In this episode, you’ll get a refreshing perspective on podcasting from Quinn Magnuson, host of the Effort Over Results podcast. If you ever struggle with feeling like you’re not “successful enough” as a podcaster, or if you’ve been caught up worrying about download numbers or YouTube views, Quinn’s philosophy will help you reframe your podcast journey.

We dig into the importance of valuing effort over outcomes, and how to find fulfillment by focusing on what you can control. Listen for our discussion on why celebrating small wins (like making your first episode or connecting with a guest) matters so much for long-term motivation. You’ll also pick up practical tips—like why the early days of podcasting should be about finding your own system, and why not everything needs to be perfect before you hit publish.

Takeaways for creators:
• How to make podcasting itself feel rewarding, regardless of results
• Why embracing “bad” first episodes and public mistakes is crucial for growth
• Ways to simplify your workflow and enjoy the process more

Connect with Quinn Magnuson

Website: https://www.effortoverresults.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/effortoverresults/#

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Chapters

00:00 Why Effort Over Results Matters
02:37 Focusing on What You Can Control
04:13 Celebrating Small Podcast Wins
07:10 Mindset and Podcasting: Process vs. Outcome
10:28 The Value of Showing Up
12:05 Overcoming Perfection and Getting Started
15:26 Trying vs. Doing in Podcasting
18:27 How Podcasting Gets Easier
20:02 Conversations as Opportunities
22:02 Explaining Podcasting to Others
23:36 Setting Your Own Podcast Rules
24:34 Managing Expectations and Avoiding Burnout
26:48 Why Quinn Chose Podcasting
28:53 Quinn’s Complete Podcast Workflow
33:26 YouTube Channel and Thumbnails Tour
37:37 Thumbnails and What Actually Works
41:46 Youtube, Discovery, and Owning Your Growth
44:14 The Power of Podcasting Stories
46:19 What Makes a Compelling Podcast Guest
47:06 Making and Scheduling Shorts
49:13 Tech, Tools, and Embracing Struggle
51:25 Learning Publicly & Embracing Mistakes
52:45 Does Quinn’s Podcast Make Money?
55:13 Where To Connect With Quinn