In this episode, hosts Lisa Duck and Susan Larimer engage with guest Dena Gregory, who shares her journey in direct sales while managing the challenges of being a military family. Dena discusses how she balances her business with family life, the importance of customer care, and the role of community in her success. She emphasizes the flexibility of direct sales, the significance of personal connections, and strategies for maintaining consistency in business. Dena also reflects on her most rewarding moments and offers insights for others in similar situations.

Takeaways:

• Dena started her direct sales journey unexpectedly after attending an online event.
• Being a military family allows Dena to expand her network frequently.
• Social media is a key tool for Dena's business success.
• Dena emphasizes the importance of personal connections with customers.
• She has moved four times in five years, adapting her business each time.
• Dena balances family responsibilities with her business through intentional planning.
• She prefers genuine communication over automation in her business.
• Community support is crucial for overcoming challenges in direct sales.
• Dena encourages others to evaluate what they can say no to for better focus.
• Her most memorable moment was earning her first incentive trip.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Direct Sales Journey

02:32 Navigating Life as a Military Family

05:35 Tools and Systems for Business Management

07:37 Balancing Family and Business

12:28 Customer Care and Communication Strategies

16:54 Overcoming Challenges in Direct Sales

22:53 The Importance of Community

25:21 Finding Consistency in Business

28:48 Memorable Moments in Direct Sales

31:15 Introduction and Gratitude

31:44 Engagement and Community Building

Find Dena online @ denasathomespa.com

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