The Business Breakthrough Podcast

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A podcast hosted by Business Coach, Glenn Haworth. Each episode, Glenn interviews business owners to hear their story, exploring topics relating to business, mindset and marketing.

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May 28, 202621 min

The Return of Haworth Guitars: Meet The Basement Unplugged with Jackie & Kai | Ep 98

In this special episode of the Business Breakthrough Podcast, I sit down with Jackie and Kai, the new owners of what was once Haworth Guitars, now reborn as The Basement Unplugged.Haworth Guitars was my family's baby for decades. My dad Phil started building guitars out of our garage in Kiama Downs back in the 80s. I took the business on in my mid-20s, scaled it to multiple stores, a music school, e-commerce, and a 70K+ Instagram following before selling it in 2024. Now, a few years on, Jackie and Kai have stepped in to write the next chapter, and they're absolutely smashing it.We unpack:How a vision board literally manifested this business into their handsWhy Kai (a young muso building bass guitars) saw the opportunity nobody else didThe mother-and-son dynamic of running a business togetherWhy they're doubling down on local community, face-to-face experience, and the "rockstar moment" instead of chasing onlineThe shift happening in retail right now and why "come in, jam, and feel it" beats "click and ship"Their plans to bring music, events, and culture back to the Illawarra music scene🎸 Plus a massive announcement: Free Restring Day on Saturday June 13th, 10am – 4pm at 2/22 Durgadin Drive, Albion Park Rail. Bring any standard acoustic or electric, get it restrung for FREE with strings included (sponsored by D'Addario). Live music. Sausage sizzle. Discounted servicing. Get there early, there should be a line out the door.This episode is about legacy, passion, taking imperfect action, and what happens when the right people pick up the torch.If you love stories about family business, local entrepreneurship, and people who back themselves, you'll love this one.📍 The Basement Unplugged — 2/22 Durgadin Drive, Albion Park Rail📅 Free Restring Day — Saturday June 13th, 10am📲 Follow @glennhaworth_coach for more

May 18, 202616 min

The Mindset Shift That Actually Grows Your Business (Post-Retreat Reflections) | Ep 97

Just off the back of our 3-day Business & Mindset Retreat at The Bunker House and the biggest takeaway wasn't the marketing strategy, the AI training, or the sales frameworks. It was the mindset work.In this episode I break down exactly how to craft a resilient mindset that actually grows your business. The same mindset principles I used to scale my previous business to multi-million dollar revenue and now apply daily inside Resolve Business Coaching.We cover:• Why strategy doesn't work without the right energetic frequency• The 5-7 year vision exercise that changes everything• The "be, do, have" framework (and why most people get it backwards)• The butterfly garden metaphor for attracting clients• How to catch and rewire limiting beliefs in real time• Why your environment is non-negotiable• The Jim Rohn principle that protects your mindset dailyIf you're a business owner who's done all the courses, read all the books, but still feels stuck, this episode is for you.Connect with me via @glennhaworth_coach on Instagram

May 14, 202627 min

The 7 things every business owner needs to master | Ep 96

In this episode, I break down the 7 key areas I believe every business owner needs to work on to grow a business that actually creates freedom, not a prison.I share what I learned scaling Haworth Guitars from six figures to multi-million dollar revenue, and how the same principles apply to any business today.We cover:The 4 marketing growth levers (Awareness, Conversion, Average Sale, Retention & Referrals)The 3 E's of content that actually gets seen: Educational, Entertaining, EmotionalWhy your mindset is the #1 thing holding your strategy backHow to use AI tools like Claude Cowork & Claude Design to save hours every week (without losing your intuition)The personality types you need to understand to lead your team properlyReal stories, real clients, real results including how one client racked up 500K views on a single reel.If you want the free Claude Cowork training I mention in the episode, head to my Instagram @glennhaworth_coach — link in bio or DM me "COWORK".Hit follow if you got value and shoot me a DM to let me know your biggest takeaway.

April 30, 202618 min

I Deleted Canva. Here's What I Use Instead (Top 5 AI Tools for 2026) | Ep 95

If you're a business owner who's drowning in admin, content creation, and behind-the-scenes work, this episode is going to change your week.In this episode, Glenn breaks down his top 5 AI tools for 2026, the exact stack saving him 10–15 hours every week and helping his clients generate more leads, sales, and freedom in their business.You'll discover:• Why Glenn deleted Canva (and what he's using instead)• The AI tool that builds landing pages from a single prompt• How to do deep market research and proposals in minutes• The #1 tool that runs his daily briefings, drafts his emails, and builds his ManyChat flows• How to turn social media comments into leads on autopilotThis isn't theory. It's the exact stack Glenn uses every day in Resolve Business Coaching and what he's teaching his clients to implement right now.👉 Grab Glenn's FREE Claude Cowork + Claude Design tutorial: https://www.resolvecoaching.com.au/lead-capture/📲 Connect with Glenn on Instagram: @glennhaworth_coach

