In this solo quarter-year reflection, I’m sharing the behind-the-scenes reality of starting Creatively Eccentric. Four months into the podcast, I reflect on how fear, perfectionism, and waiting to feel “ready” kept me hiding my work—and how that was hurting my reach.
I talk about why visibility isn’t the problem—fear is, and how letting go of rigid expectations, embracing imperfection, and introducing solo episodes helped me move forward. Some of the episodes I’ve doubted most have resonated deeply with listeners, reminding me that work doesn’t need to be perfect to be valuable.
This episode is a reminder that hiding your work doesn’t protect you—it limits your reach. Visibility requires showing up imperfectly, accepting fear and vulnerability as part of being human, and learning as you go.
If you’re a creative with a bold voice, a messy journey, and zero apologies, I’d love to hear from you—Creatively Eccentric is always looking for guests who align with the podcast’s values and mission.
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Timestamps
00:00 The Journey Begins: Launching the Podcast
04:26 Overcoming Fear and Embracing Imperfection
06:13 Visibility and Opportunities: Breaking Free from Fear
07:12 Listener Questions
08:39 Guest Call-Out Invitation
08:53 Outro
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