Direct Sales Done Right
292 episodes - English - Latest episode: 12 days ago - ★★★★★ - 221 ratingsLet's dive into direct sales done right. We will share how we learned - the hard way - the wrong and right way to do direct sales. You'll learn simple and effective ways to grow your direct sales business through strategies and storytelling in an authentic way because there is room at the table for you, too! Welcome to direct sales done right with Katy Ursta and Melanie Mitro.
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Episode 42: What It REALLY Takes To Build A Successful Network Marketing Business
January 09, 2020 08:00 - 33 minutes - 22.7 MBAre you a network marketer and feel as if you SHOULD BE further along in your business but aren't? Do you feel STUCK and not know what you are doing wrong?If so, be sure to have a pen and paper ready to take notes from this week's newest podcast episode.If you are a business owner that is serious about wanting to grow your organization and want a deeper dive into this, we have created two different 8 week mentorship opportunities. You can learn more here: bit.ly/chicmentorshipsOrder your #Mak...
Episode 41: Chic Your Goals In 2020
January 02, 2020 08:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBIf you really want to chic your goals in 2020, you must first accept where you are NOW and take the time to really reflect on how you got to this position.Episode 5: How To Beyoncify Your Business, was mentioned during this episode and you can listen to that episode here: http://bit.ly/beyoncifyyourbizOrder your #MakeChicHappen Planner here: amzn.to/2YJflcbChic Your Gram Audits: bit.ly/chicyourgramChic Influencer Website: www.chicinfluencer.com/Chic Influencer Instagram: www.instagram.com/chi...
Episode 40: The Truth About What Your Social Media is Really Telling You
December 26, 2019 08:00 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MBIt is time to finally come to terms with the fact that sometimes your audience does not like what you are posting and that is totally okay. As a marketer on social media, it is up to you to take the time to reflect each week on what went well and what did not. Order your #MakeChicHappen Planner here: amzn.to/2YJflcbChic Your Gram Audits: bit.ly/chicyourgramChic Influencer Website: www.chicinfluencer.com/Chic Influencer Instagram: www.instagram.com/chicinfluencer/Join the Chic Community: chici...
Episode 39: Are you a WINGING IT Business Owner? How's That Going For You?
December 19, 2019 08:00 - 40 minutes - 27.9 MBAre you a WINGING IT Business Owner? How's That Going For You? We are sharing with you the 3 key action steps to take that are crucial in becoming an intentional business owner. The time is now friend, to truly make chic happen. Order your #MakeChicHappen Planner here: https://amzn.to/2YJflcbChic Influencer Website: www.chicinfluencer.com/Chic Influencer Instagram: www.instagram.com/chicinfluencer/Join the Chic Community: chicinfluencer.mykajabi.com/BecomeAChicMember
Episode 38: Guess What Has Arrived?? The #MakeChicHappen 52 Week Social Media Game Plan
December 13, 2019 15:00 - 28 minutes - 19.5 MBIT'S FINALLY HERE!!! We are so excited to announce that the #MakeChicHappen Your 52 Week Social Media Game Plan is now available for purchase on Amazon.Order your copy here: http://bit.ly/makechichappenplannerChic Influencer Website: www.chicinfluencer.com/Chic Influencer Instagram: www.instagram.com/chicinfluencer/Join the Chic Community: chicinfluencer.mykajabi.com/BecomeAChicMember
Episode 37: What We've Learned After One Year in Business
December 05, 2019 08:00 - 29 minutes - 20.4 MBIn today's episode, we are going to be talking about all the things we have learned after being in business for one year! We have done a lot of growing, a lot of failing, and a lot of figuring it out! Nothing can prepare you for building your business from the ground up.Chic Your Gram Audits: bit.ly/chicyourgramChic Influencer Website: www.chicinfluencer.com/Chic Influencer Instagram: www.instagram.com/chicinfluencer/Join the Chic Community: chicinfluencer.mykajabi.com/BecomeAChicMember
Episode 36: How To Land Your First Collaboration
November 28, 2019 08:00 - 12 minutes - 8.28 MBCurious to know how to land a collaboration on social media? Katy shares her top tips to help YOU land your 1st ever collaboration! Social media is meant to be SOCIAL, you are supposed to be interacting with people anytime possible which is why collaborations are so important now more than ever before!! Chic Your Gram Audits: bit.ly/chicyourgramChic Influencer Website: www.chicinfluencer.com/Chic Influencer Instagram: www.instagram.com/chicinfluencer/Join the Chic Community: chicinfluencer.my...
