Jill Katzenberg: How Gratitude Saved a Life and Grows a Business

About Jill Katzenberg: Jill Katzenberg is a gratitude consultant who believes success in network marketing begins with genuine connection. She guides entrepreneurs to use gratitude as their greatest tool, transforming simple acts of kindness into stronger relationships, bigger opportunities, and lasting impact. For Jill, gratitude isn’t just a practice; it’s a movement.

In this episode, Jennie Bellinger and Jill Katzenberg discuss:

• How gratitude became Jill’s most powerful business-building tool.
• The difference between appreciation marketing and traditional outreach.
• Why printed and digital cards create deeper client and team connections.
• How direct sellers can stand out in a saturated market through relationship-building.
• Real-life stories of how small acts of kindness created massive emotional impact.

Key Takeaways:

• Gratitude is a business multiplier — the smallest heartfelt gesture can create loyalty that marketing alone can’t buy.
• Standing out doesn’t require louder promotions; it requires a deeper connection, especially in industries overflowing with competition.
• Printed cards still matter. In a world drowning in digital noise, something tangible feels personal, rare, and meaningful.
• Consistent appreciation builds trust, and trust builds teams. It strengthens customer relationships and empowers your downline.
• At its core, appreciation marketing is about recognizing people, seeing them, and reminding them they matter — and that changes everything.

“Let’s be honest, most people don’t need or want a second job. If they’re going to do something to earn extra dollars, then they want to have fun doing it.” — Jill Katzenberg

Connect with Jill Katzenberg:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/5stardiva/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jillkatzenberg

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

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Show Notes by Podcastologist: Angelica Rayco 

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

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