As an entrepreneur striving to build an empire and grow your impact, constant education and self-improvement is a must. The current Covid-19 outbreak provides the small business community with several seemingly insurmountable challenges while also presenting a unique push for new growth and creativity.

For example, investment accelerator Y Combinator has begun expediting the pace of its application process in support of startups working to lessen the effects of the crisis. If you have domain expertise in things like testing and diagnostics, treatments and vaccines, hospital equipment and monitoring infrastructure, nows a good time to apply.

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Another newly thriving business example is Tushy , a manufacturer of portable, self-installable bidets and attachments. Toilet paper shortages have reached an all-time high in the United States thanks to pandemic panic purchases. Relatedly the Tushy company is now reporting multiple days of over $500,000 in sales. To put things into perspective – these numbers are practically 10 times the normal figures!

So right now it’s all about dreaming up sustainable solutions. And business podcasts are a great way to consume information and get your creative juices flowing. With most of the world quarantined and in a state of intermission, it’s prime time to get connected to some of the beyond awesome podcasts that are available. Who knows… It might just be the inspiration behind the next booming start-up.

So without further ado, mic check 1-2-3!

1. The Unmistakable Creative

This is the perfect podcast for aspiring creatives. It has featured over 600 interviews and has an insane amount of five-star reviews on iTunes. Guests tend to run the gamut in terms of interesting backgrounds – entrepreneurs, peak performance psychologists, graffiti artists, ex-convicts turned inventors – you name it.

Each show ends by asking, “What makes you unmistakable?” And the answers never fail to deliver invaluable insight into the mindset of the incredibly creative, talented and successful people interviewed. If you’re looking to broaden your horizons and get to thinking outside the box, this is a must-add for your listening queue.

2.Smart Passive Income

If you find yourself searching far and wide for ideas on creating a passive income, this is the podcast for you. The host, Pat Flynn, became an expert on the topic after being laid off.

Coming from an architectural background, he decided to try out crafting a WordPress blog that might be helpful for students trying to pass their LEED exams. It was a hit and led to him to embrace the wondrous world of content marketing.

His podcast explores everything from affiliate marketing to online courses and teaches listeners all they need to know about investing their time and money. Give it a chance, you won’t be disappointed.

3.The Side Hustle Show

“Keep your day job,” is a common bit of advice heard by aspiring entrepreneurs. It can serve as a safety net of sorts while you work on building up traction and growing your presence. This podcast is 100% focused on providing actionable tips that can be used to turn your side business into a reality.

Topics cover virtually everything involved in manifesting your business including sales, marketing and social media. With a tag line like: “Because Your 9-5 May Make You a Living, But Your 5-9 Makes You Alive,” it’s sure to resonate.

So tune in and start arming yourself with actionable tools and tips to build up your side hustle. In no time you may be able to quit that day job and let your passion become your main gig.

4.Entrepreneur on Fire

This podcast delivers a constant stream of awesome via daily episodes targeting avid entrepreneurial listeners. The format takes the shape of an interview with an entrepreneur from just about every industry you can think of.

The guests usually start off by sharing their personal journey to becoming entrepreneurs before highlighting their “aha” breakthrough moments. If you’re looking for inspiration on how to transfer your ideas into successes, subscribe today.

But brace yourself for the onslaught of perennial insight headed your way!

5.The Goal Digger Podcast

The host of this podcast is a self-made millionaire. She’s proven herself to be a boss on all things photography, online course, and social media influencing related. So week after week when she provides top productivity tips, business hacks, and inspirational stories, people listen.

And in addition to sharing her best-kept secrets, other experts also regularly impart their wisdom. The Goal Digger Movement has seen millions of downloads and it’s highly encouraged that you add yourself to their ranks.

Go on and get busy crafting that dream career!

6.Creative Thursday

Believe it or not, this podcast has been around since 2006! It stalled for a few years while the host continued to grow as a small business owner. But now she’s back and better than ever.

While offering her own unique perspective as an artist and entrepreneur, she interviews other creatives and business owners to talk about all things dream life related. Look forward to an endless supply of pep-talks on how to reshape your business while enjoying a fruitful creative career.

7.Entreleadership

The EntreLeadership podcast makes a genuine effort to addresses relevant issues for everyone. This value-filled podcast features guests who make you think, encourage introspection and provide tools for challenging situations you’re likely to find yourself in.

It’s said to be the kind of podcast you need to listen to with a pen and paper nearby. All the nuggets of wisdom demand to be noted down and remembered. If you’re hungry to learn some essential leadership and entrepreneurship principles, check out an episode today!

8.The School of Greatness

Last, but not least, the basic premise of this podcast is to interview inspiring people with inspiring stories and advice. The star-studded guest list has included everyone from Tony Robbins and Jack Canfield to Arianna Huffington and Alanis Morissette.

Every aspect of success is delved into including health, mindset, relationships and for sure entrepreneurship. Plus if you’re desirous a more accountable route, the host of the show has developed the School of Greatness Academy. This 10 week 100% digital boot camp was designed to unite fans of the School of Greatness and provide them with the training and tools to achieve their dreams.

Go ahead and register for the waitlist – you know you wanna!

There you have it. Eight excellent podcasts to help banish isolation procrastination and inspire your next big idea. Do yourself a favor and get started browsing, brainstorming and blooming much-needed business plans!