler alert: You don’t need to follow every so-called “best practice” to create a successful podcast.In this episode of As It Relates to Podcasting, I break down the myths and “shoulds” that podcasters feel pressured to follow. I also share why chasing perfection can actually hold you back, why your why matters more than fancy gear, and how to embrace the creative journey of podcasting—without comparison or overcomplication.If you’ve ever felt stuck in analysis paralysis, this episode is your permission slip to simplify, start where you are, and just create.🔑 Key Themes & Takeaways:🎙️ Ditch the “Shoulds” → You don’t need video, a fancy camera, or expensive equipment to be successful. Start with what you have.🔥 Your Why is Your North Star → Without a strong purpose behind your podcast, it’s easy to burn out. Clarity on your mission fuels consistency.⚡ Creativity Over Perfection → Podcasting is a creative process! Don’t let rules and industry expectations kill your originality.📢 Growth Comes from Doing → Big-name podcasters didn’t start at the top. They showed up consistently and refined their craft over time.💡 Level Up at Your Own Pace → Upgrading your production quality happens when it makes sense for you—not because someone on the internet said you should.🚀 Stop Comparing Your Beginning to Someone’s 5000th Episode → Focus on your own journey, not someone else's highlight reel.Learn about:00:00 Introduction: Rethinking Podcasting Rules01:22 Challenging the 'Shoulds' in Podcasting02:33 The Importance of a Strong 'Why'03:24 Creating Content You Enjoy05:26 Starting Small and Being Consistent06:33 Embracing the Creative Process08:08 Final Thoughts and EncouragementJOIN THE VAULT: https://www.voltproductions.co/podcast-success-vault-1001FREE RESOURCES:Book a Call: https://www.voltproductions.co/contact Podcast Success Blueprint: https://www.voltproductions.co/podcast-success-blueprint Discord Community: https://discord.gg/2cdzVg7YMORE RESOURCES:Try Descript here: https://get.descript.com/orsams0rrlfoPodcast Growth Lab: https://voltproductions.co/podcast-growth-lab Connect with Simona here:Instagram: www.instagram.com/simona__costantiniBusiness Instagram: www.instagram.com/volt.productions LinkedIn:
