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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.

Accelerate Your Business Growth Diane Helbig

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    • 4.9 • 86 Ratings

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.

    Strategic Scaling

    Strategic Scaling

    Welcome back to another episode of "Accelerate Your Business Growth," Today, we're diving deep into the art of strategic scaling with the incredible Dave Pennington, a seasoned expert with over three decades of leadership experience in national and international organizations. Dave has a firm belief in the power of investing in people, and he's here to demolish the myth that money is the sole reason employees leave their jobs. We uncover the true retention strategies that involve valuing and appreciating your staff while providing them with ample growth opportunities.
    Are you a small business owner struggling with onboarding or feeling stretched too thin? Dave shares his insights on how to structure for success, foster a clear vision, and develop a team that'll lead your business to new heights. Discover the key indicators that signal when it's time to scale and what it truly means to be a player-coach in the hectic world of small business.
    Join us as we explore the crucial role of aligning your strengths, offloading tasks that hold you back, and adopting strategic decision-making that prioritizes people just as much as the bottom line. Whether you’re looking to attract top talent or simply shift from doing to developing your staff, this episode is packed with invaluable advice. So buckle up, grab a notebook, and let's get ready to accelerate your business growth with the insights of Dave Pennington.
    Dave spent the last 35+ years managing and leading organizations. He has served on national & international boards. He has built strong teams, developed his personal leadership, managed financials, and developed and sustained visionary leadership.
    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.
    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.
    Effective Business Structure: "The owner role shifts from doing to developing. Now his role really becomes developing those VPs, helping them grow and learn how to do their jobs better and become more efficient and proficient and more productive."
    — Dave Pennington 00:08:24
    Employee Development Strategies: "What an owner needs to do is lean in and really get to know that person, know what she likes, what she doesn't like, know what she's good at, what she's not so good at. Sometimes we hire someone for 1 role brand as we get to know them, we actually find out they would actually better in a different role that we never even saw that at the beginning."
    — Dave Pennington 00:14:59
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    • 31 min
    Unlocking LinkedIn's Potential

    Unlocking LinkedIn's Potential

    Welcome to another episode of "Accelerate Your Business Growth". In this episode, host Diane Helbig sits down with internationally recognized business coach, best selling author, and podcaster, Catherine B Roy, to dive into the world of LinkedIn optimization and social selling. Catherine shares valuable insights on how professionals can optimize their profiles to attract high caliber clients, the concept of social selling index, practical tips for achieving a top 1% industry ranking on LinkedIn, and trends to pay attention to on the platform. This episode is packed with rich information that will have you coming back for more. So, grab a notepad and get ready to accelerate your business growth with expert advice from Catherine and host Diane Helbig.
    Catherine enjoys the distinction of being an official Forbes Coaches Council member, MENSA member (IQ>156), also officially certificated by the Goldman Sachs 10KW Program, and has received many thought leadership awards, 4 years in a row. She has clients in 30 countries and her work has been featured by Forbes, Goldman Sachs, TEDx, Microsoft, Huffington Post, Thrive Global, and others.
    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.
    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.
    Optimizing LinkedIn Profiles: "if our profile on LinkedIn is public, and when we publish something in a like a video or a post or whatever, And we use only 3 hashtags. These 3 hashtags will be included in the URL of the post. Meaning, that's a backlink Which Google is going to see."
    — Catherine B Roy 00:03:34
    Effective Content Strategies on LinkedIn: "What is the best is definitely video material because people can see us, they can connect with us, they actually resonate with what we have to say. But what is driving the most engagement isn't video. It's actually a kind of a poll and maybe sharing a PDF document, which is educational and something like that."
    — Catherine B Roy 00:12:18
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    • 20 min
    Fixing Broken Work Environments

    Fixing Broken Work Environments

    In this episode of "Accelerate Your Business Growth," host Diane Helbig interviews David Henkin and Thomas Bertels, coauthors of the book "Fixing Work: A Tale About Designing Jobs Employees Love." The episode starts with a discussion about the current state of employee burnout and lack of motivation in organizations. David and Thomas emphasize the importance of redesigning work to align with human needs such as autonomy, feedback, and purpose. They delve into the impact of remote and hybrid work on job structures and highlight the need for meaningful work to enhance employee engagement and satisfaction. The conversation also explores the role of technology in work motivation and the telltale signs of a broken work environment. The episode concludes with a deep dive into the book "Fixing Work" and its realistic narrative aimed at helping readers envision the transformation of their own organizations. The episode offers valuable insights on creating a more productive and impactful work environment.
    David Henkin is an accomplished executive and entrepreneur with a proven record of success in prominent global companies as well as start-ups.
    Thomas Bertels is the president and founder of Purpose Works, a management consulting firm on a mission to make work more productive, valuable, meaningful, and impactful. They are the co-authors of the book "Fixing Work: A Tale About Designing Jobs Employees Love."
    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.
    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.
    Creating Meaningful Work Experiences: "So give people broader jobs where they actually own the work product from start to finish. And also, right, which also allows them hopefully to bring different skills to bear, not just the narrow set."
    — Thomas Bertels 00:04:27
    Workplace Philosophy: "work is a product, employees are the customer of it, and work, if designed well, can really, make a difference here."
    — Thomas Bertels 00:22:05
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    • 26 min
    Embracing Mindfulness

