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Playlist: Motivational Songs for Work from Small Businesses

Check out our playlist curated by SMBs and listen to the music that inspires and motivates.
Oct 15, 2021
13 min read
Purolator » Playlist: Motivational Songs for Work from Small Businesses

Motivational songs for work can make your whole day productive and fulfilling. Listening to the right music can even inspire you to do some of your best work. Everyone knows the great feeling that comes from being motivated, completing your to-do list, and accomplishing your goals. This is especially true for Canada’s hard-working small businesses.

The Small Business Theme Songs playlist comes straight from heart and minds of small business owners who wanted to share the music that inspires them. These motivational songs for work help them overcome challenges, energize and lift their spirits, and keep their heads in the game. From pop to rock and dance to post-punk, the song set is as diverse as the small businesses themselves, and has something for everyone to groove to. Pump up the volume on this playlist and get inspired!

10 motivational songs for work

Marlene Spence, owner of Reward'um

Marlene SpenceOwner/Parent Coach
Reward’um

Song: Kirk Franklin – I Smile

“It’s a great reminder that life is so much better when we smile. There are so many up and downs with running a business so this song is a great reminder to smile in the midst of chaos.  Be ready to turn those lemons into delicious lemonade.”

John McPhail East Art Quilting

John MacPhailOwner/Artistic Director
Art East Quilting Co.

Song: Katy Perry – Firework

“No matter how down I am feeling, this song always reminds me I can kill it!”

Karla Cordova and Kelly Anderson, Founders of Ginger Roo Shop

Karla CordovaFounder
Ginger Roo 

Song: Avicii – The Nights

“This song talks about following your dreams, and do what you love, something that took me a bit to set up in my mind. After listening to this song, I decided to do what I love the most and started creating new opportunities for myself.”

 

Clement Lo, Wantboard

Clement LoFounder & CEO
Wantboard

Song: the Cast of Hamilton – Non-stop


“This song inspires me to keep going and push myself to become better at everything I do.”

Anne Marie, Dog Quality CEO

Ann-Marie FlemingFounder & CEO
Dog Quality Enterprises, Inc.

Song: Survivor – Eye of the Tiger

“Some days can feel like a battle and this song is all about fighting for what you believe in.”

Ayanna Rivears, Socacize

Ayanna Lee-RivearsFounder & CEO
Socacize Fitness

Song: Blaxx – Hulk

“It empowers us to keep moving despite the challenges that life gives.”

Jeremy Burrill, Fiddlehead Casket Company

Jeremy BurrillOwner/Lead Craftsman
Fiddlehead Caskets

Song: Metallica – Bleeding Me

“The line “I’m digging my way to something better” reminds me that the hard work of running a small business is worth it for the change you are seeking to make.”

Keira Morgan, Handsome%Lace

Keira MorganCEO/Designer
Handsome & Lace

Song: Tones on Tail – Go!

“It’s super upbeat and catchy and inspires me to keep going!”

Rick Retzlaff, LightLeaf Solar Ltd

Rick RetzlaffCEOLightLeaf Solar Ltd.

Song: Pink Floyd – Careful with that Axe Eugene

“Running a small business can be a bit manic…”

Natasha Patten, owner of My Coat is Blue

Natasha PattenCreative Directormycoatisblue™️

Song: Yolanda Adams – Never Give Up

“Well the name says it all, but truly the words inspire me to keep going forward.”

At Purolator, we believe in reflecting the small business spirit in any way we can. We hope these specially selected motivational songs for work will boost your day, and beyond.

Note: Opinions and content contained in the article are those of the individual contributors only and not those of Purolator. None of the songs in the playlist are endorsed by the Artist, Purolator, or Spotify. See Spotify’s End User Agreement for more information.

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