Learn how to create a TikTok video and what you need when it comes to TikTok Tech, as it relates to podcasting. My guest today is Melissa Hughes, a TikTok influencer, international speaker and best selling author. She has been booked twice on The Kelly Clarkson Show and featured for the New York Times Best Seller “Primal Scream” on NBC. She has over 238,000 followers on TikTok with over 9 million likes. She is also a best selling author of a book She Can Laugh along with a children’s book called, “Mommy Loves You When”. She has also done missionary work in the UK for several years with her husband and two children. In this episode, we'll be diving into the ins and outs of creating viral TikTok videos, as well as the biggest TikTok technology myths, the importance of good audio and lighting, and the three must-have pieces of tech for recording TikTok videos.  We also talk about where most creators get overwhelmed, why less polished content often performs better, and whether it's important for your TikTok feed to look curated. Plus, we'll be sharing some of our favorite editing software recommendations. Join me as we navigate the world of TikTok tech together. Learn about: [0:00] Intro [1:25] The biggest TikTok technology myths [4:50] Why having good audio and lighting matters [5:55] Three must-have pieces of tech for recording TikTok videos [8:35] Where most creators get overwhelmed [10:10] Why less polished content often performs better [12:40] Is it important for your feed to look curated? [16:00] Editing software recommendations Want more? Join me on Patreon for exclusive content, bonus Q&As, and binge the episodes before they go live. Become a Patron here: https://www.patreon.com/asitrelatestopodcasting Resources mentioned in this episode: Canva Templates for Podcasters: https://simonacostantini.ck.page/products/podcasttemplates Launch Your Podcast in 8 Weeks: https://simonacostantini.ck.page/launchyourpodcastin8weeks Podcast Recording Equipment Guide: https://simonacostantini.ck.page/podcastequipmentdownload Online Course [Start and Launch Your Podcast in 8 Weeks]: https://www.simonacostantini.com/start-and-launch-a-podcast-in-just-8-weeks    Connect with Melissa here:  Website - https://melissaleahughes.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melissaleahughes/   Connect with Simona here: Instagram: www.instagram.com/simona__costantini Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/costantiniproductions  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simona-costantini-25653a30/ Website: https://simonacostantini.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/asitrelatestopodcasting  Happiness Happens Podcast: https://www.simonacostantini.com/happinesshappenspodcast