Showcasing Entrepreneurs of All Levels.

We believe that learning from other entrepreneurs is one of the most valuable ways to grow as a business owner. By sharing stories of challenges, successes, and lessons learned, we can all learn from each other's unique paths.

Information Needed:

  • A picture: at least 1200 pixels in width and 800 pixels in height – must be high res and not stretched to fit the same dimensions

  • Bio: 200-500 words in the third person

  • Where are you located? City + state (if in the U.S.) or city + country (if not in the U.S.)

Here are the questions.

Provide as much detail as you are comfortable with sharing.

Interview Questions:

  1. What inspired you to start your business, and how did you develop your initial idea into a viable business concept?

  2. What were some of the biggest risks or uncertainties you faced when starting your business, and how did you manage them?

  3. What was your first action? If you were starting all over again, would that still be your first action? If not, what would it be?

  4. How did you acquire your first customer or make your first sale?

  5. Tell us about a major business milestone or accomplishment that your proud to share.

  6. What is one strategy that has helped you grow your business? Please explain how.

  7. Reflecting on your entrepreneurial journey, what were some early mistakes or missteps you made and what did you learn from them?

  8. Describe a particular challenge, obstacle, or failure you faced while building your business, and how you overcame it. What strategies did you use to maintain a positive outlook?

  9. What advice would you give to aspiring entrepreneurs just starting out in the business world? Why?

  10. Which skills have you developed the most as an entrepreneur? How do you approach skill gaps and weaknesses?

  11. What is one habit of yours that makes you more productive as an entrepreneur?

  12. What misconceptions did you have about entrepreneurship before becoming an entrepreneur?

  13. What is the one book that you recommend our community should read and why?

  14. Do you have a favorite quote or mantra that inspires you? If so, what is it and why does it resonate with you?

Frequently Asked Questions

    1. You must have written the interview and have the right to use any pictures submitted.

    2. We want permission to use your content on behelpfulpodcast.com, social media, email newsletters, ebooks, books, courses, presentations, and infographics. We may use quotes and will always credit you by name and link back to the original interview if possible.

    3. You agree to be included in the Be Helpful Podcast business directory to increase visibility to your business website.

  • Sometimes the best perspective is from the person one or two steps ahead of you. Our platform is open to all entrepreneurs, whether you're just starting out or a seasoned pro. We ask thoughtful questions and expect insightful answers, and we're excited to share your story with our community.

  • We rarely decline interviews, but we do have requirements that each founder or co-founder must meet. Firstly, we want to hear about your business and the journey building it. Secondly, we expect you to put in the effort to create a thoughtful and engaging interview. Finally, we require all interviewees to behave professionally and respectfully.

  • Yes, we request that all questions be answered to ensure the quality of the content we publish. Our aim is to provide value to our audience while giving you exposure. Incomplete interviews may not be published, and we encourage all interviewees to take the time to answer each question thoughtfully.

  • We aim to publish interviews as quickly as possible, but it may take up to 30 days for the article to be completed and published. Our team strives to provide quality content for our readers, so we appreciate your patience during this process.

  • We will thoroughly review your interview; however, we rely on you to ensure that it is error-free. We will use AI tools such as Grammarly for proofreading on your behalf.

  • Yes, we use affiliate links for most books and occasionally for products mentioned on our platform. However, we never prioritize monetization over providing valuable content. If you find a book or product through our platform and choose to purchase it, we appreciate it if you use our affiliate links to support us in producing more helpful content for entrepreneurs.