Why "Just Keep Going" Might Be the Worst Podcasting Advice | Dave Jackson

One of the most common pieces of podcasting advice might also be one of the most misleading. And if you've ever been told to "just keep podcasting," this episode will help you know when that advice is right for your show and when it isn't.

Podcast Hall of Famer and School of Podcasting host Dave Jackson joins me to unpack why the best podcasting advice isn't universal and how to avoid following advice that sounds right but leads you in the wrong direction.

Hit play and let's dive in.

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1:23 – The One Question You Should Answer Before You "Just Keep Going"

3:28 – Why Every Podcast Needs Its Own Definition of Success

8:03 – Why Your First Recording Shouldn't Be Your First Episode

12:27 – The First 30 Seconds That Can Make or Break Your Podcast

18:55 – Why Feedback Is Every Podcaster's Competitive Advantage

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Episode Links:

Meet Dave Jackson: schoolofpodcasting.com | LinkedIn

Listen to Dave’s Podcast: School of Podcasting

Ask the Podcast Coach with Dave Jackson & Jim Collison

What Was That Like? with Scott Johnson

The Jefferson Fisher Podcast

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