When every attempt falls flat


Hey Reader,

Yesterday you noticed that spark you couldn’t share.

Today let’s talk about what happens next.

When you rehearse on your drive home, type a few lines in Notes...

then freeze.

Or post something on social...

and watch the silence.

Each of those stumbles chips away at your confidence, making you wonder if your voice truly matters.

But here’s what I’ve discovered:

Those blank pages and deleted posts aren’t proof of failure, they’re invitations.

Invitations to explore what truly needs to be heard.

Tomorrow we’ll lean into the very doubts that feel like roadblocks.

Harry 'Explorer Mode' 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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