Episode 35: Stop Using these 4 F Words in Your Business
November 21, 2019 08:00 - 10 minutes - 7.16 MBIf you want to attract your ideal client, you need to STOP using these 4 F words as a way to brand yourself. You have so much more to offer your audience and it's time to show that!Chic Your Gram Audits: bit.ly/chicyourgramChic Influencer Website: www.chicinfluencer.com/Chic Influencer Instagram: www.instagram.com/chicinfluencer/Join the Chic Community: chicinfluencer.mykajabi.com/BecomeAChicMember
Episode 34: Do You Suffer from Entrepreneurial Burnout at the End of the Year?
November 14, 2019 08:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MBIn today's episode we walk you through our personal experiences with burnout and how to prevent that from happening to you this holiday season. Be sure to join us on Thursday, November 21st for our Hustling Through the Holidays Virtual event!Hustling Through the Holidays Virtual Event: bit.ly/virtualholidayhustleChic Your Gram Audits: bit.ly/chicyourgramChic Influencer Website: www.chicinfluencer.com/Chic Influencer Instagram: www.instagram.com/chicinfluencer/Join the Chic Community: chicinfl...
Episode 33: 7 Things to Know Before Going into Business with Your Bestie
November 07, 2019 08:00 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MBHave you been considering going into business with your bestie? Do you want to know how Katy and Melanie manage to run 2 businesses all while remaining best friends at the same time? Katy and Melanie are sharing all the things to take into consideration before going into business with your bestie!Hustling Through the Holidays Virtual Event: bit.ly/virtualholidayhustleChic Your Gram Audits: bit.ly/chicyourgramChic Influencer Website: www.chicinfluencer.com/Chic Influencer Instagram: www.instag...
Episode 32: Melanie's Top Productivity Hacks to Get Chic Done
October 31, 2019 07:00 - 13 minutes - 9.44 MBDo you struggle with all things time management? Melanie shares her top productivity hacks to getting chic done. After listening to today's episode, you will understand the true importance of why you truly do need to better manage your time now more than ever before.Chic Your Gram Audits: bit.ly/chicyourgramChic Influencer Website: www.chicinfluencer.com/Chic Influencer Instagram: www.instagram.com/chicinfluencer/Join the Chic Community: chicinfluencer.mykajabi.com/BecomeAChicMember
Episode 31: Truth Bomb: Do You Focus More On The Glory Than On The Grind?
October 24, 2019 07:00 - 16 minutes - 11.2 MBDo you take the time to focus on the glory instead of the grind? Katy shares her live video she made two years on the way to closing on her dream home. After listening to today's episode, you will understand the true importance of why the grind really does matter. Chic Influencer Website: www.chicinfluencer.com/Chic Influencer Instagram: www.instagram.com/chicinfluencer/Join the Chic Community: chicinfluencer.mykajabi.com/BecomeAChicMember
Episode 30: The Truth About Growing Your Engagement on Instagram with Brock Johnson
October 17, 2019 07:00 - 39 minutes - 27.3 MBIf you are struggling trying to get engagement on your Instagram, then this podcast is just for YOU! Brock shares with us all his secrets on how you can be successful on Instagram all while still being authentically true to you. We cannot wait to hear all of your top takeaways from this episode! Connect with Brock Johnson: www.instagram.com/brock11johnson/Chic Influencer Website: www.chicinfluencer.com/Chic Influencer Instagram: www.instagram.com/chicinfluencer/Join the Chic Community: chicin...
