ME (in just about every conversation) : “….so I was listening to this podcast…”

EVERYONE ELSE : (eye roll)

I have NO shame in admitting my love for podcasts. To those closest to me, they know I talk about my podcast crew like they are old friends. Don’t be surprised if you hear me chatting about Brooke or Guy in my everyday conversation.

I’ll be the first to admit it, that my life is so much better with podcasts.

I’ll pop one on as I drive to a client session, fold laundry or cook dinner. To me, I feel like I am multi-tasking and working on my brain so that I can be a better biz owner and a better human.

If you haven’t stepped your toes in the podcast waters, here are my top 5 podcasts that every girl boss and entrepreneur should be listening to.

podcast : Building A StoryBrand with Donald Miller

+ what’s the podcast about : Practical advice about clarifying your message so customers will listen

+ why you should listen : It is packed with amazing business tips, advice, and insight. You can literally hack your way to an MBA (or so I think!) by tuning into this podcast every week … plus the hosts Donald Miller and JJ have the best banter!

+ start with this episode : episode 130; “How to Define What Your Customer Really Wants.”

podcast : How I Built This with Guy Raz

+ what’s the podcast about : The behind-the-scenes stories that built up household names like Method, Squarespace, Southwest, etc.

+ why you should listen : For a little inspiration! This podcast is my quick fix for motivation and inspiration and it reminds me that these mega-companies and empires didn’t happen overnight.

+ start with this episode : Rent The Runway : Jenn Hyman

podcast : The Life Coach School

+ what’s the podcast about : A life coaching podcast dedicated to teaching listeners how to manage their thoughts, actions and feelings in everyday situations.

+ why you should listen : The host, Brooke, is a kick-ass biz woman and one smart cookie. She dreams big and shares her journey and business tips along the way in addition to her amazing life coach advice. She will feel like an old friend giving you advice every time you have her in your ear.

+ start with this episode : 86; Do Goals

podcast : Goal Digger

what’s the podcast about : social media tips, growing a business and advice on how to follow your dreams

why you should listen : Jenna Kutcher has transformed her business from being a small-town WI photographer to a business industry leader through her massive Instagram following. Her advice is proven and her guests are inspirational. Tune in when you need a little nudge or inspiration to keep chasing that dream.

start with this episode : 241; Our Best Instagram Tips EVER

podcast : RISE Podcast with Rachel Hollis

what’s the podcast about : Tangible and tactical tools for your life and business.

why you should listen : RISE is a series of bold conversations with fellow business powerhouses and personal development leaders that provides the listener with real-life valuable takeaways.

start with this episode : 102; Finding a bigger dream with Ed Mylett

What podcasts do you subscribe to? Leave your favorites in the comments below.

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