Featured on Inc.com's list of 100 Podcasts That Will Make You Smarter, Better, and Wiser, MSNBC's Your Business, and on the Fit Small Business list of best small business podcasts, this show is designed to help small business owners, salespeople, and new entrepreneurs with the various aspects of business success. We have a great lineup of guests and topics scheduled. We’ll be talking about everything from sales to employee issues; from technology to social media; from work-life balance to exploring uncharted territory. The host, Diane Helbig's goal is to help you remove challenges so that you can realize your own success with your business. Be sure to subscribe to the iTunes channel or follow this podcast so you never miss an episode! Small business owners face challenges in a variety of areas throughout their ownership journey. For some the challenge is creating a sales strategy that brings results. For others dealing with employees can be very challenging. Growing pains come up at startup, growth, and exit. Marketing and branding are two topics that can be confusing for businessowners. Leadership and communication are also areas where leaders struggle. Finding answers, ideas, resources, and tools can make the journey easier. The guests who join Diane are experts in their fields. They provide actional expertise so the small business owner, leader, or salesperson can put those ideas into action. The host, Diane Helbig, has over 20 years of experience in business leadership and sales. She advises small business owners and trains professionals on leadership, selling, customer service, and time management. The podcast provides her with another way to get valuable information in front of businessowners, sales professionals, and business leaders. No matter what country you are in, from the United States to Canada to Australia to the European Union, the answers in each episode are valuable. Leaders in every industry can connect with the experts and learn from them. What’s your pain? Succession planning? Marketing? Business growth? Hiring? Legal and/or accounting issues? Family business challenges? Sales? Strategic planning? Dealing with employees? Creating structure and process? Networking successfully? Prospecting? Account management? Using discovery to grow? If it’s a business topic we have the guests who can help you. Many guests are bestselling authors and offer free resources or promotions on their products or services. Some of them have podcasts as well so you can tap into their guests as well. The guests have been curated from all over the world to bring you relevant, timely ideas you can implement immediately. Some evergreen topics include: podcasting, branding, marketing a small business, social media marketing, business systems, entrepreneurial dreams, leaving a legacy, team building, servant leadership, SEO, cashflow, emotional intelligence, cold outreach, cold calling, investing, ideal client, bottom line, sales development, adaptive leadership, feedback, workforce development, decision making, profit, goal setting, trust based selling, personal brand, mindset, scale small business, fear of selling, marketing strategies, LinkedIn, revenue generating, click funnels, lead generation, how to sell more, negotiation, digital marketing, small business tax, culture.
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Featured on Inc.com's list of 100 Podcasts That Will Make You Smarter, Better, and Wiser, MSNBC's Your Business, and on the Fit Small Business list of best small business podcasts, this show is designed to help small business owners, salespeople, and new entrepreneurs with the various aspects of business success. We have a great lineup of guests and topics scheduled. We’ll be talking about everything from sales to employee issues; from technology to social media; from work-life balance to exploring uncharted territory. The host, Diane Helbig's goal is to help you remove challenges so that you can realize your own success with your business. Be sure to subscribe to the iTunes channel or follow this podcast so you never miss an episode! Small business owners face challenges in a variety of areas throughout their ownership journey. For some the challenge is creating a sales strategy that brings results. For others dealing with employees can be very challenging. Growing pains come up at startup, growth, and exit. Marketing and branding are two topics that can be confusing for businessowners. Leadership and communication are also areas where leaders struggle. Finding answers, ideas, resources, and tools can make the journey easier. The guests who join Diane are experts in their fields. They provide actional expertise so the small business owner, leader, or salesperson can put those ideas into action. The host, Diane Helbig, has over 20 years of experience in business leadership and sales. She advises small business owners and trains professionals on leadership, selling, customer service, and time management. The podcast provides her with another way to get valuable information in front of businessowners, sales professionals, and business leaders. No matter what country you are in, from the United States to Canada to Australia to the European Union, the answers in each episode are valuable. Leaders in every industry can connect with the experts and learn from them. What’s your pain? Succession planning? Marketing? Business growth? Hiring? Legal and/or accounting issues? Family business challenges? Sales? Strategic planning? Dealing with employees? Creating structure and process? Networking successfully? Prospecting? Account management? Using discovery to grow? If it’s a business topic we have the guests who can help you. Many guests are bestselling authors and offer free resources or promotions on their products or services. Some of them have podcasts as well so you can tap into their guests as well. The guests have been curated from all over the world to bring you relevant, timely ideas you can implement immediately. Some evergreen topics include: podcasting, branding, marketing a small business, social media marketing, business systems, entrepreneurial dreams, leaving a legacy, team building, servant leadership, SEO, cashflow, emotional intelligence, cold outreach, cold calling, investing, ideal client, bottom line, sales development, adaptive leadership, feedback, workforce development, decision making, profit, goal setting, trust based selling, personal brand, mindset, scale small business, fear of selling, marketing strategies, LinkedIn, revenue generating, click funnels, lead generation, how to sell more, negotiation, digital marketing, small business tax, culture.