Episode 29: When Business isn't CLICKING: This ONE THING will change the game!
October 10, 2019 07:00 - 46 minutes - 31.9 MBWhen business just isn't clicking, this ONE THING will change everything for you! Curious to know what that one thing actually is? Be sure to listen to today's episode and have your notebook ready! We have the honor of getting to interview Jen Casey on today's episode and cannot wait to hear your top takeaways! Connect with Jen Casey: www.heyjencasey.comChic Influencer Website: www.chicinfluencer.com/Chic Influencer Instagram: www.instagram.com/chicinfluencer/Join the Chic Community: chicinfl...
Episode 28: Master Your Time & Respect Your Priorities with Tonya Dalton
October 03, 2019 07:00 - 40 minutes - 27.7 MBStruggling with time management and not knowing how to really respect your priorities? Luckily, we have an expert just for that! We interview Tonya Dalton who shares her knowledge with us. Tonya just recently released her book The Joy of Missing Out and it is a MUST read for all! Connect with Tonya Dalton: www.tonyadalton.com/Purchase The Joy of Missing Out here: https://amzn.to/2ozqAWIChic Influencer Website: www.chicinfluencer.com/Chic Influencer Instagram: www.instagram.com/chicinfluencer...
Episode 27: Pin with Purpose, Beginner Tips To Monetizing Your Pins with Rachel Ngom
September 26, 2019 07:00 - 25 minutes - 17.2 MBIf you aren't using Pinterest for your business, then you are doing it WRONG. We have the honor of getting to interview Rachel Ngom who provides the tips and tricks you need to know to make Pinterest an amazing platform for you to utilize. Connect with Rachel Ngom: https://www.rachelngom.com/Chic Influencer Website: www.chicinfluencer.com/Chic Influencer Instagram: www.instagram.com/chicinfluencer/Join the Chic Community: chicinfluencer.mykajabi.com/BecomeAChicMember
Episode 26: I Don't Have A Successful Story Like You. Can I Still Be Successful?
September 19, 2019 07:00 - 33 minutes - 23.1 MBWe get told all the time, that you don't have a story to share. Well friend, that is all going to change after you listen to this week's episode with Amber Lilyestrom. Connect with Amber Lilyestrom: https://www.amberlilyestrom.com/Chic Influencer Website: www.chicinfluencer.com/Chic Influencer Instagram: www.instagram.com/chicinfluencer/Join the Chic Community: chicinfluencer.mykajabi.com/BecomeAChicMember
Episode 25: Truthbombs About Tracking
September 12, 2019 08:00 - 18 minutes - 12.6 MBAre you avoiding tracking because you do not want to come to terms with the real truth with what those numbers reveal? Katy walks you through why you're REALLY not doing the easiest task in your business. Can you guess what it is? Be sure to tune in to find out!Chic Influencer Website: www.chicinfluencer.com/Chic Influencer Instagram: www.instagram.com/chicinfluencer/Join the Chic Community: chicinfluencer.mykajabi.com/BecomeAChicMember
Episode 24: Secrets to Successfully Recruiting Using LinkedIn with Bob Heilig
September 05, 2019 09:00 - 56 minutes - 38.8 MBMelanie talks with Bob Heilig about the secrets to successfully use LinkedIn as a way to recruit even more people to your team. If you are not using LinkedIn, then you are missing out! Connect with Bob Heilig: www.yourvirtualupline.com/Chic Influencer Website: www.chicinfluencer.com/Chic Influencer Instagram: www.instagram.com/chicinfluencer/Join the Chic Community: chicinfluencer.mykajabi.com/BecomeAChicMember
Episode 23: The 3 Reasons Why You Really AREN'T Making Money with Your Side Gig with Rachel Bell
August 29, 2019 10:00 - 50 minutes - 34.9 MBToday we chat with Rachel Bell about the reasons why you AREN'T making money with your side gig on Instagram. At just 24 years old, Rachel herself has grown two 7-figure businesses - without spending a dime on advertising. Rachel Bell's Instagram: www.instagram.com/rachelbell/Chic Influencer Website: www.chicinfluencer.com/Chic Influencer Instagram: www.instagram.com/chicinfluencer/Let us mentor YOU: chicinfluencer.com/mentorship-programs/Join the Chic Community: chicinfluencer.mykajabi.com/...
