Part two of a four-part miniseries. Did you miss the reality check on what turning pro actually means?Today’s focus is on you, targeting the skills and abilities that got you where you are in podcasting today. Because you need to boost those to get into the pro podcasting level. And recognize that true professionals are always working on their skills to stay at the top of their game.Do you know what you’re good at? Do you know where you need to improve? Asking your fans is kinda like asking your mom, so that’s not helpful. Do you know what professional looks and sounds like? Do you know what true professionals outside of podcasting with those skills do to keep their skills fresh?A text-based and totally-re-written-for-reading version of this episode can be found at: https://podcastpontifications.com/episode/upgrading-your-ability-to-become-a-pro-podcasterPodcast Pontifications is published by Evo Terra four times a week and is aimed at the working podcaster. The purpose of this show is to make podcasting better, not just easier.Follow Evo on Twitter for more podcasting insights as they come.And if you need a professional in your podcasting corner, please visit PodcastLaunch.pro to see how Simpler Media Productions can help your firm. Podcasting is our only business.Mentioned in this episode:Support For Abortion RightsWhile Americans overwhelmingly support the right of an individual to make their own decisions about abortion, unfortunately, that right is no longer protected everywhere in the U.S. The Supreme Court overturned Roe v Wade on June 24th. Abortion is a basic healthcare need for the millions of people who can become pregnant. Everyone should have the freedom to decide what’s best for themselves and their families, including when it comes to ending a pregnancy. This decision has dire consequences for individual health and safety, and could have harsh repercussions for other landmark decisions. Restricting access to comprehensive reproductive care, including abortion, threatens the health and independence of all Americans. Even if you live in a state where abortion rights are upheld, access to safe medical procedures shouldn’t be determined by location, and it shouldn't be the privilege of a small few. You can help by donating to local abortion funds. To find out where to donate for each state, visit donations4abortion.com. If you or someone you know needs help, or if you want to get more involved, here are 5 resources: 1. ShoutYourAbortion.com is a campaign to normalize abortion. 2....