The Direct Selling Accelerator Podcast

Are you prepared to protect yourself online? In today’s episode, I’m thrilled to dive into a critical topic—cybersecurity—with an extraordinary guest. Joining me is Kimberley Roberts-Salee, a cybersecurity expert from Cyber Wardens. She’s skilled at identifying and mitigating cyber threats for individuals and businesses and is passionate about empowering people with t...

Have you ever wondered how to tell the difference between a legitimate business opportunity and something that might not be what it seems? If so, you're not alone. These questions are at the heart of today’s conversation, and I couldn’t think of a better person to help us navigate this complex yet critical topic - Geoff Mulham, the CEO of the Direct Selling Association of Australia. Wi...

Have you ever wondered how scammers succeed? What tempts people to fall into their traps, and how can we protect ourselves? Today, I’m excited to dive into this topic with my incredible friend, mentor, and business coach, Mike Johnston. This is part one of a very special three-part series on scams—a topic that’s deeply personal for me, because I was scammed. This series was recor...

What’s the secret to forming habits that stick and setting yourself up for success in the new year? I’m thrilled to kick off 2025 with an episode designed to inspire and equip you with strategies to make this your most successful year yet. As a businesswoman juggling family, relationships, and wellness, I know firsthand how challenging it can be to balance it all.  Let me introduc...

What does it take to grow a successful Network Marketing business? How do you become a leader, and stay motivated every single day? These are the questions that we’re diving into today with our incredible guest, Richard Bliss Brooke. Richard is no stranger to the world of Network Marketing. He has been a full-time leader, company owner, and high-performance coach since 1977. By the age of 28...

How can stories transform your business? Today, I’m thrilled to introduce you to four extraordinary guests, each of whom has harnessed the power of storytelling to revolutionise their businesses and inspire others. Igor Van Gerwen, the mastermind behind Anver’s Confectionery and the creator of the world’s rarest chocolate. Igor shares how embracing his personal story, despite ini...

Are you struggling with the fear of rejection? If so, you’re not alone. For most people, rejection is a major obstacle, especially when it comes to selling. Whether you're starting out or have been in the game for years, overcoming this fear is crucial for success. But here's the good news: confidence in sales is a skill you can build, and with the right strategies, even the fear of rejectio...

How can we attract and inspire younger generations to thrive in Direct Selling? That’s a question many of us are grappling with as we think about the future of the Direct Selling industry. Today, I’m thrilled to introduce someone who is not only asking that question but has dedicated her career to finding the answers: the incredible Heather Chastain. Heather is the founder of Bridgehead Collective...

  How can you sell without selling on Social Media? Many Direct Sellers feel overwhelmed by the constant need to promote their products or services. But what if you could achieve better results with less effort and less "salesy" tactics? Today, let’s dive into five strategies that will revolutionise how you approach Social Media marketing. The first thing to understand is that Social Media is cons...

There’s something captivating about hearing directly from the visionaries who build successful companies from scratch; exploring their challenges and triumphs, and truly seeing the journey from start to success from someone who has lived it. These stories, their inspiration and the opportunities they have created for so many are what makes me so deeply passionate about the Direct Selling industry....

Is there a future for the Direct Selling Industry? Whew, what a BIG question! A question that’s on the minds of many, especially in an era of rapid change and evolving business practices. Today, I’m thrilled to introduce a guest who brings a wealth of experience to this very topic. Joining us is Dave Fleming, the Executive Vice President of Business Development at Neora, a company known widely in...

There’s been a HUGE change happen on Facebook and Instagram, a change that impacts us all, yet no one’s really talking about it… This change, although some might call it uncomfortable, actually represents a new way of expanding your network, finding new leads and reaching your dream customers! The change I’m talking about is an exciting opportunity that many business owners aren’t talking about en...

What does it take to become a great leader and how do you lead when you don’t feel like a ‘leader’? That’s the question we're diving into today with our incredible guest, John Hobby.  If you’ve ever doubted your abilities, felt knocked down a few pegs in your journey or have hit a roadblock, this episode is for you. John joins us to explore how to foster innovation within teams and how to unlock l...

