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Hi Newsletter Subscribers,
Feel that energy in the air?
 
It's late August, school supplies are everywhere, and something about this time of year just makes you want to... reset. Get organized. Start fresh.
 
But here's the thing—you don't need to blow up your podcast and start over. You just need to tune up what's already working and let go of what isn't.
 
Consider this your permission slip for the smartest reset you'll ever do.
But first, let's highlight this week's featured episodes:
 
 
🍂 Your Late August Reset (No Drama Required)
Step 1: The Honest Assessment (10 Minutes)
Grab a coffee and answer these questions honestly:
 
What's Actually Working:
  • Which episodes got the most engagement (comments, shares, DMs)?
  • What topics make you genuinely excited to hit record?
  • When do you feel most authentic and confident on your show?
What's Draining Your Energy:
  • Which parts of your process feel like pulling teeth?
  • What are you doing because you "should" but hate every minute of?
  • Where are you overcomplicating things?
The Reality Check:
  • How many episodes have you actually published in the last 30 days?
  • Are you proud of your recent content, or just relieved it's done?
Step 2: The Strategic Simplification
Keep Only What Serves You: 
 
✅ Content that energizes you - You show up better when you care about the topic
✅ Systems that save time - Automation that actually works
✅ Goals that excite you - Not just what sounds impressive
 
Release What Doesn't: 
 
❌ Perfectionist editing - Done is better than perfect
❌ Trends that don't fit - Just because everyone's doing video doesn't mean you have to
❌ Metrics that stress you out - Focus on 1-2 numbers that actually matter
 
Step 3: Your Q4 Focus Formula
Instead of 47 goals, pick one primary focus for the next 4 months:
Option A: Consistency Master
  • Publish every [week/two weeks] no matter what
  • Same day, same time, predictable quality
  • Goal: Build the habit and audience trust
Option B: Connection Builder
  • Focus on deeper engagement with your current audience
  • Respond to every comment, start conversations
  • Goal: Turn listeners into genuine relationships
Option C: Strategic Growth
  • Guest appearances, collaborations, cross-promotion
  • Be strategic about where you show up
  • Goal: Expand your reach through smart partnerships
Pick ONE. Just one.
📋 Your 30-Day Reset Foundation
These actions support ANY focus you chose:
 
Week 1: Clean House
🔲 Delete episodes you're embarrassed by (seriously, no one needs to hear your first attempts)
🔲 Update your podcast description to reflect who you are NOW
🔲 Clean up your recording space—even 10 minutes makes a difference
 
Week 2: Foundation Building
🔲 Plan your next 4 episodes based on your chosen Q4 focus
🔲 Set up ONE simple system that supports your focus (scheduling, templates, etc.)
🔲 Create a realistic publishing schedule you can actually stick to
 
Week 3: Focus Implementation
🔲 If Consistency Master: Record 2 episodes ahead of schedule
🔲 If Connection Builder: Engage with 10 listeners/other podcasters meaningfully
🔲 If Strategic Growth: Reach out to 3 potential collaboration partners
 
Week 4: Momentum Lock-In
🔲 Evaluate what's working from your new approach
🔲 Plan your October content around your Q4 focus
🔲 Celebrate your progress (this matters more than you think)
 
💡 The Reset Mindset Shifts

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