If you’ve ever wondered how podcasting can grow your business, this episode is for you.

After recording hundreds of episodes and helping leaders launch their podcast with confidence, I discovered something powerful:

Your voice is a business tool. Your story attracts customers. Your podcast builds trust before you ever make an offer.

In this episode, I break down exactly how to use podcasting to grow your business, build relationships, increase exposure, and become the go-to authority in your industry.

I share real stories, real experiences, and the processes I’ve used to turn conversations into clients and leaders into confident storytellers.

You’ll learn:

-Why podcasting positions you as an expert

-How conversations build trust that leads to customers

-The power of “unexpected listeners”

-Why your voice has more influence than you think

-How podcasting becomes a bridge to new relationships

-Why leaders must launch with confidence — not perfection

-How spotlighting others leads to word-of-mouth growth

-Why consistency is the real secret to winning in podcasting

Whether you're a business owner, leader, or someone ready to grow your influence, podcasting is one of the fastest ways to build connection, authority, and visibility.

If you're ready to launch your podcast with confidence and attract more customers, this episode gives you the blueprint.

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Launching a podcast is easy. Staying committed is what separates the 90% who quit from the 10% who grow.

In today’s episode of the Failure Is Knowledge Podcast, we talk about the real reason your podcast matters — and why commitment is the key to long-term growth, consistency, clarity, and impact.

Most people want to start a podcast…

But they don’t realize it requires time, energy, and investing in yourself.

When you stay committed to your message, something powerful happens:

⭐ Your confidence grows

⭐ Your storytelling improves

⭐ Your audience starts to trust you

⭐ Your voice makes a difference

⭐ Your brand becomes recognizable

Inside this episode, you’ll learn:

✔️ Why time is your biggest advantage as a podcaster

✔️ How your energy influences your audience

✔️ Why consistency builds trust

✔️ Why 90% of podcasters quit after Episode 3

✔️ How to grow your podcast even if you’re starting from scratch

✔️ What commitment really looks like behind the scenes

✔️ How to start ugly and improve over time

If you’re ready to launch your podcast — not as a hobby, but as a leader ready to make a difference — this episode will give you the clarity and confidence you need.

🎙️ Your voice matters. Your story matters. Your commitment matters.

👉 Ready to launch your podcast with confidence?

Join the Podcast Launch Training and take the first step today.

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Your voice has power, and your story can change someone’s life.

In this episode, we break down why your podcast isn’t just content… Its impact. Someone out there is waiting to hear your message, your lessons, and the setbacks you turned into success. When you share your story consistently, people begin to say:

⭐ “I feel seen.”

⭐ “I feel valued.”

⭐ “I’m not alone.”

If you’ve been wanting to make a difference but didn’t know where to start, launching your podcast with confidence is the first step. Today, I break down:

✔️ Why your story matters

✔️ How your message creates real impact

✔️ Why consistency builds trust

✔️ How your podcast becomes someone’s lifeline

✔️ Why you must get out of your own way and hit publish

Your podcast can change lives — starting with yours.

I’m your host, Terryl Humphrey, creator of the Failure Is Knowledge Podcast and mentor to leaders ready to launch their podcast with confidence.

In this episode of the Failure Is Knowledge Podcast, Steven Oliver—Branch Manager of the Florida Family Mortgage Team powered by Nexa Mortgage—shares his journey from growing up in poverty, serving in the Army, working in finance, and becoming one of Florida’s top loan officers.

Steven breaks down the five pillars of mortgage success, why failure is essential to growth, how he became known as the AUS King, and how he helps families secure homes even with low credit scores.

If you're interested in real estate, mortgage lending, homeownership, credit repair, or entrepreneurship, this conversation will change your perspective. Steven explains the reality behind underwriting, equity, renting vs. buying, and how to build trust in a numbers-driven industry.