    Embracing Mindfulness

    Welcome to "Accelerate Your Business Growth." In this episode our host, Diane Helbig, delves into a thought-provoking conversation with Neelu Kaur, a seasoned expert in adult learning and leadership development. Neelu sheds light on the prevalent issue of burnout in today's society and offers actionable strategies for managing it. The discussion covers topics such as the pitfalls of multitasking, the significance of morning routines, the body budget concept, the importance of self-advocacy, and practical mindfulness techniques. Neelu also shares insights on Ayurveda's role in combating burnout. This episode promises valuable takeaways for individuals and teams seeking to navigate stress and enhance their well-being.
    Neelu Kaur has 15 years of experience specializing in Adult Learning & Leadership Development in Financial Services, Consulting, and the Tech Industry. She focuses on leadership, mindfulness, and burnout management for individuals, teams, and organizations. Neelu recently published her first book, ‘Be Your Own Cheerleader,’ which focuses on self-advocacy for Asian & South Asian Women. She has a BS from NYU Stern School of Business & an MA from Columbia Univ in Social & Org Psych.
    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.
    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.
    Coping with Overwhelm: "And the answer to that, we all have the answer inside of us. We know when we're overwhelmed. Sometimes we just need to lay down. Sometimes we need to get away from the computer screen and walk for 20 minutes and come back, and then that overwhelm sort of dissipates."
    — Neelu Kaur 00:05:19
    The Importance of Self-Advocacy: "So if you're not asking for support in areas that you need at work, chances are you're not asking for support in areas that you need at home. So self advocacy goes beyond the workplace."
    — Neelu Kaur 00:06:46 
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    • 21 min
    Planning Your Business Exit Strategy

    Planning Your Business Exit Strategy

    Welcome to another episode of "Accelerate Your Business Growth." In this episode, Diane Helbig interviews Brian Franco, the founder and managing partner of Meritage Partners and the host of the Private Capital Master podcast. Brian shares his expertise in mergers and acquisitions as well as exit planning strategies for business owners. He emphasizes the importance of having an exit strategy in place and provides insights into the challenges business owners face and how to mitigate them. The episode delves into the critical role of a comprehensive team, including financial advisors and legal experts, in creating a successful exit plan. Brian's key takeaway for listeners is the necessity of building an exit strategy to prepare for future options. The conversation offers profound insights and actionable advice for entrepreneurs seeking to master the private capital markets. Tune in to learn from Brian Franco's extensive knowledge and experience in guiding business owners through exit planning, and discover how to master private capital for business 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.
    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.
    Maximizing Business Sale Value: "I think that we should be conditioned to think about the sale of the company and the net proceeds that one would receive because, ultimately, that is what's gonna sustain the lifestyle and the continuity of the lifestyle, you know, for that client and for that entrepreneur."
    — Brian Franco 00:19:38
    Tax Strategies in Business Sales: "There are IRS rules that can be utilized to minimize the tax liability and maximize the net proceeds to the client or to the entrepreneur in the sale of their companies."
    — Brian Franco 00:19:39 
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    • 29 min
    Get Better Connected

    Get Better Connected

    In today's episode of "Accelerate Your Business Growth," host Diane Helbig interviews Terry Bean, a passionate business growth strategist, sought-after speaker, and corporate trainer. The conversation delves into the powerful impact of self-awareness and authenticity on business and personal growth. Terry shares insights on the essential role of introspection in understanding oneself, and the profound influence it has on effectively connecting with others, whether it's potential clients, online audiences, or employees.
    Terry emphasizes the value of humor and inspiration in building connections and gives practical tips on leveraging these elements for successful online engagement. Furthermore, the discussion explores the significance of active listening and asking meaningful questions in connecting with employees and fostering a supportive work environment.
    Tune in as Diane and Terry unravel the essential strategies for achieving genuine and impactful connections in both business and life.
    Terry Bean has a tremendous passion for helping others get better connected to what they seek. He takes time to uncover people’s needs and leverages his network and knowledge to see them fulfilled. Terry spends most of his time as a business growth strategist, sought after speaker and corporate trainer. Additionally, he has spent 15 years producing TEDxDetroit.
    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.
    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.
    Authenticity and Attracting the Right People: "Once you're really connected to who you are and what you're about, you shed all the veneer and the masks that so often we wear. You become really comfortable in your skin. You live your authentic or true self, and then the right people kinda just show up.”
    — Terry Bean 00:01:59
    Finding Your Passion: "To me, the best inspection is introspection. And so we have to take time to ask ourselves tough questions brand really sit and wait for the answers to emerge."
    — Terry Bean 00:04:15
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    • 21 min

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