Direct AF

What are you doing today to make your life truly special? For Travis, working every day to be intentional and disciplined gives him the meaning he craves--and he wants the same for you.  Travis Brown is a chief podcaster who specializes in helping other entrepreneurs and coaches create, launch and grow their podcasts. He's professionally known as “the life of the party” because of his hit product, Pod Decks. He's here with Lisa today to talk about the growth of his business.  On this episode of Direct AF Sales, Lisa jams with Travis about everything from his childhood to his online content engagement. Travis is a master when it comes to staying one step ahead of his competition, being empathetic towards everyone (including the haters), and enjoying the journey of life. Today he's also opened up his entrepreneurial toolbox, so you can see inside tune in to learn how to elicit emotional reaction, how to communicate effectively, and how to overcome self-doubt. Join them today and lock yourself into a culture of connection, growth, and value.    What You'll Learn:  How Travis regularly gets people to share things they've never shared before What being a “realist” means to Travis, and how he lives by his morals of authenticity and character Why getting an emotional reaction from your podcast interviewee/spouse/other party is the best, most effective way to communicate And so much more!   Favorite Quote:  “Communication is so important, and that's the force behind what I do. Let's get people talking, and let's get people off the beaten path.” Travis Brown   How To Get Involved:  Find and connect with Travis on his website. Get your own set of Pod Decks here.  Find Lisa on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook. This podcast is all about unapologetic, honest, and raw discussions. Tune in for ideas, strategies, and guests who share their ideas for individuals with side gigs or full-time careers in sales. Every week, find a new episode full of action plans to help you find what it takes to succeed in today's competitive selling and consuming environment. We sincerely hope you enjoyed the episode. If you still have an appetite, hop over to Apple Podcasts for more. Like and share to help spread the word. We appreciate your support—and we hope to return the favor. Leave a rating and a review to let us know what you thought. Your feedback means the world!

What decisions are you making today to create impactful memories? Whether it's vacationing, working, or just daily living, it's important to Rob to that you make the biggest impact with your actions. When you can reach that level, then know you've really “made it.”  Rob Sperry is the king of the selling marking--direct selling, social selling, you name it. He is a coach, author of The Game of Networking, and a top-rated speaker, to name a few. He's here with Lisa today to share his successes, but also his failures, struggles, and ultimate triumphs over the challenges of entrepreneurship.  On this episode of Direct AF, Lisa jams with Rob about his journey to entrepreneurial freedom. He's listed many goals over the years, and on today's show he's reflecting on the ones he's reached, as well as the ones he has planned: retirement, family vacations, personal connections. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about defining your why, disciplining your mind, and creating a winning streak.    What You'll Learn:    How Rob grew his entrepreneurial income from $400 a month to over six figures annually What the difference is between a like and a love, and why defining that difference will help you reach your goals Why goals are so important in order to give yourself the gift of trajectory And so much more!   Favorite Quote:  “Good leaders have vision. Great leaders give vision.” Rob Sperry     How To Get Involved:  Find and connect with Rob on his website. Find Lisa on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook. This podcast is all about unapologetic, honest, and raw discussions. Tune in for ideas, strategies, and guests who share their ideas for individuals with side gigs or full-time careers in sales. Every week, find a new episode full of action plans to help you find what it takes to succeed in today's competitive selling and consuming environment. We sincerely hope you enjoyed the episode. If you still have an appetite, hop over to Apple Podcasts for more. Like and share to help spread the word. We appreciate your support—and we hope to return the favor. Leave a rating and a review to let us know what you thought. Your feedback means the world!

Are you left-brained or right-brained? Do you see things as smaller parts of larger systems? Do you face problems logically or interpersonally? And what does that have to do with your daily business practice? Dr. Kim's answer is, it has everything to do with your business practice--and your business's future.  Dr. Andrew Kim is the co-founder of an advisory firm that specializes in scaling businesses. His expertise is in the space between strategy and culture, where he helps businesses to marry the two in their growth. He also authored Culture for the Left-Brained Leader. He's here today with Lisa talking about culture transformations in business.  On this episode of Direct AF, Lisa jams with Dr. Andrew Kim about the issues that businesses commonly face, and how you can navigate them with a few easy tricks. Dr. Kim has faced many challenges in his own business, and he's found so many solutions that he's collected them all in his new book. Get a sneak peek today, and hear him talk about the best way to approach daily business practice, develop your business culture, and create routines that will yield you long-term results.    What You'll Learn:  How reverse engineering and relearning helped Andrew learn how to scale his own business sustainably and avoid straining his team What Dr. Kim's pillars of business are, and how you can apply them in your own management practice Why it took a leap of faith for Dr. Andrew Kim to implement his own ideas And so much more!   Favorite Quote:  “It took a leap of faith, discipline, consistency, and repetition to hit that critical mass. But once we were there, problems were organically solved. We had results. ” Dr. Andrew Kim   How To Get Involved:  You can learn more about Dr. Kim and his book, Culture for the Left-Brained Leader, on his website. Win A Free Copy Of Direct AF Sales Find Lisa on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook. This podcast is all about unapologetic, honest, and raw discussions. Tune in for ideas, strategies, and guests who share their ideas for individuals with side gigs or full-time careers in sales. Every week, find a new episode full of action plans to help you find what it takes to succeed in today's competitive selling and consuming environment. We sincerely hope you enjoyed the episode. If you still have an appetite, hop over to Apple Podcasts for more. Like and share to help spread the word. We appreciate your support—and we hope to return the favor. Leave a rating and a review to let us know what you thought. Your feedback means the world!

