"Good Is In the Details" Interview
At Modern Day Wife, we had the lovely experience of interviewing Gwendolyn Dolsky, the Co-Host of Good Is In the Details Podcast. Follow along with us to learn more about this Q&A!
What inspired you to start your own business, and how has that initial inspiration evolved as your company has grown?
I wanted to create a space for the open and fruitful exchange of ideas. In my role as professor, I've found delightful conversations about philosophy with my students that could be brought to the general public. Good Is In The Details podcast provides an intellectual and entertaining platform for learning and thoughtful engagement. As the business has grown, I am more encouraged to promote and elevate work of inspiring guests. Education goes beyond the classroom and I am also an eternal student in addition to being a professor and podcast producer. At Good Is In The Details, we believe in the art of conversation and intellectual growth as a key pillar to happiness.
What are some of the biggest challenges you've faced as an entrepreneur, and how have you overcome them?
Coming from an academic background, I found ease in producing content and research for Good Is In The Details; however, I am new to the realm of marketing. Stepping into the waters of market strategy has been the biggest plot twist in my career, and yet, it's been rewarding to grow and learn this element of business. I've found that at the heart of successful marketing is authentic engagement and relationships with others. Everything starts with genuine interest in others' goals and work, and then finding a path for partnership and collaboration.
Can you share a pivotal moment or decision that significantly impacted the trajectory of your business?
My concern/fear when I began Good Is In The Details was "will anyone listen?" Or, "what if this isn't interesting?" I had to shift my worry about the reception to what I cared about in the creative process. A very special episode came about when one of my former students expressed her fear for her safety and her family during the epidemic of Asian hate. I reached out to a friend of mine in academia who is an expert in Asian-American history, and asked him to be a guest on Good Is In The Details for a history lesson and context of the (then) current political climate. He has no social media presence or name recognition outside of his field, but I knew it was important to have this episode produced. Many in the podcasting realm only seek out "blue checkmark" guests, or those with a large following. I made the decision that the quality of the content would be of more importance. It turned out to be an enlightening, thoughtful, and interesting episode. We received an overwhelming amount of positive feedback once it aired and it remains one of our top ten downloaded episodes (out of 141). This is my pivotal moment in podcasting and something I share with other aspiring podcasters. Trust your instincts, don't just chase what or who is popular, and focus on quality and uplifting content.
In today's rapidly changing market landscape, how do you stay innovative and adaptable to ensure your business remains competitive?
I listen to podcasts everyday and note what I like. I pay attention to what works. If I am stuck, I reach out for help. I view change as an opportunity to master a new skill.
What advice would you give to aspiring entrepreneurs who are just starting their own journey?
Tap into what you find inspiring, what kind of world you want to live in, and how your unique talent and perspective can contribute. Do not worry about competing. If you concern yourself with others then you lose sight of your ability. Enjoy and appreciate the work of others and let it guide you in your journey. Find out who is the best and learn their habits. Most of all, honor your talent and your abilities
Keep up with Gwendolyn Dolsky @ProfDolske.
