15 Business Blogs Actually Worth Reading

Kasasa is an award-winning financial technology and marketing provider helping community banks and credit unions compete, and win, against megabanks. They are a 2018 finalist for the Content Marketing Awards, and specifically for their digital design/website. Their blog is an excellent resource for bankers, fintech leaders, and those interested in finance. They have blog topics around marketing, social media, customer service, technology, culture and research and insights.

Contributors: Gabe Krajicek of Kasasa

Workessence is an advisory business blog with a focus on the people-centered workplace and change. Written by change management expert and The Elemental Workplace author Neil Usher, his blog chronicles the insights gleaned from his 25-year career in the property profession, touching on all aspects of the workplace, including design, strategy, development, change programs, and operational management. 

Contributors: Eva Lau from LID Publishing

Product Hunt is a platform where people shout about the latest products they’ve developed and get feedback from an engaged tech-savvy community. It’s an interesting place to keep an eye on trends in tech, web development, marketing and business services. The blog tends to focus on one area of tech tools and how it’s developing, or contrast different products in a niche e.g. web chat.

The aspect which makes it different to other websites I follow is how early stage many of these products are. It’s often the first place that developers and marketers go to talk abut their side projects and new ventures. Some of these products will later make it onto larger tech publishing platforms, but many won’t. The diversity of the product range, from connected (IoT) devices to iOS apps and data tools also makes it likely that a business owner can find some practical ideas to try out.

Contributors: Robin Abrams from Trade Finance Global (TFG)

Spinning songs into business advice, the Business Practice Playlist blog shares tips, tactics, and musical motivation. Through misinterpreting a song's original meaning, my creative friends, clients and I cover work-life balance, imposter syndrome, risk taking, gig economy, finding motivation, business travel, creativity sparks and all kinds of fun stuff in between; lyrically inspired by music from all genres. 

Contributors: Kelley Buttrick from KB Voiceovers

The ROI Factor covers the world of digital, from social media to SEO and what's trending. The blog is run by NYC's leading digital agency, Blue Fountain Media, so readers can get insight from some of the top executives in digital. 

Contributors: Amanda Barry from Maracaibo Media Group 

Digital expert, Christopher Mohs, shares his firsthand insight on the impacts of digital on business and marketing. His blog is well thought out and is a great resource for businesses looking to learn more about marketing. 

Contributors: Amanda Barry from Maracaibo Media Group 

Abandoned Cubicle writes about personal finance and early retirement. They have a category of posts dedicated to how to be a career genius. Their posts range from lifestyle health and minimalism to real estate and a recent venture into Airbnb vacation rentals.

Contributors: Cubert from AbandonedCubicle

This website is all about tracking startups, new technologies, internet products and, of course, breaking news in the tech and business worlds. TechCrunch is mostly valuable to entrepreneurs in the gadget/mobile/internet gear space, or anyone enthusiastic about these topics. 

Contributors: Oksana Chyketa from Albacross 

Modern is a B2B marketing agency. Their blog provides lots of useful information on a wide range of disciplines including digital marketing transformation, marketing automation, vertical specific experience, training, leadership and management support, and change management implementation. 

Contributors: Oksana Chyketa from Albacross 

I always make time for the Social Media Examiner blog because it provides current tips and trends in social media marketing. The posts are always relevant and cover the key platforms such as Facebook and Instagram. I feel the posts are truly designed to help business owners drive sales, increase traffic and get the most out of their platforms. I have implemented many of the recommendations to improve our connection with customers. The blog also provides excellent research and stats, so I believe the marketing recommendations are credible. I like the level of comments that are generated on each post. The readers seem to be very savvy and helpful. I am learning from the blog but also connecting with other business owners that have similar marketing needs. It is a win-win! 

Contributors: Christy Cook from Teach My 

Millennial money is a blog I recently stumbled upon while setting up social media posts for my job. The founder did a 30 minute interview where he talked about his journey from a penniless 24-old to a millionaire 30-year old. He took his success and started a blog that specifically is geared towards millennials and their side hustles. I found it to be incredibly motivated – I’m hooked. I read the blogs and listen to the podcast daily. This particular blog stands apart from the rest because of its dedication to the yet-to-be-established individual. Most are dedicated to those who already have established businesses or are established in their careers, whereas this one feels like it’s designed just for me – a 24-year-old just beginning her career.

Contributors: Lindsey Andrews from Personal Injury Lawyers

Written by Alan Weiss, the foremost author in the field of consulting, his posts keep challenging how you think about service and consulting. He often presents points of view that you had not previously considered. 

Contributors: Jeff Skipper from Jeff Skipper Consulting 

Articles in Jeff’s blog challenge your thinking about strategy and leadership with original ideas. Leveraging observations about common shared experiences, but shining light on them from unique directions, Jeff always offers practical ideas for improving how your organization works, and how you can accelerate your career. New ideas always free to use. Jeff is based in Canada but works worldwide.

Contributors: Jeff Skipper from Jeff Skipper Consulting 

Oktopost is a social media management platform for B2B marketers. This blog is perfect for anyone looking for a one-stop-shop that offers everything you need to know about social media marketing. 

Contributors: Oksana Chyketa from Albacross 

The Excelsior Growth Fund business resource library is a one-stop shop for your most frequently asked business growth questions. Our growing collection of articles, resources and more provides insight you won’t want to miss and will prepare you for problems before they occur so you can keep your small business moving forward.

Contributors: Paola Garcia from Excelsior Growth Fund