Archive for June 2025

About Rachel Bannert:

Rachel Bannert is a dedicated Mary Kay Consultant and social media strategist with over three years of experience in the beauty industry. A devoted wife of 24 years, mother of five, and grandmother of three, she resides on a mini farm in the countryside, where she blends her passion for family, faith, and entrepreneurship. Rachel is known for her ability to connect authentically with others, a quality that has become a cornerstone of her thriving business. She specializes in bridal makeup and personalized skincare, helping clients look and feel their best for life’s most important moments.

Leveraging the power of TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook, Rachel has developed an innovative social media strategy that transforms online engagement into meaningful customer relationships. Through local marketing efforts and complimentary facials, she consistently generates 75 to 100 leads per week. Committed to the founding principles of Mary Kay—faith, family, and career—Rachel aspires to become a Sales Director. Her growing team, strategic approach, and unwavering dedication to helping others feel confident have established her as a rising leader in the direct sales community.

In this episode, Jennie Bellinger and Rachel Bannert discuss:

• Social Media Growth through Authentic Content
• Free Facials and Lead Generation Strategy
• Mary Kay’s Philosophy of Faith, Family, Career
• Importance of Being Authentic in Sales Approach
• Team Development and Becoming a Sales Director

Key Takeaways:

• Being genuine creates deeper customer connections than following rigid sales scripts.
• Consistent, daily content can transform followers into paying customers, as immediate, personal responses are key to converting online interactions.
• Free value propositions (like facials) attract potential customers more effectively than traditional advertising, and personal follow-up transforms cold leads into warm relationships.
• Expertise in a narrow field attracts more committed clients.
• Understanding “what’s in it for them” encourages team members to support leadership goals, and collaborative growth creates a more engaged and productive team environment.

“Everyone is wearing an invisible sign around their neck that says, ‘Make me feel important.’” — Rachel Bannert

Connect with Rachel Bannert:  

Facebook Business Page: https://www.facebook.com/rachel.thrower.bannert.2025/?rdid=z88dVRv2ElIkM7TK

Instagram Link: https://www.instagram.com/rachelthrowerbannert

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://www.instagram.com/thedirectsalesdomme/

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

The Badass Direct Sales Mastery Podcast is currently sponsored by the following:
Bella Grace Elixir: https://shopbellagrace.com/?ref=jenniebadassdirectsalesmastery

LeadBuddy Digital Marketing: Use code BDSM when checking out at https://leadbuddy.io/pro-monthly-9310?am_id=jennie582

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 Alexei Musienko:

Alexei Musienko is a multi-six and seven-figure entrepreneur, podcast host of “One Relationship Away,” and global business strategist. Born in the USSR and educated internationally, he specializes in building, scaling, and sustaining businesses while emphasizing servant leadership, strategic partnerships, and personal development. With over 20 years of entrepreneurial experience, Alexei focuses on creating impact through mentorship, relationship building, and empowering entrepreneurs to unlock their full potential.

In this episode, Jennie Bellinger and Alexei Musienko discuss:

• Servant Leadership Vision
• Trust Through Micro-Commitments
• Continuous Personal Growth
• Strategic Partnership Levels
• Impact Over Income

Key Takeaways:

• Servant leadership isn’t just about managing people; it’s about seeing potential in others that they can’t yet see in themselves.
• Micro-commitments reveal character and reliability in business relationships, and small promises kept consistently demonstrate a person’s integrity and potential for larger collaborations.
• Challenging your limitations and seeking mentorship can dramatically shift your life’s trajectory.
• Successful partnerships are built on trust, mutual value, and aligned visions.
• True success transcends financial gain and focuses on creating a meaningful impact, and when entrepreneurs prioritize serving others and solving problems, wealth becomes a natural byproduct of their genuine contribution.

“Learn to manage and lead yourself first. If you cannot deploy your resources properly, like your attention, your time, your resources, and your finances. How can you expect others to follow you?” — Alexei Musienko

Connect with Alexei Musienko:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/onerelationshipaway/

Website: https://1relationshipaway.com/

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://www.instagram.com/thedirectsalesdomme/

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

The Badass Direct Sales Mastery Podcast is currently sponsored by the following:
Bella Grace Elixir: https://shopbellagrace.com/?ref=jenniebadassdirectsalesmastery

LeadBuddy Digital Marketing: Use code BDSM when checking out at https://leadbuddy.io/pro-monthly-9310?am_id=jennie582

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 Jon Sneider:

Jon Sneider is a seasoned marketing veteran, entrepreneur, and respected leader known for his pragmatic approach and proven track record of success. With multiple industry awards recognizing his creativity, innovation, and measurable business impact, Jon has earned a reputation as an expert in defining, promoting, and scaling some of the world’s most recognizable brands. Beyond the boardroom, he’s an avid outdoor enthusiast who can often be found carving turns on the ski slopes or adventuring through the Pacific Northwest and beyond in his camper.

In this episode, Jennie Bellinger and Jon Sneider discuss:

• Sales are fundamental to business success
• Consultative selling
• Marketing targets specific customer personas
• Effective advertising
• Creativity and collaboration in advertising campaigns

Key Takeaways:

• Effective sales isn’t just about talking; it’s about listening. When they talk, great salespeople ask questions that uncover a customer’s true needs and desires.
• Marketing success hinges on understanding your ideal customer profile.
• Advertising doesn’t require massive budgets or complex agency structures, and even small businesses can create impactful campaigns by working directly with creative production teams.
• Sales skills are transferable across every business function and career stage.
• Creativity and collaboration are the secret weapons in modern advertising, and by embracing a “yes, and” mentality, businesses can develop more innovative and compelling marketing strategies.

“The best sales people don’t actually talk that much. They get you to talk.” — Jon Sneider

Connect with Jon Sneider:  

LinkedIn URL: http://www.linkedin.com/in/sneider/

Instagram Link: http://www.instagram.com/jonsneider/

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://www.instagram.com/thedirectsalesdomme/

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

The Badass Direct Sales Mastery Podcast is currently sponsored by the following:
Bella Grace Elixir: https://shopbellagrace.com/?ref=jenniebadassdirectsalesmastery

LeadBuddy Digital Marketing: Use code BDSM when checking out at https://leadbuddy.io/pro-monthly-9310?am_id=jennie582

Show Notes by Podcastologist: Hanz Jimuel Alvarez

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

Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | More