Whether you are considering starting your own business, or you are already a successful entrepreneur, listening to how others succeeded can help you better achieve the goals you have set for your business.
Podcasts are an informative, fun way to gain knowledge and inspiration, and can be listened to while working, exercising, commuting, and so on. The key is finding worthwhile podcasts to listen to.
Luckily, we have compiled a list of the most helpful, inspiring, and interesting business podcasts, with input from our entrepreneurial experts here at Bplans. Listen in, and let us know your favorite in the comments below!
1. Dorm Room Tycoon
In this podcast, host William Channer interviews entrepreneurs seen as true innovators. The guest list that Channer has managed to compile is impressive and expansive, and a lot of successful individuals have lent their knowledge and experiences to this podcast.
Whether you are seeking insight or inspiration, Dorm Room Tycoon is a great example of a business podcast, and one that comes highly recommended from a variety of entrepreneurs.
Listen to Dorm Room Tycoon here.
2. Mixergy
Mixergy describes their mission as introducing you to “doers and thinkers whose ideas and stories are so powerful that just hearing them will change you.” Boasting over 1,129 interviews and 166 informational courses, Mixergy is especially good at helping would-be entrepreneurs who have not yet started their own business.
3. The Bcast
While talking about the best business podcasts out there, we cannot help but mention our very own podcast, the Bcast. We designed the Bcast to discuss the topics that we find important and interesting for small businesses.
If you are looking for a podcast from people who understand small business, but also from people who are perhaps a little less dry than many other hosts, look no further than our very own Bcast.
4. StartUp
StartUp, true to its name, is the story of one man’s journey from regular guy to businessman. The failed pitches to investors, the difficult conversations with loved ones, and even the negotiations among cofounders are all recorded here as they happened, giving a unique look at one man’s entire experience from concept to company.
5. Entrepreneur on Fire
John Lee Dumas, founder and host of Entrepreneur on Fire, interviews successful entrepreneurs every single day. A consistent podcast, the show has a new episode every day of the week, each with a different guest.
Entrepreneur on Fire was awarded a Best of iTunes Award in 2013, and its insights can definitely help guide you in your own entrepreneurial endeavors.
Listen to Entrepreneur on Fire here.
6. TWIST
TWIST, an acronym for “This Week In Startups,” is all about the world of web companies. Host Jason Calacanis and a rotating group of guest experts discuss the best, worst, and craziest stories in the tech world, delivering words of advice and information in a blunt, humorous way.
7. The Ashish Walia Show
For a lot of new businesses, the biggest obstacle becomes gaining traction in the marketplace. Interviewing successful entrepreneurs from all over the small business world, The Ashish Walia Show aims to deliver advice from the best in order to provide you with the means to gain traction for your small business and allow it to thrive.
Listen to The Ashish Walia Show here.
8. Small Business Advocate Radio
Hosted by small business expert Jim Blasingame of Small Business Advocate, SBR is the world’s only weekday radio talk show dedicated to small business, nationally syndicated since 1997. Recognized by “Talkers” magazine as one of the most important talk show hosts in America, Blasingame is ready and waiting to help your business thrive.
9. Duct Tape Marketing
Perhaps your business is already up and running, but you need help with getting the word out to potential customers. Fear not, new entrepreneurs, for the people at Duct Tape Marketing have a podcast specifically designed to teach you how to market your business successfully without breaking the bank.
Listen to Duct Tape Marketing here.
10. Business Insanity
Host Barry Moltz, a small business entrepreneur for over fifteen years, knows how crazy starting your own business can be. However, unlike some, Mr. Moltz believes that the craziness is actually what makes starting your own business so exciting, interesting, and worthwhile. His podcast explains the craziness and how to survive it.
Listen to Business Insanity here.
11. One on One
One on One, the podcast from Small Business Trends, allows you to hear from key voices in companies, both large and small. Host Brent Leary interviews the decision-makers in big corporations and the owners of small businesses, and this variety really allows for a wide range of advice.
12. Mom Biz Solutions
Lara Galloway, The Mom Biz Coach, has been coaching women business owners for 10 years and helps them define success for themselves and achieve it. If you could use a little inspiration, or a guide from a mombiz owner who’s “been there, done that,” or if you just want to hear from a woman who has learned to laugh off her mistakes and accept her life as perfect (just the way it is), you’ll want to tune in every week.
Listen to Mom Biz Solutions here.
13. The Business of Story
The world’s best storytellers from business, Hollywood, and beyond teach you how to use stories to communicate and connect with your customers. While technology has given us all global reach with our messages, it’s still the ancient bewitchery of storytelling that connects us with one another.
Hosted by Park Howell, every show includes at least one actionable tip that will make your stories more engaging, and help you advance your personal or professional quest further, faster.
Listen to The Business of Story here.
14. This Old Marketing
Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose talk about the latest content marketing trends and discuss how businesses can use content to attract and retain customers. Each podcast show features a discussion of content marketing headlines, rants from Joe and Robert on what’s going on in the industry, and a “This Old Marketing” example from the past
(that we can learn from).
Listen to This Old Marketing here.
15. Growth Everywhere
Growth Everywhere is a weekly interview series with successful entrepreneurs on business and personal growth. Learn actionable strategies & tactics on how you can make your business grow and mistakes to avoid during your entrepreneurial journey. Suitable for entrepreneurs at any stage (even if you haven’t launched your idea yet).
Listen to Growth Everywhere here.
16. Restaurant Unstoppable
If you’re interested in starting your own restaurant, then Restaurant Unstoppable is the number one podcast you should be listening to.
Today’s most successful Restaurateurs and Restaurant Professionals share tips and insights with the host, Eric Cacciatore. Discussion topics include how to lead, manage and market a successful restaurant.
Listen to Restaurant Unstoppable here.
With these podcasts, you will be well on your way to a whole new world of business knowledge and insight.
Got a favorite business podcast that we missed? Did you particularly enjoy one of the above podcasts? Let us know!
Jonathan is the Engagement Marketing Manager for Palo Alto Software, and has spent the last 9 years developing and implementing digital marketing strategies. During that time, he has learned that empathy and authenticity are strengths by which companies can effectively engage with individuals at every point throughout the customer journey.
