have these questions crossed your mind?
How do I reach new customers?
What can I do to increase my paycheck?
What systems can help me work smarter – not harder?
How am I going to get to the next level?
feel like your business is not growing fast enough?
Sounds like you’ve established your business and are ready to take it to the next level. Leveling up is hard, so let’s help accelerate your growth.
Getting outside your friend circle, marketing your business and creating systems to help you grow can feel daunting — especially without a degree in marketing, amiright?
Let’s dive in to what you can do to take your direct sales business to a whole new level – with ease! Make today the day that you learn something new!
Episode 267: 11 Things to do Before January
In this episode of the Modern Direct Seller Podcast, we’re diving into 11 practical things to do before 2026. With the holidays approaching and business naturally slowing down, this is the perfect window to reset and prepare for the new year. You’ll walk away with friendly reminders and actionable ideas to close out 2025 with intention and start 2026 with momentum.
Episode 266: How to Speak with Confidence—On Stage, On Camera, Everywhere with Heather Sager
In this episode of the Modern Direct Seller Podcast, we chat with speaking coach Heather Sager about building confidence and connecting authentically in a speaking engagement; whether that’s on a big stage, behind the camera, or in everyday business moments. Heather shares how a deeply personal experience shaped her speaking journey and why she believes a “stage” is anywhere you share your message. You’ll walk away with practical strategies for finding your authentic voice, avoiding common mistakes that make you sound robotic, and making sales feel natural instead of pushy.
Episode 265: Identify What Stage of Business You’re In (and, where you want to be!)
In this episode of the Modern Direct Seller Podcast, we’re talking all about identifying what stage your business is in as you look ahead to 2026. We’re breaking down the “SEA Model” framework, Scrappy, Expanding, and Automate, to help you assess where you’re currently spending your time and energy, and where you want to shift in the new year. You’ll learn practical strategies for each stage, from daily consistency habits to lead generation tactics to automation systems. Whether you’re treading water in hustle mode or ready to let your systems do the heavy lifting, this episode will help you map out your current business breakdown and set intentional goals for growth.
Episode 264: Copy That Sounds Like You, But Converts Better with Samantha Burmeister
In this episode of the Modern Direct Seller Podcast, we chat with Sam Burmeister, founder of Nomad Copy Agency, about writing copy that sounds authentic while driving conversions. Sam shares her background in sales leadership, her journey from corporate to copywriting during the pandemic, and why sales psychology is the foundation of effective copy. You’ll learn practical strategies for infusing personality into your emails and sales pages, how to use AI as a tool (not a crutch), and more.
Episode 263: Why We Are Offering the Academy for $1
In this episode of the Modern Direct Seller Podcast, we’re talking all about the strategy behind the current pre-Black Friday promotion offering the Modern Direct Seller Academy for just $1. This episode pulls back the curtain on why now, why this price, and how the campaign came together. You’ll hear about the marketing approach—from text opt-ins to content batching with help from a couple of 12-year-olds—and learn how the customized onboarding is designed to help new members get the most value. Plus, discover the new SEA model (Scrappy, Expanding, and Automating) that helps direct sellers identify their business stage and choose the right tools to move forward.
Episode 262: Looking Back at 10 Years of Business Growth with Becky & Jeremy Launder
In this special episode of the Modern Direct Seller Podcast, Becky and Jeremy Launder take listeners behind the scenes to share how it all began—from side hustles and funny failed ideas (hello, “PeePee Pants!”) to building a thriving business that now serves tens of thousands of direct sellers. They walk through every chapter of their journey: early experiments, big leaps, and the lessons that shaped Modern Direct Seller today. You’ll hear how they scaled from a kitchen-table dream to multiple six-figure businesses, launched Oh My Hi, and learned to pivot with purpose. Whether you’re just starting out or scaling up, this episode is a reminder that messy action beats perfect plans every time.
Episode 261: 3 Simple Shifts to Create Momentum in Your Direct Sales Business
In this episode of the Modern Direct Seller Podcast, we’re unwrapping a complete Holiday Promo Playbook designed to make your busiest season run smoother. Learn how to leverage text marketing to connect with customers instantly and batch plan social content so you can show up consistently without burning out. From quick-win campaign ideas to festive engagement posts and easy repurposing tips, this episode gives you a clear plan to simplify your marketing and keep sales rolling all season long.
Episode 260: Holiday Promo Playbook for Direct Sellers
In this episode of the Modern Direct Seller Podcast, we’re unwrapping a complete Holiday Promo Playbook designed to make your busiest season run smoother. Learn how to leverage text marketing to connect with customers instantly and batch plan social content so you can show up consistently without burning out. From quick-win campaign ideas to festive engagement posts and easy repurposing tips, this episode gives you a clear plan to simplify your marketing and keep sales rolling all season long.
Episode 259: Content, Capture, Convert: How to Turn Followers into Loyal Customers
In this episode of the Modern Direct Seller Podcast, we’re diving into the three-part framework that helps direct sellers turn casual followers into loyal customers. You’ll learn how to build a content system that attracts attention, capture leads beyond social media algorithms, and convert those leads into repeat buyers. We’re covering what kind of content actually moves the needle, how to set up simple lead-capture tools, and how to create offers that inspire quick action and lasting loyalty in your business.
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