The entrepreneurial journey is thrilling, challenging, and often unpredictable. As startups strive to innovate, grow, and thrive, having access to the right resources can make all the difference.
YouTube has emerged as a treasure trove of inspiration, knowledge, and practical advice for founders, investors, and aspiring entrepreneurs.
From video podcasts and interviews to tutorials and thought-provoking discussions, these 25 YouTube channels cater to a global audience while maintaining a strong connection to the European startup ecosystem. Spanning across sectors like technology, economics, culture, and innovation, the list includes influential creators from France, Spain, the UK, and Germany, alongside global figures from the US, Canada, and Australia.
Whether you’re seeking actionable tips for scaling your business, insights into emerging tech trends, or stories of entrepreneurial resilience, this list has something for everyone.
With content tailored to the unique challenges of startups and curated with diversity in mind, these channels are invaluable for anyone looking to navigate the startup ecosystem.
Dive in and explore the 25 must-follow YouTube channels – with an extra surprise addition at the end!
In alphabetical order
CharliMarieTV:
Hosted by Charli Marie, this channel offers insights into design, creativity, and the tech industry. Charli shares her experiences as a designer, providing advice on career development, design processes, and working in tech. CharliMarieTV YouTube Channel
ColdFusion: 4.96M subscribers
Hosted by Dagogo Altraide, ColdFusion presents in-depth and visually engaging documentaries on technology, history, business, and innovation, exploring stories behind major tech companies and significant events in the tech world. ColdFusion YouTube Channel
Content Marketing Institute: 34.5K subscribers
CMI offers insights into content marketing strategies, storytelling, and branding for businesses of all sizes and all types from across the globe. CMI Youtube Channel.
Entrepreneur: 537K subscribers
Entrepreneur’s channel provides a wealth of content on business development, startup strategies, and insights from successful entrepreneurs. It serves as a resource for any looking to start and grow their own businesses. Entrepreneur YouTube Channel
Equidam:
Equidam specialises in startup valuation, offering tools and insights to help entrepreneurs understand and monitor their company’s value. Their YouTube channel provides educational content on valuation methodologies, financial benchmarks, and guidance for fundraising negotiations. Equidam YouTube Channel
Fast Company: 132K subscribers 3K videos
Fast Company’s channel covers innovative businesses, leadership, and technology, providing insights into the future of business across the world. Fast Company YouTube Channel
Google Small Business: 430K subscribers
Google’s channel offers tips, tools, and resources to help small business owners grow their businesses online. Google Small Business YouTube Channel
Léo Duff: 677K subscribers • 304 videos
Léo Duff’s channel focuses on technology reviews, insights, and discussions. He provides analysis on the latest tech products, industry trends, and offers insights related to the tech ecosystem. Léo Duff YouTube Channel
Moz:
Moz offers SEO tips, digital marketing advice, and strategies to improve online visibility for businesses – applicable to all startups and entrepreneurs. Moz YouTube Channel
My First Million Podcast:
The My First Million channel, based on the popular podcast, provides entertaining and insightful discussions on innovative business ideas, unconventional money-making strategies, and the stories behind successful startups. Hosts Sam Parr and Shaan Puri bring a casual yet informative approach to exploring the world of entrepreneurship. My First Million YouTube Channel
Slidebean:
Slidebean provides content on entrepreneurship, startups, and validation from across the world including Europe, offering practical advice for startup founders. Slidebean YouTube Channel
Startup Grind: 81.6K subscribers
Startup Grind offers interviews and talks with entrepreneurs, investors, and innovators, sharing stories and lessons from the startup world. Startup Grind YouTube Channel
Startup Network Europe: 656
Startup Network Europe focuses on connecting European startups, entrepreneurs, and investors. Their YouTube channel features interviews, panel discussions, and event recordings that delve into various aspects of the European startup ecosystem. Startup Network Europe YouTube Channel
Talks at Google:
Talks at Google hosts a wide range of talks from authors, scientists, actors, and entrepreneurs, sharing knowledge and insights across various disciplines. Talks at Google YouTube Channel
TechCrunch: 627K subscribers
TechCrunch covers the latest global technology news and events, featuring interviews and discussions with tech industry leaders and startups. TechCrunch YouTube Channel
Tech Barcelona: 1.06K subscribers
Tech Barcelona is a non-profit association that supports and promotes Barcelona’s digital and tech ecosystem. Their YouTube channel features content related to technological innovation, entrepreneurship, and events within the Barcelona tech community. Tech Barcelona YouTube Channel
TED Talks: 25.5M subscribers
TED Talks present ideas from experts across various fields, including business and technology, offering inspiration and insights for entrepreneurs. TED Talks YouTube Channel
TEDx Talks: 42.2M subscribers
TEDx Talks feature independent TED-like events, sharing ideas from local communities around the world including Europe. TEDx Talks YouTube Channel
The Diary of a CEO:
Hosted by Steven Bartlett, this channel features candid and inspiring interviews with top entrepreneurs, creatives, and business leaders. The Diary of a CEO looks deep into personal stories, challenges, and lessons that shaped their careers, making it a must-watch for anyone aspiring to lead in business. The Diary of a CEO YouTube Channel
The Twenty Minute VC (20VC):
Hosted by Harry Stebbings, 20VC dives into the intricacies of venture capital, startup funding, and pitching to investors. The channel provides actionable tips for securing funding, insights into what prominent VCs look for in startups, and advice on how to stand out when seeking employment in the venture capital industry. Alongside funding strategies, 20VC features analysis of the tech market, offering guidance on investing trends and predictions. The Twenty Minute VC YouTube Channel
This Week in Startups: 295K subscribers
Hosted by Jason Calacanis, this channel discusses startups, technology, markets, and entrepreneurship, featuring interviews with industry leaders from across the world including Europe. This Week in Startups YouTube Channel
Unicorn Bakery: 1.17K subscribers
At 19, Fabian Tausch launched Unicorn Bakery as a podcast focused on founders, quickly establishing it as one of the largest German entrepreneurship podcasts. Fabian’s interviews explore the intersection of creativity and entrepreneurship, featuring successful startup founders from Germany and beyond. The channel offers insights into startup strategies, founder journeys, and creative business practices.
Ympact:
Ympact aims to inspire and empower young generations globally to use entrepreneurial action to make a positive impact on society. Their YouTube channel showcases stories of startups, entrepreneurs, and changemakers who are driving social and environmental change across the world including Europe. Ympact YouTube Channel
Y Combinator: 1.65M subscribers 646 videos
Y Combinator’s channel features insights from one of the world’s top startup accelerators, covering topics like business models and growth hacking. Y Combinator YouTube Channel
500 Startups: 42.6K subscribers
500 Startups shares content related to startup growth, fundraising, and entrepreneurship, featuring talks and interviews with founders and investors. As a VC, their misssion is to back the world’s most promising startups. 500 Startups YouTube Channel
Last but not least
EU-Startups:
The official YouTube channel of EU-Startups focuses on Europe’s startup ecosystem. The channel features interviews with founders, investors, and ecosystem players, as well as panel discussions and highlights from EU-Startups events. Content is tailored to provide insights into the European entrepreneurial landscape, covering topics like fundraising, innovation, and startup growth strategies. EU-Startups YouTube Channel
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