5 Business Blogs Every New Business Should Be Following
As business owners, one of the most impactful decisions we can make is choosing to live in a constant state of curiosity. When you get down to it, it’s honestly what separates a truly successful entrepreneur and a stagnant start up.
Curiosity is what moves the needle forward. It’s what motivates teams and inspires clientele. And guess what? Like all great disciplines, it doesn’t come naturally.
Curiosity is a practice. It’s a daily leaning in to what’s new, what’s changing, and what’s coming. It’s the root of creativity, a secret weapon that’s worth the constant pursuit.
So what does curiosity look like for the modern business owner? In our current climate, everything feels a bit off kilter. But there are so many ways to ensure your business not only stabilizes, but flourishes during this time! And it all starts with YOU.
What are you doing right now to grow? What are you reading? What are you listening to? What courses are you taking to improve your skills or even learn new ones? What voices are you listening to? It ALL matters. And you get to choose the harvest you reap this year.
One of our favorite ways to stay in tune with our industry and keep our heads in curiosity mode is to go beyond the book and check in with business blogs.
Do you have a favorite business book author? If so, chances are they have a blog or podcast that expands on that education. And the great thing about blogs is that they’re written in real time. It’s a simple way to get on-the-nose information you need to progress in your field, leadership skill, or network.
Here are a few of our favorite business blogs that are keeping us curious this season:
1. Seth Godin
Seth Godin is not only the founder of Akimbo, but the author of several best-selling books. He also hosts a stellar podcast, and updates his blog daily with quick bites of motivation or information. Geared toward the entrepreneur, we love how his bite-sized messages always hit home and inspire us to work smarter.
2. AllBusiness
All Business is an absolute go-to when it comes to, well, all things business! From accounting to advertising, it covers the bases for the early entrepreneur or seasoned business owner. We love that so many industries are represented within the content and it pulls from various authors.
3. The Entrepreneurial Mind
This one goes out to all our fellow nerds! Co-Founder Dr. Jeff Cornwall is a professor of entrepreneurship, and it absolutely shows throughout this blog! If you’re ready to dive deep into business ownership and love to dig into the ins and outs of technology, strategy, and mindset — this one is for you!
4. Gary Vaynerchuk
Love him or hate him, the man knows the path to success. His blog and podcast both offer all the motivation you’ll need to hustle hard into this season. With advice on leadership, business strategy, and digital media — we love that it’s impossible to leave his blog without feeling inspired to move forward in a power mode. If you need that daily pick-me-up or kick in the pants, Gary’s your guy!
5. Women On Business
Hey hey #fempreneurs! If you’re a female business owner, this blog was created specifically for you and your needs. Established solely to uplift and inform women entrepreneurs, this space is full of content from varying voices that speak to all facets of running a business. We love the professionalism of this blog and the niched lens it offers to women in business.
At the end of the day, continued education really is the key to success in any industry. Business blogs are a fantastic way to get the up-to-date information you need to progress your business and the motivation pursue your dream.
If blogs aren’t the best fit for your learning style, then go for a podcast or video format. There’s no right way to grow and learn. Just stay curious, whatever that looks like for you. Encourage your team to do the same, and create a culture that values and rewards that posture of learning. You’ve got this!
If you’re ready to take the first step into creating your business, we’d love to chat with you about how branding will set you up for ultimate success! Let’s connect and start making that dream a reality!