From running brick-and-mortar businesses to thriving in direct sales, Vikki and John Downey’s story is about decades of entrepreneurial pivots. In the episode, the seasoned entrepreneurs and national marketing directors at Neora sit down with Dave Fleming to talk about how they moved from traditional business models to one driven by residual income, how the direct sales industry introduced them to personal growth, and what they find most rewarding about working in this space. They'll also talk about Dig the Well, their podcast on entrepreneurship, personal growth, and overcoming business challenges.

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Join Dave Fleming as he sits down with Neora co-founder and president Amber Olson Rourke to unpack the evolving landscape of direct selling, the entrepreneurial mindset, and what it takes to thrive in today’s competitive environment. Drawing from over two decades of experience, including more than 14 years of leadership at Neora, Amber shares personal stories, candid reflections, and strategic perspectives on building a purpose-driven company. 

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Entrepreneurship is about taking risks and making commitments. In this episode, Dave Fleming talks with Platinum National Marketing Director Mary Chieppor and her daughter, Emma Chieppor, founder of Excel Dictionary, about the very different paths they took to entrepreneurship, what they’ve learned, and why learning to take risks is all part of the job. They also share the important role that direct selling has played in helping both of them discover independence and shaped the way they approach their careers. 

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Elaine White left the corporate world when she became a mom, and at that time, she didn’t even know the direct selling industry existed. But now, she has built a successful career and is a National Marketing Director with Neora. In this episode of Built to Win, Elaine talks with Dave Fleming about what led her to direct selling, how it has provided the perfect career as she goes through the various changes in her life, and how the culture of direct selling differs from a corporate environment. They also discuss what to look for in a direct selling company and why Neora checked all the boxes for her. 

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Neora Silver National Marketing Director Jill Chisholm has enjoyed a remarkable journey from struggling entrepreneur to a successful leader in direct sales. In this episode of Built to Win, Jill opens up to Dave Fleming about the setbacks that shaped her — including being turned down by 20 banks before launching her first business — and how those experiences led her to a career helping others succeed. Learn how she overcame doubt, found her purpose in empowering others, and built a thriving team — not by chasing money, but by believing in people.  If you enjoyed this episode, we invite you to share it with someone who needs to hear this message. We also appreciate you leaving a review, so others know what they can gain from listening to the Built to Win podcast. Follow Built to Win and our hosts on social to get exclusive bonus content: https://linkin.bio/builttowinpodcast/ To learn more about Neora, visit neora.com

Aaron Dinh and Cathy Ngo had already found success when they discovered Neora in 2014, and that discovery changed everything for them. Finding the leadership, vision, and international momentum they were searching for, Aaron and Cathy partnered with Neora and reached one of the top leadership positions in just eight months. Today, as Top Global Network Marketing Leaders, Aaron and Cathy have plenty of insight into what differentiates network marketing companies. In this episode, they talk with Neora’s Dave Fleming about what they’ve learned and how each person can build on their existing success. 

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Wendy Hatton was a successful entrepreneur with experience in franchises when she learned about Neora. Although she had never considered a career in direct selling, she found the product appealing — and then she discovered just how lucrative it could be. Today, Wendy is a Gold National Marketing Director who is not only enjoying her success, but bringing others along with her. In this episode, she talks with Neora’s Dave Fleming about the importance of choosing the right company, how to beat mom guilt, and the importance of mindset when it comes to success. 

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Leah MacDonald had enjoyed a successful career in the finance world before becoming a mom, and she had never considered a career in direct selling — until she discovered Neora. Now, as an Area Marketing Director in Australia, she has built a thriving business for herself as well as helping others do the same. In this episode, she talks with Neora’s Dave Fleming about what it has meant to her to be able to create her own business, the joy of helping other people, and what she loves most about the direct selling industry. 

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Sam Wyatt didn’t initially think direct selling was a good fit for her, but when she saw her friend becoming successful with Neora, she decided to give it a try. Now, as a Platinum National Marketing Director for Neora, Sam has built a successful business that allows her to be present as a mom while reaching her professional goals. In this episode, she talks with Neora’s Dave Fleming about how she discovered this unexpected career, how she balances her commitments and priorities, living without mom guilt, and how she thrives on helping others open the door to their success.

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For almost two decades, Andrea Waltz has been teaching people in virtually every business and industry how to think and feel differently about failure, rejection, and the word “no.” “Go for No!,” the book she co-authored with Richard Fenton, has become the go-to guide for sales professionals and has remained among the top 50 Sales books for the last 13 years. In this episode, Andrea talks with Neora’s Dave Fleming about why this philosophy is so well-suited for the direct selling industry and explains how to create habits for success. 

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