How I Built My Small Business
2025 Communicator Award of Excellence in the Educational Series category
2024 + 2025 People's Choice Podcast Awards Finalist Nominee x 2
Named "One of the Best Business Podcasts" by Ramsey
In 'How I Built My Small Business,' we explore real-life entrepreneurship and building a meaningful, balanced life.
The show’s guests (diverse in industry, experience, and background) open up about the real stories behind building a business: the wins, the mistakes, and the values that shape their choices.
This is not a business show focused on the numbers of the game. It’s about the founder’s journey and their way of thinking. If you are looking for a show that talks about top line, bottom line, profit margin, and mainly financial info… this is not the show for you.
While you’ll find some episodes in Season One (and sporadically thereafter) that include financials, the host’s interest is more in the human(s) behind the business.
Sometimes an episode is a masterclass, other times it’s an honest, heart-opening connection between two people. There’s always curiosity, growth, and learning through storytelling… with a sprinkle of life wisdom.
Every guest has started a business at some point in their journey, and the line-up includes a 50/50 split of women and men.
Whether you're a founder, dreamer, curious individual or lifelong learner, I hope each episode makes you think or leaves you with at least one spark that inspires your own path or broadens your perspective.
Thank you for listening. Let’s learn together.
My Website: https://www.annemcginty.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annemcginty/
Behind-The-Scenes: https://www.instagram.com/annemcgintyhost
- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 36 minutes
- Episodes
- 97
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
Kerri Futch - A Candid Year One at WOLF AND FOX, a Wisconsin Winery
Kerri Futch is a friend of mine who moved from Northern California to Wisconsin to be closer to family and to chase a dream vision for a Wolf and Fox, boutique winery and an event space.
This episode …
Duncan Wardle - Set Your Creativity Free Inside the IMAGINATION EMPORIUM
This interview was so entertaining to host because I felt like I was back in college for an hour and had the most interesting guest teacher who made me laugh, play games, and have fun - all while lea…
Jackie Ashton - Secrets to Landing a Non-Fiction Book Deal with THE BOOKMARK AGENCY
Today we’re diving into the world of publishing with Jackie Ashton—literary agent, journalist, and founder of Bookmark, a boutique agency helping thought leaders bring impactful books to life.
Before …
Christopher Helfrich - How EAT.LEARN.PLAY. is Changing Lives in Oakland
Today’s episode is part of Podcasthon, a global effort bringing thousands of podcasts together to raise awareness for charitable causes.
My guest today is Christopher Helfrich, President and CEO of Ea…
Laura Wachtel - Why You Should Try IMPROV At Least Once
Laura Wachtel talks about how improv can make life—and work—better.
The principles of improv—like saying ‘yes, and,’ thinking on your feet, and embracing the unexpected—can transform how you communica…
Ru Hill - The Rise of SURF SIMPLY RESORT in Costa Rica
Ru Hill is the founder of Surf Simply, a globally renowned boutique coaching resort in Costa Rica that has transformed the way people learn to surf. Unlike traditional surf schools, Surf Simply takes…
Alexa D'Agostino - Secrets to go from $0 to 7-8-9 FIGURES from a Serial 6x Exit Entrepreneur
Today, Dr. Alexa D’Agostino is coming on the show to share insights on how to build a company from six to seven figures or seven to eight.
Alexa founded her first official company at 18 and went on to…
Hayes Hitchens - MOONDANCE ADVENTURES: Unplugging Teens with Life-Changing Adventure Travel
In today’s episode, Hayes Hitchens talks with us about his journey starting and building Moondance Adventures.
Moondance is a teen adventure travel program that sends over 2000 teenagers each summer o…
Dr. Megan Lyons - Stop Burnout Before It Starts: Staying Healthy and Happy
Today we have Dr. Megan Lyons on the show to talk about recognizing early symptoms of burnout, ways to optimize your health, and fix the root causes of illness.
Megan is a Harvard graduate with two Ma…
Andy Hunter - Saving Indie Bookstores: The Innovated Model Behind BOOKSHOP.ORG
Andy Hunter is the founder CEO of bookshop.Org
In todday's episode, he talks about his innovative solution to save indie bookstore.
Quoting the New York Times, “The rapid rise of Bookshop.org during t…
Alexandra Janelli - HYPNOTHERAPY: What Celebrities and CEOs Know That You Don’t
Today we’re joined by Alexandra Janelli, a leading hypnotherapist and founder of ModrnSanctuary, an alternative beauty and wellness spa and winner of Philadelphia Magazine’s 2024 “Best of Philly.”
She…
HIGHLIGHTS Geoff Smart Episode
I’m trying something new this week by releasing a shortened highlights episode alongside the full one. It’s designed for those of you who may not have time to listen to the whole episode—perfect for …
Geoff Smart - The Power of WHO from New York Times Bestseller
Today we’re diving into why building and scaling a business—and achieving more freedom and free time—starts with the “who” in your business.
Our guest, Dr. Geoff Smart, is the Chairman and Founder of …
Season 2 of How I Built My Small Business Coming January 21
🎉 Season 2 of How I Built My Small Business is Coming January 21!
Get ready for more thought-provoking stories, expert wisdom, and actionable advice to help you grow in both business and life.
This sea…
Bite-Sized Life Wisdom: 4 of 4
Welcome to How I Built My Small Business: Bite-Sized! I’m Anne McGinty, host of the show. While full-length guest episodes are on hold for the holidays, I’ve prepared a collection of short, impactful…
Bite-Sized Business Insights 4 of 4
Welcome to How I Built My Small Business: Bite-Sized!
I’m Anne McGinty, your host. While we take a break from full-length guest episodes for the holidays, I’ve curated a series of short, impactful epi…
Bite-Sized Life Wisdom: 3 of 4
Welcome to How I Built My Small Business: Bite-Sized! I’m Anne McGinty, host of the show. While full-length guest episodes are on hold for the holidays, I’ve prepared a collection of short, impactful…
Bite-Sized Business Insights 3 of 4
Welcome to How I Built My Small Business: Bite-Sized!
I’m Anne McGinty, your host. While we take a break from full-length guest episodes for the holidays, I’ve curated a series of short, impactful epi…
Bite-Sized for Parents
Welcome to How I Built My Small Business: Bite-Sized!
I’m Anne McGinty, your host. While we take a break from full-length guest episodes for the holidays, I’ve curated a series of short, impactful epi…
Chanda Bell - The ELF ON THE SHELF: Unwrapping The Story
Welcome to a very merry episode of How I Built My Small Business! I’m Anne McGinty, your host, and I know I said no new episodes, but this is a surprise Christmas special.
Today, we’re diving into th…