To be successful in podcasting, most of us believe that you need money, awesome communication skills, and the right connections.

 

Jacob O’Connor didn’t have any of those things.

 

He was a high school student who loved basketball and was in a business training program.

 

But, he did have one thing….He had the confidence

 

That confidence is what propelled him through those first 10 episodes when his voice was shaky to the interviews he is holding with some of the biggest names in the podcasting industry. 

 

His story is perfect for anyone who has ever thought about starting a podcast. Jacob will share why he got started, how he got started, and how he was able to get on big shows so early in his podcasting career. 

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Here’s What You Missed

How do you learn podcasting?

What equipment do I need?

Why podcasting is more popular than YouTube and blogs

How do I get my first guest (that isn’t my Grandma)?

Networking to get influencers on your podcast

Biggest challenges

Confident & podcasting-How do I start podcasting if I’m scared?

 

Important Podcast Moments

[1:49] Origin Stories: Jacob’s journey from high-school student to podcasting master

 

[3:07] How did you get into podcasting...and why?

 

[6:15] Where did you learn to podcast?

 

[7:34] The popularity of podcasting

 

[9:44] How did you get your first guest?

 

[14:17] What gave you the confidence to start a podcast?

 

[16:07] Biggest challege

 

[17:33] What’s one big goal you want to achieve as a podcaster?

 

[20:00] One piece of advice for newbie podcasters

 

Important Links to Check Out

Why are podcasts gaining in popularity?

 

Podcasting is going mainstream

 

Guest Bio

Jacob O’Connor is a high school student who is obsessed with basketball, student athlete, and podcast host of the Venture Mentality

 

Venture Mentality on Apple Podcasts

 

Jacob O’Connor on Instagram

Checking In With #DreamNation

Like what you’re hearing? Have a comment or feedback that you want to share? Need to find an earlier episode?

 

Dream Nation on Apple Podcasts

 

Dream Nation podcast website

 

Dream Nation Facebook group

Catch your host on Instagram (@casanova_brooks).