Welcome to a heartfelt and momentous episode of Accelerate Your Business Growth. After an incredible 16-year journey, Diane Helbig takes the mic one final time to reflect on the inspiring ride that’s helped countless entrepreneurs and business leaders thrive. In this special farewell, Diane Helbig shares the invaluable lessons she’s picked up
from interviewing industry experts, and delivers her personal top tips on
sales, leadership, and networking. Whether you’re a longtime listener or new to the podcast, tune in as Diane Helbig offers her gratitude, practical wisdom, and a reminder that the legacy of impactful business conversations will continue through the episodes she leaves behind. Thank you for joining us on this incredible journey—let’s celebrate the impact Accelerate Your Business Growth has made together.
Diane Helbig is abusiness and leadership development advisor, author, award-winning speaker, and trainer. As a certified, professional coach and
president of Helbig Enterprises, Diane helps businesses and organizations operate more constructively and profitably. She evaluates, encourages, and guides her clients.
Diane works with her clients to create, implement, and monitor individualized strategies that result in better communication, increased performance, and more significant results. Diane serves as a trusted advisor and guide, helping her clients see the value in changing their behavior. Diane’s clients find themselves achieving incredible successes – many beyond what they had previously believed were possible. She
brings over 20 years of small business management and sales to her coaching.
If you are a small business owner or salesperson who struggles with getting the sales results you are looking for, get your copy of Succeed Without Selling today. Learn the importance of Always Be Curious.
Accelerate Your Business Growth is proud to be included on the list of the 45 Best Business Growth Podcasts. We are also honored to be selected by FeedSpot as one of the Top 10 Growth Hacking Podcasts, Top 25 Evergreen Podcasts and Top 50 Business Growth Podcasts on
the web.
Each episode of this podcast provides insights and education around topics that are important to you as a business owner or leader. The content comes from people who are experts in their fields and who are interested in helping you be more successful. Whether it’s sales challenges, leadership issues, hiring and talent struggles,
marketing, seo, branding, time management, customer service, communication, podcasting, social media, cashflow, or publishing, the best and the brightest join the host, Diane Helbig, for a casual conversation. Discover programs, webinars, services, books, and other podcasts you can tap into for fresh ideas. Be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode and visit Helbig Enterprises to explore the many ways Diane can help you improve your business outcomes and results.
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In this episode of Accelerate Your Business Growth, Diane Helbig speaks with productivity strategist Sarah Ohanesian about the myths surrounding productivity, the hidden costs of busy work, and the importance of aligning teams for greater impact. They discuss how the pandemic has blurred the lines between work and home life, leading to burnout and a culture of busyness. Sarah emphasizes the need for
clarity and communication within teams to ensure everyone understands their roles and the importance of their work. The conversation concludes with practical advice for leaders on how to foster a productive and engaged workforce.
Sarah is a keynote speaker and productivity strategist who helps leaders and teams stop drowning in busywork and focus on what really drives impact. A former CMO and co-founder of Super Productive, Sarah
brings a neuro-inclusive approach to building smarter systems, clearer
workflows, and stronger alignment. Her talks and trainings leave audiences energized, equipped, and ready to turn small wins into unstoppable momentum.
If you are a small business owner or salesperson who struggles with getting the sales results you are looking for, get your copy of Succeed Without Selling today. Learn the importance of Always Be Curious.
Accelerate Your Business Growth is proud to be included on the list of the 45 Best Business Growth Podcasts. We are also honored to be selected by FeedSpot as one of the Top 10 Growth Hacking Podcasts, Top 25 Evergreen Podcasts and Top 50 Business Growth Podcasts on the web.
Each episode of this podcast provides insights and education around topics that are important to you as a business owner or leader. The content comes from people who are experts in their fields and who are interested in helping you be more successful. Whether it’s sales challenges, leadership issues, hiring and talent struggles, marketing, seo, branding, time management, customer service, communication,
podcasting, social media, cashflow, or publishing, the best and the brightest join the host, Diane Helbig, for a casual conversation. Discover programs, webinars, services, books, and other podcasts you can tap into for fresh ideas. Be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode and visit Helbig Enterprises to explore the many ways Diane can help you improve your business outcomes and results.
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Welcome back to Accelerate Your Business Growth! In today’s episode, host Diane Helbig sits down with Dave Rizzo, Asia Pacific President of Teleperformance, a global leader in AI- and emotionally intelligent (EI)-powered digital business services.
Together, they dive into practical strategies for blending AI and EI to create more efficient, yet deeply human, interactions with customers. Dave Rizzo shares actionable advice for business owners of all sizes on what types of tasks should be automated, and when that personal touch is not just beneficial, but indispensable. The conversation also takes us inside leadership practices that foster innovation and trust across
diverse, multi-country teams, and explores what it really takes to build a
culture of empowerment, transparency, and constant dialogue in today’s global economy.
If you’re curious about future-proofing your business through digital transformation, empowering your people rather than replacing them, and ensuring your organization evolves alongside fast-moving technology, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways. Plus, you’ll hear Dave Rizzo’s perspective on why every team member’s voice matters more than ever, and how leaders can create the conditions for everyone to engage meaningfully with change.
Dave is a forward-thinking leader who has helped global organizations achieve consistency, speed, and large-scale transformation—whether through traditional or AI-driven solutions. Drawing on extensive experience across industries, Dave leverages his company’s vast size
and global reach to identify best-in-class partnership models for clients,
tailoring solutions from banking to technology to retail. In the Asia Pacific
region, for example, he connects insights from fast-moving startups and
long-time retail partners worldwide, helping clients avoid reinventing the
wheel. By prioritizing data and automation for routine tasks, Dave ensures his teams are freed up to focus on high-value, emotionally sensitive work, driving both customer satisfaction and operational excellence.
