I haven’t kept my love for podcasts secret. As much as I love to read, I also struggle to find the time to sit down and do it. For me, the popularity of podcasts has made my commute and travels more enriching. Not only do they pass the time when you’re trapped in traffic, but they enrich the mind.
If you’re looking for insight, compelling interviews, and great information to chew on, motivate, and inspire...you’ve come to the right place. This isn’t the first time I’ve recommended podcasts, and while I’m sure there are some you’ve thought of that are missing from this list, I wanted to go off the beaten path to find top-rated podcasts that will benefit entrepreneurs and professionals at every level.
With that said, here are my recent recommendations:
7 Stellar Podcasts for Entrepreneurs & Leaders
The Indicator by Planet Money
NPR has its fair share of quality podcasts. The Indicator, which is associated with the larger Planet Money name, strives to make sense of what’s going on in economics, business, work, and everything else is our ever-changing world. You’ll find a slew of insights here covering all manner of topics. This is a daily podcast featuring ten-or-so minute-long bites of information — perfectly suited for your commute or lunch break.
Ace Weekly with Andrew Evans
Ace Weekly is, at its core, a show about entrepreneurship. Andrew Evans focuses not solely on strategy, but on mastering the mindset that leads to success. Through his show, he demonstrates how to succeed at everything and find fulfillment in things that matter. You’ll find interviews here along with motivational episodes on goals and execution, passion, scaling and the habits the build success in work and in life.
Mixergy by Andrew Warner
Mixergy’s tagline is “Learn from Proven Entrepreneurs.” In this podcast, Andrew Warner dives deep in over 1,000 interviews with successful entrepreneurs. It’s not all the success stories, either. Andrew tackles startups and their founders with insight, probing questions, and a journey of discovery and success that can inspire your own entrepreneurial spirit.
Dose of Leadership by Richard Rierson
Leadership is one of my top passions and priorities. The Dose of Leadership podcast is made for a guy like me. He delves into top-class interviews with unique and exciting entrepreneurs while also presenting actionable takeaways for listeners. Because Dose of Leadership does not discriminate, you’ll find all sorts of leaders and entrepreneurs to learn from: be they business leaders, military legends, authors, speakers, or leaders from countless walks of life. There’s no better person to learn from than those who have been there.
Start Today by Chris Cavallini
If there’s a motivational podcast on this list, Start Today is it. This is a show about mental toughness, drive, personal development, and mastery over not just your skills, but over your life. Chris covers topics like effective goal-setting and squashing insecurities alongside posing thought-provoking questions like “What if your life was a documentary?”
If you’re looking for something to kickstart your motivation, Chris will do it.
Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu
Impact Theory is founded by the brain behind Quest Nutrition. You’ve no doubt seen their products on shelves at your local supermarket. Of course, Tom Bilyeu is far from the only successful businessman featured on Impact Theory. Tom has a keen sense for what his audience wants. Through his interviews with some of the highest achievers in the world, he pulls out practical wisdom that everyone can apply to work and life. His guests have included names like Neil Degrasse Tyson, Levar Burton, Michael Gervais, Tony Hawk, and other successful names, known and less known, from across a host of industries.
The Motivated Mind
Last but certainly not least is The Motivated Mind podcast. It’s an honest look at the ups-and-downs of entrepreneurship, tackling the success, fears, and failures while acknowledging the immense work of innovation. If you’re in need of some serious inspiration and a lift from a dark place, give this podcast a listen. These 20-minute episodes cover topics like victim mentality, risk management, patience, and self-judgment.
Wherever you need to grow professionally, you’re sure to find an episode addressing it.
What podcasts have you been loving lately? Share your recommendations in the comments.