There isn’t really one place where I’ve ever shared my full story — how podcasting found me, shaped my career, and ultimately led me to build Podcast Growth Tools and support over 100 podcasters.

So this episode felt like the right moment to do that.

In this episode of Podcast Growth Tools, I’m sharing my journey — from recording my very first podcast as a holistic health coach, to managing and growing Amy Porterfield’s podcast, to eventually stepping into entrepreneurship, motherhood, and building a podcast-first business of my own.

This is the story behind why I care so deeply about podcast impact over downloads, why I believe podcasts should be treated like products, and why I help podcasters build marketing systems that are sustainable, human, and deeply aligned.

If you’ve ever felt discouraged by download numbers, unsure if your podcast is “working,” or like your show deserves more intention — this episode is for you.

In this episode, I share:

How my first podcast taught me the power of connection and conversation
What sparked my love for podcasting and long-form content
How I took over Amy Porterfield’s podcast during a season of stagnation
Why I built a six-phase podcast growth plan — and what changed as a result
The iOS update that reshaped how we think about podcast downloads
Why podcast impact matters more than vanity metrics
How podcasting led me to build my own business and support 100+ podcasters
What I’ve learned about consistency, patience, and long-term growth
Why smaller audiences can create deeper impact than massive ones
My mission for podcasters moving forward — and how I hope you’ll carry it too

Timestamps:

02:30 - Starting my first podcast, Love Rising
05:15 - Transition to working with Amy Porterfield
08:45 - Taking over podcast management responsibilities
12:00 - Developing a six-phase growth plan
15:30 - Challenges with download metrics obsession
18:00 - Shifting focus to podcast impact
20:45 - Launching a podcast-centric quiz
22:30 - Reflections on podcasting journey and growth
24:00 - Upcoming events and opportunities for podcasters

This episode is an invitation to slow down, zoom out, and reconnect with why you started podcasting in the first place.

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