What’s Life Got to Do With It?
Find out in our new original podcast with founder & CEO Helen Ornellas, available now on all major streaming platforms.
Latest Episode
Ep. 67 – Is “Uncovering” the TRUTH More Important than Building TRUST?
If you’re struggling to close deals or feel your sales pitches are hitting nothing but air, this episode is a must-listen!
Today, I’m talking with the Sales Performance Expert Patrick Ryan. Patrick is the CEO and President of Eureka Performance Training, an author, keynote speaker, and expert in sales conversations. With over 40 years of sales experience, he discovered early in his career (selling cable television door to door on 100% commission) that effective communication was the key to success.
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Ep. 60 – Current Funding Environment and What’s Needed Now with Dan Marrujo
Can the CHIPS Act tackle the nationwide workforce shortage? Is $53 billion enough to jumpstart a “U.S. semiconductor renaissance”? Can America reshape the global semiconductor

Ep. 59 – Thinking About Selling Your Business! Here’s What You Need to Know 3-5 Years Ahead of Time with Randy Hendershot
In this episode, we explore succession planning for business owners guided by the expert business broker, Randy Hendershot. Randy is the Founder and CEO of Evolution Advisors,

Ep. 58 – Capture Leads While Swapping Wasteful Swag, with Marcie Shelton
In this episode, Marcie Shelton joins us to talk about an eco-friendly, impactful, and efficient marketing solution, Give2Lead. Marcie is a Leadership and Strategic HR Consultant,

Ep. 57 – Defense Microelectronics: Powering Technology for a Safer World, with Dan Marrujo
In this episode, Dan Marrujo joins us to unravel the pivotal role of microelectronics and AI in defense and daily technology. Dan is the Founder

Ep. 56 – Building Bridges To Workplace Harmony. Geoff Hash’s Expert Advice on Mediation for Entrepreneurs
In this episode, we learn about the art of addressing polarization and promoting team harmony in the workplace from the brilliant Geoff Hash. Geoff is an

Ep. 55 – Securing Your Company’s Future: Financial Planning for Business Owners with Melissa Yano
In this episode, Melissa Yano joins us to discuss financial planning for small and medium-sized business owners and sheds light on planning and securing businesses’ financial

Ep. 24 – “Insights From A Health Advocate Advisor: Part #1”
In this twenty-fourth episode, I am excited to re-release episode 7. In this episode, I had the chance to be joined by Renee Balcom, a

Ep. 22 – “Are You a Business Owner? Things falling Through the Cracks?” Ben Godinez from VensureHR- Has Answers!
In this episode, I am talking with Ben Godinez, a Business Consultant at Vensure Employer Services. He is passionate about helping small businesses grow by solving

Ep. 18 – “Educating People on Medi-Cal Qualifying with Michael McCabe”
In this eighteenth episode, I am joined by my great friend, Michael McCabe. Michael has been doing Medi-Cal planning for the last twenty years, focusing

Ep. 12 – “Understanding Reverse Mortgages with Mitchell Cooper”
In this twelfth episode, I am joined by Mitchell Cooper to talk all about his insights, advice, and perspective as a Certified Reverse Mortgage Professional.

Ep. 9 – “Everything You Need To Know About 10 Year Terms”
In this ninth episode, I am talking all about the ins and outs of 10 year terms. A 10 year term is a great option

Ep. 8 – “Who’s In Your Corner? Health Advocate Advisor: Part #2”
In this eighth episode, I am so excited to share with you Part 2 of my conversation with Renee Balcom, a health advocate advisor. In
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Expert Guidance
With over 20 years of experience, Helen brings her expert guidance directly to you with insider tips, industry trends and real-life stories. Get the scoop directly from the source on what matters most when it comes to protecting your health and wealth.
Enlightening Topics
Learn more about key topics that can impact your ability to get and keep coverage, from lifestyle choices to changes in plan availability and carrier requirements. Get the bigger picture in focus with outside-the-box thinking on how to look at your life through the lens of an agent.
Answers to Top Questions
Can I use my life insurance while I’m still alive? Should my young children be designated as sole beneficiaries? Why do I even need life insurance? Get answers to these and all your burning questions as we explore the most common questions asked by clients (and you!).
Special Guest Appearances
We know some really smart, and really helpful, people – get exclusive access to guest speakers from across the industry as they help educate and enlighten us on various topics related to health, wealth and overall financial management, for individuals and business owners alike.
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After twenty years in the life insurance industry, I still wake up every morning with the same passion to help people understand what will work best for them and their future.
Helen Ornellas