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Episode 215: Mastering Instagram for Direct Sellers: Authenticity, Reels, and Building a Brand with Jenn Herman
In this episode of the Modern Direct Seller Podcast, Instagram expert Jenn Herman joins us to share insider tips on how direct sellers can level up their Instagram game! We...
Episode 212: From Profile to Profit: Leveraging LinkedIn to Grow Your Direct Sales Business with Elaine Walsh-McGrath
In this episode of the Modern Direct Seller Podcast, we welcome LinkedIn expert Elaine Walsh McGrath, who shares her inspiring journey from corporate marketing to entrepreneurship and becoming a LinkedIn...
Episode 210: Why You Need a Personal Brand (Not Your Direct Sales Company’s Brand)
In this episode of the Modern Direct Seller Podcast, we’re diving into why building your personal brand—not just your direct sales company’s brand—is key to long-term success. I share why...
Episode 207: Branding Beyond the Logo: Building a Personal Brand with Jordan Schram
In this episode of the Modern Direct Seller Podcast, we’re chatting with Jordan Schram, founder of Purple Sky Branding, about building a personal brand that goes way beyond just logos...
Episode 203: How to Be Relatable with Rachel DeAlto
In this episode, we dive deep into the power of relatability with special guest Rachel DeAlto, an expert in connection and communication. We explore how being relatable goes beyond just...
Episode 200: What I’ve Learned After 200 Episodes and 100,000+ Downloads
Welcome to a milestone episode of the Modern Direct Seller Podcast! We’ve hit 200 episodes and over 100,000 downloads—mind blown! In this special episode, we’re taking a look back at...
Episode 198: Social Selling for Long-Term Success
In this episode, we dive into the world of social selling and how it differs from traditional sales by focusing on intentional, one-on-one conversations. We’ll break down the importance of...
Episode 195: Balancing Quick Wins with Long-Term Success in Direct Sales
In this episode of the Modern Direct Seller Podcast we’re moving our focus away from the day-to-day money-making operations of your business and zeroing in on building a sustainable business...
Episode 194: How AI Can Save You Hours of Content Creation
In this episode of the Modern Direct Seller Podcast, we’re diving into the exciting world of AI and how it can save you hours on content creation. From getting started...
Episode 193: Quick Content Ideas for Busy Direct Sellers
In this episode of the Modern Direct Seller Podcast, we’re broadcasting from our new video studio with strategies designed to boost your social media game with just 10 minutes of...
Episode 189: Tips for Avoiding Social Media Burnout
Today’s episode of the Modern Direct Seller Podcast is all about avoiding social media burnout. We’re sharing practical strategies aimed at keeping your social media game strong without feeling overwhelmed....
Episode 188: 3 Things to Stop Doing on Social Media
Today’s episode of the Modern Direct Seller Podcast is all about social media and some of the most common pitfalls direct sellers face. We’ll discuss how to find the right...
Episode 187: 12 Things I Do To Build My Brand on Social Media
In this episode of the Modern Direct Seller Podcast, we’re sharing some behind-the-scenes magic on how we build our brand on social media. We’ll chat about practical tips and fresh...
Episode 185: How To Find New Customers on Social Media
In today’s episode of the Modern Direct Seller Podcast, we’re getting real about growing your customer base—no fluff, just practical tips you can apply right away. Get ready for advice...
Episode 180: How to Navigate the Evolving Social Selling Landscape with Christina Maniscalco, Crunchi
Today on the Modern Direct Seller Podcast, we’re joined by Christina Maniscalco, head of sales and development at Crunchi! She’s seen the direct sales business from both sides, so she’s...
Episode 178: Let’s Talk Tech with Deb Raley of Social Tech Team
Today on the Modern Direct Seller Podcast, we’re joined by Deb Raley, owner of Social Tech Team, to discuss a variety of ways to keep your social media presence up-to-date...
Episode 176: How to Revamp Your Online Parties
It’s Challenge Week over at Modern Direct Seller, and today we are talking about utilizing bold and actionable sales strategies—particularly when it comes to online parties. Tech, social media, and...
