In this episode of The Exceptional Business Podcast, Helen shares the top 10 books and podcasts that have had the biggest impact on how sheβs built and scaled Exceptional Thinking.
Rather than theory for theoryβs sake, each of these resources influenced real decisions β from pricing and positioning to systems, follow-up, leadership, and money mindset.
π‘ Standout influences include:
π― Russ Ruffino β Clients on Demand
A shift from selling services to selling outcomes and results.
π Nigel Williams β Business Growth Central
Practical insight into running and scaling a business properly.
βοΈ Fabian Frederickson β The Fabian Show
Clear thinking around leverage, leadership, and stepping out of day-to-day ops.
π§ Gino Wickman β Traction & Get a Grip
The foundation for structure, accountability, and EOS inside the business.
π² Chris Dillon β No One Gives a Sht About Your Business*
A game-changer for follow-up systems and customer communication.
π Richard Woods β Million Dollar Sprint
Fast, focused execution and commercial clarity.
𧱠Melissa Urban β The Book of Boundaries
Powerful lessons on boundaries β personally and professionally.
π Josh Nelson β The Client Retention Handbook
Why keeping clients matters just as much as winning them.
π° Anne Wilson β The Wealth Chef
Financial clarity and smarter money decisions.
π§ Denise Duffield Thomas
Shifting money mindset and removing subconscious limits around growth.
Helenβs reflection is simple: the right input at the right time can change the trajectory of your business.
These books and podcasts didnβt just inspire β they shaped systems, strategy, and confidence.
π Learn more: www.exceptionalthinking.co.uk
π Book a chat: www.exceptionalthinking.co.uk/contact
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