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Episode 4 Script Outline: “Be Honest With Yourself: Early Lessons in Podcasting”
Episode Theme: Reflect on the challenges of building a podcast, focusing on honesty about our skills, limitations, and adaptability.
Opening Segment: Introductions
• Jay:
“Welcome back to The Jay and Wes Podcast! Where we are standing up a podcast business from scratch without any “substantial” experience. Today, we’re diving into a critical lesson we’ve learned over the past few weeks: being honest with yourself early in the process. Whether it’s starting a podcast, launching a business, or any other venture, acknowledging your strengths and limitations is key to growth.”
• Wes:
“Absolutely, Jay. We’re in the thick of it, juggling ideas, editing, and posting, and we’ve had to confront some tough realities about what we’re capable of and how to manage our time.”
Segment 1: The Reality of Editing
• Jay:
“So let’s start with the elephant in the room—editing. I’ve taken on a lot of the editing work, and while I’ve improved, it’s still taking me longer than I’d like. The person we hired to help with editing didn’t stick around, so I’m back in the driver’s seat.”
• Wes:
“And that’s where honesty comes in. You’ve done an amazing job, but we may have to adjust our expectations. We thought we’d be ahead by now, but we’re learning it’s about quality and consistency over speed.”
• Jay:
“Right, and part of that honesty is realizing we need to simplify. Instead of aiming for perfection, we’ve decided to focus on creating more content—six 10-minute videos and five shorts weekly. This gives us more chances to experiment and grow.”
Segment 2: Reassessing the SMART Goal
• Wes:
“Let’s revisit our SMART goal: 50,000 YouTube subscribers and 5,000 Instagram followers in 90 days. Are we on track, or do we need to tweak our strategy?”
• Jay:
“It’s worth asking: if we post three full episodes and five shorts weekly, how much growth can we realistically expect? While we’re adjusting our content approach, we need to remain aligned with our timeline and budget.”
Segment 3: Lessons on Simplicity and Honesty
• Jay:
“One big lesson for me is not overcomplicating things. By focusing on smaller, more manageable goals—like hitting six consistent posts a week—we’re keeping the momentum going without burning out.”
• Wes:
“And we’re learning to be comfortable with the outcome. Our videos might not be perfect yet, but they’re authentic. That honesty resonates with audiences more than polished but disconnected content.”
• Jay:
“Exactly. It’s about showing up, learning, and improving as we go. And honestly, that’s a message we want to share with our listeners—whether it’s podcasting or anything else, progress beats perfection.”
Segment 4: Action Plan for Growth
• Jay:
“So here’s our next step: sticking to our simplified posting schedule. Six videos a week—three full episodes, three extra videos—and five shorts. This gives us consistent at-bats to test what works.”
• Wes:
“And we’ll continue refining our editing process, maybe even bring someone else on board down the line. But for now, it’s about consistency and learning to operate within our current capacity.”
Closing Segment: Final Thoughts
• Jay:
“That’s it for today’s episode! Remember, being honest with yourself isn’t a weakness—it’s a strength. It allows you to focus on what matters and keep moving forward.”
• Wes:
“Thanks for tuning in to The Jay and Wes Podcast! Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and follow us on social media for more updates. See you next time!”
This script emphasizes authenticity and the iterative process of building a podcast while sharing actionable takeaways for the audience. Let me know if you’d like adjustments or additional details!