Episode 22: How We STOPPED Just Talking About the BIG Goal and MADE the Goal HAPPEN
August 22, 2019 09:00 - 26 minutes - 18.1 MBCan your business survive, if you are not willing to work with other people? Do you feel like you are running your business as a one man show? Girl, if you said yes to either of those questions you need to listen to today's episode! Chic Influencer Website: www.chicinfluencer.com/Chic Influencer Instagram: www.instagram.com/chicinfluencer/Let us mentor YOU: https://chicinfluencer.com/mentorship-programs/Join the Chic Community: chicinfluencer.mykajabi.com/BecomeAChicMember
Episode 21: An Open Conversation About Collaboration OVER Competition with Natalie Franke
August 15, 2019 10:00 - 46 minutes - 32.1 MBToday, we chat with the creator of the Rising Tide Society Natalie Franke who started the #communityovercompetition movement. Learn more about Natalie here: https://nataliefranke.com/Chic Influencer Website: www.chicinfluencer.com/Chic Influencer Instagram: www.instagram.com/chicinfluencer/Join the Chic Community: chicinfluencer.mykajabi.com/BecomeAChicMember
Episode 20: 4 Tips on Navigating Life as an Entrepreneur After Vacation
August 08, 2019 10:00 - 21 minutes - 14.7 MBDid you just get back from vacation and feel so overwhelmed that you aren't sure what to do first? Tune in as we share our top 4 tips on navigating life after vacation as entrepreneurs.Chic Influencer Website: www.chicinfluencer.com/Chic Influencer Instagram: www.instagram.com/chicinfluencer/Join the Chic Community: chicinfluencer.mykajabi.com/BecomeAChicMember
Episode 19: Your Mindset Changes Everything
August 01, 2019 10:00 - 16 minutes - 11 MBMelanie was honored to have the opportunity to speak at the Steeped Tea Conference in Canada two weeks ago. Be sure to tune in to hear why things did not go as according to plan but having a positive mindset made all the difference.Chic Influencer Website: www.chicinfluencer.com/Chic Influencer Instagram: www.instagram.com/chicinfluencer/Join the Chic Community: chicinfluencer.mykajabi.com/BecomeAChicMember
Episode 18: What Life's Really Like After an Event
July 25, 2019 09:00 - 30 minutes - 21.2 MBStill overwhelmed from a recent business event that you were just at? And not sure what to do now that the event is over? We are here to guide you in the right direction. Grab your notebook and lets make chic happen!Rise Up Planner: http://bit.ly/riseupplannerChic Influencer Website: www.chicinfluencer.com/Chic Influencer Instagram: www.instagram.com/chicinfluencer/Join the Chic Community: chicinfluencer.mykajabi.com/BecomeAChicMember
Episode 17: Driving Towards Daylight
July 18, 2019 09:00 - 18 minutes - 12.5 MBKaty was honored to have the opportunity to speak at the Pre-Summit Rise Up Event in Indianapolis this past week. Tune in to hear what Katy presented on and the importance of driving towards daylight even on your darkest days.Chic Influencer Website: www.chicinfluencer.com/Chic Influencer Instagram: www.instagram.com/chicinfluencer/Join the Chic Community: chicinfluencer.mykajabi.com/BecomeAChicMember
Episode 16: Don't Fear When Facebook Fails, We Have Got You Covered!
July 11, 2019 11:00 - 19 minutes - 13.4 MBWe talk about the recent instances where Instagram and Facebook either stopped working altogether or became extremely sporadic. As entrepreneurs, it is our responsibility to make sure that we are not just relying on one platform to run our business. Tune in to find out why!Chic Influencer Website: www.chicinfluencer.com/Chic Influencer Instagram: www.instagram.com/chicinfluencer/Join the Chic Community: chicinfluencer.mykajabi.com/BecomeAChicMember
Episode 15: 5 Ways to Win Through Failure
July 04, 2019 11:25 - 20 minutes - 14.4 MBDo you let failure define who you are? Use that setback or failure as fuel so that it can move you in a direction of positivity and action.Chic Influencer website: www.chicinfluencer.com/Chic Influencer Instagram: www.instagram.com/chicinfluencer/Join the Chic Community: chicinfluencer.mykajabi.com/BecomeAChicMember
Episode 14: Level Up Your Leadership with Doug Smith
June 27, 2019 11:00 - 37 minutes - 25.8 MBAre you struggling with trying to level up your leadership game? Melanie and Katy talk with Doug Smith about all things leadership, you are not going to want to miss this episode!Learn more about Doug: https://l3leadership.org/Chic Influencer website: www.chicinfluencer.com/Chic Influencer Instagram: www.instagram.com/chicinfluencer/Join the Chic Community: chicinfluencer.mykajabi.com/BecomeAChicMember
Episode 13: 5 Questions to Ask Yourself Before You "Jump Ship"
June 20, 2019 11:40 - 32 minutes - 22.2 MBDo you often find yourself asking: "Should I stay or should I go?". Tune in to hear Katy and Melanie give the 5 questions to ask yourself before you decide to ultimately "jump ship".Chic Influencer website: www.chicinfluencer.com/Chic Influencer Instagram: www.instagram.com/chicinfluencer/Join the Chic Community: chicinfluencer.mykajabi.com/BecomeAChicMember
Episode 12: The Importance of Having an Entrepreneurial Mindset
June 13, 2019 11:06 - 35 minutes - 24.4 MBMelanie and Katy talk with Miriam Mayr, the Director of Sales at Sabika Jewelry. Tune in to hear Miriam discuss the importance of having an entrepreneurial mindset when you are growing your business.Chic Influencer website: chicinfluencer.com/Chic Influencer Instagram: www.instagram.com/chicinfluencer/Join the Chic Community: chicinfluencer.mykajabi.com/BecomeAChicMember
Episode 11: Why Partnerships and Collaborations Matter
June 06, 2019 11:26 - 27 minutes - 19.1 MBMelanie and Katy talk with the girls from the Girls Night Blog to chat all things partnerships and collaborations. Be sure to grab your notebook and lets make chic happen.Girls Night Blog: https://girlsnightblog.com/Girls Night Blog Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/girls_night_blog/Chic Influencer Website: https://chicinfluencer.com/Chic Influencer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chicinfluencer/
Episode 10: SOS! Our Top 3 Tips for Getting Your Business Summer Ready!
May 30, 2019 11:28 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MBSOS! Are you ready for the busy summer season?! We share our 3 top tips on how YOU can get your business ready for the summer months.Chic Influencer website: https://chicinfluencer.com/Chic Influencer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chicinfluencer/Join the Chic Community: https://chicinfluencer.mykajabi.com/BecomeAChicMember
Episode 9: The Trifecta of Facebook: 3 Ways to Leverage Facebook to Grow Your Business
May 23, 2019 13:49 - 35 minutes - 24.4 MBKaty and Melanie talk with Sarah Williams, who left her career in luxury sales and jewelry design to be home with her children, only to discover that she wanted more for herself, her marriage, and family. Sarah discusses the 3 ways that you can leverage Facebook to grow your business.You can find her on Instagram: @momsofbusiness, Facebook: Moms of Business, and www.momsofbusiness.comChic Influencer website: chicinfluencer.com/Chic Influencer Instagram: www.instagram.com/chicinfluencer/Join ...
