Episode 74 - Jason Croft - Evolution of a Podcaster: Jason's Journey from Stagnation to Success

This episode:  Evolution of a Podcaster: Jason's Journey from Stagnation to Success. 

 

Here’s what you’ll learn about:

Defining moments and personal growth. (0:01)

• Jason Croft shares a personal defining moment that challenged him professionally and personally, and he had to make a decision to face it and grow from it.
• Jason describes a softer version of a defining moment, where a challenge arose that required a decision to change or else, but it wasn't necessarily a dramatic or crisis point.
• He realized he was not living up to his potential and felt stuck in his current role.
• Jason found inspiration from a book and began a purposeful journey to transform himself, including starting a show to connect with the startup community.

Personal growth and transformation. (5:15)

• Jason reflects on his transformation from introvert to coach, sharing how he overcame his fear of public speaking and now guides others through similar processes.
• He recounts his journey from being in front of the camera to behind it, highlighting the impact of his first time sitting in front of a mic.
• Jason reflects on his journey from introvert to extrovert, sharing how he discovered his energy source through networking events and podcasting.
• He credits his growth to intentionality and doing the "reps" necessary to improve, mentioning his desire to be great and really good at podcasting.

Personal growth, parenting, and overcoming mistakes. (10:45)

• Jason reflects on past mistakes and lack of action, recognizing the importance of taking steps to change and grow.
• He shares how his personal transformation has positively impacted his relationships with his three sons.
• Jason discusses his experience with divorce and how he prioritized his children's well-being during the transition.
• He shares his thoughts on the importance of apologizing and being vulnerable as a father, and how it can set a positive example for his children.

Balancing parenting and inner child fun. (17:14)

• Jason emphasizes the importance of being both a father and a friend to teenage boys, rather than choosing one role over the other.
• He discusses the challenges of growing up and losing one's inner child as society defines adulthood.
• Jason finds it amusing that as adults, we can still embrace our playful side and not feel ludicrous about it.