Top 5 Podcasts Every CEO Should Listen To
Getting the professional development you need can be a challenge with your demanding work schedule. Being able to capitalize on commute time by listening to informative and award-winning podcasts can be an effective way to stay up-to-date on the latest business trends and gain insight into how other CEOs are staying ahead of their competition. We asked leading CEO peer groups and CEO development consultants for their top podcast recommendations. Here are the top 5 podcasts for CEOs looking to gain a competitive advantage and differentiate themselves as industry leaders.
The Growth Show
Growing your business without introducing sidelining risk is rather difficult. The Growth Show reviews proven ways each week that entrepreneurs and business owners are using to take their businesses to the next level. Whether you have a new product idea, want to grow an established business, or are looking for inspiration to spark a new concept, this podcast is a perfect place to start!
Interviewing the greatest minds in business, ranging from relationship experts, to marketing gurus, even to growth hacking specialist, Peak Performers gives you an unprecedented look into what Fortune 100 companies are using to explode their growth. These short, yet highly impactful episodes will get you energized each week with a host of new strategies to test out to increase your productivity, motivate your employees, and elevate your performance.
HBR IdeaCast
If you want to stay on top of the latest business trends and research, then this podcast is a must-listen. Each week this podcast features leading thinkers in business and management from the Harvard Business Review. You’ll get the information you need quickly and always with an evidence-based approach.
Business Story of the Day (NPR)
Getting the news you need in all areas can be rough. However, having a finger on the pulse of the world is key in how you shape your business strategy. This daily podcast covers the top headlines of the day ranging from business, money, economy, and politics news from around the world. If you’re looking for digestible current events to get your day started, then add this podcast to your morning routine.
If you want to be successful as a CEO, turning to study the others’ success can be a winning formula. This podcast does just that by diving deep into the lives of the world’s most wealthy business owners and dissecting their daily habits and recommended books. The hosts reiterate that “success often leaves clues,” and each episode looks at the critical habits and elements that successful people do to stand apart. If personal development is important to you, this podcast has some great informational gems to explore!
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