What traits do you need to be a successful podcaster?
Posted by podcastingtricks on May 15, 2006
I've examined this issue at length and think the answer is that you need to have some of the same traits it takes to be a successful radio broadcaster. Here is my list, in no particular order:
*A topic that you are both familiar with and passionate about.
*A willingness to help others.
*A strong desire to tell a story or to communicate with people.
*Moderate to large amount of ambition.
*A fair amount of self-confidence.
*A willingness to critique yourself.
*A strong distaste for boredom.
*Determination, fearlessness, patience and resilience.
*A sense that you could always do better.
*Fear of having to get a real job.
If you have at least seven of these traits, I'd say you're well on your way to having what it takes to be a podcaster. There might be one more I'd throw in as an afterthought…if you want to be a professional podcaster, you must be willing to constantly explain how you earn a living to your father-in-law.
