9 podcasts to help your small business grow

Small business owners are sometimes so focused on growing their business that they forget to make enough time for education. It can be tough to find an hour to devote to a book or documentary. This is why podcasts are perfect for listening to while completing another task, whether it’s working out, eating breakfast, or paying your bills. We have compiled a list of the 9 best podcasts made specifically for small business owners looking to grow their business. You can thank us later!

1. Entrepreneur on Fire

This podcast is an award winner for a reason. Each episode, host, John Lee Dumas interviews successful entrepreneurs and digs deep into their business journey. Looking at a range of industries and personal challenges, Dumas captures meaningful insights from his guests in just 30 minutes.

http://www.eofire.com/podcast/

2. The Small Business Radio Show

Some might say that operating a small business can make you crazy, but according to Barry Moltz, host of the Small Business Radio Show, it’s that craziness that makes a small business exciting, interesting, and unpredictable. Barry has a ton of experience running small businesses (both successes and failures) and it shows. Episodes are an hour long, but it’s definitely worth it.

https://www.blogtalkradio.com/smallbusinessunstuck

3. Duct Tape Marketing

This is a podcast that many recommend, because it is that good. Each week, John Jantsch, small business marketing expert, interviews an author, industry expert, or thought leader. As a small business authority himself, John uncovers amazing stories and pushes guests to share industry secrets. This podcast is a must for anyone in a small business up to enterprise level.

https://www.ducttapemarketing.com/

4. The $100 MBA Show

An addictive podcast with a terrific name. This show averages just 10 minutes in length, so you can never claim to be ‘too busy’. Omar Zenhom uses his time to share actionable small business tips rather than lengthy interviews, often sharing some of his own experiences. With over 100,000 daily listeners, you know Omar is doing something right.

https://100mba.net/show/

5. Foundr Podcast

One of the best podcasts made specifically for digital entrepreneurs. Host, Nathan Chan, interviews some of the most successful people in tech and entrepreneurship. Something that sets Nathan apart from other hosts is that prior to starting Foundr Magazine (and podcast), he knew nothing about entrepreneurship or marketing. He’s on the journey alongside listeners.

https://foundr.com/podcast-with-nathan-chan/

6. Mixergy

Mixergy host, Andrew Warner, examines many different aspects of running a business, and rarely shies away from asking tough questions. A successful, self-made entrepreneur, Andrew interviews some of the biggest names in entrepreneurship. With over 1,000 interviews there is sure to be something for every startup founder and small business owner.

https://mixergy.com/interviews/

7. Hack the Entrepreneur

I’ve seen Hack the Entrepreneur recommended online before, but it’s worth another mention. Jon Nastor makes his guests dig deep and examine their ups and downs. He also pays special attention to the mindset and habits that differentiates successful entrepreneurs from those who don’t make it.

https://hacktheentrepreneur.com/podcasts/

8. StartUp

If you haven’t heard of StartUp, you haven’t been paying attention. The podcast began by following Alex Blumberg, as he builds Gimlet Media, StartUp’s parent. Hosted by Alex himself, and Lisa Chow, the podcast now examines one business per episode. Today, StartUp has over 1 million listeners per month and has grown beyond simply discussing entrepreneurship.

https://gimletmedia.com/shows/startup/episodes

9. The Introvert Entrepreneur

A podcast built specifically for introverts! This award winner discusses all the classic challenges of entrepreneurship, such as maximizing productivity, promoting your business, and taking calculated risks, but from the perspective of an introvert. Host, Beth Buelow, also looks at how to leverage your individual strengths, improve relationships, and develop into a leader.

http://theintrovertentrepreneur.com/

We hope this list helps you to efficiently grow your business, whatever it is. Please engage with us and let us know if we have left any great content creators off our list!