The SUMMER That CHANGED Everything: Rediscovering Passion and Purpose ft. Justin Peters

The SUMMER That CHANGED Everything: Rediscovering Passion and Purpose ft. Justin Peters Episode Description: Welcome to the final episode of our Authentic Summer series, where we explore the pivotal summer that transformed the lives of our guests. In this episode, we’re joined by Justin Peters, co-founder of Simple Pod Studios and host of The Struggle is Real with Justin Peters. Justin reflects on the summer of 2020—a summer that became the most transformative of his life. He shares his journey from career dissatisfaction in 2019 to rediscovering his passion for podcasting after taking a life-changing sabbatical. This break led to the creation of his first podcast, ultimately reshaping his career and identity. Today, Justin is a thriving podcaster and runs a podcast agency with his younger brother. This episode highlights the importance of taking risks, embracing career shifts, and the transformative power of pursuing what you love. Episode Timestamps:00:00 – Introduction to the Authentic Summer Series00:27 – Welcoming back Justin Peters: A Podcasting Journey01:00 – The Career Struggles of 2019: Finding Direction01:50 – A Mentor's Advice: Taking a Career Break02:58 – Reclaiming Passion: Podcasting in the Summer of 202004:00 – The Impact of COVID: A New Identity as a Podcaster04:26 – Conclusion: The Transformative Power of 2020 Key Points:Justin Peters’ career dissatisfaction and decision to take a sabbaticalThe role of a mentor’s advice in sparking a transformative summerHow a career break led to discovering a passion for podcastingThe impact of COVID-19 on Justin’s journey to becoming a successful podcasterThe evolution from career confusion to running a podcast agency Memorable Quotes:"That summer created a white space for me to rediscover what truly mattered.""Starting my podcast was a turning point that reshaped my identity and career.""Embracing change and taking risks led me to a career I love." More to Come: If Justin’s story resonated with you, make sure to subscribe to My Most Authentic Life for full-length episodes coming in September. Stay tuned for more inspiring stories that dive into the moments that shape our lives. Focus Topics:Justin Peters’ journey from career dissatisfaction to podcast successThe importance of taking breaks and rediscovering passionsHow the summer of 2020 became a turning point in Justin’s lifeOvercoming career challenges and embracing new identitiesInspirational stories from the Authentic Summer series Social Media & Links:Justin Peters’ Website: Simple Pod StudiosThe Struggle is Real Podcast Website: TSIR PodcastFollow Justin Peters on LinkedIn: Justin Peters on LinkedInFollow Justin Peters on Instagram: @justinleepeters My Most Authentic Life Distributed by: Genuina Media   Follow Fede Around the Web:Instagram: @mymostauthenticlife and @itsfedevargasYouTube: My Most Authentic Life ChannelWebsite: www.mymostauthenticlife.comLinkedIn: Fede Vargas and My Most Authentic Life