Archive for August 2024

About Teresa Aker:

Teresa Aker is a huge proponent of helping others achieve their goals and dreams. Through multi-level marketing with Avon, she had the opportunity to help a team of amazing representatives learn how to sell, become a wonderful group of friends, and grow their businesses to whatever their individual goals were. Teresa achieved the highest award, The President’s Council Award in Sales, and reached the rank of Executive Unit Leader in Leadership, both placing her at the top of the Leader Board.

Prior to that, Teresa was a top seller in real estate during a time when interest rates were so high that people had a very hard time making ends meet, let alone buying a house. She listened to seasoned agents who had been through tough times before and learned how to help her clients buy their homes.

Because Teresa stood for an elected position in politics, she was able to experience the grassroots of her community and the way cities are run—at least the one she lives in. She was thrilled to meet so many amazing people in her community during that time and to learn from their struggles.

In this episode, Jennie Bellinger and Teresa Aker discuss:

• Transitioning to direct sales from diverse backgrounds
• Emotional and professional growth in multilevel marketing
• Key leadership strategies for building and nurturing a team
• The significant ‘whys’ behind team members’ motivations
• The double-edged nature of earning and using incentive rewards

Key Takeaways:

• By embracing the shift from selling real estate and industrial glue to flourishing in the Avon environment, the potential for success in direct sales is seen.
• It is crucial to understand and support the individual goals of team members, which in turn fosters trust and strengthens the team. 
• Teresa and Jennie highlight the often-overlooked personal benefits that come with earning incentives. 
• Addressing one’s confidence and combating imposter syndrome is portrayed as vital in the journey toward success in network marketing, as seen in the story of Laurie’s growth.
• Beyond current experiences in direct sales, the journey of continuous learning such as adapting to emerging trends like AI and reading self-development books like ‘Think and Grow Rich’ illustrates the necessity of ongoing personal and professional growth to stay ahead in the game.

“I’m so happy to say my life has really been a journey of helping other people. Whether it be building confidence on the inside or the outside, it really has been a journey of helping… I can’t imagine ever leaving it now.” — Teresa Aker

Connect with Teresa Aker:  

Facebook Name: Facebook.com/teresa.aker/11

Facebook Business Page: Facebook.com/groups/848944900283159

Facebook Group Name: Facebook.com/groups/848944900283159

Connect With Jennie:

Website: https://badassdirectsalesmastery.com/

Email:  jennie@badassdirectsalesmastery.com

Facebook personal page: https://facebook.com/jbellingerPL

Facebook podcast page: http://facebook.com/BadassDirectSalesMastery

Facebook group for Badass Crew: https://facebook.com/groups/BadassDirectSalesMoms

Instagram: https://instagram.com/BadassDirectSalesMastery

Personal Instagram: https://instagram.com/jenniebellinger

LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/BadassDirectSalesMastery

Show Notes by Podcastologist: Hanz Jimuel Alvarez

Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You’re the expert. Your podcast will prove it.

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About Chequita McCullough:

Chequita McCullough is a transformational relationship coach who works with women leaders to rebuild healthy loving relationships with their mothers.

Chequita has supported many women to overcome the impacts of self-doubt, insecurity, and fear tied to their beliefs about their self-esteem, work life, and other relationships stemming from their relationships with their mothers. She is committed to a relentless pursuit of leading women to become empowered and reach their highest potential, using their voices to change their personal environments. Her work helps women become authentic and gain empowerment to build healthy mother-daughter relationships.

Chequita is a corporate leader and trainer, speaker, adjunct professor, professional mentor, and transformational coach.

In this episode, Jennie Bellinger and Chequita McCullough discuss:

• Empowering mother-daughter relationships for women leaders
• Establishing a coaching niche focused on biblical family dynamics
• Overcoming self-doubt through repairing maternal relationships
• The interplay between personal relationships and entrepreneurial success
• Strategies for navigating and healing complex mother-daughter bonds

Key Takeaways:

• The profound influence of maternal relationships on women’s leadership roles is brought to light by Chequita.
• By tracing her own reconciliation journey with her mother, Chequita uncovers how the quest for perfection can often be a hindrance.
• With Chequita highlighting that personal breakthroughs in the mother-daughter sphere lead to greater professional wisdom, the episode underscores the idea that empowerment in business begins at home.
• Chequita provides tangible strategies for women to address and heal the complexities of their relationships with their mothers, thereby setting the stage for improved confidence and decision-making in their entrepreneurial ventures. 

