Posts in Coaching
EPISODE 237: Leading with Impact with Jenny Hillenburg of Thirty-One Gifts

Have you ever wondered how to juggle the pressures of growing a thriving home-based business while also building a team? This week I chat with Jenny Hillenberg, National Executive Director with Thirty-One Gifts about how to stay consistent and persevere through the ups and downs of building a profitable direct sales business. Jenny shares her favorite strategy for team growth and community building. This is a must listen!

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EPISODE 236: Navigating the Path to Leadership in Network Marketing

Ever thought of scaling the ranks in direct sales but don't quite feel like a leader yet? You're not alone, and my friend and mentor, Nicole Culver, has a magical way of reframing your beliefs to connect with your inner leader. In today's episode we explore the concept of a leadership mindset and its significance in direct sales. If you're looking to freshen up your perspective or are just starting out in direct sales, there's something here for you. Let's uncover your hidden beliefs, face your setbacks head-on, and step into your higher purpose with a fresh mindset.

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EPISODE 235: Are You Selling the Right Product?

Have you ever considered that maybe the reason your sales aren't higher is because you're selling the wrong product? In today's episode, I share the 3 characteristics of the right product.  You might be surprised at what they are. 

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EPISODE 234: Say No to Distractions and Yes to Success

Are you a planner? If you know anything about me, you know planning doesn't come naturally to me. However, I've learned over the years how important it is and necessary to our business success. 

On today's episode, I interview Sarah Light, creator and CEO of Sol Planners, who left her successful direct sales business to start Sol Planners with the goal to help direct sellers.

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EPISODE 233: How to Overcome Self-Doubt to Become Limitless

Are you tired of being confined by your own limiting beliefs, hampering your business growth? Unlock your potential and let yourself become limitless as we smash through these barriers together. This episode empowers you to step into a higher version of yourself. We'll unpack strategies to attract the right customers and discuss how to build a positive team culture that fosters growth and success. 

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EPISODE 232: Dealing with Fear and Stigma in Direct Sales: A Conversation with Laura Payne Stanley

Ever feel like you're your own worst enemy on the road to success? Laura Payne Stanley, celebrated success coach and certified hypnotherapist, joins us to peel back the layers of this common conundrum. With her distinctive and straightforward coaching style, Laura teaches us to be our own advocate and challenger and confront the tough questions that can lead to our breakthrough.

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EPISODE 231: Why Relying on Family and Friends May Limit Your Direct Sales Success

Get ready to challenge your comfort zone and redefine success in your direct selling business. Are your family and friends really your ideal customers or team members? This episode unravels the complex dynamics of leaning on our loved ones for business support and why it might be holding you back more than you realize. Embrace the discomfort of stepping outside your comfort zone and unlock your potential for growth and expansion.

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EPISODE 230: How to Deal With the Network Marketing Haters

Get set to conquer negativity head-on and keep your growth trajectory intact. Today's episode comes with the promise of learning how to dismiss the naysayers and keep your focus on the prize. Join me through this personal journey where I share lessons from when I launched my direct seller CEO program. I'll share how I grappled with critics and ultimately realized that their stories do not define me or my journey.

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EPISODE 229: Detaching Yourself from the Outcome

Ever wondered how freeing it might feel to separate yourself from the outcome of your direct sales endeavors? Well, buckle up because I am about to showcase the transformative power of 'outcome-detachment' in the world of direct sales. I'll share my personal experiences and explore how my initial attachment to results acted as a stumbling block, and how it can significantly impede business growth.

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EPISODE 228: Maximizing Direct Sales Impact with Jessica Kane from Geniechat

Struggling with maximizing your impact in direct sales? Looking for an ally to help you with follow-ups, scheduling, content, and building million-dollar businesses? Cue Jessica Kane, creator, and CEO of Geniechat, a three-in-one app designed to help you soar in direct sales. Jessica, who is passionate about fostering relationships through engaging conversations, shares her insider's view and a wealth of experience on how to leverage the power of follow-ups for success.

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EPISODE 227: Turning Self-Doubt into Confidence for Direct Selling Triumph

Ready to challenge the lies you tell yourself? This empowering episode is a wake-up call for anyone seeking success in direct selling. We unpack the limiting beliefs that haunt our minds and hinder us from reaching our true potential. We tell you how these lies, no matter how harmless they seem, can cage you in your comfort zone, stifle your growth, and keep you from your higher calling. Tune in to learn how to overcome these inner obstacles, along with a potent strategy—the three C's—designed to help you tackle negative thoughts head-on.

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EPISODE 226: Overcoming Objections, Building Confidence and Staying Motivated

Are you feeling stuck in your direct sales journey, struggling to effectively build your team or share your business? I'm here to let you know that you're not alone. Today we delve into the common hurdles experienced by direct sellers and explore new strategies to overcome them. I'll show you how to shift your focus from convincing people to join your team to providing solutions to their problems. We'll discuss how to make your customer the hero of the story, thereby creating a more compelling proposition.

Let's uncover the power of content and connection in generating more leads, and learn effective methods for leading and motivating your team. We'll also talk about the importance of setting goals, forming good habits, and being connected with your team and community. I've got advice to help you maximize your time, keep your energy high, and stay focused on your objectives. So, why not tune in and discover how to elevate your direct-selling game?

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EPISODE 225: Adapting to Industry Changes and Fostering Relationships

Discover how you can revolutionize your direct sales approach by adapting to industry changes and fostering genuine relationships. I'll share my firsthand experience of facing resistance when I introduced Facebook parties, and I'll guide you on how to navigate outdated practices within your company. Trust me, if it worked in 2015, it doesn't necessarily mean it will work today!

This episode isn't just about selling products; rather, we explore the art of storytelling and personal connections. We'll unravel strategies to gain loyal, repeat customers and ascend the ranks without appearing pushy. So, buckle up for this engaging ride filled with essential tips and anecdotes to elevate your direct sales journey!

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EPISODE 224: Turning Challenges into Opportunities

Ever tried juggling a business, your children's summer schedules, and your personal life? Sounds like a recipe for chaos, right? Well, that’s a lot of our lives right now! As school looms, the pressure is mounting, and the challenge of team building seems more daunting than ever. But press play, and let's turn those challenges into opportunities together.

In this episode, we're tackling the well-intentioned but poor advice that might be hindering your progress. We're flipping the script to make your prospect the hero of the story, not you. We're cautioning against leading with discounts and overloading potential team members with too much information. 

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EPISODE 223: Website building with Carbon + Clay! with Melissa & Sandra

Unlock the power of your personal brand with the help of our guests, Melissa and Sandra, founders of Carbon and Clay, the go-to Squarespace website design service. They demystify the process of building your own website, highlighting how it can supercharge your business and create a brand that is unapologetically you. From creating sales and generating leads even when you're not working, to the crucial components every high-converting website should have, this episode is packed with transformative insights.

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