Full show notes here: https://moderndirectseller.com/episode133/.

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 some time off to enjoy long days and summer sunshine, but you also need to make sure you’re staying consistent in your business and setting yourself up for a successful fall selling season. Luckily, with the right schedule and a few simple tips, you’ll be prepped to slow down and enjoy some time away!

Time-based notes:

2:27 Make Your Summer Sizzle

3:48 Schedule business around life

5:59 Map out your social media

6:46 Prep products and prizes

7:35 Swap for Group takeovers

8:01 Pack business-building tools

8:20 Share your adventures

9:02 Consider a theme

10:06 Set up systems

Launch your own user-friendly, personally branded website at OhMyHi.com.

Full show notes here: https://moderndirectseller.com/episode132/.

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 mean we know how to apply those tools to our direct sales businesses—or even whether we should. This week on the Modern Direct Seller Podcast, we were joined by Kerry Bennink, who dove deep into the A.I. rabbit hole and is here to share her perspective on this evolving technology, from tips and tricks to potential pitfalls. If you’re looking to dip your toe into the A.I. world, or just want to know how it might affect sellers and customers, this is for you!

Time-based notes:

2:15 Is A.I. a fad?

5:41 What are A.I. tools?

8:23 A.I. in direct sales

17:11 Are there risks to A.I.?

20:11 How to get started with A.I.

26:04 Kerry’s favorite office supply

Find Kerry, ask your A.I. questions, and connect on Instagram or Facebook.

Download prompts to generate content through A.I. tools at ModernDirectSeller.com/AI.

Launch your own user-friendly, personally branded website at OhMyHi.com.

Full show notes here: https://moderndirectseller.com/episode131/.

This week on the Modern Direct Seller Podcast, Becky and Jeremy are giving listeners a peek behind the scenes of their business by answering questions from you! Listen in to hear not only their home office updates, but also how their lives adjust to their growing business, the ways they see direct sales continuing to evolve to meet people’s needs, and of course, what they’re bringing their customers in 2023.

Time-based notes:

1:47 Home office update

4:40 Update on Emiliano’s

6:03 Becky’s increased travel

8:23 Pivots and evolutions in direct sales

13:16 Start successfully in direct sales

16:38 Updates to Oh My, Hi

21:15 Content creation workshop

23:10 Jeremy’s favorite office supply

24:18 Jeremy’s favorite beer

Follow us across social media and ask your own questions @ModernDirectSeller! And don’t forget to sign up for our content creation workshop on May 15 at ModernDirectSeller.com/Workshop.

Launch your own user-friendly, personally branded website at OhMyHi.com.

Full show notes here: https://moderndirectseller.com/episode130/.

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 to give us a broad look at social media in 2023. There are plenty of features to love on CinchShare, but how can they be used effectively to grow your online presence? Why would you want to add a third-party app to your toolkit? And how can tools like this help direct sellers serve their social media audiences and keep people interacting with their posts? Jennifer answered these questions and more, sharing plenty of tips to help you stay consistent, save time, and see continued success in your content creation.

Time-based notes:

1:09 Jennifer Johnson introduction

2:53 CinchShare introduction

6:42 Underutilized features in CinchShare

8:36 Social media in 2023

14:02 What type of content to post

15:51 Visibility and third-party apps

17:57 Jen’s favorite office supply

Learn more about Jennifer and CinchShare at CinchShare.com, or connect on Facebook, Instagram, or across other social media platforms @CinchShare.

Launch your own user-friendly, personally branded website at OhMyHi.com.

Full show notes here: https://moderndirectseller.com/episode129/.

Today on the Modern Direct Seller Podcast, we were joined by Julie Ball of Subscription Box Basics, and she made it clear that when it comes to direct sales, subscriptions are here to stay. She came armed with suggestions from the basics of boxes to getting consumers to say “yes” to subscribing, from designing and packaging the finished product to bringing additional value to subscribers, and so whether you’re formulating this idea for the first time, selling a subscription through your company, or simply seeking something new to upgrade what you’re offering, Julie is here to help you think outside the box!

Time-based notes:

1:15 Julie Ball introduction

3:29 Why people like subscription boxes

6:05 Resources for design and shipping

9:57 Sales and marketing for subscribers

14:09 How to go “beyond the box”

18:10 Julie’s favorite office supply

Connect with Julie on Facebook and Instagram, or learn more about what she offers her clients at SubscriptionBoxBasics.com/Launch. And don’t forget to check out her podcast, “Subscription Box Basics”!

Launch your own user-friendly, personally branded website at OhMyHi.com.

Full show notes here: https://moderndirectseller.com/episode128/.

If you’re in direct sales, if you’re seeing success, and especially if you’re working to turn your business into your full-time career, you may find that you’re growing into a leadership position that requires more time and energy than you have to give. Luckily, there are VAs and OBMs like Whitney Hoefer, who will partner with you and offer support so that you can step away from day-to-day business management and into the roles you love! Whitney joined us on the Modern Direct Seller Podcast not only to discuss the details of her work, but also to share some of her favorite systems to help sellers grow in scale and spend their time intentionally, and you won’t want to miss her tips for showing up in sales as your best self.

