#139: From Zero to a Million Downloads: Jonathan’s Faith-Fueled Podcasting Leap

In this episode of Believe in the Leap, host Brad Parnell speaks with Jonathan Armbruster, a podcasting pioneer with over 20 years of experience.

They discuss Jonathan's journey from traditional employment to entrepreneurship, the evolution of podcasting, and the importance of consistency and audience engagement in building a successful podcast.

Jonathan shares his personal leap of faith, the challenges of starting a business, and the spiritual lessons learned along the way. In this conversation, Brad Parnell and Jonathan Armbruster explore the intersection of leadership, family values, and the journey of podcasting.

They discuss the importance of having a clear vision for both business and family, the ongoing process of self-discovery in leadership, and practical advice for aspiring podcasters.

Jonathan emphasizes the need to start small, overcome fears, and set clear goals while crafting engaging content. The discussion culminates in encouragement for listeners to take leaps of faith in their personal and professional lives.

Resources:

1-Page Podcast Intro Builder

www.contentbuilders.co/leap

Jonathan's LinkedIn:

linkedin.com/in/jonathan-armbruster

Learn More about the Believe in the Leap movement:

https://believeintheleap.com/

Takeaways

• Jonathan's journey in podcasting began at a church.
• The evolution of podcasting has changed how content is consumed.
• Consistency is crucial for podcast growth.
• Audience feedback is more important than download numbers.
• Building a community around your podcast enhances engagement.
• Entrepreneurship requires a leap of faith and trust in God.
• Navigating the chaos of entrepreneurship requires structure and flexibility.
• Trusting God daily is essential for entrepreneurs.
• The importance of having a clear value proposition for your audience.
• Feedback can guide the direction of your podcast. Our goal is to be an example for our kids.
• Open communication with family is essential.
• The journey with God is ongoing and requires trust.
• Stay curious and keep learning.
• Start your podcast with humble beginnings.
• Don't let fear hold you back from podcasting.
• Goals should drive your podcasting decisions.
• Craft a strong intro to hook your audience.
• The podcasting landscape is not as saturated as it seems.
• Believe in the leap and take action.

Chapters:

• 00:00 Introduction to the Journey
• 03:09 The Evolution of Podcasting
• 06:05 Building a Successful Podcast
• 09:59 The Leap of Faith into Entrepreneurship1
• 4:56 Navigating the Entrepreneurial Wilderness
• 25:51 Leading with Purpose: Family and Business Vision
• 27:35 Self-Discovery and Leadership Growth
• 30:57 The Journey of Podcasting: Starting Small
• 31:52 Overcoming Podcasting Fears and Excuses
• 36:40 The Importance of Goals in Podcasting
• 41:23 Crafting an Engaging Podcast Structure
• 52:21 Encouragement for Taking the Leap