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Six Podcasts that have helped me in my creative business

I am a curious person. I read a lot. Everything from books, to articles to blog posts. Being curious and learning is something that I pride myself on. I don’t always have time to read though, so when I was first introduced to podcasts, it opened up a whole new way of consuming information and learning. I was able to play a podcast while I was cooking, doing dishes, running on the treadmill and even sometimes while working at my desk. For a long driving trip with the family, we always download podcasts like Serial, and discuss the cases, the law and argued the facts.

On a daily basis, I primarily listen to podcasts that offer entrepreneurial advice, that are mostly hosted by women. That’s my Podcast M.O.

Six Podcasts that have helped me in my creative business

At any point in starting, growing and running a business, I feel like we need inspiration, information, a fresh perspective, and motivation to push through when we need a little boost. Podcasts for me serve all of those purposes and more. So I thought I’d share with you

Podcasts that have helped me in my creative business


The Influencer podcast with Juile Solomon, great advice about marketing and growing your brand.

Online Marketing Made Easy with Amy Porterfield, so many nuggets about building an online business and email marketing.

Raw Milk with Beth Kirby, lots of creative inspiration and social media tips.

Goal Digger with Jenna Kutcher, everything from building a business to being authentic.

The Sunny Show with Sunny Lenarduzzi, for all things YouTube!

Rise Podcast with Rachel Hollis, lots of… wash your face and get going inspiration!


I download podcasts and listen using iTunes directly from my iPhone since I can pop in headphones and go on my way. You can also listen in directly from the website for each podcast. It’s just a matter of choice and your personal preference.

I hope you find a few inspiring podcasts to tune into to help you with your creative business!

Comment on this post with your top 3 podcasts to listen to so I can find a few new ones to check out and be inspired by too!

x Nicki