Episode 20: You Only Miss the Shots You Don't Take
I been shooting and missing but I hit a couple of em
I know it has been a minute since I have written here. Between traveling, taking a break from social media, and life being busy, I have not had much time to share. But during this time away, a lot has been happening. I have had some amazing opportunities come my way — from producing podcasts to being accepted into a business accelerator — and I am grateful for it all.
At the same time, I have been receiving a lot of rejection. The same week I found out I got into the accelerator, I also found out I was not selected for three grants I applied to. Last year, that would have taken me out. I was getting rejected so much that I made a whole song about it.
This year feels different. My perspective is shifting. I am learning that for every opportunity I do not get, there may be another one already being shaped for me. I just have to keep showing up and keep shooting my shot, even when it is uncomfortable.
In this time away, I have also been working on some new offerings that I am excited to share with you soon. The break from social media felt good, and for the next month I am planning to focus my energy on Substack, Patreon, and YouTube (and possibly LinkedIn) to see how that feels.
We are officially in the second half of the year. If you are having a great year, keep elevating. And if you have been feeling like you want to do more for yourself, just know it is not too late. Think about one shot you have been scared to take — and what it would look like to take it this month.
It’s a Wrap: Season 1 of So Glad You Asked with Dr. Ruta Nonacs
We just wrapped Season 1 of So Glad You Asked with Dr. Ruta Nonacs, and I really enjoyed producing this project and seeing what I could bring to life for someone else.
Through this process, I learned so much about maternal mental health — things I did not know, things we do not talk about enough — and it made me even more grateful to help create something that holds space for those stories.
I am looking forward to our return, but in the meantime, I wanted to share the show with you. If you have already checked it out, I would love to hear your thoughts. And if you have not — here is your invitation to tap in.
Yawny & Friends Vol. 1
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Yawny & Friends Vol. 1. This project is a celebration of collaboration, creativity, and consistency, and I’m honored to be included alongside so many dope artists.
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Resources
Podcasting 101 - I made a video to simplify podcasting and inspire you to start yours!
Riverside.fm - If you are looking for a one-stop shop for remote podcast recording this would be it. Also enjoy a discount with the code ‘BUZZSPROUT’
Descript - A simpler way to make your podcast edits. You don’t have to be an audio engineer. You can make edits to your show directly from the text transcript.
The Creator’s Toolkit Podcast - YawnyBlew & I started a podcast last year where we are talking to creative entrepreneurs and giving free game to inspire creatives!