Join me as I welcome Mark Asquith, CEO of Captivate and a prominent figure in the podcasting world to the One Big Thing Podcast! Mark shares insights on the significance of intentional practice and the journey of building a successful podcasting platform.

Throughout our conversation, Asquith emphasizes the importance of 'doing the reps with intentionality,' a concept he believes is vital not only for success in business but in every aspect of life. This idea of deliberate practice is illustrated through his own experiences in podcasting, where consistent effort and a focus on improvement have been crucial to his journey.

Asquith draws parallels between practice in business and personal development, suggesting that one cannot improve without actively engaging in the tasks they wish to master. He shares anecdotes from his life, highlighting the necessity of commitment and the lessons learned from repeated efforts, whether in his professional endeavors or personal life as a father.

His episode serves as a motivating reminder that real change comes from a willingness to engage with challenges and grow through experience.

Takeaways:

• Mark Asquith emphasizes the importance of doing the reps with intention in every aspect of life.
• To achieve significant progress, consistent practice and intentionality are essential for success.
• Emotional intelligence is crucial in navigating relationships and understanding how to improve interactions.
• You can have a greater impact in your career and personal life with less input through experience.
• The entrepreneurial journey is about being open to opportunities while managing risks effectively.
• Practice is not just about repetition; it's also about learning from each experience and adjusting accordingly.

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About Mark Asquith

Known as "That British Podcast Guy", Mark is one of the United Kingdom's original podcasting experts. He is Managing Director & co-founder of podcast hosting, analytics & monetisation platform Captivate.fm which was acquired by Global in 2021 and is known worldwide as an insightful, thought provoking and actionable podcast industry keynote speaker.

Mark has educated on podcasting and delivered thought leadership at events including Podcast Movement, Podfest, Harvard's "Sound Education" and many more.

His focus is on helping people to achieve their own podcasting goals and on improving the podcasting industry for the long-term.

Links:

Captivate.fm

MarkAsquith.com

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Chapters

00:02 - Introduction to One Big Thing Podcast

00:15 - Guest Introduction: Mark Asquith

04:10 - Mark introduces Doing the Reps with Intentionality

05:35 - The Importance of Practice in Life

10:46 - The Journey of Building Captivate

25:05 - Navigating the Acquisition Process

32:50 - Final Thoughts and Call to Action