April 20, 202610 min

Claude Design and Cowork - AI Tools That Are Saving Me 8–10 Hours a Week | Ep 94

Not a tech person? Neither am I. But these two AI tools have genuinely changed how I run my business and I'm sharing exactly how I use them.In this episode I'm breaking down Claude Cowork and Claude Design what they do, how I've set them up, and why I think they're becoming essential for business owners in 2026.We cover:How Claude Cowork connects to your inbox, calendar and browser to act like a real AI assistantHow it's saving me 8–10 hours a week in admin (and potentially replacing a VA)Claude Design, the brand new tool that's creating carousel posts and slide decks in minutesHow to set both up, step by stepIf you want more AI tips, behind-the-scenes content and free resources as I release them, come follow me on Instagram: @glennhaworth_coach

April 1, 202612 min

How I’m Using AI Agents to Save Time, Make More Money & Scale Faster | Ep 93

AI is moving faster than most people realise… and we’ve just hit a major shift.It’s no longer just about tools like ChatGPT helping you think or brainstorm ideas.Now, AI is actually doing the work for you.In this episode, I break down:The new wave of AI tools that are changing business right nowHow I’m using AI to save time, increase revenue and reduce stressReal examples (email management, quoting, SEO reports, dashboards)Why being early to this gives you a massive advantageMost business owners are still stuck using AI at a basic level.If you’re listening to this, you’re already ahead.Now it’s time to lean in and start using these tools properly.If you want help implementing this into your business, reach out:📩 DM me on Instagram @glennhaworth_coach📧 glenn@resolvecoaching.com.auLet’s get you ahead of the curve.

March 23, 202622 min

From Audience to Customers: The Sales Process Every Business Needs | Ep 92

If you’ve been putting in the work to grow your audience… this is the episode you can’t skip.Because awareness alone doesn’t pay the bills.In this episode, I break down exactly what to do after people start noticing your business...how to turn attention into actual paying clients.We dive into:Why most business owners struggle with sales (and how to reframe it)How to create a compelling offer that actually gets people to actThe importance of in-between steps (especially for higher ticket services)My simple 5-step sales process you can start using immediatelyWhy building real human connection beats automation every timeHow to ask the right questions and uncover real pain pointsThe biggest mistake tradies and service-based businesses make with quotesWhy follow-up is where most of the money is (and how to do it properly)Sales isn’t about being pushy.It’s about helping people get what they want.If you can master this process, everything in your business changes.👉 If you got value from this episode, make sure you hit follow and share it with someone who needs to hear it.📩 Want help growing your business?DM me “GROW” on Instagram: @glennhaworth_coach

March 20, 202623 min

Why Your Business Isn’t Growing (And It’s Not What You Think) | Ep 91

Most business owners think their competition is the problem…But the real issue? Not enough people even know you exist.In this episode, Glenn breaks down a live talk he delivered to 50+ business owners in Wollongong, sharing the exact strategies you can use right now to grow your business by building awareness and trust.You’ll learn:Why awareness is the biggest growth lever most businesses ignoreThe simple 10-minute engagement strategy to attract new customers dailyHow to find and connect with your ideal audience on social mediaThe 3 E’s of content (and how to use them to boost engagement)Why being more human is your biggest advantage in the AI eraIf you’ve ever felt like social media “isn’t working”… this episode will flip your perspective and give you a practical plan to fix it.If you get value from this, share it with a business owner who needs it.Connect with Glenn via Instagram @glennhaworth_coach

February 24, 20266 min

A Sneak Peek Into the Resolve Retreat: Vision, Mindset & The Growth You’ve Been Avoiding | Ep 90

In this episode, I give you an inside look at the upcoming Business & Mindset Retreat happening this May at Bunker House and more importantly, the transformational work we’ll be doing together.We dive deep into why having a compelling vision matters, how to become the person who achieves it, and the limiting beliefs quietly holding so many business owners back. I break down the key pillars of time management, the four essential areas of marketing and sales, and why social media still plays a massive role in building awareness and trust heading into 2026.If you’ve been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or ready for a breakthrough, this episode gives you a taste of the mindset, strategy and clarity we’ll be diving into at the retreat.Send me an email glenn@resolvecoaching.com.au to apply for the upcoming retreat in May!

February 16, 202644 min

You GET to post: Videography and Social Media Tips for Busy Business Owners (with Ben Spinelli) | Ep 89

If you’ve ever said “I don’t have enough content” or “I don’t know what to post”… this episode is for you.I’m joined by my videographer and all round content weapon Ben Spinelli. He’s the guy behind a lot of the higher quality content you’ve seen on my Instagram and he also runs social media for multiple businesses, so he sees what actually works right now.In this chat we break down the real reason most business owners struggle with consistency, why being more real beats being polished, and how to build trust so the right customers feel like they already know you before they ever DM or call.We cover- Why most businesses fall off with content and the simple fix- Quality versus quantity and why quantity builds quality- How to stay consistent without planning a month ahead- The power of Stories and why they are the easiest place to start- A practical just document it approach that removes the pressure- Trial Reels how they work and why they are worth using- Simple iPhone filming tips including exposure tricks and Action Mode- Why reels perform better when the business owner is actually in themIf you enjoyed this episode, share it with a mate in business and come say hey on Instagram.Our May "Business and Mindset Retreat" is filling up so shoot Glenn a DM on instagram for more info if you're interested asap!Connect with Ben@benspinelliConnect with Glenn@glennhaworth_coach