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July 22, 2025 15 mins

Most podcast hosts and podcast guests claim to be passionate about their work. But when faced with obstacles, they fade away. True passion demands more! In this episode, Alex Sanfilippo shares what it really means to be passionate and how to keep it from becoming a liability by connecting it to your purpose and surrounding it with community and support. Get ready to ground your energy, stay aligned, and turn passion into something that actually lasts in podcasting!

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Chapters

00:00 Understanding Passion in Podcasting
04:26 The Dangers of Unchecked Passion
07:38 Connecting Passion to Purpose
10:52 The Importance of Balance and Self-Care
14:06 Transforming Passion into Positive Influence

Takeaways

Many people misuse the word passion.
Passion means to endure and suffer.
People often quit when faced with friction.
True passion requires a willingness to suffer.
Passion must be connected to purpose.
Accountability and community are essential.
Self-care is crucial for maintaining passion.
Joy fuels passion and energy.
Celebrate small wins to maintain motivation.
Transforming passion into love leads to positive influence.

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