Better gear won’t make you a better podcaster. But you can create a home studio that looks and sounds pro—using what you already have.

Fellow podcaster and tech guru Junaid Ahmed joins me to distill 20+ years of audio and video design into 20 minutes of no-nonsense advice to help you create a home studio that commands authority on any budget, and to prove that how you use your gear matters more than the gear itself. So if you’re worried your setup makes you look unprofessional (or that your audience won’t take you seriously), this one’s for you. Hit play and let’s dive in.

0:01 - Why Better Gear Won’t Make You a Better Podcaster

3:28 - How to Create a Home Studio That Commands Authority—Without Spending a Dime

5:18 - Why Dedication to Your Craft Builds Deeper Trust With Your Listeners

8:26 - Why Gear Placement > Gear Price (Always)

14:54 - How to Get Studio-Quality Audio on Any Budget

 Episode Links:

• Check out Junaid Ahmed’s Podcast: Hacks to Hobbies
• Book Your Free Home Studio Audit with Junaid: HomeStudioMastery.com

 Other Episodes You’ll Enjoy:

• 4 Ways to Upgrade Your Home Studio Without Overspending

 
 This episode was recorded on the Deity VO-7U

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