The Pam Sowder Podcast

This is episode 78 of the Pam Sowder Podcast, with your host, Pam Sowder! Pam has over 2 decades of field and corporate experience and was voted one of the most influential women in direct selling. She helps match the daily needs of distributors to everyday life challenges.

In today's episode, Pam Sowder is welcoming back one of her favorite guests, Ashley Sinclair! Ashley recently had not one — but two! — aha-moments that she cannot wait to share with you all! These are both major breakthroughs (and she does not say that lightly!) that will really change the game in 2020 not only for herself but for all of you listening too!

Tune in to get some incredible insight on how to get unstuck from the mentality that prevents you from achieving more, how to overcome your fear of asking, and learn how to harness the energy you need to truly bring it in 2020!

Key Takeaways

[:31] About today's episode with return guest, Ashley Sinclair!

[:51] Pam welcomes Ashley back to the podcast!

[1:41] Ashley kicks off the podcast by sharing her first incredible breakthrough moment.

[6:55] Why it's so crucial to not get stuck in the past with your achievements and resist moving forward.

[9:40] What are some of the things Ashley is going to do differently going forward based on her aha-moment? And what was her second aha-moment?

[13:58] Ashley shares something she thinks is super important for every listener to hear.

[16:08] Pam shares some advice on where you should be spending your time this year.

[19:07] Ashley speaks about the new energy these aha-moments have brought to her business and attitude and the new direction she will be taking in 2020.

[24:38] Ashley's advice for getting unstuck from the mentality that prevents you from achieving more.

[30:20] An analogy for all the moms out there on receiving "No's!"

[31:18] How we can overcome the fear of asking.

[34:48] Ashley speaks about taking her team to Black Diamond!

[37:30] Pam thanks Ashley for joining her in this episode.

Mentioned in this Episode

It Works

Ashley Sinclair's Facebook

Ashley Sinclair's Youtube Channel

Secrets of the Millionaire Mind: Mastering the Inner Game of Wealth, by T. Harv Eker

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This is episode 77 of the Pam Sowder Podcast, with your host, Pam Sowder! Pam has over 2 decades of field and corporate experience and was voted one of the most influential women in direct selling. She helps match the daily needs of distributors to everyday life challenges.

This week Pam Sowder is back with Dr. Carla Burns to bring you part 2 of their episode together! In this episode, they're discussing the 'how' behind all that they discussed in part 1 — so if you haven't caught up already, be sure to tune in to last week's episode!

Today, Pam and Carla are really going all-in on the 'how's — how to effectively show up, how to turn everything around for yourself by harnessing the power of your 'how,' how to start your day off on the right foot, how to live in abundance and let go of any and all judgment, how to get over your #momguilt, how to practice gratitude, and many more! This episode is jam-packed with Dr. Carla Burns' wisdom!

Key Takeaways

[:31] About today's episode!

[:46] Pam welcomes Carla back!

[:51] Pam explains "the curse of how" and Carla tells us how we can find and connect with our 'how'!

[3:33] How can we turn things around for ourselves by harnessing the power of our 'how'?

[5:52] What can we do daily to partner with God.

[7:57] How to effectively show up!

[11:00] Carla speaks about getting over the #momguilt.

[12:37] The importance of living in abundance and letting go of judgment.

[14:34] The wonderful thing about network marketing.

[15:42] The importance of showing up and doing the work.

[17:25] Carla gives some advice on what we can say to ourselves to start our day off on the right foot!

[22:15] How and why to practice gratitude.

[23:05] How does the ego play into all of this?

[26:30] Why we need to start asking bigger questions!

[29:14] Carla gives her parting words of wisdom for listeners!

[31:59] How Pam's son got out of a dark place through God.

[33:42] Pam thanks Carla for joining the podcast once again!