If you are a small business owner or salesperson who struggles with getting the sales results you are looking for, get your copy of Succeed Without Selling today. Learn the importance of Always Be Curious.
Accelerate Your Business Growth is proud to be included on the list of the 45 Best Business Growth Podcasts. We are also honored to be selected by FeedSpot as one of the Top 10 Growth Hacking Podcasts, Top 25 Evergreen Podcasts and Top 50 Business Growth Podcasts on the web.
Each episode of this podcast provides insights and education around topics that are important to you as a business owner or leader. The content comes from people who are experts in their fields and who are interested in helping you be more successful. Whether it’s sales challenges, leadership issues, hiring and talent struggles, marketing, seo, branding, time management, customer service, communication,
podcasting, social media, cashflow, or publishing, the best and the brightest join the host, Diane Helbig, for a casual conversation. Discover programs, webinars, services, books, and other podcasts you can tap into for fresh ideas. Be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode and visit Helbig Enterprises to explore the many ways Diane can help you improve your business outcomes and results.
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In this episode, Brad Farris joins our host, Diane Helbig, to explore the intricacies of decision-making in business, emphasizing the importance of intuition, building relationships, and learning from mistakes. They discuss how being rushed can lead to poor decisions and the necessity of slowing down to listen to one's instincts. They highlight the significance of trust in sales and the need for effective communication to foster strong business relationships.
Brad Farris is an engineer turned executive leadership coach and the principal advisor at Anchor Advisors. He’s known for helping founders scale their businesses to the $3M–$5M mark, when operations become
more complex and leadership must evolve. Brad teaches small business owners how to empower their teams and free up time to focus on strategy. His 20+ years of experience helps entrepreneurs boost margins, strengthen client retention, and create the capacity for sustainable growth.
If you are a small business owner or salesperson who struggles with getting the sales results you are looking for, get your copy of Succeed Without Selling today. Learn the importance of Always Be Curious.
Accelerate Your Business Growth is proud to be included on the list of the 45 Best Business Growth Podcasts. We are also honored to be selected by FeedSpot as one of the Top 10 Growth Hacking Podcasts, Top 25 Evergreen Podcasts and Top 50 Business Growth Podcasts on the web.
Each episode of this podcast provides insights and education around topics that are important to you as a business owner or leader. The content comes from people who are experts in their fields and who are interested in helping you be more successful. Whether it’s sales challenges, leadership issues, hiring and talent struggles,
marketing, seo, branding, time management, customer service, communication, podcasting, social media, cashflow, or publishing, the best and the brightest join the host, Diane Helbig, for a casual conversation. Discover programs, webinars, services, books, and other podcasts you can tap into for fresh ideas. Be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode and visit Helbig Enterprises to explore the many ways Diane can help you improve your business outcomes and results.
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In this episode, Denise Blanc joins host Diane Helbig and explores the use of river metaphors to enhance understanding in communication. She discusses how identifying patterns, such as getting stuck in an 'Eddy', can lead to greater self-awareness and curiosity in conversations.
Denise is an Emotional Intelligence and Leadership Coach, Mediator, and founder of River Logic Partners. With over two decades of experience, she helps leaders transform conflict into collaboration and communicate with both heart and backbone. Denise is the author of RiverLogic: Tools to Transform Resistance and Create Flow in All Our Relationships and a frequent speaker on emotional intelligence, leadership communication, and navigating challenging conversations.
If you are a small business owner or salesperson who struggles with getting the sales results you are looking for, get your copy of Succeed Without Selling today. Learn the importance of Always Be Curious.
Accelerate Your Business Growth is proud to be included on the list of the 45 Best Business Growth Podcasts. We are also honored to be selected by FeedSpot as one of the Top 10 Growth Hacking Podcasts, Top 25 Evergreen Podcasts and Top 50 Business Growth Podcasts on the web.
Each episode of this podcast provides insights and education around topics that are important to you as a business owner or leader. The content comes from people who are experts in their fields and who are interested in helping you be more successful. Whether it’s sales challenges, leadership issues, hiring and talent struggles,
marketing, seo, branding, time management, customer service, communication, podcasting, social media, cashflow, or publishing, the best and the brightest join the host, Diane Helbig, for a casual conversation. Discover programs, webinars, services, books, and other podcasts you can tap into for fresh ideas. Be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode and visit Helbig Enterprises to explore the many ways Diane can help you improve your business outcomes and results.
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In this conversation, Etinosa and Diane discuss the intricacies of decision-making in business relationships, focusing on how pricing strategies can influence client engagement. Etinosa emphasizes the importance of framing decisions in a way that leads clients to consider options rather than simply agreeing to work together. The dialogue highlights the shift from a binary decision to a more nuanced discussion about service packages and their value.
Etinosa is a behavioral economist and CEO of Decision Alpha, a pricing
strategy firm that helps businesses achieve sustainable growth through smarter, psychology-driven pricing. With over a decade of experience across global financial institutions and startups, her work helps businesses replace guesswork and anxiety with confidence and profitability. Etinosa’s insights have been featured in MarketWatch and Morningstar. Be sure to check out her behavioural pricing playbook.
If you are a small business owner or salesperson who struggles with getting the sales results you are looking for, get your copy of Succeed Without Selling today. Learn the importance of Always Be Curious.
