Please stop playing small


Be honest Reader—are you treating your podcast like something worth growing, or are you playing small?

I see it all the time.

Podcasters put in hours creating episodes they’re proud of. But when it comes to actually promoting their show?

They shrink.

They quietly publish.
They tell themselves “I don’t want to be pushy.”
They assume “If my content is good, people will find it.”

But here’s the truth:

No one can find what you’re afraid to put out there.

Podcasters who grow aren’t louder—they’re bolder.

They own their message.

They believe their show deserves to be heard.

So let me ask you—are you actively putting your podcast in front of new ears every week?

Or are you just hoping people will stumble upon it?

If you’re done playing small, here’s what to do today:

✅ Share a high-energy clip from your latest episode.
✅ DM three people who would love your show and personally invite them to listen.
✅ Email your list (yes, even if it’s small). Your most engaged listeners are already there.

Your podcast deserves an audience. Stop waiting. Go claim it.

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—Harry 'I Believe In Myself' Duran

Harry Duran

I help heart-centered coaches and consultants amplify their authority through podcasting—without tech overwhelm—so they can attract aligned clients and grow their business effortlessly. Want a daily dose of podcasting insights and inspiration? Join 490 subscribers here 👇

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