Mentioned in this Episode

It Works

DrCarlaBurns.com

Wright brothers

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This is episode 76 of the Pam Sowder Podcast, with your host, Pam Sowder! Pam has over 2 decades of field and corporate experience and was voted one of the most influential women in direct selling. She helps match the daily needs of distributors to everyday life challenges.

This week on the podcast, Pam Sowder is joined by Dr. Carla Burns! Pam has known Carla for just over a decade now and has watched her transform from a shy, introverted woman who was just getting started in the industry of network marketing to an incredible millionaire mom who is now helping other women get started on their own journey!

Dr. Carla Burns is an absolute wealth of knowledge and is so excited to speak up and help the masses wake up in 2020! In this episode, she talks all about the key pieces that will truly lead you to success — understanding your programming, taking control of your mindset, and overcoming self-limiting beliefs.

There were actually so many incredible pieces of wisdom to share in today's episode that it had to be split into two parts! So be sure to stay tuned for the second part next week!

Key Takeaways

[:31] About today's episode with incredible guest, Dr. Carla Burns!

[1:46] Pam welcomes Carla on to the podcast!

[3:02] Carla shares what contributed to her monumental growth in 2019 as well as what her vision is going forward into 2020.

[5:08] What is getting people excited and ready to go 'all out' for 2020?

[7:12] How can we break free from our programming and go beyond our self-limitations?

[10:34] Carla shares her favorite bible verse.

[12:40] How to work strategically and start getting results.

[15:47] The difference between the mind and the brain!

[17:20] Carla explains how our brains become programmed and what that looks like.

[20:56] Why it is important to recognize your programming.

[21:47] What we can do to become more aware of our programming.

[25:58] Carla's tips for stay-at-home moms who want to be successful in network marketing but struggle with their negative, self-limiting mindset.

[30:50] Pam and Carla tease next week's episode!

Mentioned in this Episode

It Works

DrCarlaBurns.com

Bruce Lipton

The Biology of Belief: Unleashing the Power of Consciousness, Matter & Miracles, by Bruce Lipton

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This is episode 75 of the Pam Sowder Podcast, with your host, Pam Sowder! Pam has over 2 decades of field and corporate experience and was voted one of the most influential women in direct selling. She helps match the daily needs of distributors to everyday life challenges.

Today, you're getting a sneak peek into an exclusive Zoom conference with Pam Sowder and Kaye Sowder Dixon! They're kickstarting 2020 by sharing their journeys with growing their money mindsets, giving invaluable tips and advice on how you can expand your own money mindset going into this new year, and sharing some fantastic exercises and assignments to get you started on your journey!

If you are determined to shift your programming and start making your dream amount of $ per month, you DO NOT want to miss this episode!

Key Takeaways

[:31] Kaye Dixon kicks off the podcast by reading a passage from Secrets of the Millionaire Mind, unpacks how to begin changing your programming based around your money mindset, and gives a homework assignment to those on the Zoom call to get them started!

[4:30] Remember: you have the power to choose your own path!

[5:37] What it really means to change your money mindset and why it is so incredibly important.

[9:32] What the growing pains may look like when you're expanding your money mindset.

[12:02] Pam explains what is blocking the growth of our money mindset and how to overcome it.

[16:44] Pam gives an assignment to listeners on how to become more aware of what you're saying and thinking and how that's affecting you (and your money mindset!)

[23:18] Here's how money really works!

[26:38] Are you advertising wrong? Here's how you're stopping more money from coming in!

[28:51] The word for 2020: acceleration!

[29:38] How to go from, "How am I going to do this?!" to, "This is mine! I've got this!"

[36:54] Pam gives her best advice for dealing with friends and family who have a small money mindset.

[44:58] How do you actually get to a place where you believe the words you're speaking? i.e. How do you truly believe that you have a millionaire mind?

[52:15] How to work less and make a lot more!

[1:00:30] Pam shares the moment when she really felt the shift in her mindset.

[1:06:20] Here's how to get your message out into the world and take advantage of the opportunity you were given!