Episode 173: Changes to FB Groups with Jennifer Johnson, CinchShare
Facebook just announced a pretty big change: Third-party apps will no longer have access to Facebook groups. Being required to replace the tools we use to connect to our community...
Episode 153: Tech Trends Transforming Direct Sales with Brian Palmer, CEO Think Box HQ
This week, the Modern Direct Seller Podcast is all about tech! Brian Palmer is the CEO of Think Box HQ, which specializes in bringing emerging and innovative technologies to direct...
Episode 150: How to Boost Your Sales with Livestream Shopping
Livestreams are beginning to change the direct sales industry by combining the enthusiasm of selling face-to-face with the convenience of connecting virtually. This week on the podcast, Gordon Steele, director...
Episode 149: Creating Content that Converts with Kimberly Pulito
This week, Kimberly Pulito joined us on the podcast to chat about content in all its forms. She’s not only sharing tips about short-form vs. long-form content and how to...
Episode 136: How To Use Hashtags with Jenn Penn
Jenn Penn has been working in the social media space for 15 years, and what began as pioneering Facebook parties has evolved into helping direct sellers see success within one...
Episode 133: Is Your Biz Summer Ready?
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...
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...
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...
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...
Episode 122: How to Run Your Direct Sales Biz YOUR Way
Today’s episode of the Modern Direct Seller Podcast is all about creating your own sales toolkit! Now that the spring selling season is approaching, it’s time to evaluate what’s really...
Modern Direct Seller Content Strategy
Ever feel like you’re on a social media hamster wheel? You know… the kind that keeps spinning and spinning, and you’re never done! And, you’re just trying to stay afloat....
Episode 114: Share Your Story using Video with James Cooper
This week on the Modern Direct Seller Podcast, we talked all about video. We know that, in order increase visibility for our products and services, we need to utilize video...
Episode 113: Increase Your Productivity in 2023 with Tamara Klinger
This week on the Modern Direct Seller Podcast, we’re kicking off 2023 by talking time management and productivity! We were joined by Tamara Klinger, CEO of The Align Mentor Company,...
Episode 89: Conversation Starters that Don’t Begin with “Hey Girl”
In this episode of the Modern Direct Seller Podcast, we’re diving into the topic of cold messaging. We’ve all been there, right? You’ve probably also realized that spammy, copy/paste messages...
Episode 84: Summer Edition: Boost Engagement on Social
In this episode of the Modern Direct Seller Podcast, we’re sharing 10 actionable tips to boost engagement on social media — even during the summer months when your followers may...
Episode 81: Direct Sales Parties with SparkHub Founder Julie Godshall
In this episode of the Modern Direct Seller Podcast, we’ve invited Julie Godshall back to share her newest system designed for party-plan direct sellers. Julie shares how Sparkhub can save...
Episode 77: How to Play the Long Game on Social Media with Roxanne Wilson, Host of RoxTalks
In this episode of the Modern Direct Seller Podcast, you’ll meet Roxanne Wilson, a network marketing coach & host of RoxTalks podcast. You’re going to love this no-fluff, real conversation...
Episode 72: 5 Social Strategies to Boost Engagement
In this episode, Becky Launder, CEO & Co-Founder of Modern Direct Seller, shares social strategies to boost your engagement and gain visibility on social media. Whether Facebook or Instagram is...
Episode 71: The Art of Online Conversations
In this episode of the Modern Direct Seller Podcast, you’ll hear the audio from this month’s Done-for-You Training, included in the Modern Direct Seller Academy. This month’s topic is all...
Episode 69: Automating Your Business with Jake Dempsey of Project Broadcast
In this episode of the Modern Direct Seller Podcast, you’ll learn about text marketing and automation from Jake Dempsey, CEO of Project Broadcast. You’ll learn why texting is a must-have...
Episode 63: Branding You Big with Heather Schaefer
In this episode of the Modern Direct Seller Podcast, you’ll meet Heather Schaefer, Founder of Branding You Big. Heather shares the in’s and out’s of what branding is (and isn’t!)...
Episode 56: How DS Changed in 2021: The Good, The Bad, The Ugly
On this episode of the Modern Direct Seller Podcast, we dive into the good, the bad and the ugly of how direct sales has changed in 2021! If you’ve pivoted...
Episode 49: Plan a Year of Content for the Next Year with Sami Bedell-Mulhern
In this episode of the Modern Direct Seller Podcast, you’ll hear from Modern Direct Seller Academy member, Sami Bedell-Mulhern, a Color Street Stylist and Digital Marketing expert. Sami shares marketing...
Episode 43: Creating Priorities as a Business Owner with Jasmine Star
In this episode of the Modern Direct Seller Podcast, you’ll hear a coaching session from the Jasmine Star Podcast. As a member of Jasmine’s Social Curator program, I had the...
Episode 41: Video Visibility for Direct Sellers with Tori Toth
In this episode of the Modern Direct Seller Podcast, Tori Toth joins us to talk all things video! Tori’s background is in television and she works with brands to help...
Episode 40: LevelUP Spotlight: Jen Pitta
In this episode of the the Modern Direct Seller Podcast, I had the treat of having Jen Pitta on the podcast! Jen is a Stampin’ Up demonstrator for 15 years,...
Episode 38: Spark Engagement in Your Customer Group
In this episode of the Modern Direct Seller Podcast, Becky shares why having a VIP Customer Group on Facebook increases your visibility and provides you the opportunity to create your...
Episode 33: Tips to Build Your Confidence on LIVE Video
In this episode of the Modern Direct Seller Podcast, Becky Launder shares how to build your confidence on LIVE video. As a direct seller, showing up LIVE for your followers...
Episode 30: Direct Sales Parties on Demand with Julie Godshall
On this episode of the Modern Direct Seller Podcast, our amazing guest, Julie Godshall joins us to share a new innovative method for online parties which she calls Direct Sales...
Episode 27: Leveraging Systems to Scale Your Direct Sales Business with Jessica Kane, CMO of CinchShare
In this episode of the Modern Direct Seller Podcast, you’ll meet Jessica Kane, Chief Marketing Officer of CinchShare. Jessica shares her favorite features of CinchShare, how to show up on...
Episode 26: Finding Your Value on Social Media with Catherine Martin of Mix and Match Madness
In this episode of the Modern Direct Seller Podcast, Catherine Martin of Mix and Match Madness shares her intentional business growth using social media. Catherine shares insight into her daily...
Episode 14: Showing up Consistently on Social Media with Jennifer Johnson, CEO of CinchShare
In this episode you meet Jennifer Johnson, CEO and Founder of CinchShare. CinchShare is the best social media scheduling platform for direct sellers — and, Becky’s personal favorite. Learn from...
Episode 12: Facebook Ad Strategy for Direct Sellers with Shay Hrobsky
In this episode, Shay Hrobsky covers the do’s and don’ts of paid advertising for direct sellers. In fact, Shay dives into exactly the type of ads to run and how...
Episode 10: 2021 Strategies for Direct Sellers
It is likely that in some way, you’ve set a goal to be more consistent with your business. Whether that means showing up on social media on the regular, implementing...
Episode 2: Top 5 Tools for Direct Sellers
In this episode of the Modern Direct Seller Podcast I share my top 5 tools for direct sellers.
Tips & Tricks to Make Custom Graphics in Canva
If you know you *should* be creating custom graphics to grow your direct sales biz, look no further! Canva is an easy solution to make your graphics pop!
Streamline Social Media Scheduling! Yes, please.
Learn to use Cinchshare for scheduling posts to Facebook parties, pages and groups! Plus, batch your work and knock out all your posts at once.
Why YOU need a VIP facebook Group
Do you need a VIP facebook group? Yes, you do! This is a great way to connect with customers, hostesses and stay connected with your followers.