Get psyched for the day with this list of tracks our community of entrepreneurs and founders listen to.
By Jessica Schimm (Digital Audience Engagement, Women 2.0)
We’re jazzed to be hosting next week’s City Meetup Oakland launch at Pandora next Thursday, which got us thinking… what would a playlist for entrepreneurs look like?
Probably something crazy energetic, like I’m-going-to-kick-a$$ today songs that let you and everyone know you’re a boss and ain’t no mountain high enough to keep you from bringing your company to IPO.
We asked our community what songs they would add to a playlist for entrepreneurs and got a variety of responses – so many we had to break it into sections!
The tracks ranged from ‘chiller,’ steady vibes (great for pounding out work) to classic oldies to hardcore rap and electronic. Take a listen, you may find yourself your new pump-it-up anthem. Check out the complete playlist on our Bop.fm account!
When You Kick off Your Day
Mornings are a crucial part of your day and it’s important to start it off on the right note.
“It’s a Good Day” by Peggy Lee
Makes you feel: happy, like everything in the world is pleasant, great for when you’re still in bed
Suggested by Megan Iemma (CEO, TechCoachHQ.com.au)
“Feeling good VERVE Remix” by Nina Simone
Makes you feel: refreshed, positive, great for when you’ve made it out of the shower and are getting dressed
Suggested by Women 2.0 staff
“Everyday I’m Hustlin’” by Rick Ross
Makes you feel: like a baller, cool, conquering, great for when you’re putting your shades and walking out the door
Suggested by Sumaya Kazi (Founder, Sumazi)
Bad Girls – MIA
Makes you feel: like you could do anything (this is a song about arab woman driving in a society where they are not allowed to do so -breaking the rules!)
Suggested by Women 2.0 staff
Before You’re About to Pitch
They say you only have one chance to make a good first impression. These songs will help you collect your confidence and your cool before stepping into a meeting with the most high-profile investors.
“Lose Yourself” – by Eminem
Makes you feel: like you’re on top, cool, hardcore
Suggested by Linda Spencer (Social Purpose Professional, http://lnspencer.wordpress.com)
“I Will Survive” by Gloria Gaynor
Makes you feel: content, fierce
Suggested by Ellen Leanse (Tech Veteran)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZBR2G-iI3-I
“Who Got it (feat. Redman)” by Break Science
Makes you feel: confident, pumped-up
Suggested by Women 2.0 staff
“Who Run the World (Girls)” by Beyonce
Makes you feel: strong
Suggested by Antonia Donato (Social media and PR, Orchid Media)
“Get Low” by Dillon Francis and DJ Snake
Makes you feel: hyped up
Suggested by Shruti Challa (CEO & Founder, Mentorzen)
When You’re in the Zone
A collection of beats to help keep you in the zone when you’re working hard. These are great for those late nights you’re alone at your co-working space with coffee, typing like a mad-person.
“Kiss the Devil” by Bel Heir
Makes you feel: creative
Suggested by Tessa Taylor (Founder, Co)
“Muy Tranquilo” by Grammatik
Makes you feel like: focused
Suggested by Cy Hossain (Creator, crowdsound.io)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mUnMOG8xKsg
“She Works Hard for the Money” by Donna Summer
Makes you feel like: jazzed
Suggested by Lauren Kim
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s0fhHLliKJI
“Livin’ After Midnight” by Judas Priest
Makes you feel like: rockin’ out
Suggested by Hannah Wright (Founder/Editor-in-chief of makeoverly.com)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DxsSVNhyiKk
“Spanish Key” by Miles Davis
Makes you feel: calm, sophisticated
Suggested by Everett Harper (Co-founder, TetherPad)
“Workin’ for a Living” by Huey Lewis
Make you feel: Like you’re not alone
Suggested by Zbra Studios
For the Epic Moments
These should be saved for the epic moments, and by epic moments we mean anything worth celebrating, from sending off a completed proposal to confirming the biggest you’ve investment had to doubling your team size.
“Started From the Bottom” – Drake
Makes you feel like: energized
Suggested by Kate Swanberg (Marketing Coordinator, Koombea)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FvStuW85WFg
“Happy” by Pharrell
Makes you feel: HAPPY
Suggested by Samantha Needham (Senior Digital Consultant, PwC)
“Don’t Stop Believin’” by Journey
Makes you feel: like you can do anything
Suggested by Flying Scarfs
Song for Your Co-founder:
“Stuck with You” by Huey Lewis
Suggested by Blue Otter corp
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8IK6x2vE-D0
Why did we compile this list in the first place again? Oh yes, because our City Meetup launch in Oakland is taking place next Thursday at Pandora at 6:30. Not in Oakland? RSVP to City Meetup in one of these thirteen cities!
ROCK ON founders! Check out the complete playlist on our Bop.fm account!