# 5 Brutal Truths I've Learned After 5 Years Of Podcasting

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Podcast: [Adventure Of An Entrepreneur with Sri Mahabir](https://stenobird.com/podcast/adventure-of-an-entrepreneur-with-sri-mahabir-6593966)
Published: 2025-04-18T09:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://adventure-of-an-entrepreneur.captivate.fm
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## Resource

What happens when you stick with a podcast and live show for 5 years— through fear, rejection, zero downloads, and personal grief ? In this special anniversary episode of The Adventure of an Entrepreneur , I’m pulling back the curtain on what it’s really like to show up week after week, when no one’s watching... yet. If you’ve ever thought: 🎙 “Is anyone even listening?” 🎯 “Why isn’t this growing faster?” ⛔ “I’m not sure I can keep going...” This episode is for you . I’m sharing the 5 biggest lessons I’ve learned in 5 years of running a live show and podcast: You’ll also hear: How my first podcast setup involved a snow globe and jewelry box Why rejection from 9 people launched my show How this podcast led to deep friendships, a thriving business, and global community Plus: heartfelt comments from the amazing live audience who made this anniversary moment unforgettable. 🎙 Whether you’re just getting started or feeling stuck in your podcast journey—this is your sign to keep going . 🧡 Thank you for being part of this journey. If this episode resonated, do me a favor: ▶️ Share it with a friend 💬 Leave a review 📲 Screenshot and tag me on LinkedIn or Instagram Because your voice matters . And someone out there needs to hear it—from you . 🎤 Want to be a guest on the show? Email me at sri.mahabir@nlconsulting.net 💬 Loved this episode? 👉 Follow the show, leave a review, and tag us on social when you share your favorite takeaway! LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/srimahabir IG: https: //www.instagram.com/thisissrimahabir/ FB:  https://www.facebook.com/sri.mahabir Tik Tok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@srimahabir?_t=8ZRC0CebV3W&_r=1 Watch more episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/live/W8WgwS0ZJl4?si=J9hTZ0968nxugsH1 Ready to build visibility to your…

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