are these questions keeping you up at night?
How do I confidently lead my team?
What motivates my team to do their best?
What systems can I leverage to scale my team?
How do I create a long-term, sustainable business?
feeling like you’re constantly trying to do it all?
Now, you’re responsible for your entire team’s success — not just your own.
You’re juggling your personal business and supporting your team. You get caught up in the day-to-day, but know that you need a big picture perspective to inspire, motivate and grow your team over the long haul.
Equipping yourself and your team with the training, tools and systems needed to grow becomes more important than ever. Let’s lean in and do the hard leadership work!
tools of the trade
Not a leader? Check out this training for established direct sellers or newbies.
Episode 94: Why NOW is the best time to launch your own Website (+blog!)
In this episode of the Modern Direct Seller Podcast, you’ll hear from Jeremy Launder, Co-Founder and COO of Modern Direct Seller, and the brains behind the simple personalized website designed specifically for direct sellers called Oh My, Hi! He walks through the features you can expect on the platform, and reveals a new feature that he’s been working on behind the scenes: Adding a blog feature to Oh My, Hi! Becky also chimes in to deliver a training on why a website is a must-have in your direct sales business. Tune in to hear how you can add a website to your marketing strategy in a matter of hours with Oh My, Hi!
Set Up a Custom Email Address with Google Workspace
After you get your own web address (domain name), you can create an email address that matches your domain (i.e. [email protected]). This looks super professional because it allows you to send and receive emails with an email address that matches your domain name instead of using a standard Gmail or Yahoo type email (i.e. [email protected]). Just like our email address [email protected] goes with this domain name.
Episode 93: 20 Years in Direct Sales with Lemongrass Spa Founder Heidi Leist
In this episode of the Modern Direct Seller Podcast, you’ll meet Heidi Leist, Founder of Lemongrass Spa. You’ll learn how Heidi went from creating products in her home, to celebrating 20 years as a full-fledged direct sales company. She shares her journey and how Lemongrass Spa has evolved to offer natural, affordable products that are great for you. Listen in to learn how Lemongrass Spa works to provide an exciting and flexible business opportunity for all — and, why now has never been a better time to jump into direct sales.
Episode 92: From Cotton Farming to Shark Tank, Meet Cotton Chicks Founder Teri Pierce
In this episode of the Modern Direct Seller Podcast, you’ll meet Teri Pierce, Founder and CEO of Cotton Chicks. You’ll learn how Teri went from a single mom with a passion for fashion, to a driven entrepreneur entering the direct sales space. She shares some behind-the-scenes on her experience with Shark Tank and what it’s like being in the early days of a new direct sales company. Listen in to learn how Cotton Chicks plans to grow through their vision of cultivating community!
Episode 91: The Fortune is in the… Fab Follow Up
In this episode of the Modern Direct Seller Podcast, we’re talking all about follow up. We’ve all heard the saying, right? ‘The fortune is in the follow up’. It’s true! Whether it’s leads, customers or those interested in a business opportunity, if you’re not following up with these people then you’re leaving money on the table. Listen in and learn our best tips, strategies and systems that will help to make follow up a little bit easier in your business!
Episode 90: 3 Decades of Direct Sales with Monica Wihongi, President of Close to My Heart
In this episode of the Modern Direct Seller Podcast, you’ll meet Monica Wihongi, President of Close To My Heart. You’ll learn how Monica went from answering phones in the office, bringing babies to work and is now leading the company. She shares her journey and how Close to My Heart has evolved over its 35 years in business including navigating international expansion and changes throughout the industry and economy. Listen in to learn how Close to My Heart empowers and inspires women globally!
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 are not going to get you the results that you want. So what’s the answer? Authenticity, genuine connections, and speaking from the heart. Listen in and learn our best tips on how to start conversations that don’t begin with “Hey Girl.”
Episode 88: Qyral Brings Personalization to Social Selling with Hanieh Sigari and Mark Carr
In this episode of the Modern Direct Seller Podcast, you’ll meet Hanieh Sigari, entrepreneur, biochemist, mom, and CEO of the holistic California-based skincare brand, Qyral. Joining in on the discussion is Qyral’s VP of Sales, Mark Carr. With over a decade of senior-level experience in network marketing, and over 20 years of experience, Mark shares valuable insights into Qyral and the industry as a whole. You’ll learn how Hanieh has been able to combine her business acumen, bioscience knowledge, and passion for empowering women to be beautiful and financially free with Qyral. Listen in to learn from Hanieh and Mark, and their mission to improve lives and increase longevity through personalization!
Episode 87: How to Shine in Direct Sales with Kelly Trenholm of Style Life
In this episode of the Modern Direct Seller Podcast, you’ll meet Kelly Trenholm, Director of Field Development at Style Life. You’ll learn how Style Life allowed Kelly to combine both her passion for teaching and for direct sales. Since joining the Style Life team, Kelly’s positive personality and compassionate nature has helped to inspire, educate, and motivate thousands. Listen in to learn from Kelly, and how authenticity is the key to shine in this industry!
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