Accelerate Your Business Growth is proud to be included on the list of the 45 Best Business Growth Podcasts. We are also honored to be selected by FeedSpot as one of the Top 10 Growth Hacking Podcasts, Top 25 Evergreen Podcasts and Top 50 Business Growth Podcasts on the web.
Each episode of this podcast provides insights and education around topics that are important to you as a business owner or leader. The content comes from people who are experts in their fields and who are interested in helping you be more successful. Whether it’s sales challenges, leadership issues, hiring and talent struggles,
marketing, seo, branding, time management, customer service, communication, podcasting, social media, cashflow, or publishing, the best and the brightest join the host, Diane Helbig, for a casual conversation. Discover programs, webinars, services, books, and other podcasts you can tap into for fresh ideas. Be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode and visit Helbig Enterprises to explore the many ways Diane can help you improve your business outcomes and results.
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In this conversation, Diane Helbig and Danielle Hendon discuss the critical role of data in making informed business decisions. They emphasize that having access to accurate information empowers business leaders to make intelligent choices, rather than relying on guesswork. The discussion highlights the importance of understanding data to navigate business challenges effectively.
Danielle is the founder of 4 Corners CFO, where she brings over a
decade of corporate finance experience to small business owners in a way that fits their size and budget. She’s passionate about translating “big business” financial strategies into practical tools for entrepreneurs, helping them boost profit, gain clarity, and build lasting legacies that impact their families and communities.
If you are a small business owner or salesperson who struggles with getting the sales results you are looking for, get your copy of Succeed Without Selling today. Learn the importance of Always Be Curious.
Accelerate Your Business Growth is proud to be included on the list of the 45 Best Business Growth Podcasts. We are also honored to be selected by FeedSpot as one of the Top 10 Growth Hacking Podcasts, Top 25 Evergreen Podcasts and Top 50 Business Growth Podcasts on the web.
Each episode of this podcast provides insights and education around topics that are important to you as a business owner or leader. The content comes from people who are experts in their fields and who are interested in helping you be more successful. Whether it’s sales challenges, leadership issues, hiring and talent struggles, marketing, seo, branding, time management, customer service, communication,
podcasting, social media, cashflow, or publishing, the best and the brightest join the host, Diane Helbig, for a casual conversation. Discover programs, webinars, services, books, and other podcasts you can tap into for fresh ideas. Be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode and visit Helbig Enterprises to explore the many ways Diane can help you improve your business outcomes and results.
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In this episode of Accelerate Your Business Growth, host Diane Helbig speaks with Profit Doctor Ben Hansen about the concept of 'profititis'—a condition where businesses experience revenue growth but struggle with profitability. Ben shares strategies for identifying and addressing profitability issues, emphasizing the importance of customer quality
and the need to eliminate unprofitable customers. He introduces the 50-20 rule, which encourages business owners to cut the worst half of their bottom 20% of customers to improve overall profitability. The conversation highlights the psychological aspects of profitability and the benefits of removing negative influences from a business.
If you are a small business owner or salesperson who struggles with getting the sales results you are looking for, get your copy of Succeed Without Selling today. Learn the importance of Always Be Curious.
Accelerate Your Business Growth is proud to be included on the list of the 45 Best Business Growth Podcasts. We are also honored to be selected by FeedSpot as one of the Top 10 Growth Hacking Podcasts, Top 25 Evergreen Podcasts and Top 50 Business Growth Podcasts on the web.
Each episode of this podcast provides insights and education around topics that are important to you as a business owner or leader. The content comes from people who are experts in their fields and who are interested in helping you be more successful. Whether it’s sales challenges, leadership issues, hiring and talent struggles, marketing, seo, branding, time management, customer service, communication,
podcasting, social media, cashflow, or publishing, the best and the brightest join the host, Diane Helbig, for a casual conversation. Discover programs, webinars, services, books, and other podcasts you can tap into for fresh ideas. Be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode and visit Helbig Enterprises to explore the many ways Diane can help you improve your business outcomes and results.
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In this conversation, Pat Alacqua discusses the phases of the entrepreneur to enterprise journey, emphasizing the importance of leadership development in real-world contexts. He highlights the need for leaders to navigate chaos during growth by taking strategic steps and embracing change. The discussion also covers the significance of creating momentum rather than just motion in business progress.
Pat is a seasoned business growth strategist who has built his own successful businesses and helped others achieve exponential growth. He founded the Entrepreneur to Enterprise Program to share his wealth of experience and guide leaders on their journey. His new book is Obstacles to Opportunity: Transforming Business Challenges into Triumphs – Stories and Strategies from Leaders Who’ve Mastered It
If you are a small business owner or salesperson who struggles with getting the sales results you are looking for, get your copy of Succeed Without Selling today. Learn the importance of Always Be Curious.
Accelerate Your Business Growth is proud to be included on the list of the 45 Best Business Growth Podcasts. We are also honored to be selected by FeedSpot as one of the Top 10 Growth Hacking Podcasts, Top 25 Evergreen Podcasts and Top 50 Business Growth Podcasts on the web.