[1:10:43] Why 'accelerate' is the word for 2020!

Mentioned in this Episode

It Works

Kaye Sowder Dixon's Facebook

Kaye Sowder Dixon's Instagram: @TheCoutureMom

Kaye Sowder Dixon's Email: Kaye@KayeDixon.com

Secrets of the Millionaire Mind: Mastering the Inner Game of Wealth, by T. Harv Eker

Think Like a Billionaire, Become a Billionaire: As a Man Thinks, So Is He, by Scot Anderson

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This is episode 74 of the Pam Sowder Podcast, with your host, Pam Sowder! Pam has over 2 decades of field and corporate experience and was voted one of the most influential women in direct selling. She helps match the daily needs of distributors to everyday life challenges.

As we head into the new year of 2020, Pam wants to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and share some of her words of encouragement with you all!

One of the most important lessons Pam has learned is that 'Everything is possible for the person who believes.' Mark 9:23. It's time to ask yourself: what do you believe in? And how are you going to show up for 2020 to start the new year off with a bang?

Join Pam for this final episode of 2019 to spread the holiday cheer and gear up for the new year!

Key Takeaways

[:31] Pam wishes listeners a Merry Christmas!

[:43] Pam reads a beautiful poem for the holiday season.

[1:28] Pam shares her joy for the holidays and her hopes for all of you.

[2:19] Pam reads a great scripture: Mark 9:23.

[2:50] Pam highlights the importance of really paying attention to what you believe about yourself and remembering that 'everything is possible for the person who believes!'

[7:24] What do you believe in for yourself? How do you want to show up this Christmas?

[8:30] Pam wants you to start 2020 with a bang! So write down everything you want to happen and don't be afraid to go big!

[9:42] Give back this holiday season and give from your heart — it doesn't matter the amount.

[12:21] Pam gives her thanks to all of you: her dear listeners!

Mentioned in this Episode

It Works

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This is episode 73 of the Pam Sowder Podcast, with your host, Pam Sowder! Pam has over 2 decades of field and corporate experience and was voted one of the most influential women in direct selling. She helps match the daily needs of distributors to everyday life challenges.

Pam is super excited about today's guest, Eri Vincent! Eri has been doing Pam's makeup for many, many years. You may already know her as she often appears in Pam's LIVEs to glam her up! Eri is a makeup artist (who also styles hair) and has been in the industry for 15 years now. She has an incredible passion to help all women look and feel their best through the power of fantastic makeup, amazing skincare, and incredible hair.

Want to know how to get your face done in record time and look amazing?! Tune in — because, in this episode, Eri is sharing her unbeatable makeup tips for moms in a hurry, the most useful makeup and hair tools to completing a look, and some incredible pieces of wisdom on how to improve your self-image and boost your confidence!

Key Takeaways

[:31] About today's episode!

[:55] Pam welcomes Eri to the podcast!

[1:20] How Pam originally discovered Eri.

[1:44] Eri speaks about her background in the makeup industry and how she got her start.

[2:55] How Eri went from indifferent to makeup when she was younger to have an incredible passion for it!

[3:50] How did Eri get started with her business? What was the process?

[4:43] Eri shares all of the cool experiences she's gotten to be a part of so far!

[5:30] What's the deal with working with celebrities? Do they have hair and skin just like us?!

[6:02] How did Eri gain the confidence that she has?

[6:50] Eri gives some incredible examples of how to do your makeup for a quick daytime look!

[8:18] How important are makeup brushes?

[9:45] What brush should we use for powder?

[10:08] Why is toner so important in a good skincare routine?

[11:09] How often should we exfoliate our skin?

[11:28] How important is it to treat the skin around the eyes vs. the rest of the face differently?

[12:16] What is a primer and why should we use it?

[13:06] Why is it nicer to use a longer-handled makeup brush?