“When you can fix a core relationship like a mother-daughter relationship, the rest of your life just expands.” — Chequita McCullough

Grab Chequita’s Book “Calling All Daughters!: A Biblical Blueprint to Restore Your Mother-Daughter Relationship”:

Link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1954920954

Connect with Chequita McCullough:  

Website: https://www.chequitamccullough.com/

LinkedIn URL: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chequitaamccullough/

CONNECT WITH JENNIE:

Website: https://badassdirectsalesmastery.com/

Email:  jennie@badassdirectsalesmastery.com

Facebook personal page: https://facebook.com/jbellingerPL

Facebook podcast page: http://facebook.com/BadassDirectSalesMastery

Facebook group for Badass Crew: https://facebook.com/groups/BadassDirectSalesMoms

Instagram: https://instagram.com/BadassDirectSalesMastery

Personal Instagram: https://instagram.com/jenniebellinger

LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/BadassDirectSalesMastery

Show Notes by Podcastologist: Hanz Jimuel Alvarez

Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You’re the expert. Your podcast will prove it.

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About Jeff Bitton:

Jeff is the CEO of Pitch59 Inc., based in Provo, Utah. Having been a small business owner, Jeff knows how expensive, frustrating, and discouraging it can be when trying to grow a business. With 82% of small business owners relying on referrals as their primary source of growth, it’s disheartening that, on average, only 4 out of 100 satisfied customers actually refer the companies they like.

Jeff understands that the reason more happy customers don’t refer businesses is because the traditional process of giving referrals is just too hard and time-consuming. It places the burden and risk of explaining who you are and what you do onto your friends and customers. That’s why, at Pitch59, Jeff believes that no one is better than “you” to pitch your product or service to potential customers.

With PitchCards, business owners can deliver their 59-second elevator pitch—either written or through video—so that others can get to know, like, and trust them. PitchCards also make it incredibly easy to network and get referrals in just a few seconds, revolutionizing the way businesses connect and grow.

In this episode, Jennie Bellinger and Jeff Bitton discuss:

• Pitch59’s role in enhancing sales and networking
• Jeff Bitton’s journey from farm work to tech entrepreneur
• The critical importance of referrals for business growth
• The development of Pitch59, including customer-driven features
• Advantages of digital pitch cards for direct sales professionals

Key Takeaways:

•  A digital referral card like Pitch59 can substantially increase sales and exposure for small businesses.
• Referrals remain a cornerstone for business expansion, and tools that simplify this process are invaluable.
• Personal stories, such as Jeff’s transition from door-to-door sales to creating software, illustrate the evolving nature of sales techniques.
• Customer feedback plays a pivotal role in refining tech tools to better serve business needs.
• Implementing Pitch59’s new features can transform the way direct sales professionals network and organize contacts.

“You’re literally one pitch away from transforming your business.” — Jeff Bitton

Connect with Jeff Bitton:  

Website: https://pitch59.com/card/jeff-bitton

LinkedIn URL: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-bitton-b0402299/

CONNECT WITH JENNIE:

Website: https://badassdirectsalesmastery.com/

Email:  jennie@badassdirectsalesmastery.com

Facebook personal page: https://facebook.com/jbellingerPL

Facebook podcast page: http://facebook.com/BadassDirectSalesMastery

Facebook group for Badass Crew: https://facebook.com/groups/BadassDirectSalesMoms

Instagram: https://instagram.com/BadassDirectSalesMastery

Personal Instagram: https://instagram.com/jenniebellinger

LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/BadassDirectSalesMastery

Show Notes by Podcastologist: Hanz Jimuel Alvarez

Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You’re the expert. Your podcast will prove it.

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About Norbert Orlewicz:

Norbert Orlewicz is a digital marketing strategist, trainer and speaker who is best known in the direct sales industry for co-founding MyLeadSystemPro in 2008 where they trained and support independent distributors around the world to embrace online attraction marketing to grow their teams and businesses. Most recently, Norbert is the co-founder of DigitalMentors, where him and his team support entrepreneurs in starting and growing their own personal mentoring businesses.

