This week on the Modern Direct Seller Podcast, we’re joined by Kristine Widtfeldt, the CEO of Chalk Couture! Listen in for some honest conversation about her direct sales journey, its triumphs, and its challenges, as well as plenty of tips for making your work a success, advice both for those in direct sales and those looking to join, and an overview of all of the opportunities that the industry has to offer. You won’t want to miss her insight!

Full show notes here: https://moderndirectseller.com/episode103/

Time-based notes:

1:37 Kristine Widtfeldt introduction

6:08 Chalk Couture products

11:03 The overnight sensation that isn’t

18:08 The evolving independent contractor

19:59 Creating a frictionless shopping experience

23:07 Real-time access to payments

25:59 Advice for future direct sellers

29:03 Advice for current direct sellers

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Explore Chalk Couture: ChalkCouture.com.

Full show notes here: https://moderndirectseller.com/episode102

Today, we’re bringing you a peek into an episode of RoxTalks: The Podcast for Network Marketers, where we chatted with Roxanne and Taryn about the current state of direct sales, trends we’re seeing, and how to make the most of not only your business, but your personal brand. We dove deep into the reality of direct selling, the way it ebbs and flows, and of course, its many opportunities. Listen in for tips about how to get and stay established through all those industry changes!

Time-based notes:

2:22 Setting goals in 2022

3:51 Using social media

5:32 New companies in 2022

10:53 Business hopping in direct sales

13:03 Recent changes in direct selling

15:57 Building a personal brand

17:05 Affiliates, team builders, and VIP programs

19:32 Advice for current and future sellers

21:12 Building your contact list

25:04 Personalizing your sellers’ experience

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Full show notes here: https://moderndirectseller.com/episode101

Time-based show notes:

00:51 Meet Gaya , CEO of Kalaia Products

01:02 Gaya's Background

04:07 The Vision for Kalaia Products

07:00 Giveback Program

10:04 Pivoting

18:21 Where Direct Selling is Going

24:03 Balancing the Importance of Tools and Relationship Marketing

25:01 Where to Learn More about Kalaia Products

Connect with Kalaia Products:  

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kalaiaproducts/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/kalaiaproducts

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Full show notes here: https://moderndirectseller.com/episode100/.

We’ve reached Episode 100 of the Modern Direct Seller podcast! To celebrate, join Jeremy and Becky as they pull back the curtain and share how this podcast got started, what’s made it successful, their favorite moments—and a sneak peek at what’s coming next. Plus, they’re answering questions from listeners like you! You won’t want to miss this behind-the-scenes peek.

Time-based notes:

1:30 Podcast launch background

3:34 Podcast roadblocks

4:59 Podcasting behind the scenes

7:14 Favorite podcast episodes

9:51 Content creation process

13:25 Finding party hosts

16:38 Keeping contact during the holidays

18:44 The podcast community

20:17 Bucket list podcast guests

22:43 What’s coming next

24:45 Thank you

Don’t forget to check out the Modern Direct Seller Shop!

Full show notes here: https://moderndirectseller.com/episode99

Time-based show notes:

02:13 Introduction of Topic: How to Create a More Consistent Income

02:47 Strategy #1: Have a Monthly Event for Your Regulars

04:20 Strategy #2: Try a Subscription Type Program

05:35 Strategy #3: Create a Shopping Club

08:19 Strategy #4: Grow Your Team

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Are you wondering what goes into successful direct sales on a daily basis? In this episode of the podcast, we’re diving deep into the scheduling, systems, and strategies of some of our Modern Direct Seller Academy VIPs: Lisa Duck, Debbie Kimble, Allison Bailey, and Marie Olson. Listen in as they discuss what makes their businesses tick, and grab a few of their favorite tips to get your own sales even further off the ground!

Full show notes: https://moderndirectseller.com/episode98/

Time-based notes:

1:38 Lisa Duck introduction

2:09 Debbie Kimble introduction

2:34 Allison Bailey introduction

3:27 Marie Olson introduction

5:41 Allison Bailey day-to-day business

8:26 Lisa Duck day-to-day business

10:33 Debbie Kimble day-to-day business

12:15 Marie Olson day-to-day business

16:29 What’s working for Debbie Kimble

18:10 What’s working for Marie Olson

19:30 What’s working for Lisa Duck

20:32 What’s working for Allison Bailey

22:55 How the Academy has helped

30:50 Where to find Marie, Allison, Lisa, and Debbie

This episode is sponsored by the Modern Direct Seller Academy.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Schedule your social media through Vizzlie, Socially Inclined, or Cinchshare.

