Eat Blog Talk 600: What Does It Take to Be a Successful Food Blogger and Podcast Host (+What Is It Like to Be Married to a Food Blogger) - Megan's Journey With Dan Porta
In episode 600, Dan Porta - Megan's husband - interviews his wife about her food blogging journey, what it takes to succeed and why she started her podcast, Eat Blog Talk.
Dan and Megan have been married 18 years and have two boys. Dan works in the travel industry and enjoys driving the family in their RV, going sky diving and being a hand model for his wife. He fully supports having a fabulous food blogger in the family and does so very well.
In this episode, you'll learn about Megan's journey from starting her food blog, Pip and Ebby to creating the Eat Blog Talk podcast and community. Dan interviews his wife about the challenges and triumphs of food blogging and running a business in general, as well as valuable lessons for aspiring and established bloggers alike.
Key points discussed:
- Longevity is key in food blogging: You need to see food blogging as a long-term game, requiring patience and consistency, even when faced with industry changes.
- Develop essential qualities for success: The top three qualities Megan recommends for aspiring food bloggers are patience, flexibility/resilience, and a willingness to learn and adapt.
- Leverage your unique personality to build your brand: According to Dan, what makes Megan's blog and podcast stand out is her personality.
- Prioritize time with family: Megan and her husband value the schedule freedom they've achieved, allowing them to prioritize quality time with their children.
- Recognize and address burnout: Dealing with burnout in a timely manner (and ideally preventing it) is essential to maintain a sustainable business and personal life.
- Embrace the power of community: Megan was able to build a supportive community, both through the Eat Blog Talk podcast and the various mastermind groups she has created.
- Leverage your partner's support: Megan credits her husband's unwavering support as a key factor in her ability to pursue food blogging and launch the Eat Blog Talk podcast.
If You Loved this Episode…You'll love Episode 400: Why Did I Start Eat Blog Talk, Exciting Blogging Developments & How to Set Healthy Boundaries with Megan Porta - where Megan gets interviewed by Taryn Solie, her community manager.
Connect with Pip and Ebby