I thought I knew content creation, but podcasting taught me so much more." – Michelle O’Brien
Niall Mackay provides a comprehensive audit of Michelle O'Brien’s podcast,”The Upward Spiral Podcast”. Michelle, a marketing professional who transformed her life after giving up alcohol two years ago. She also shares her journey from being a casual drinker to living a sober life, explaining how even a small reduction in alcohol can have a profound impact on personal growth and mental clarity. Together, they discuss the challenges of podcasting, the importance of authentic storytelling, and the benefits of stepping outside your comfort zone.
Michelle also shares her experience of building her podcast and offers valuable tips on content creation and personal development. With her background in marketing, Michelle reveals how she initially underestimated the effort it takes to create engaging, meaningful content and how she's found joy in the process of learning publicly. This episode is not just for aspiring podcasters, but for anyone curious about the benefits of reducing alcohol and unlocking their full potential.
Key Takeaways:
- Reducing alcohol can unlock your full potential
- The power of authentic podcasting
- Podcasting equipment isn't everything
- The learning curve of content creation
- Networking through podcasting
Chapters and Timestamps:
02:00 – Michelle’s podcast setup and equipment challenges
07:00 – How giving up alcohol unlocked Michelle’s potential
10:00 – The importance of being authentic in podcasting
14:00 – Michelle’s journey into content creation and the steep learning curve
17:00 – Networking opportunities through podcasting
20:00 – Niall’s feedback on improving Michelle’s podcast quality
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