In this episode, Jennie Bellinger and Norbert Orlewicz discuss:

• The significance of online attraction marketing and relationship-building in network marketing
• Overcoming rejection and utilizing personal networks for business expansion
• Navigating the saturated digital marketing landscape with the aid of mentors and experience
• Utilizing tools like the AI compass for enhancing brand and business strategy
• The power of mindset, simplicity, and continual learning in achieving marketing success

Key Takeaways:

• Rejection should be reframed as an opportunity for growth and is vital in constructing a vast personal network for business enhancement.
• Adopting a simple, focused approach to business strategies while gradually honing the necessary skills will yield greater success than chasing the latest trends.
• Identifying one’s strengths and aligning with the right business strategy can be a game-changer, especially when supplemented by strategic partnerships and affiliate programs.
• Transitioning from a consumer to a creator within the personal growth industry fosters leadership development, allowing individuals to recognize their value and contribute meaningfully.
• Clarity and personal branding are foundational before considering the diversification of income streams, with tools like the AI compass serving as valuable aids in strategy assessment.

“You don’t need complex strategies; stick with simplicity and focus on developing your skills.” — Norbert Orlewicz

Grab Norbert’s Exclusive AI Compass!

Link: https://norbertonline.com/bdsm

Connect with Norbert Orlewicz:  

LinkedIn URL: https://www.linkedin.com/in/norbertorlewicz/

CONNECT WITH JENNIE:

Website: https://badassdirectsalesmastery.com/

Email:  jennie@badassdirectsalesmastery.com

Facebook personal page: https://facebook.com/jbellingerPL

Facebook podcast page: http://facebook.com/BadassDirectSalesMastery

Facebook group for Badass Crew: https://facebook.com/groups/BadassDirectSalesMoms

Instagram: https://instagram.com/BadassDirectSalesMastery

Personal Instagram: https://instagram.com/jenniebellinger

LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/BadassDirectSalesMastery

Show Notes by Podcastologist: Hanz Jimuel Alvarez

Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You’re the expert. Your podcast will prove it.

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About Sue Coleman:

Sue Coleman is a Network Mastery Coach at Empowered Networking. She helps guide entrepreneurs and small business owners to build robust, ethical professional networks that drive success. She does this through individual & group coaching and workshops. She also hosts online events for selling on the Spot Marketplace.

In this episode, Jennie Bellinger and Sue Coleman discuss:

• Sue Coleman’s personal journey into network empowerment coaching and the influence of her mentor Donna Messer.
• The significance of building ethical and prosperous referral networks through sincere connections and consistent follow-ups.
• Effective strategies for direct sales professionals to rebuild their networking abilities in a post-COVID landscape
• The value of personal follow-ups in fostering strong business relationships, highlighting the innovative use of Send Out Cards
• Continuous learning in networking for both new and experienced professionals, along with a special free eBook offer for listeners

Key Takeaways:

• The transformation from real estate to network mastery coaching thrives on authenticity and genuine connection over aggressive salesmanship.
• A well-nurtured network, built on mutual support and ethical practices, underpins the foundation for sustainable direct sales success.
• Revitalizing networking skills is quintessential at networking events through targeted follow-up strategies and the nurturing of connections that transcend mere transactions.
• Employing personalized methods, such as customized greeting cards, enriches the fabric of business interactions, leaving an enduring impression.
• Lifelong learning in the networking field offers evolving insights and strategies, beneficial for both novices and veterans in direct sales

“Networking isn’t about just getting what you want; it’s about ensuring a mutual flow of value and support.” — Sue Coleman

Grab Sue’s Networking Your Way to Success ebook for FREE!

Link: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/v0weyg0vw2

Send a FREE SendOut Card compliments of Sue Coleman: http://www.sendoutcards.com/u/586931/send

Connect with Sue Coleman:  

LinkedIn URL: https://linkedin.com/in/suecoleman

CONNECT WITH JENNIE:

Website: https://badassdirectsalesmastery.com/

Email:  jennie@badassdirectsalesmastery.com

Facebook personal page: https://facebook.com/jbellingerPL

Facebook podcast page: http://facebook.com/BadassDirectSalesMastery

Facebook group for Badass Crew: https://facebook.com/groups/BadassDirectSalesMoms

Instagram: https://instagram.com/BadassDirectSalesMastery

Personal Instagram: https://instagram.com/jenniebellinger

LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/BadassDirectSalesMastery

Show Notes by Podcastologist: Hanz Jimuel Alvarez

Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You’re the expert. Your podcast will prove it.

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