How to Network Your Way Into Podcasting Opportunities | Marc Schmidt | Ep 60

In this episode, I sat down with Marc Schmidt, podcast pro and the heart behind “Mark My Words.” We dug deep into Marc’s journey—from growing up with a cleft lip and palate, dealing with self-doubt and imposter syndrome, to embracing his authentic voice on camera and in life. Marc shared some powerful lessons about turning adversity into purpose, finding confidence even when others (or your own inner critic!) doubt you, and how important it is to just keep going—especially on those tough days. We also got real about personal sacrifices, handling criticism, and what success truly means. I hope Marc’s courage to share his story inspires you to quiet those limiting beliefs, bet on yourself, and keep creating, no matter what. Remember, your voice and story matter. Stay creative, keep seeking wisdom, and see you on the journey!Connect with Marc SchmidtWebsite: https://linktr.ee/Nimrod79Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nimrod79/LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcaschmidt/I’m building an online business in public — sharing every win, setback, and “I can’t believe that happened” moment along the way. If you’ve ever wondered what it really looks like to start from scratch, come along for the ride. Join the journey at https://wisdom.beehiiv.com/Chapters & Timestamps:00:00:00 – Introduction to Marc Schmidt & Podcast Origin00:01:29 – Choosing the Podcast Name00:02:12 – The Secret to Catchy Podcast Names00:03:35 – Marc’s Content Creation Journey00:08:39 – Transition to Podcasting00:09:01 – Support (or Lack Thereof) from Others00:10:38 – Overcoming Self-Doubt and Internal Voices00:11:34 – Building Self-Belief and Early Life Lessons00:16:34 – Lessons from Five Years of Podcasting00:20:40 – Developing Podcasting Skills Over Time00:22:05 – Generating Episode Ideas & Guest Selection00:24:05 – Podcast Publishing Frequency00:24:47 – Pushing Through Self-Doubt00:27:03 – Handling Criticism About His Voice00:29:48 – Mindset and Growth as a Podcaster00:30:16 – Promotion Strategies for Podcast Growth00:32:45 – Monetization and Joining a Podcast Network00:34:35 – Future Projections for Marc’s Podcast00:37:23 – Rapid Fire Questions00:41:09 – Milestones & Emotional Reflections00:44:50 – Personal Sacrifices00:47:01 – Redefining Success00:49:33 – The Power of Storytelling & Inspiring Others00:51:38 – Where to Find Marc Schmidt Online00:52:47 – Episode Wrap-Up