Time-based notes:

1:37 Whitney Hoefer introduction

5:16 OBM vs. VA

9:11 Whitney’s social media system

10:54 Whitney’s lead gen system

12:53 Whitney’s team support system

13:57 Whitney’s customer support system

14:46 Whitney’s email marketing system

17:00 How to start building systems

18:08 OBMs and behind the scenes support

Connect with Whitney on Instagram, or learn more about what she offers her clients at WhitneyHoefer.com. And don’t forget to grab her free content bank and calendar template!

Launch your own user-friendly, personally branded website at OhMyHi.com.

Full show notes here: https://moderndirectseller.com/episode127/.

Today’s episode of the podcast is all about the Modern Direct Seller Academy, but you’re not just going to hear about its benefits from us. Instead, we’re joined by members Michelle Albright, Amber Fox, and Jen Oneglia, who shared their Academy experiences in their own words! We discussed the ways they’ve grown and found community in the Academy, as well as how that knowledge has helped them pivot their businesses to see more success in this season of selling. If you’re curious about the Academy and all that it has to offer, or you simply want to connect with the like-minded direct sellers who make up the community, this episode is for you!

Time-based notes:

1:41 Michelle Albright introduction

2:32 Jen Oneglia introduction

4:03 Amber Fox introduction

5:01 Learning and growth in the Academy

11:01 The importance of community

17:08 Business pivots in 2023

24:11 Our favorite office supplies

Connect with Michelle on Instagram, or follow her on her blog at EasyAwesomeLife.com.

Join Amber on her Facebook Group, or find her at www.H11901.PaperPie.com.

Follow Jen on Instagram, or shop with her at www.ShopWithJLo.net. And don’t forget to check out her favorite app: TickTick. 

Get access to direct sales training, invites to exclusive virtual events, real time support and coaching, and more by joining the Academy at ModernDirectSellerAcademy.com!

Full show notes here: https://moderndirectseller.com/episode126/.

Are you feeling stuck in your direct selling journey? Are you seeking a direct sales coach, or advice from industry experts about how to move your business forward? Are you looking for a community that will hold you accountable to your goals and answer your questions? Then the Modern Direct Seller Academy is the perfect place for you! On this week’s episode of the podcast, we’re giving you a peek behind the curtain at the training and tools that our Academy members can access to help any aspect of their businesses thrive. Spring enrollment is now open, so listen in to discover whether you should snag a spot!

Time-based notes:

2:31 The consistency tracker

3:59 The community group

5:11 The Masterclasses

6:37 The done-for-your training

7:33 The monthly social bundle

8:54 The courses and toolkits

10:37 Spring enrollment bonuses

12:51 The VIP level

13:36 Academy member testimonials

Get access to direct sales training, invites to exclusive virtual events, real time support and coaching, and more by joining the Academy at

Full show notes here: https://moderndirectseller.com/episode125/.

Today on the Modern Direct Seller Podcast, we’re going to talk about how you can still see success in direct sales if you’ve decided to shift away from parties and the in-person selling scene. Even beyond vendor events and pop-up events, there are ways to build your business and get in front of new customers simply by being intentional about having conversations that grow your social network every single day. If you’re ready to be more proactive, this episode is for you!

Time-based notes:

3:04 Benefit from in-person parties

4:22 Be in-person without parties

5:08 Be proactive outside of in-person events

6:28 Build relationships with 3 + 3 + 3

7:17 Reach out to current customers

7:46 Reach out to future customers

8:39 Reach out to teammates and collaborators

9:42 Have 3,000 conversations each year

10:33 The Modern Direct Seller Challenge

Get the 3 + 3 + 3 = 3000 worksheet over at ModernDirectSeller.com and get started building your social network today.

Get more leads, customers, and teammates—in just five days—by joining us for the Modern Direct Seller Challenge!

Full show notes here: https://moderndirectseller.com/episode124/.

Sometimes when we’re in the field, working to sell products and make connections, we get so focused on our own back office results that we forget to step back and see the direct sales industry as a whole. To help us see the big picture, today we’re joined by Peter Maddox, the president of the Direct Sellers Association of Canada! He chatted not only about the work that DSA Canada does and the way that they advocate on behalf of their member companies, but also about the impact of direct sales on the economy and the global interconnectedness of sellers. Whether you’re flourishing in the field or have grown to become an industry leader, listen in to learn the far-reaching effect of the work you’re doing!

Time-based notes:

1:30 Peter Maddox introduction

3:27 The direct sales big picture

6:57 Behind the scenes of DSA Canada

11:44 The socio-economic impact of direct sales

16:13 The DSA Code of Ethics

21:25 DSA Canada’s Direct Sellers Day

23:21 Rising trends in 2023

Learn more about DSA Canada and their mission on their website, or find them across social media @DSACanada: LinkedIn, Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, and Twitter.

Get more leads, customers, and teammates—in just five days—by joining us for the Modern Direct Seller Challenge!