Ep. 9 | 5 Surprising Things I’ve Learned Since Launching This Podcast

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Episode Summary:

In this episode of Styled and Successful, I’m pulling back the curtain and sharing the five biggest lessons I’ve learned about myself since launching this podcast. From realizing how much my voice matters (literally!) to embracing the freedom of podcasting and the power of feedback, this journey has been more eye-opening than I ever expected.

If you’ve been waiting for a sign to start your thing—this is it. Let’s dive in!

Timestamps & Key Takeaways:

[00:02] – Welcome to Styled and Successful

• Quick intro to the podcast and who this episode is for.

[01:09] – The Real Reason I Started This Podcast

• I had something to say, but I had no idea how much I’d learn about myself along the way.

[02:26] – Waiting for a Sign? This is It.

• If you’ve been waiting for the perfect moment to start something new—this is your sign to just do it!

The 5 Lessons I’ve Learned About Myself

[03:14] – Lesson 1: My Voice Matters—Literally!

• I never lost my voice before… until this volleyball travel season.
• I want my kids to hear me cheering for them, just like I want my audience to hear me on this podcast.
• Your voice—both literally and figuratively—matters more than you think.

[07:01] – Lesson 2: Feedback Fuels Me

• Nothing makes my day more than hearing someone listened to my show!
• Words are my love language—whether I’m writing or speaking, I thrive on connection.
• If you love the podcast, DM me, tag me, or leave a review!

[08:57] – Lesson 3: Podcasting Gives Me So Much Freedom

• I love video, but being camera-ready all the time? Whew!
• With podcasting, I can record anywhere—the sofa, my car, during my lunch break, or even on vacation!
• Success doesn’t have to look one way—you can make it work for you.

[11:14] – Lesson 4: Time Management is My Superpower

• Batching is a game-changer! Recording multiple episodes, writing show notes, and prepping content in advance keeps me consistent.
• When I structure my workflow around batching, I feel more organized and in control.
• If you’re feeling overwhelmed, block time for what matters most!

[14:48] – Lesson 5: From Thinking About It to Actually Doing It

• I went from “I think I can do this” to actually doing it—and that’s a huge shift.
• I started with what I had (just my phone!) and figured it out as I went.
• If you’ve been putting something off, this is your sign—go do the thing!

[18:35] – Final Recap & Call to Action

🔹 Lesson 1: My voice matters.
🔹 Lesson 2: Feedback fuels me.
🔹 Lesson 3: Podcasting gives me freedom.
🔹 Lesson 4: Time management keeps me consistent.
🔹 Lesson 5: I stopped thinking about it and started doing it.

Let’s Connect!
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Thanks for listening—remember, you’re styled, you’re successful, and you’re unstoppable! 🎙✨