Each episode of this podcast provides insights and education around topics that are important to you as a business owner or leader. The content comes from people who are experts in their fields and who are interested in helping you be more successful. Whether it’s sales challenges, leadership issues, hiring and talent struggles, marketing, seo, branding, time management, customer service, communication,
podcasting, social media, cashflow, or publishing, the best and the brightest join the host, Diane Helbig, for a casual conversation. Discover programs, webinars, services, books, and other podcasts you can tap into for fresh ideas. Be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode and visit Helbig Enterprises to explore the many ways Diane can help you improve your business outcomes and results.
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In this conversation, Diane Helbig interviews Emily Walker, who specializes in helping thought leaders and personal brands create impactful bodies of work. Emily discusses the conventional approaches to scaling businesses and how they can be inverted for sustainable success. She emphasizes the importance of creating scalable offers that focus on action and implementation rather than just information. The discussion highlights the need for a personalized approach to scaling, taking into account
individual needs and visions.
If you are a small busineowner or salesperson who struggles with getting the sales results you are looking for, get your copy of Succeed Without Selling today. Learn the importance of Always Be Curious.
Accelerate Your Business Growth is proud to be included on the list of the 45 Best Business Growth Podcasts. We are also honored to be selected by FeedSpot as one of the Top 10 Growth Hacking Podcasts, Top 25 Evergreen Podcasts and Top 50 Business Growth Podcasts on the web.
Each episode of this podcast provides insights and education around topics that are important to you as a business owner or leader. The content comes from people who are experts in their fields and who are interested in helping you be more successful. Whether it’s sales challenges, leadership issues, hiring and talent struggles, marketing, seo, branding, time management, customer service, communication,
podcasting, social media, cashflow, or publishing, the best and the brightest join the host, Diane Helbig, for a casual conversation. Discover programs, webinars, services, books, and other podcasts you can tap into for fresh ideas. Be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode and visit Helbig Enterprises to explore the many ways Diane can help you improve your business outcomes and results.
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In this conversation, Diane Helbig interviews Cinthia Pacheco, the founder of Digital Bloom IQ, about effective digital marketing strategies for small businesses. They discuss the importance of leveraging websites for lead generation, the benefits of collaboration for credibility, and how to interpret marketing data to make informed business decisions. Cynthia emphasizes the need for small business owners, especially female
entrepreneurs, to understand and utilize their marketing data effectively to drive growth and avoid burnout.
Be sure to get a copy of Cinthia’s Free AI Visibility checklist
If you are a small business owner or salesperson who struggles with getting the sales results you are looking for, get your copy of Succeed Without Selling today. Learn the importance of Always Be Curious.
Accelerate Your Business Growth is proud to be included on the list of the 45 Best Business Growth Podcasts. We are also honored to be selected by FeedSpot as one of the Top 10 Growth Hacking Podcasts, Top 25 Evergreen Podcasts and Top 50 Business Growth Podcasts on the web.
Each episode of this podcast provides insights and education around topics that are important to you as a business owner or leader. The content comes from people who are experts in their fields and who are interested in helping you be more successful. Whether it’s sales challenges, leadership issues, hiring and talent struggles, marketing, seo, branding, time management, customer service, communication,
podcasting, social media, cashflow, or publishing, the best and the brightest join the host, Diane Helbig, for a casual conversation. Discover programs, webinars, services, books, and other podcasts you can tap into for fresh ideas. Be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode and visit Helbig Enterprises to explore the many ways Diane can help you improve your business outcomes and results.
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In this conversation, Lee Salz emphasizes the importance of the first meeting in sales, highlighting that its core purpose is to generate enough interest for a follow-up. He stresses that every successful meeting should conclude with a scheduled next step, ensuring that the momentum is maintained and the client remains engaged.
Lee Salz is a globally recognized Sales Differentiation® strategist and author of the hot, new sales book, The First Meeting Differentiator – Transforming Sales-Focused Discovery into Client-Centric Consultations.
Known as a sales contrarian, Lee combats old-school, ineffective selling methods and challenges you to think differently about your selling approach. Creator of Sales Differentiation® strategy, Lee guides sales organizations to win more deals at the prices you want® by differentiating what and how you sell.
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If you are a small business owner or salesperson who struggles with getting the sales results you are looking for, get your copy of Succeed Without Selling today. Learn the importance of Always Be Curious.
Accelerate Your Business Growth is proud to be included on the list of the 45 Best Business Growth Podcasts. We are also honored to be selected by FeedSpot as one of the Top 10 Growth Hacking Podcasts, Top 25 Evergreen Podcasts and Top 50 Business Growth Podcasts on the web.
Each episode of this podcast provides insights and education around topics that are important to you as a business owner or leader. The content comes from people who are experts in their fields and who
are interested in helping you be more successful. Whether it’s sales
challenges, leadership issues, hiring and talent struggles, marketing, seo,
branding, time management, customer service, communication, podcasting, social media, cashflow, or publishing, the best and the brightest join the host, Diane Helbig, for a casual conversation. Discover programs, webinars, services, books, and other podcasts you can tap into for fresh ideas. Be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode and visit Helbig Enterprises to explore the many ways Diane can help you improve your business outcomes and results.
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In this conversation, Diane Helbig interviews Justin Allen Montgomery, founder of ProCourse Start, about how professionals can transform their expertise into scalable continuing education businesses. Justin emphasizes the importance of recognizing one's knowledge as a valuable
asset and discusses strategies for creating passive income without relying on social media or traditional marketing gimmicks. He outlines the steps to identify valuable knowledge, market needs, and the process of building a successful course business.