Episode 8: The Truth About "Hey Girl" Messages with Kayla Ybanez
May 16, 2019 13:18 - 31 minutes - 21.3 MBKayla took her passion for Instagram marketing and turned it into her business while caring for her daughter who was hospitalized for unknown bone marrow failure. She provides 3 foundational ways to avoid those icky sounding hey girl messages. You can find her on Instagram www.instagram.com/kaylaybanez.Chic Influencer website: chicinfluencer.com/Chic Influencer Instagram: www.instagram.com/chicinfluencer/Join the Chic Community: chicinfluencer.mykajabi.com/BecomeAChicMember
Episode 7: Why Is My Downline Quitting?
May 09, 2019 13:29 - 44 minutes - 30.6 MB89% of network marketers believe that their downlines leave because they aren't making money. Katy and Melanie share the real reasons why your downline might be leaving. Tune in to hear the 6 reasons why the downline is quitting and how to cultivate a culture of growth, abundance and leadership.Chic Influencer website: chicinfluencer.com/Chic Influencer Instagram: www.instagram.com/chicinfluencer/Join the Chic Community: chicinfluencer.mykajabi.com/BecomeAChicMember
Episode 6: Do You See The Rocks Or The Shovel?
May 01, 2019 19:25 - 17 minutes - 12.3 MBKaty shares a story about a mindset shift she just can't stop thinking about. It's a great metaphor for building a business that's too good not to share! Plus, she gives 3 easy-to-implement calls to action that all business owners can apply now for guaranteed results.Chic Influencer website: www.chicinfluencer.comChic Influencer Instagram: www.instagram.com/chicinfluencer/Join the Chic Community: chicinfluencer.mykajabi.com/BecomeAChicMember
Episode 5: How To Beyoncify Your Business
May 01, 2019 19:25 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MBHave you watched Homecoming yet on Netflix? Beyonce's two-hour performance called for 8 months of prep, hours of choreography development, lighting, marketing, music, and more. Today we discuss 5 things you can learn from the Queen B herself.
Episode 3: The PLANN App with Mackayla Hall
May 01, 2019 19:24 - 41 minutes - 28.8 MBToday we want to introduce you to one of our favorite apps for Instagram scheduling and analytics. Truly, we would be LOST without this app! In this episode, we got the chance to speak with Mackayla Hall, a rockstar businesswoman who runs the PLANN app's marketing and social media.Chic Influencer website: chicinfluencer.com/Chic Influencer Instagram: www.instagram.com/chicinfluencer/Join the Chic Community: chicinfluencer.mykajabi.com/BecomeAChicMember
Episode 4: How To Leverage Rewards Trips
May 01, 2019 19:23 - 17 minutes - 12.3 MBEverything you earn through your company is an opportunity to showcase how incredible network marketing truly is! In this episode, we discuss how to take advantage of rewards trips and use them to grow your business.
Episode 2: Is This Word Killing Your Business?
May 01, 2019 19:21 - 16 minutes - 11.2 MBWe challenge you to remove this word from your vocabulary. Curious what it is? Grab your coffee and listen to our latest episode to find out!Chic Influencer website: chicinfluencer.com/Chic Influencer Instagram: www.instagram.com/chicinfluencer/Join the Chic Community: chicinfluencer.mykajabi.com/BecomeAChicMember
Episode 1: Introducing Make Chic Happen!
May 01, 2019 19:20 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MBWelcome to Make Chic Happen with Melanie Mitro and Katy Ursta! In this episode, hear more about your hosts and how they got their businesses started. Click here to learn more about the Chic Influencer Community: https://chicinfluencer.com/community/Chic Influencer website: chicinfluencer.com/Chic Influencer Instagram: www.instagram.com/chicinfluencer/