Damon Lembi never set out to become a podcaster. But 2 years, 160+ episodes, and thousands of conversations later, he can say this with confidence: podcasting has been the single most transformative tool in his professional growth.
In this solo episode, Damon breaks down the 8 ways podcasting has made him a better leader, communicator, and human being and why every professional should seriously consider stepping behind the mic.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- Why podcasting is the ultimate communication gym
- How storytelling on-air can make you more persuasive off-air
- What podcasting does for your confidence and clarity
- The hidden networking power that comes with each episode
- Why podcasting forces you to become a better listener and improviser
- How hosting a show accelerates your learning and thought leadership
- The simple way to turn one podcast guest spot into 10 pieces of content
- Why your personal brand matters (even if you don’t think it does)
Timestamps:
00:00 – Damon’s confession: The one unexpected thing that changed his career
00:35 – #1: How podcasting sharpened his communication
01:10 – #2: Why repetition made him a better storyteller
01:50 – #3: Overcoming fear and building confidence through reps
02:30 – #4: 10x network growth—and the power of asking
03:00 – #5: How the mic made him a better listener at work and at home
03:45 – #6: Learning to improvise and build trust fast
04:20 – #7: The accelerated learning effect (and why it feels like free coaching)
05:15 – #8: How podcasting helped him build a real, visible personal brand
06:10 – Guesting vs. hosting: Where to start and what tools to use
06:50 – Why you don’t need followers—just courage
07:10 – A final reflection: Podcasting made me better. It can do the same for you.
Resources & Mentions:
Episode with Marques Ogden: https://youtu.be/dqsRJhGIeFI?si=98MKdtArx30guTBE
Episode with Stephen M.R. Covey: https://youtu.be/iP6cnAqNwIc?si=pl6lCTHKgM9v-sn5
Episode with Doug Conant: https://youtu.be/418p49ClihY?si=YuLozGLm4VsFXM1B
Episode with Dr. Jessica Kriegel: https://youtu.be/TUJ-8zUolI4?si=UNYpf_LwQ5pzi2Ni
Episode with Matt Dixon: https://youtu.be/0LpEfvxsOYs?si=mAEJwxIREFnmeg3g
PodMatch: Tool to book guest spots: https://www.podmatch.com/
Opus Clip to make podcast clips: https://www.opus.pro/
Pat Flynn’s Guide: How to Start a Podcast in 2025: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/
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