Connect with your clients through:

Project Broadcast: https://www.projectbroadcast.com/m/

OneStream: https://onestream.live?deal=abcleangreen #afflink

Oh My, Hi: https://ohmyhi.com/

Find our guests online:

Connect with Marie Olson on her website, Facebook and Instagram.

Connect with Allison Bailey on her website, Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest.

Connect with Lisa Duck on her website, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, and YouTube.

Connect with Debbie Kimble on her Oh My, Hi website and Facebook.

In this episode of the Modern Direct Seller Podcast, we're talking all about Q4 strategies. Fall is the busiest time of year for a direct seller, and it's coming fast! It's time to get things in motion and start building that momentum now, so that you can sit back and enjoy the holidays later. Listen in and learn 10 of our best tips and strategies to truly capitalize on the fall selling season!

Time-based notes:

0:45 Q4 overview

2:27 Schedule your time

4:29 Look at last fall

5:21 Pick and choose your training

6:29 Map our social media

8:00 Organize your contacts

9:54 Update your personal brand

11:08 Consider all-around systems

14:06 Lead with generosity

16:11 Set your goals

17:07 Focus on your “why”

18:24 Q4 recap

This episode is sponsored by the Modern Direct Seller Challenge.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Check out your options for Q4 training at moderndirectseller.com/Q4.

For more, try the training workshop at ultimateholidayworkshop.com.

Join us for training with the CinchShare Group, Tuesday at 6:00 PM PT: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1706981072854335.

CinchShare — Free 30 Day Trial: moderndirectseller.com/cinchshare.

Convertkit—Get Started for Free: moderndirectseller.com/convertkit.

Project Broadcast—Get Started for Free: moderndirectseller.com/projectbroadcast.

Oh My Hi: ohmyhi.com.

In this episode of the Modern Direct Seller Podcast, Becky shares her five all-time favorite strategies for Q4 and the fall selling season. Whether you’re considering in-person events for your calendar, an update for your online parties, or the best way to promote holiday products and special discounts, these active selling methods are sure to impress not only your loyal customers, but also plenty of new clientele. Try these tips to make the end of your year as successful as it started!

Full show notes here: https://moderndirectseller.com/episode96

Time-based notes:

1:17 Modern Direct Seller Challenge reminder

2:06 Active selling vs. passive selling

4:19 Pop-up parties

6:39 Online parties

8:24 Drop and shop

10:58 Seasonal promotions

12:56 One-to-one referral programs

16:02 Recap

This episode is sponsored by the Modern Direct Seller Challenge.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Listen to Becky’s full conversation with Julie Godshall here: https://moderndirectseller.com/episode81/.

Full show notes - https://moderndirectseller.com/episode95

Time-based show notes:

0:54 Introduction of Guests Speaker: Julie Seals

01:25 Julie Seals & Opulenza Design Background

03:43 Why Direct Sales?

07:05 Trying new things and Growing up along the way (continuous learning)

08:52 How quickly can you pivot in this industry in today's time?

10:00 What actions did you make to adapt to the changes brought by the pandemic?

15:00 Conducting business in hybrid mode. 

19:00 Hostess Rewards Plan

24:00 The Culture within Opulenza

29:07 Best Tips on Making the Most of the Upcoming Season.

34:26 Where to learn more about Opulenza Design

Follow us on social for art inspiration, special promotions, and event details:

Website: www.opulenzadesigns.com

Facebook:  www.facebook.com/opulenzadesigns

Instagram:  www.instagram.com/opulenzadesigns/

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Full show notes here: https://moderndirectseller.com/episode94

Time-based show notes:

01:13 Introducing: Oh My, Hi!

03:50 How Oh My, Hi Works

06:18 Special Promo

07:58 Introduction of Today's Training Topic: 10 Reasons Why You NEED a Website 

10:19 #1: You can be Found

11:24 #2: You can Share Updates with Your Customers in Real-Time

11:56 #3: You can Blog

13:16 #4: It Elevates Your Personal Brand

14:08 #5: You can Tell Your Story

14:43 #6: You can Grow Your Contact List

15:47 #7: Your Website will Fuel Social Media Growth

16:31 #8: You can Share Customer Testimonials

17:10 #9: You can Customize Landing Pages

17:41 10#: You can Sharpen Your Skills

OhMyHi:

Website: https://ohmyhi.com/

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