[14:00] Eri walks through the steps of putting on makeup in the correct order.

[15:38] Can contour be simple? How do we do it?

[16:40] When should we put on concealer?

[17:36] Blush: cream vs. powder!

[19:10] What is highlighter? And where should we put it?

[19:38] Eri gives a simple tip for doing lips!

[20:10] Eri's favorite drugstore mascara!

[20:45] How long should your daytime makeup routine take?

[21:21] How did Eri get so good at styling hair?

[21:49] What is Eri's go-to hair tool?

[33:06] What's trending for hair right now?

[22:44] What does mousse do? How does it help the texture of the hair?

[23:59] Can Eri tell immediately when a woman she works with has a low self-image?

[24:34] What can we do every day to boost our self-image?

[25:16] What's a good updo look for hair when we're on the go?

[26:26] What can we do with our hair if it's short?

[26:50] What are some common makeup blunders Eri often sees when she's out and about?

[28:10] What eyeshadow colors you should wear depending on your eye color!

[29:12] How can we look effortless when we're going about our day?

[30:06] Eri offers some final pieces of wisdom.

[30:55] Pam offers some final pieces of wisdom as well!

Mentioned in this Episode

It Works

Eri Vincent's Website

Eri Vincent's Instagram

Ulta — Makeup Brushes and Tools

Sephora — Makeup Brushes and Applicators

CVS — Makeup Brushes and SpongesGlossier — Cloud Paint (Cream Blush)

L'Oreal — Voluminous Mascara

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This is episode 72 of the Pam Sowder Podcast, with your host, Pam Sowder! Pam has over 2 decades of field and corporate experience and was voted one of the most influential women in direct selling. She helps match the daily needs of distributors to everyday life challenges.

Podcast listeners, you are in for a treat this episode! Joining Pam again this week is return guest, Jessica Papineau! Jessica is a personal stylist and shopper who offers on-set styling for photoshoots, weddings, special events, and more! She even customizes complete wardrobes by editing closets, putting together outfits, and creating a full wardrobe lookbook.

Last week on the podcast, they discussed suiting up for success and the impact clothing has on our success. But today, they're going to be really focusing on how to really show up in your business — with an emphasis on fashion and body image!

Tune in to learn about how you can put together an all-star wardrobe and find the confidence to rock what you want to wear!

Key Takeaways

[:31] About today's episode!

[:57] Pam welcomes Jessica back on to the podcast!

[2:07] Jessica speaks about her past and explains how she suited up every single day to fuel her success!

[3:37] How did Jessica get through the negative feedback she received early on when she was starting her business?

[5:10] Does Jessica appreciate that negative feedback now when she looks back because it helped fuel her passion?

[5:42] How can we utilize 2019/2020 fashion so that we look and feel successful?

[6:32] Did Jessica work a lot before she started getting paid?

[7:15] Jessica gives her invaluable tips for putting together a fantastic wardrobe and finding clothes that work for you no matter your funds!

[12:59] Why do we keep clothes we don't wear?

[13:45] What's all the rage this season? Fashion sneakers, belts, and scarves!

[16:29] The importance of a good handbag and avoiding mom-guilt!

[17:06] What jewelry should we use to accessorize?

[17:51] If you have $100 right now, what should you spend it on?

[18:50] The importance of having an essential few, core pieces.

[19:06] What kind of jacket should we be going for?

[20:11] What is the most important piece of clothing when you want to appear successful when you're just getting started in your journey?

[21:04] The importance of having a great body image along with a put-together wardrobe!

[23:24] Jessica speaks about how she helps women develop a better body image.

[28:23] How can we begin to develop a better body image?

[29:08] Jessica closes out the podcast by sharing a powerful story of a woman she really helped out through her business.

[35:01] Pam thanks Jessica for joining the podcast!

