We all have dreams, but bringing them into the world can seem daunting. At The Podcast App, we had a dream to be a force of good in people’s lives and we’re still on the journey of actualizing that dream. From our early days to the app you’re experiencing right now, we’ve come a long way. And we had a lot of help from the wisdom of podcasts in order to get here. Perhaps you’re just flirting with the idea of starting a business, or perhaps you’re ready to take the plunge and become an entrepreneur. Whatever stage of the dream you’re in, these episodes will inspire you to harness the power of your passion and personality and make your brand shine.
How to Start a Business Before You Overthink It
Do you keep telling yourself you’re not ready to start your business because of X, Y, and Z? Find out how to start before you’re ready because, let’s be honest, you’re never going to think you’re ready. This episode of the Commonwealth Club of California Podcast is hosted by Angela Duckworth, psychologist and researcher of grit and self-control, Professor of Psychology at the University of Pennsylvania, and the founder and CEO of Character Lab, a nonprofit that leverages science to help kids thrive. Angela talks to Ellen Bennett, gritty pioneer, founder, and CEO of the groundbreaking kitchen wear company, Hedley & Bennett. Ellen shares the story of how she went from a line cook to a multi-million dollar business owner with her motto “Dream first, details later.” Learn how to overcome early business obstacles, give yourself permission to pivot, and figure it out as you go.
Build Your Brand, Build Your Business
What’s the most effective way to become known for your personal brand? Find out in this episode as entrepreneur John Lee Dumas, founder and host of Entrepreneurs on Fire and author of The Common Path to Uncommon Success, sits down with Rory Vaden, co-founder of Brand Builders Group, New York Times bestselling author of Take the Stairs, and one of the top 100 leadership speakers in the world according to Inc. Magazine. Learn from Rory how to figure out what problem you’re trying to solve, digitize your reputation, and identify the facets of your uniqueness to create your personal brand in order to fast-track the success of your business.
What Every Small Business Owner Needs to Know About Personalities
Are you an Upholder, a Questioner, an Obliger, or a Rebel? Find out in this episode of Happier with Gretchen Rubin as sisters and co-hosts Gretchen Rubin and Elizabeth Craft explain these Four Tendencies of personality and how to embrace yours to become a happier and more effective small business owner. Dubbed “the queen of the self-help memoir” by The New York Times, Gretchen Rubin is the author of five bestselling books on happiness, habits, and human nature. She is also the founder of the app Better, which uses the Four Tendencies personality framework to help people improve their lives. Elizabeth Craft is a screenwriter, a producer, and the co-host of not only Happier with Gretchen Rubin but also Happier In Hollywood. Listen to the episode to learn how understanding the personalities of your colleagues and clients can help you find more joy and flow in your small business journey.
