Getting Out of Your Own Way: Finding the Courage to Podcast
About this episode
Dave Jackson shares personal tips for overcoming fear and perfectionism to start podcasting.
Hey, it’s Dave Jackson. In this episode, I’m talking directly to those of you who want to start a podcast but feel paralyzed by fear, perfectionism, or that nagging voice telling you you’re not good enough. I share my personal tips for getting your content out of your head and into the world—without letting things like criticism or imperfect editing stop you. I start by reflecting on a post I saw on Reddit , where someone struggled with overthinking, fear of criticism, and worrying about making mistakes. This resonated with me because I've definitely felt the same way. I break down how I personally organize my thoughts: writing a blog post, reading it several times to get the overall message, and then distilling it into bullet points I riff on while recording—just like I’m talking to a friend across the desk. Do People Care About Ums? I address the big question: do people actually care if you ramble, or if your audio isn’t perfect? The truth is, people only care if you waste their time . An “um” here or there isn’t the problem—what matters is not losing their attention or making the show all about you with no lesson or value. It Doesn't Have to Be Perfect I also highlight the…
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