Are you feeling a little overwhelmed? Have you ever found yourself ‘stuck’ and unsure of what to do next in your business? You are not alone. These are feelings many of us recognize, especially when we face challenges that seem insurmountable.  In this episode, I want to talk about just that: overcoming those moments when you feel immobilised and don’t know how to move forward. We've all been ther...

Today we’re diving into a topic that is often overlooked as a ‘bore’ or even ‘chore’ by many Direct Selling business owners: compliance. What exactly is compliance, and why does it matter? Let us answer that for you and, while we’re at it, we’ll also share how it can help your business to grow!  Compliance is often an avoided topic - viewed as a restriction but what if I told you that it’s an impo...

Are you ready to completely change your networking game? I want to shine the spotlight on one of my favourite, and super quick, episodes today. This Spotlight Special covers a practice so simple, so effective but something most of us skip week after week. I want to remind you of three hot connecting tips that will make a big difference in your business.  I’ve been in sales for many years, and let...

In this episode, we get the privilege of getting to know someone who knows the journey of building a successful business inside and out. Someone who knows about the potential of connections, dangers of complacency and the importance of showing up every day - knowing that at all times ‘this too will change’... Get ready to be inspired and let me introduce you to the incredible Rudy Revak, the found...

What does it take to grow a successful Network Marketing business? How do you become a leader, and stay motivated every single day? These are the questions that we’re diving into today with our incredible guest, Richard Bliss Brooke. Richard is no stranger to the world of Network Marketing. He has been a full-time leader, company owner, and high-performance coach since 1977. By the age of 28, he h...

If you were interested in someone romantically, would you start by asking them to marry you on the first date? Of course not! That would be absurd, and that person would likely run for the nearest exit! Yet, this is exactly how many people approach potential customers on Social Media - jumping straight to the ask without first building a connection.  Most people have had ‘that message’ in their in...

How do you turn a passion for Direct Selling into a thriving multi-million dollar business? I’m thrilled to introduce you to someone who has done just that—Steven K. Scott. While speaking at a Direct Selling conference in Utah, I had the unexpected pleasure of meeting Steve. What was supposed to be a brief one-hour meeting turned into a six-hour deep dive into his life, business and heart.  Steve...

Could a fear of success, a blind spot you cannot see, or even your mindset be holding you back? Could YOU be the challenge standing in your way… Join me in this episode as we take a deep dive into all things ‘mindset’ with one of the top experts in the field. Changing your mindset for success is one of the biggest challenges most people in business face - and it can be quite a confronting journey!...

How do you get more comments, likes and interactions on your content? … To see results that reflect the effort you put in and know that posting on Social Media is worth your time and having an effect? It’s time to talk about increasing your Facebook engagement! Let’s start by clarifying what engagement actually means. The Social Media landscape has changed significantly, especially with the introd...

How do we, and should we, use TikTok? This is a question that comes up frequently in my day-to-day and, to be honest, one I’ve been avoiding. Why? Because I feel there’s so many questions about this platform. BUT let’s stop avoiding and dive on into some of the answers today with the help of a true TikTok expert and an incredibly fun guest!  I decided to bring in the top expert herself, the incred...

I’m doing it. It’s time to get a little controversial.  One of my favourite books, "Oversubscribed" by Daniel Priestly, emphasises the importance of not following the pack, but instead standing by your values, even if it means standing out from the crowd. In this episode, I want to share a rather controversial opinion of mine that often goes against what many other Social Media Trainers and Coache...

Entrepreneurship is a powerful tool. It starts with a simple idea, often with nothing, and grows into something that creates opportunities for many. A true entrepreneur not only looks at the opportunities their business may afford onto themselves, but also embraces the positive impact they can have on others - today’s guest is a shining example of this. Let me introduce you to Sarah Shadonix, the...