If you are a small business owner or salesperson who struggles with getting the sales results you are looking for, get your copy of Succeed Without Selling today. Learn the importance of Always Be Curious.
Accelerate Your Business Growth is proud to be included on the list of the 45 Best Business Growth Podcasts. We are also honored to be selected by FeedSpot as one of the Top 10 Growth Hacking Podcasts, Top 25 Evergreen Podcasts and Top 50 Business Growth Podcasts on the web.
Each episode of this podcast provides insights and education around topics that are important to you as a business owner or leader. The content comes from people who are experts in their fields and who are interested in helping you be more successful. Whether it’s sales challenges, leadership issues, hiring and talent struggles, marketing, seo, branding, time management, customer service, communication,
podcasting, social media, cashflow, or publishing, the best and the brightest join the host, Diane Helbig, for a casual conversation. Discover programs, webinars, services, books, and other podcasts you can tap into for fresh ideas. Be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode and visit Helbig Enterprises to explore the many ways Diane can help you improve your business outcomes and results.
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In this conversation, Debbie Jenkins discusses how to transform chaotic thinking into clear business assets through structured publishing and frameworks. She emphasizes the importance of intellectual property as a perspective rather than just a legal concept, and introduces the idea of minimum viable assets as a way to create value without overwhelming oneself. The discussion also covers the significance of capturing ideas and taking actionable steps to share them effectively.
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If you are a small business owner or salesperson who struggles with getting the sales results you are looking for, get your copy of Succeed Without Selling today. Learn the importance of Always Be Curious.
Accelerate Your Business Growth is proud to be included on the list of the 45 Best Business Growth Podcasts. We are also honored to be selected by FeedSpot as one of the Top 10 Growth Hacking Podcasts, Top 25 Evergreen Podcasts and Top 50 Business Growth Podcasts on the web.
Each episode of this podcast provides insights and education around topics that are important to you as a business owner or leader. The content comes from people who are experts in their fields and who are interested in helping you be more successful. Whether it’s sales challenges, leadership issues, hiring and talent struggles, marketing, seo, branding, time management, customer service, communication,
podcasting, social media, cashflow, or publishing, the best and the brightest join the host, Diane Helbig, for a casual conversation. Discover programs, webinars, services, books, and other podcasts you can tap into for fresh ideas. Be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode and visit Helbig Enterprises to explore the many ways Diane can help you improve your business outcomes and results.
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Welcome to another episode of Accelerate Your Business Growth! Today, host Diane Helbig sits down with Suresh Bhagchandani, an accomplished senior sales leader, entrepreneur, and community builder. As Senior Sales Manager at Progress, Suresh leads teams to multimillion-dollar growth, while also owning F45 Training West Cary—where he blends fitness with community impact—and founding Execsocks, a creative retail venture. In this conversation, Suresh brings his people-first approach to sales, leadership, and entrepreneurship, sharing practical strategies to create
a lasting legacy.
Together, Diane and Suresh explore why focusing on process, not just outcomes, leads to sustainable business success. They dive into the importance of investing in people development and how true growth comes from empowering your team. Suresh also reveals why curiosity is the ultimate tool in sales and leadership, transforming transactional interactions into lasting trust.
Be sure to connect with Suresh on LinkedIn and request a complimentary 15 minute phone consult.
If you are a small business owner or salesperson who struggles with getting the sales results you are looking for, get your copy of Succeed Without Selling today. Learn the importance of Always Be Curious.
Accelerate Your Business Growth is proud to be included on the list of the 45 Best Business Growth Podcasts. We are also honored to be selected by FeedSpot as one of the Top 10 Growth Hacking Podcasts, Top 25 Evergreen Podcasts and Top 50 Business Growth Podcasts on the web.
Each episode of this podcast provides insights and education around topics that are important to you as a business owner or leader. The content comes from people who are experts in their fields and who
are interested in helping you be more successful. Whether it’s sales
challenges, leadership issues, hiring and talent struggles, marketing, seo,
branding, time management, customer service, communication, podcasting, social media, cashflow, or publishing, the best and the brightest join the host, Diane Helbig, for a casual conversation. Discover programs, webinars, services, books, and other podcasts you can tap into for fresh ideas. Be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode and visit Helbig Enterprises to explore the many ways Diane can help you improve your business outcomes and results.
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Welcome to another episode of Accelerate Your Business Growth! Today, host Diane Helbig sits down with Silicon Valley innovator and business strategist Kevin Surace. With decades of experience driving disruptive innovation, AI, and digital transformation across a range of industries, Kevin joins us to share powerful, practical insights for leaders navigating rapid change.
In this conversation, Kevin reveals why fostering a true culture of innovation starts at the top—and why creating psychological safety for risk-taking is essential if you want more than just ideas, but real, game-changing results. He pulls back the curtain on how AI and automation are reshaping businesses, offering actionable tips for integrating these tools without overwhelming your team. Plus, Kevin tackles the biggest
reasons digital transformation efforts stumble, and uncovers the human side of technological change—what holds people back, and how leaders can turn resistance into opportunity.
If you are a small business owner or salesperson who struggles with getting the sales results you are looking for, get your copy of Succeed Without Selling today. Learn the importance of Always Be Curious.
Accelerate Your Business Growth is proud to be included on the list of the 45 Best Business Growth Podcasts. We are also honored to be selected by FeedSpot as one of the Top 10 Growth Hacking Podcasts, Top 25 Evergreen Podcasts and Top 50 Business Growth Podcasts on the web.
