Stop Lying to Yourself—You’re Missing 100% of the Shots You Never Take! — Leanne Linsky | Ep 63

In this episode, I share an inspiring conversation about taking chances, overcoming fear, and not letting self-doubt hold you back, all with my guest Leanne Linsky. Leanne is a comedian turned entrepreneur and founder of Plauzzable, an innovative online comedy platform. Together, we dive into her favorite quote, “You’ll always miss 100% of the shots you never take,” and talk about how this simple idea shaped her life, from moving to New York to producing comedy shows and saying yes to new opportunities.We discuss the power of saying yes, learning from failure, and why it’s so important to “get off the bench” if you want to play the game—whether that’s in comedy, business, or life. Along the way, Leanne shares real-life stories about turning closed doors into open ones and how facing rejection can actually help you grow. You’ll also hear us talk about overcoming negative self-talk, the value of writing jokes consistently, and how resilience fuels success.If you’ve ever felt stuck or afraid to take a shot, this episode is for you. Listen in and discover how taking risks—and having a sense of humor about it—can change everything.Connect with Leanne LinskyIn this episode, Leanne Linsky shares her journey from comedian to entrepreneur and emphasizes the importance of taking chances. To learn more about her innovative online comedy platform, connect professionally, or explore more of her work, visit https://plauzzable.com/Website: https://plauzzable.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/plauzzableLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leanne-linsky/If Relatable Wisdom speaks to you—if a quote shared makes you pause, smile, or see things differently—consider subscribing so you never miss an episode. And if you have a minute, leaving a review helps more people discover these everyday voices and the wisdom they carry. Your support means the world.Every episode has more to it than what you hear. Join the Relatable Wisdom newsletter to get thoughtful reflections, behind-the-scenes extras, and personal notes that don’t make it into the show. It’s a calm space to stay inspired between listens.Sign up here: https://relatablewisdom.com/joinIf the quotes and stories you hear here offer you comfort, clarity, or connection, you can help support the podcast by buying me a coffee. Every small contribution helps keep these everyday voices and shared wisdom going strong.Support the show: https://buymeacoffee.com/wisdomhqWant to be a guest on Relatable Wisdom? Send Wisdom Okonkwo a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/relatablewisdomChapters00:00 Introduction & Leanne’s Favorite Quote00:44 The Origin and Impact of the Quote03:20 Taking the Leap: Moving to New York04:31 Overcoming Challenges: The Closed Door Story06:40 Turning Quotes Into Comedy08:51 Embracing Uncertainty & Staying in the Game12:25 The Fear of Taking Shots15:22 The Power of Persistence and Learning from Failure18:06 Plausible and Where to Connect with Leanne