Mentioned in this Episode

It Works

Jessica Papineau's Website

Jessica Papineau's Instagram

Dolce Vita Shoes

Toastmasters

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This is episode 71 of the Pam Sowder Podcast, with your host, Pam Sowder! Pam has over 2 decades of field and corporate experience and was voted one of the most influential women in direct selling. She helps match the daily needs of distributors to everyday life challenges.

Today on the podcast, Pam has a fun topic for you all: FASHION! And joining her today is her favorite fashionista friend, Jessica Papineau! Jessica is a personal stylist and shopper who offers on-set styling for photoshoots, weddings, special events, and more! She even customizes complete wardrobes by editing the closet, putting together outfits, and creating a full wardrobe lookbook. She helps women look and feel their best and believes that fashion and beauty is not a destination — but a journey!

So what does fashion have to do with finding success in your business? Everything! In order to get out there and share your message with the world it's important to be dressed for success! When we look good, we feel good, and when we feel good people gravitate towards us and want to know more!

In this episode, Jessica shares how fashion plays a huge part in your success, how you can put together a fantastic wardrobe on any budget, and how we can 'suit up' to show up!

Key Takeaways

[:31] About today's episode!

[:51] Pam welcomes Jessica Papineau to the podcast!

[1:07] Jessica tells the story of her past and how she got started with all of this!

[8:45] Jessica shares the lessons she gained from her past and what it ultimately taught her.

[9:27] Where did Jessica get her clothing when she was younger? And where did she get introduced to better clothing? Did she always have an eye for fashion?

[11:03] Jessica speaks about her special shopping time with her grandmother when she was younger and how that helped inspire her passion for fashion as well as her independence.

[13:57] How did Jessica get her strong sales skills and work ethic?

[15:50] Does Jessica visualize and journal?

[17:02] When Jessica thinks about her past, is she bitter about it at all?

[18:04] Jessica tells the story of how she and Pam met in 2011! She also speaks about her children and being a stay-at-home mom for seven years.

[19:58] Did Jessica feel that a part of her was missing when she was a stay-at-home mom?

[21:12] Did Jessica ever feel lost after her children went to school? If so, how did she overcome that and find her purpose? And did she ever have mom guilt when she was working?

[28:54] Why are some of us so afraid of when it comes to talking to the public? And how does she let all the "No's," not get to her?

[30:26] What does Jessica mean when she says: "Get up and suit up!"?

[33:49] Jessica gives her advice to young moms new to the business and explains why you really need to get up and suit up each and every day to truly work your business to its fullest potential!

[36:45] How can we feel powerful and confident in yoga pants?!

[39:34] What are the most important pieces of makeup and skincare to help us appear fresh and awake and ready to conquer the day?

[42:07] How can we accessorize for success? And what's trending right now?

[43:27] What are 'fashion sneakers?' If we could only get one pair which would Jessica recommend?

[45:58] Why does Jessica think that some people hate sales? And what does she think of sales as?

[47:50] Why suiting up and showing up is critical in making sales.

[48:20] If you don't have a story to tell others yet, can you borrow others'?

[50:00] Jessica's advice to those who haven't made any money yet but are incredibly passionate.

[57:00] Why do some people fail to recommend products that they love and are using? How does Jessica recommend we "upsell?"

[1:00:15] Jessica gives some final pieces of wisdom about goal setting.

[1:01:13] Pam and Jessica's challenge for you: do something right now (after listening to this episode!) that makes you feel uncomfortable!

[1:01:41] What Pam and Jessica will be speaking about in a future episode!

Mentioned in this Episode

It Works

Jessica Papineau's Website

Jessica Papineau's Instagram

Strut This

Lululemon

SPANX Leggings on Amazon

Alo Legging Bottoms

T.J.Maxx

MarshallsTarget

Golden Goose

Rachel Hollis

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This is episode 70 of the Pam Sowder Podcast, with your host, Pam Sowder! Pam has over 2 decades of field and corporate experience and was voted one of the most influential women in direct selling. She helps match the daily needs of distributors to everyday life challenges.