Each episode of this podcast provides insights and education around topics that are important to you as a business owner or leader. The content comes from people who are experts in their fields and who are interested in helping you be more successful. Whether it’s sales challenges, leadership issues, hiring and talent struggles, marketing, seo, branding, time management, customer service, communication,
podcasting, social media, cashflow, or publishing, the best and the brightest join the host, Diane Helbig, for a casual conversation. Discover programs, webinars, services, books, and other podcasts you can tap into for fresh ideas. Be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode and visit Helbig Enterprises to explore the many ways Diane can help you improve your business outcomes and results.
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Welcome to another episode of Accelerate Your Business Growth! Today, we're joined by Mitch McDermott, founding partner of the Talent Ascension Group and a purpose-driven executive reshaping the world of talent acquisition. Mitch brings over a decade of experience and a refreshing approach to hiring—one that centers on unlocking human
potential and building meaningful connections between talent and opportunity.
In this insightful conversation, host Diane Helbig and Mitch dive into the challenges and opportunities of attracting and retaining top talent in
today’s market. Mitch shares actionable advice on how companies can stand out as employers of choice, the importance of seeing beyond resumes to truly understand candidates, and why making assumptions can be the biggest pitfall in hiring. If you’re a business leader looking to build a better team, or just curious about what it really takes to find and keep great people, this episode is packed with practical tips and thought-provoking stories you won’t want to miss.
If you are a small business owner or salesperson who struggles with getting the sales results you are looking for, get your copy of Succeed Without Selling today. Learn the importance of Always Be Curious.
Accelerate Your Business Growth is proud to be included on the list of the 45 Best Business Growth Podcasts. We are also honored to be selected by FeedSpot as one of the Top 10 Growth Hacking Podcasts, Top 25 Evergreen Podcasts and Top 50 Business Growth Podcasts on the web.
Each episode of this podcast provides insights and education around topics that are important to you as a business owner or leader. The content comes from people who are experts in their fields and who are interested in helping you be more successful. Whether it’s sales challenges, leadership issues, hiring and talent struggles, marketing, seo, branding, time management, customer service, communication,
podcasting, social media, cashflow, or publishing, the best and the brightest join the host, Diane Helbig, for a casual conversation. Discover programs, webinars, services, books, and other podcasts you can tap into for fresh ideas. Be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode and visit Helbig Enterprises to explore the many ways Diane can help you improve your business outcomes and results.
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Welcome to another episode of Accelerate Your Business Growth! Today, host Diane Helbig sits down with RogerNairn, co-founder and CEO of Jar Podcast Solutions—the brains behind top branded podcasts for names like Amazon, Deloitte, and Lululemon. Drawing from his big agency advertising roots, Roger shares invaluable insights into how enterprise brands can harness podcasting as a powerful, long-form marketing tool. In this episode, Roger debunks commona podcasting metrics myths, explains what businesses should actually be measuring for ROI, and reveals his strategies for repurposing podcast content across the
marketing funnel. Plus, he offers actionable advice for navigating internal
roadblocks and winning leadership buy-in for your next big podcasting
initiative. If you’re ready to discover what makes a business podcast truly
valuable—and how to leverage yours for real marketing impact—tune in for these
expert tips!
If you are a small business owner or salesperson who struggles with getting the sales results you are looking for, get your copy of Succeed Without Selling today. Learn the importance of Always Be Curious.
Accelerate Your Business Growth is proud to be included on the list of the 45 Best Business Growth Podcasts. We are also honored to be selected by FeedSpot as one of the Top 10 Growth Hacking Podcasts, Top 25 Evergreen Podcasts and Top 50 Business Growth Podcasts on the web.
Each episode of this podcast provides insights and education around topics that are important to you as a business owner or leader. The content comes from people who are experts in their fields and who
are interested in helping you be more successful. Whether it’s sales
challenges, leadership issues, hiring and talent struggles, marketing, seo,
branding, time management, customer service, communication, podcasting, social media, cashflow, or publishing, the best and the brightest join the host, Diane Helbig, for a casual conversation. Discover programs, webinars, services, books, and other podcasts you can tap into for fresh ideas. Be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode and visit Helbig Enterprises to explore the many ways Diane can help you improve your business outcomes and results.
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Welcome to another episode of Accelerate Your Business Growth! In today’s conversation, host Diane Helbig sits down with Mark Miller of Hilton Tax & Wealth Advisors, a seasoned expert with nearly four decades of experience in tax and wealth management. Mark has dedicated his career to helping business owners, executives, and high-net-worth individuals build, protect, and sustain their wealth—and he’s been featured everywhere from Kiplinger’s and The New York Times to Fox News and Money magazine. Recognized as a Presidential Businessman of the Year, Mark brings a wealth of practical knowledge and unique insight to our audience.
In this episode, Mark unpacks the real strategies the ultra-wealthy use to legally slash their tax bills—and shares what successful business owners can do today to follow their lead. He demystifies common misconceptions about building wealth, reveals how the smartest investors avoid volatility, and explains why protecting your portfolio is more important than chasing the highest returns. Plus, he shares actionable tips for turning income into generational wealth before the year’s end.
If you’ve ever wondered how top-tier families and business dynasties invest and what truly makes the difference between smart and retail money, you won’t want to miss this conversation. Grab your notebook and get ready for an eye-opening look at building lasting financial legacies.
