Digital Creator

In this episode, host Dylan Schmidt talks about some of the common struggles that podcasters face, including imposter syndrome, not always knowing who is listening, having guests on the show who might not be fully qualified to speak on a topic, feeling discouraged when there is a lack of engagement with the content, and disliking the sound of their own voice.   

These feelings are normal and can be overcome with time and experience. The episode also touches on the importance of staying true to oneself and one's message, even when faced with these challenges.   

In this episode of Digital Podcaster, host Dylan Schmidt interviews Jason Belisha on the topic of on-screen authority, camera confidence, and the importance of video quality. Jason shares his insights on how to bridge the gap between one's in-person and on-camera persona, and the importance of finding a sense of Zen when presenting on camera. They also discuss the relationship between video quality and perceived value, and the impact it can have on a business or brand.   

Key takeaways:   

• Practice and reps can help you feel more comfortable talking to a camera as if it's a person.   
• To improve your on-camera presence, try treating the camera like a mirror and speaking to it as if you're talking to yourself.   
• Good video quality can contribute to the perception of a business as professional and well-organized.   
• To enhance your video quality, invest in good equipment and a solid workflow.    

>Click here to learn more about Jason Belisha and On-Screen Authority.

Focus is one of your most valuable assets as a podcaster. In today's episode, learn how to use your focus to push your show forward and reach new heights.   

Here's what you'll learn in today's episode:   

1. Why you can't fake anything when you're podcasting.  
2. How to build a loyal audience that sticks with you.   
3. What to look for when starting your podcast from zero listeners.   

There's quite a bit of work that goes into podcasting. From the research to the recording, to the editing, to the marketing and promotion, it's a lot of work. That's why Simona Constantini is joining us today. Simona helps business owners create, grow, and monetize their podcasts.   

Here's what Simona and I cover:   

1. The best way to manage a business and podcast at the same time.   
2. For someone short on time, how they can still podcast.   
3. What holds back many shows from reaching their potential.   

Simona Constantini helps entrepreneurs in the health, wellness, parenting and marketing spaces bring their passion, voice, and expertise to the mic by helping them launch manage and grow their podcast.   

>Click here to learn more about Simona Constantini.   

Text-based audio editing changes the game in podcasting. Not only can you edit audio faster and easier, but you can also structure your episode content more effectively.   

Here's what you'll learn in today's episode:   

1. How Descript changes the way you edit your podcast.   
2. My workflow for producing Digital Podcaster.   
3. How you can save time editing your podcast while still keeping the quality high.   

If you want to land dream guests for your podcast, it's best to learn from someone who has landed their own dream guests. Someone who is a podcast host and chats with people they look up to. I'm talking about Danny Miranda, host of The Danny Miranda podcast.   

Danny Miranda joins us today to share:   

1. How podcasting has changed his life.   
2. The biggest thing Danny had to overcome as a solo podcast host.   
3. What he would recommend to beginner podcasters, who want to book high-profile guests.   

Danny Miranda is the host of The Danny Miranda Podcast (currently a top 1% podcast in the world).   

>Click here to learn more about Danny Miranda.   

If you're ready to level up your podcast interview skills, today's episode will help. This is a perfect compliment to last week's episode with Ana Xavier, where Ana shared how the key to growing your podcast starts with a great interview.   

Here's what you'll learn in today's episode:   

1. How to properly introduce your podcast guests.   
2. How to select the best guests for your podcast.   
3. Ways to approach your podcast interviews that make your guests happy.   

If you want to learn how to grow your podcast the right way and avoid burning out, Ana Xavier is here to help with actionable tips and advice.   

Here's what Ana Xavier and I cover:   

1. How podcasters can use organic growth strategies to avoid burning out.   
2. The importance of follow up and providing value to guests.   
3. Why Ana thinks it's important for podcasters to be more authentic and relatable.   

Ana Xavier is the founder and CEO of The Podcast Space, which provides virtual support in podcast strategy, digital marketing services, coaching and consulting.   

>Click here to learn more about Ana Xavier and The Podcast Space.   

Growing your podcast can be tricky and confusing. But it doesn't have to be. In today's episode, Dylan is sharing 4 strategies that will work for you no matter your podcast category. These 4 strategies are focused on growing your number of downloads and getting more listeners! Listen to this episode to find out how these 4 strategies will help you increase the growth rate of your podcast.   


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Creating content can be time-consuming, overwhelming and slow. Our guest today, Stephen Pope shares his unique insight on how to scale your content production using proven methods and processes.   

Stephen is an accomplished entrepreneur, who is on a mission to help businesses build an audience and thrive in the video, content and social media era.   

One of Stephen’s favorite ways to maximize his time and create his own best content, is by appearing on podcasts. In this episode you’ll learn how he approaches podcasting to be the ultimate way to maximum content production.   

If you've ever struggled to get consistent content out, whether it's your podcast, YouTube videos, or social media posts...this episode will help you. Please enjoy!   

Click here to learn more about Stephen and SGP Labs.