Why are you not promoting? Where is your money mindset at? Are you waiting for your bonus to pay for Christmas? Are you really being honest with yourself? Are you setting intentions?

Are you subconsciously holding yourself and your team back from winning?

In this episode, Pam answers all of these questions and more! Tune in to learn about why you need to work on your money mindset, why you need to become more transparent with yourself, and why you need to set your intentions! These three pillars are incredibly crucial to truly achieve success — not just for yourself — but for your team too!

Key Takeaways

[:29] About today's money mindset episode.

[6:00] Are you subconsciously holding yourself and your team back from winning?

[9:33] Here's what some incredible ladies have been achieving without a bonus! Here's why you should be going after a raise rather than a bonus!

[20:00] Ashley Mayfield hops into the call and gives her thoughts on shaping your money mindset!

[26:42] This is why we really need to profoundly work on our money mindset!

[29:58] Pam's pro tip: write down everything you think throughout the day and be honest with yourself!

[32:26] The importance of being aware and transparent with yourself.

[33:36] How do we get this money increase to begin with? Where should we be channeling our energy when we're new to this business?

[36:02] The importance of setting your intention for everything!

[40:55] Pam summarizes how you're going to propel yourself and your team forward!

[47:20] Thank you for joining Pam in this episode!

Mentioned in this Episode

It Works

Ashleigh Mayfield

PSP Ep. 63: "Ashleigh Mayfield's Powerful Insights on Growing Your Business to New Heights"

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This is episode 69 of the Pam Sowder Podcast, with your host, Pam Sowder! Pam has over 2 decades of field and corporate experience and was voted one of the most influential women in direct selling. She helps match the daily needs of distributors to everyday life challenges.

Today's episode is an exciting one! Amanda Buescher is joining the podcast! Amanda is an Ambassador Diamond and a top money earner with It Works! Global. She's been with the company for 5 ½ years and is a wife and a momma of two little boys. Her husband, Derek, is also with the company and is currently a Presidential Diamond. When Amanda first got started, she was a dental hygienist working full-time. She quickly caught the vision after attending her first local event and within five months she retired her corporate career and became a full-time, present mom. Amanda has paid off $120k of student loans, $50k of credit card and medical debt, and is currently running hard towards Double Diamond! Her mission is to continue to use God's gifts; the ones that he's given her to bless so many lives daily, serve others, and give back more than ever. And you know what? She says she's just getting started!

In this episode, Amanda shares her invaluable nuggets of wisdom about this business of network marketing! She speaks to the moms who are listening right now and are not sure how to truly get started, gives advice to her past self from 5 ½ years ago when she just got started, and speaks about her important daily rituals that keep her motivated and thriving!

Key Takeaways

[:31] About today's episode!

[2:00] Pam welcomes Amanda to the podcast!

[2:25] What led Amanda to take a leap of faith into this industry five years ago?

[4:12] What happened at the first local meeting Amanda attended that led her to truly 'catching the vision?'

[8:00] Amanda speaks to the mom who is listening right now who isn't really sure how to get started!

[10:50] What advice would Amanda give to her past self from 5 ½ years ago when she just got started?

[12:28] Has Amanda ever had a mindset that could've led her in the wrong direction?

[15:52] What are some of the things Amanda did early on in her business that helped level it up?

[18:15] Amanda highlights the important differences between management vs. leadership.

[20:28] What keeps Amanda going when she's already accomplished so much?

[24:20] Amanda provides more details on how she (and her team) implements 'the miracle morning!'

[27:34] What's next in Amanda's day after her 'miracle morning?'

[32:29] When Amanda thinks about the opportunity of It Works and where she's at within the company, does she believe that somebody just starting out today could be up there with her?

Mentioned in this Episode

It Works

Amanda Buescher's Facebook

Amanda Buescher's Twitter The Miracle Morning

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