Today I talk Mark Lawley from the Practical Prepping Show. I brought Mark on as he is a "regular guy" (retired Police Officer) who started a podcast with his wife Krista and the ball has been rolling along as their show grows (they have 14000 people in their Facebook group). Mark shares his journey from initial struggles to unexpected success, revealing the importance of knowing your audience, having fun, and continually learning. Join us and uncover the secrets to making your podcast not just a success but a life-saving venture! Find Mark and Krita at https://practicalprepping.info/ and check out the free Getting Started In Prepping free PDF Thinking of Starting a Podcast? Are you considering diving into the dynamic world of podcasting? Look no further! Join the School of Podcasting community today and unlock a wealth of knowledge and support tailored just for you. As someone with decades of life experience, your voice is invaluable, and podcasting offers a unique platform to share your wisdom, stories, and passions with the world. With our step-by-step guidance and personalized approach, you'll navigate your podcasting journey with ease, turning your ideas into captivating audio experiences. Plus, as a special bonus, use the coupon code "listener" to embark on your podcasting adventure with exclusive savings. Don't the voice in your head hold you back – embrace the power of podcasting and join us at the School of Podcasting today! Go to https://www.schoolofpodcasting.com/listener How Did You Like This Episode? I'm always looking for feedback and I would love your input on this episode (it takes 1 minute) Chapters 00:00:00 - A Letter From Morgan  00:02:04 - Opening  00:03:15 - Mark From Practical Prepping https://practicalprepping.info/  00:03:20 - Define What You WON'T Do  00:03:39 - Why Prepping?  00:05:23 - What Was It Like Starting Out?  00:06:20 - Doing the Right Things  00:08:30 - An Important Thing to Focus On  00:10:20 - Becoming More Efficient  00:11:33 - When To Remove Ums  00:12:13 - Sponsors Came Knocking  00:14:38 - Join the School of Podcasting  00:15:42 - Your Podcast Website  00:15:56 - Improving Your Website  00:17:05 - Mark Added a Facebook Group  00:22:29 - Audience Approved Content  00:24:05 - Sell a Product or Service  00:25:15 - How Are Book Sales?  00:26:12 - Advice For New Podcasters  00:30:00 - Favorite Comments  00:31:55 - You Don't Need to be THE Expert  00:33:03 - What Does Prepared Look Like?  00:33:40 - Buy Mark a Coffee  00:35:23 - My Thoughts  00:37:37 - Question of the Month  00:38:35 - Live Appearances  00:39:18 - Start Your Podcast  Mentioned In This Episode Practical Prepping Show Practical Prepping For Everyday People: A Common Sense Guide On Preparing For Life's Emergencies Getting Started In Prepping free PDF Practical Prepping Facebook Group Join the School of Podcasting Community Profit From Your Podcast Book Power of Podcasting Network Dave's YouTube Channel Dave's Podcasting Newsletter Buy Dave a Coffee Put Dave In Your Pocket Where Will Dave Be? Question of the Month Teachable Course Platform