
In this episode, I sat down with Marc Schmidt, podcast pro and the heart behind “Mark My Words.” We dug deep into Marc’s journey—from growing up with a cleft lip and palate, dealing with self-doubt and imposter syndrome, to embracing his authentic voice on camera and in life. Marc shared some powerful lessons about turning adversity into purpose, finding confidence even when others (or your own inner critic!) doubt you, and how important it is to just keep going—especially on those tough days. We also got real about personal sacrifices, handling criticism, and what success truly means. I hope Marc’s courage to share his story inspires you to quiet those limiting beliefs, bet on yourself, and keep creating, no matter what. Remember, your voice and story matter. Stay creative, keep seeking wisdom, and see you on the journey!
Connect with Marc Schmidt
Website: https://linktr.ee/Nimrod79
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nimrod79/
LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcaschmidt/
I’m building an online business in public — sharing every win, setback, and “I can’t believe that happened” moment along the way. If you’ve ever wondered what it really looks like to start from scratch, come along for the ride. Join the journey at https://wisdom.beehiiv.com/
Chapters & Timestamps:
00:00:00 – Introduction to Marc Schmidt & Podcast Origin
00:01:29 – Choosing the Podcast Name
00:02:12 – The Secret to Catchy Podcast Names
00:03:35 – Marc’s Content Creation Journey
00:08:39 – Transition to Podcasting
00:09:01 – Support (or Lack Thereof) from Others
00:10:38 – Overcoming Self-Doubt and Internal Voices
00:11:34 – Building Self-Belief and Early Life Lessons
00:16:34 – Lessons from Five Years of Podcasting
00:20:40 – Developing Podcasting Skills Over Time
00:22:05 – Generating Episode Ideas & Guest Selection
00:24:05 – Podcast Publishing Frequency
00:24:47 – Pushing Through Self-Doubt
00:27:03 – Handling Criticism About His Voice
00:29:48 – Mindset and Growth as a Podcaster
00:30:16 – Promotion Strategies for Podcast Growth
00:32:45 – Monetization and Joining a Podcast Network
00:34:35 – Future Projections for Marc’s Podcast
00:37:23 – Rapid Fire Questions
00:41:09 – Milestones & Emotional Reflections
00:44:50 – Personal Sacrifices
00:47:01 – Redefining Success
00:49:33 – The Power of Storytelling & Inspiring Others
00:51:38 – Where to Find Marc Schmidt Online
00:52:47 – Episode Wrap-Up