Today I’m celebrating a massive milestone — 600 podcast episodes. Most podcasts never make it past Episode 10, but this show has turned into a global visibility engine, and in this episode, I’m breaking down exactly what I learned along the way. If you’re a content creator, entrepreneur, or coach who wants to grow your audience and build authority online, this episode is your roadmap. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why consistency matters more than motivation How showing up—especially when no one is clapping—builds long-term success What I got wrong when I started podcasting Why most podcasters quit before they ever see results How 600 episodes changed my life, my business, and my brand The mindset required to stay visible in a noisy online world My biggest piece of advice for anyone wanting to start a podcast in 2026 Why this milestone matters Hitting 600 episodes wasn’t about perfection—it was about commitment. This show has opened doors to paid speaking gigs, brand partnerships, new clients, and opportunities I never imagined. And it all happened from making the decision to KEEP going. If you’ve been waiting for a sign to start your podcast… This is it. If you want to launch a podcast without the overwhelm, I’m opening a few Done-For-You Podcast Launch & Management spots for January. We handle everything: Podcast strategy Naming + branding Cover art Episode editing Show notes Platform distribution Launch plan 4 fully produced episodes You record. We do the rest. DM me “PODCAST” on Instagram (@michellelthames) or click the link in the show notes for details. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.