02: She Probably Needs Therapy, But She Started A Podcast Instead | The Mental Challenges of Launching a Podcast

Let’s talk about the realities of launching a podcast: the planning (or lack there of), the technical details, the mental challenges, and strategies that can help you launch your own podcast! Today, Elisa is pulling back the curtain and letting you in on how this podcast really came to be – Spoiler alert: it may not be what you’re expecting!   Even as a podcast manager herself, Elisa didn’t have the smoothest launch plan. From abandoned ideas and last-minute decisions to recording and editing episodes just days before launch, this episode is a reminder that done is better than perfect.She also talks about the mental and emotional challenges she didn’t expect when stepping into the role of podcast host. She opens up about imposter syndrome, perfectionism, fear of being seen, and the discomfort of learning how to receive celebration for something she created.If you’ve been thinking about starting a podcast, launching a new project, or taking a step that feels scary but meaningful, this episode will encourage you to take messy action and go for it, even if you don’t feel ready. Remember, done is better than perfect!Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:Apply to be a guest on the show!Connect with Elisa on Instagram Follow ZealCast Studios on InstagramVisit ZealCast Studios’ Website