Accelerate Your Business Growth

Accelerate Your Business Growth

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  • Farewell to Accelerate Your Business Growth

    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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    6 min
  • Unpacking Productivity Myths

    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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    15 min
  • Blending AI and Empathy for Outstanding Customer Experiences

    Welcome back to Accelerate Your Business Growth! In today’s episode, host Diane Helbig sits down with Dave Rizzo, Asia Pacific President of TP , 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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    25 min
  • Navigating Decision-Making in Business

    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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    19 min
  • Transforming Conflict into Collaboration

    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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    14 min
  • The Art of Pricing

    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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    16 min
  • The Importance of Data in Business Strategy with Danielle Hendon

    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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    18 min
  • The Psychology of Profitability

    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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    21 min
  • Transforming Business Challenges into Triumphs

    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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    18 min
  • Crafting Scalable Bodies of Work

    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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    9 min

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