🔥 Topics Covered:

• How Steven transitioned from finance to mortgages

• What he learned growing up in a low-income family

• Why low-credit buyers deserve a chance

• How he became the “AUS King”

• The truth about equity, renting, & building wealth

• How failure shaped his work ethic and purpose

🎙️ About the Failure Is Knowledge Podcast:

We turn setbacks into success stories by showcasing leaders, entrepreneurs, and everyday people who overcame adversity and found purpose.

Learn more about Steven:

FloridaFamilyMortgageTeam.com

Instagram: @steven.oliver.m00

Facebook: Steven Oliver – Branch Manager

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In this powerful conversation with Tony from ISI Publishing, we explore what it really means to live by Iron Sharpens Iron how challenges, setbacks, and authenticity build stronger leaders, storytellers, and creators.

Tony shares his journey from growing up in East Cleveland to becoming an attorney, author, and publisher, helping others share their stories through books. Together, we talk about how faith, vulnerability, and representation can transform failure into wisdom.

You’ll learn how storytelling creates impact, how publishing connects to purpose, and why being authentic is your greatest business advantage.

In this episode:

-How Iron Sharpens Iron shapes Tony’s mission

-Lessons from publishing “Unlocking Potential”

-The importance of representation in leadership

-How failure and faith fuel growth

-Why storytelling builds trust, legacy, and exposure

-Finding your authentic voice through writing and podcasting

Timestamps

0:00 – Intro: Iron Sharpens Iron

3:45 – The power of representation

8:30 – From fear to publishing your story

15:00 – Overcoming imposter syndrome

21:50 – How to turn pain into purpose

27:40 – The value of mentorship and accountability

33:10 – Failure isn’t final — it’s knowledge

40:00 – Why storytelling builds connection

45:30 – Final takeaway: Keep sharpening

About ISI Publishing

ISI (Iron Sharpens Iron) Publishing empowers new authors to write, publish, and share their stories with the world. Their message: Your story matters. Someone’s waiting to hear it.

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Doubting your podcast? This episode shows why growth begins with belief and small risks. We break down three moves: learn what you bring, perfect your value with daily reps, and share it consistently so you stop disqualifying yourself and start building momentum.

I’m Terryl Humphrey, and I’m documenting my 90-day push to grow this podcast and business from the ground up.

You’ll learn:

-How to reframe self-doubt and identify the value you already have

-A simple practice routine to build on-camera confidence

-Why sharing early (and often) attracts the right audience

-The difference between hobby energy and business discipline

If you want to launch your podcast, share your story, and attract more customers, this is your playbook.

Every podcaster wants growth, but few are willing to take the risks that lead to it. In this episode, I share how taking consistent risks transformed my podcast, built my confidence, and helped me turn my platform into a business.

You’ll learn:

-Why “No Risk, No Growth” is the mindset every podcaster needs

-How small risks build long-term consistency and credibility

-The difference between a hobby show and a growing podcast brand

-How to plan, pivot, and learn from every setback

-Ways to turn your podcast into a platform that creates real opportunity

🎙️ Whether you’re just starting or rebuilding, this episode will remind you that growth only happens when you’re bold enough to risk failure.

Most podcasters blend in. In this episode of Failure Is Knowledge, I show you how to create your competitive advantage so your show stands out, attracts the right audience, and grows like a business.

We’ll break down a simple SWOT for podcasters (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats) and turn it into action:

-Strengths: Own what makes you different so your voice becomes the differentiator.

-Weaknesses: Identify gaps (team, resources, clarity) and turn them into growth plans.

-Opportunities: Use feedback loops, offers, and audience language to position value.

-Threats: Competing shows + impatience—why consistency and focus win.

You’ll also learn how to niche your audience language, why “serve everyone = serve no one,” and how to think like a strategist (not just a creator) so your podcast becomes a business.

If you’re a podcaster or leader struggling to stand out, this is your roadmap to build authority, communicate value, and create a durable podcast advantage.