This week on the Modern Direct Seller Podcast, we’re sharing one of our monthly done-for-you trainings from the Modern Direct Seller Academy: “Make Your Summer Sizzle.” We know you deserve some time off to enjoy long days and summer sunshine, but you also need to make sure you’re staying consistent in your business and setting yourself up for a successful fall selling season. Luckily, with the right schedule and a few simple tips, you’ll be prepped to slow down and enjoy some time away!
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Episode 132: How to Use AI in Direct Sales with Kerry Bennink
We all know that A.I. is gaining popularity. We may have noticed artificial intelligence tools appearing in the programs that we use to sell and create content. But that doesn’t mean we know how to apply those tools to our direct sales businesses—or even whether we should. This week on the Modern Direct Seller Podcast, we were joined by Kerry Bennink, who dove deep into the A.I. rabbit hole and is here to share her perspective on this evolving technology, from tips and tricks to potential pitfalls. If you’re looking to dip your toe into the A.I. world, or just want to know how it might affect sellers and customers, this is for you!
Boost Your Direct Sales Business with AI: 5 Ways to Use ChatGPT Today
Have you been hearing a lot of buzz about Artificial Intelligence? It's been all over the news, and it's the latest chatter in the business world. Let me break down for you what exactly AI is and how you can apply it to your Direct Sales biz. AI programs, such as...
Episode 131: Construction, Beer and the Future of Direct Sales with Jeremy + Becky Launder
This week on the Modern Direct Seller Podcast, Becky and Jeremy are giving listeners a peek behind the scenes of their business by answering questions from you! Listen in to hear not only their home office updates, but also how their lives adjust to their growing business, the ways they see direct sales continuing to evolve to meet people’s needs, and of course, what they’re bringing their customers in 2023.
Episode 130: What’s Hot On Social Media with Jennifer Johnson, CEO of CinchShare
Jennifer Johnson, CEO and founder of CinchShare, joined us once again on the Modern Direct Seller Podcast not only to talk about the incredible scheduling tool she created, but also to give us a broad look at social media in 2023. There are plenty of features to love on CinchShare, but how can they be used effectively to grow your online presence? Why would you want to add a third-party app to your toolkit? And how can tools like this help direct sellers serve their social media audiences and keep people interacting with their posts? Jennifer answered these questions and more, sharing plenty of tips to help you stay consistent, save time, and see continued success in your content creation.
Episode 128: When to Hire a VA or OBM with Whitney Hoefer
If you’re in direct sales, if you’re seeing success, and especially if you’re working to turn your business into your full-time career, you may find that you’re growing into a leadership position that requires more time and energy than you have to give. Luckily, there are VAs and OBMs like Whitney Hoefer, who will partner with you and offer support so that you can step away from day-to-day business management and into the roles you love! Whitney joined us on the Modern Direct Seller Podcast not only to discuss the details of her work, but also to share some of her favorite systems to help sellers grow in scale and spend their time intentionally, and you won’t want to miss her tips for showing up in sales as your best self.
Episode 126: Sneak Peek into the Modern Direct Seller Academy
Are you feeling stuck in your direct selling journey? Are you seeking a direct sales coach, or advice from industry experts about how to move your business forward? Are you looking for a community that will hold you accountable to your goals and answer your questions? Then the Modern Direct Seller Academy is the perfect place for you! On this week’s episode of the podcast, we’re giving you a peek behind the curtain at the training and tools that our Academy members can access to help any aspect of their businesses thrive. Spring enrollment is now open, so listen in to discover whether you should snag a spot!
Episode 125: How to Build a Profitable Direct Sales Biz without being Reliant on Parties
Today on the Modern Direct Seller Podcast, we’re going to talk about how you can still see success in direct sales if you’ve decided to shift away from parties and the in-person selling scene. Even beyond vendor events and pop-up events, there are ways to build your business and get in front of new customers simply by being intentional about having conversations that grow your social network every single day. If you’re ready to be more proactive, this episode is for you!
Episode 123: How “Micromoments” will Boost Your Productivity with Chelsey Newmyer
We all want someone who can come into our lives and help us focus on what matters, which is why today, we asked productivity coach Chelsey Newmyer to join us on the Modern Direct Seller Podcast! A self-proclaimed time-management nerd, Chelsey is all about personalizing a plan that will help support not the high-level executives with teams of people behind them, but the direct sellers and employees who have to manage their businesses and their busy homes. Listen in as she breaks down common productivity problems and her best solutions to overcome them, from utilizing micro-moments in your day to making tough tasks more manageable, so you can feel less overwhelmed and more prepared to make your time work for you!
What does One More Do for Your Direct Sales Biz?
Did you ever think of the Number ONE as a big number? You think I'm crazy right. The number ONE is a small number when you look at it alone. All by itself. Now let’s consider ONE MORE of something. Ever wish you had another hour in a day or another day (aww heck, one...