In this episode, I’m joined by Doc G (Dr. Jordan Grumet), the author of The Purpose Code: How to unlock meaning, maximize happiness, and leave a lasting legacy, to tackle one of the biggest challenges podcasters face—not the technology, not the gear,
– but the mental game.
Whether it's “head trash,” imposter syndrome, or the overwhelming pressure to succeed, Doc G shares practical strategies to help you push past mental barriers and create a podcast you truly love.
Doc G shares his journey from a successful medical career to finding purpose and fulfillment in podcasting and writing. Together, we explore how to shift your focus from Big P Podcasting (chasing massive downloads and unrealistic goals) to Little P Podcasting (finding joy in the process and creating meaningful content).
You’ll also hear about:
- The difference between “big P purpose” and “little P purpose”—and why it matters for your podcast.
- How to identify what lights you up and makes your podcast worth doing, even if no one listens.
- Why striving for massive success without joy often leads to burnout.
- Practical tips for overcoming purpose anxiety and building a podcasting routine you love.
What is the Difference Between Big P and Little P?
Big P is goal-oriented and focused on big, audacious outcomes like getting a million downloads or making six figures from your podcast. The problem with Big P is that it can lead to anxiety, burnout, and doing things you don't enjoy just to chase those lofty goals.
Little P, on the other hand, is process-oriented. It's about finding joy and meaning in the actual podcasting process – the topics you love discussing, the interviews you enjoy conducting, the creative aspects like editing that you find fulfilling. Little P is about embracing the journey, not just fixating on the destination.
The core idea is to focus on the things you genuinely love about podcasting, the “little p” purpose, rather than getting caught up in chasing big, difficult-to-achieve goals, the “Big P.” Little P podcasting is more sustainable and leads to greater happiness and fulfillment.
As you're not burning out in the first seven episodes, you are MUCH more likely to continue and have long-term.
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Because of My Podcast: Zita Christan
Zita does two podcasts: My Spouse Has Dementia and Ritual Recipes. Today, she shares how she was featured in US News and World Report because of her podcast. Paul Wynn had found her podcast (and her transcripts) and interviewed her for his article titled, Easing Holiday Isolation. US News and World Report has approximately 41 million visitors to their site per month. She was also interviewed for another newspaper.
For all things Zita Christian see zitachristian.com
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The School of Podcasting – Plan, Launch, and Grow Your Podcast.
Doc on the School of Podcasting Interesting AND Unique Doc G Mixes Hospice and Finance
The Purpose Code: How to unlock meaning, maximize happiness, and leave a lasting legacy
Takeaways:
- The mental barriers that podcasters face often overshadow technical challenges like equipment or hosting.
- Identifying and pursuing little ‘p' purposes can lead to a more fulfilling podcasting journey.
- Creating a podcast driven by passion rather than big goals fosters genuine connections with listeners.
- Purpose anxiety can hinder progress, making it crucial to focus on what excites you.
- Engaging deeply with your podcast's content can attract a community that resonates with your message.
- Building a podcast around your interests creates joy and can lead to organic audience growth.
