From Tesla to Podcasting: Tom Kelly's Inspiring Journey to Becoming a Successful Podcast Editor

In the world of podcasting, Tom Kelly's journey is a testament to the power of perseverance and passion.

Little did he know, his path would take him to an unexpected encounter that would change everything. Tom's story is about his determination and hard work. He began by listening to podcasts in a wood shop and later worked on installing solar panels for Tesla. Eventually, he started his own editing business.

But what was the unexpected encounter that propelled him towards success? You'll just have to listen to discover the surprising turn of events that transformed Tom's podcast editing journey forever.

• How Tom's path to where he is now was anything but straight
• How a conference led to Tom's first paid gig (and why it might be a little non-traditional)
• What kept Tom going when it was tough
• One thing that could really help YOU land clients (and a free resource we have for you if you want it...)
• How Tom's priorities have shifted in recent years

Master the podcast editing journey

Tom's experiences in the podcast editing business offer valuable lessons for those aiming to carve their own path in this field. Thes include things like persistence, learning from failures, and gaining practical experience with different types of audio recordings are integral to mastering the craft.

Build a compelling portfolio

Creating your own content is an effective way to showcase your podcast editing skills. This approach gives you complete control over the audio quality and content. It helps you demonstrate your skills more effectively, especially when the client's initial audio is of poor quality.

Tap into a supportive network

Tom’s rise in the podcast editing industry underscores the importance of networking and community involvement. Attending industry events and building genuine relationships can open doors to collaboration opportunities and client referrals.

Additionally, using social platforms like YouTube to share knowledge and experiences can help expand your influence, build credibility, and attract potential clients.

• How to Win Friends & Influence People (Dale Carnegie Books) - Tom mentioned this book as a resource.
• Mixergy - Learn from Proven Entrepreneurs - Tom mentioned Mixergy as a resource.
• Fiverr - Tom got his first gig here. It wasn't the best experience, but it was his experience.
• What is the Fletcher Munson Curve? - Tom explained what the Fletcher Muson Curve is. This article has an image like what he described.
• Practice Episode
• iZotope RX10 - Audio restoration software.
• Podcast Editors Club - Where Tom started connecting with other editors and gathered additional tools and skills.
• Podcast Movement - The first podcast conference that Tom went to.
• Podcast Editor Academy - The Podcast Editor Academy is a paid community that includes access to training, resources, and even job postings.
• Tansy Aster Academy - Jesse's community for podcast editors and managers. You should definitely...