If you are a small business owner or salesperson who struggles with getting the sales results you are looking for, get your copy of Succeed Without Selling today. Learn the importance of Always Be Curious.
Accelerate Your Business Growth is proud to be included on the list of the 45 Best Business Growth Podcasts. We are also honored to be selected by FeedSpot as one of the Top 10 Growth Hacking Podcasts, Top 25 Evergreen Podcasts and Top 50 Business Growth Podcasts on the web.
Each episode of this podcast provides insights and education around topics that are important to you as a business owner or leader. The content comes from people who are experts in their fields and who are interested in helping you be more successful. Whether it’s sales challenges, leadership issues, hiring and talent struggles,
marketing, seo, branding, time management, customer service, communication, podcasting, social media, cashflow, or publishing, the best and the brightest join the host, Diane Helbig, for a casual conversation. Discover programs, webinars, services, books, and other podcasts you can tap into for fresh ideas. Be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode and visit Helbig Enterprises to explore the many ways Diane can help you improve your business outcomes and results.
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Welcome to another episode of Accelerate Your Business Growth! Today, host Diane Helbig sits down with Derek Morgan, a seasoned business strategist renowned for helping small and medium-sized business owners achieve scalable, sustainable growth—without the heavy reliance on expensive advertising, cold outreach, or complicated marketing campaigns. In this special “three quick tips” episode, Derek shares practical strategies for cutting through marketplace noise, transforming your networking approach to generate high-quality referrals, and navigating rapid changes in today’s business environment. Learn how leveraging existing relationships, honing your value proposition, and systemizing referral processes can drive faster results and more profitable growth for your business. If you’re looking to unlock the power of strategic partnerships and elevate your sales team’s potential, you won’t want to miss Derek’s expert insights in this conversation.
If you are a small business owner or salesperson who struggles with getting the sales results you are looking for, get your copy of Succeed Without Selling today. Learn the importance of Always Be Curious.
Accelerate Your Business Growth is proud to be included on the list of the 45 Best Business Growth Podcasts. We are also honored to be selected by FeedSpot as one of the Top 10 Growth Hacking Podcasts, Top 25 Evergreen Podcasts and Top 50 Business Growth Podcasts on the web.
Each episode of this podcast provides insights and education around topics that are important to you as a business owner or leader. The content comes from people who are experts in their fields and who are interested in helping you be more successful. Whether it’s sales challenges, leadership issues, hiring and talent struggles, marketing, seo, branding, time management, customer service, communication,
podcasting, social media, cashflow, or publishing, the best and the brightest join the host, Diane Helbig, for a casual conversation. Discover programs, webinars, services, books, and other podcasts you can tap into for fresh ideas. Be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode and visit Helbig Enterprises to explore the many ways Diane can help you improve your business outcomes and results.
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Featured on Inc.com's list of 100 Podcasts That Will Make You Smarter, Better, and Wiser, MSNBC's Your Business, and on the Fit Small Business list of best small business podcasts, this show is designed to help small business owners, salespeople, and new entrepreneurs with the various aspects of business success. We have a great lineup of guests and topics scheduled. We’ll be talking about everything from sales to employee issues; from technology to social media; from work-life balance to exploring uncharted territory. The host, Diane Helbig's goal is to help you remove challenges so that you can realize your own success with your business. Be sure to subscribe to the iTunes channel or follow this podcast so you never miss an episode! Small business owners face challenges in a variety of areas throughout their ownership journey. For some the challenge is creating a sales strategy that brings results. For others dealing with employees can be very challenging. Growing pains come up at startup, growth, and exit. Marketing and branding are two topics that can be confusing for businessowners. Leadership and communication are also areas where leaders struggle. Finding answers, ideas, resources, and tools can make the journey easier. The guests who join Diane are experts in their fields. They provide actional expertise so the small business owner, leader, or salesperson can put those ideas into action. The host, Diane Helbig, has over 20 years of experience in business leadership and sales. She advises small business owners and trains professionals on leadership, selling, customer service, and time management. The podcast provides her with another way to get valuable information in front of businessowners, sales professionals, and business leaders. No matter what country you are in, from the United States to Canada to Australia to the European Union, the answers in each episode are valuable. Leaders in every industry can connect with the experts and learn from them. What’s your pain? Succession planning? Marketing? Business growth? Hiring? Legal and/or accounting issues? Family business challenges? Sales? Strategic planning? Dealing with employees? Creating structure and process? Networking successfully? Prospecting? Account management? Using discovery to grow? If it’s a business topic we have the guests who can help you. Many guests are bestselling authors and offer free resources or promotions on their products or services. Some of them have podcasts as well so you can tap into their guests as well. The guests have been curated from all over the world to bring you relevant, timely ideas you can implement immediately. Some evergreen topics include: podcasting, branding, marketing a small business, social media marketing, business systems, entrepreneurial dreams, leaving a legacy, team building, servant leadership, SEO, cashflow, emotional intelligence, cold outreach, cold calling, investing, ideal client, bottom line, sales development, adaptive leadership, feedback, workforce development, decision making, profit, goal setting, trust based selling, personal brand, mindset, scale small business, fear of selling, marketing strategies, LinkedIn, revenue generating, click funnels, lead generation, how to sell more, negotiation, digital marketing, small business tax, culture.
