Are you struggling to grow your podcast audience? The solution may lie in your mindset. In this episode, we explore the power of mindset in podcasting and how it can make or break your success. Marc Ronick joins me for part 1 of this four–part series and shares tips on finding your 'why', using language to make your listener feel included, and how to reframe your mindset when it feels like listeners don't care. We also discuss the dangers of self-sabotage and the importance of patience and consistency. Plus, learn why connecting with your listener directly is crucial, and why downloads don't always matter. Marc Ronick, a podcasting veteran with over 17 years of experience, has a passion for empowering podcasters to turn their visions into reality. From launching his first fantasy football podcast in 2005 to founding the innovative NextGen Podcaster membership platform, Marc's journey has been marked by an array of successful ventures. His popular comedy podcast, The Marc and Lowell Show, alongside childhood friend Lowell Melser, has accumulated over 1 million downloads. As a co-founder of The RELM Network and iRonick Media, Marc continues to help independent podcasters build their brands and reach wider audiences. With NextGen Podcaster, Marc brings podcasters access to cutting-edge AI tools, expert advice, and a vibrant network of like-minded creators. Marc also hosts the podcast, "Podcast PhD" and leads The Podcasting Morning Chat on Clubhouse, engaging with a community of hundreds of content creators.   Learn about: [0:00] Intro [5:25] Why the mindset you bring to podcasting is your most important asset [6:30] Does the word 'mindset' deter people from understanding its significance [7:40] Why it all starts with your why [12:10] The biggest mistakes podcasters make when it comes to mindset work [14:45] Using language to make your listener feel more included  [15:35] How to be a relatable host [18:05] Getting into a self-sabotage loop [20:00] The patience and consistency podcasting takes [23:15] How to reframe your mindset when it feels like listeners don't care [28:45] Connecting with your listener directly [31:45] Why your downloads don't always matter   Want more? Join our Patreon community for exclusive content, bonus Q&As, and binge the episodes before they go live. More info here: https://www.patreon.com/asitrelatestopodcasting Resources: 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  Podcast Manager in a Box: https://www.simonacostantini.com/podcastmanagerinabox Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/GZ4EQnY9 Marc’s Resources: Chat GPT Prompt Guide: https://nextgenpodcaster.com/chatgpt-prompt-guide/    Connect with Marc here: iRonickmedia.com    NextGenPodcaster.com Instagram Clubhouse More links: https://linktr.ee/ironickmedia    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