Podcasts We Love

Marketing and Business Podcasts Perfect For Small Business Owners

Whether you’re an auditory learner, love learning on the go, or just need a break from screens, podcasts are a great way to access expert advice and to hear from other business leaders.

Below, we have rounded up a short list of podcasts we love and recommend to small business leaders everywhere.

Coaching For Leaders

This long-running podcast introduces itself with a bold value statement - leaders aren’t born, they’re made. On a weekly basis, the show’s host Dave Stachowiak carries out conversations with bestselling authors, expert researchers, and everyday leaders on topics ranging from how to lead with vulnerability, how to help your team embrace a growth mindset, to how to rehearse before a big presentation. This show’s episodes are approachable, engaging, and packed with actionable advice. Learn more here.

DTC Pod

If your business sells directly to consumers, the DTC Pod is a must-listen. The show covers everything from starting a business on a shoestring to growing and optimizing e-commerce for DTC brands. Episodes of this fun and smart show feature conversations with founders, marketers, platform creators, and others who have direct experience with what it takes to succeed as a small business. Learn more here.

Online Marketing Made Easy

If your business model includes selling courses or monetizing content, Online Marketing Made Easy is a great podcast to add to your playlist. Host, entrepreneur, and NY Times best selling Author, Amy Porterfield shares step-by-step guidance on a range of online marketing topics in this long-running and top-rated show.

Learn more here.

How I Built This

If you enjoy getting a dose of inspiration with business advice, How I Built This with Guy Raz is the show for you. Listen to hear interviews with some of the world’s best known entrepreneurs like the founders of Goodreads, Audible, Tarte Cosmetics, Burt’s Bees and more. In each episode, founders share intimate moments of doubt and failure, and insights on their eventual success. Listen to How I Built whenever you’re in the mood for a master-class on innovation, creativity, leadership and how to navigate challenges of all kinds. Learn more here.

Next Economy Now

Social enterprises, ethical business leaders, and everyone who is curious about the intersection of bold business ideas and progressive values may want to add Next Economy Now to their listening schedule. This show spotlights corporate trailblazers who prioritize sustainability, transparency, and equity in their business approach. The podcast shines a light on innovative businesses making a positive impact - such as social enterprises aiding refugees and considers important issues such as the racial wealth disparity within the food and agriculture sectors and more. Learn more here.

These are just a few of the great shows out there, we look forward to sharing more of our favourites in future posts. Happy Listening!

- Monika and Joanna