How did you learn the value of a dollar? For Emily, her parents taught her early just how hard it is to earn money on your own. She credits her work ethic to this lesson, and has brought it with her every day--ever since she took her first jobs (yes, jobs) at age 14.  Emily Frisella is the founder of the business Fit Home & Health. She launched her first business at age 20, wrote two bestselling cookbooks, hosted a podcast, and founded the Women in Business Workshop, among many other things. She's here today to walk us through how she plans and executes her days to be the most effective bad*ss she can be.  On this episode of Direct AF, Lisa interviews Emily about her experience launching and running Fit Home & Health. She's learned a lot over the years: what the difference is between good busy and bad busy, the importance of finding a community on your wavelength, and the role of work ethic in your daily life. Tune in today to hear stories, advice, and banter that will help you revitalize your entrepreneurial energy and take the next step in your journey.    What You'll Learn:  How playing volleyball taught Emily the value of losing, competition, and working for your win What Emily does in a day to keep herself effectively busy and avoid overexerting herself Why part of Emily's mantra is “humble yourself,” and how being humble will help you as an entrepreneur And so much more!   Favorite Quote:  “Through everything, I learned how important it is to ask for help. We are all surrounded by people who are waiting to help. You can do your own thing and provide for yourself, and help will only make you stronger.” Emily Frisella   How To Get Involved:  You can learn more about Emily Frisella on Fit Home & Health's website. You can also find her on Instagram.  Win A Free Copy Of Direct AF Sales Find Lisa on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook. This podcast is all about unapologetic, honest, and raw discussions. Tune in for ideas, strategies, and guests who share their ideas for individuals with side gigs or full-time careers in sales. Every week, find a new episode full of action plans to help you find what it takes to succeed in today's competitive selling and consuming environment. We sincerely hope you enjoyed the episode. If you still have an appetite, hop over to Apple Podcasts for more. Like and share to help spread the word. We appreciate your support—and we hope to return the favor. Leave a rating and a review to let us know what you thought. Your feedback means the world!

Tim and Lisa have a lot in common: they both believe in the power of collaboration, they are both on the entrepreneurial grind, and they both quote the same Winnie the Pooh line: “you are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think.”    Tim Fitzpatrick is an entrepreneur and the owner of Rialto Marketing, which helps businesses simplify their marketing strategies. Not only did he build it himself, he also scaled it; his knowledge of math and his experience helping his dad's business grow has let him reach major success. He's here today with Lisa to talk about networking, experiencing, and thriving.    On this episode of Direct AF, Tim shares his entrepreneurial journey with Lisa. He's learned a lot in his years of business--like how to turn the challenge of the 2008 recession into an opportunity to learn the ins and outs of short sales and foreclosures. He found a way to match his skill set and his interest to his business, and that's how Rialto was formed. Tune in to hear his advice on marketing, communicating, and creating processes.  What You'll Learn:  How Tim grew his business quickly, efficiently, and sustainably Why simplifying your marketing is so much more effective to communicate the right message to the right people What the differences are between marketing and sales, and how best to close that gap And so much more! Favorite Quote:  “I started from the ground up. I left my comfort zone every day, and that's what expanded my comfort zone. It made me a better person.” Tim Fitzpatrick How To Get Involved:    Find Tim here on LinkedIn. Find his business, Rialto Marketing, here.   Win A Free Copy Of Direct AF Sales Find Lisa on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook. This podcast is all about unapologetic, honest, and raw discussions. Tune in for ideas, strategies, and guests who share their ideas for individuals with side gigs or full-time careers in sales. Every week, find a new episode full of action plans to help you find what it takes to succeed in today's competitive selling and consuming environment. We sincerely hope you enjoyed the episode. If you still have an appetite, hop over to Apple Podcasts for more. Like and share to help spread the word. We appreciate your support—and we hope to return the favor. Leave a rating and a review to let us know what you thought. Your feedback means the world!

Amy's Italian beauty brand is a crossroads of things she loves; selling, business, and self-care. She believes in it so much that she bathes in it; in bath salts from Sicily and Milan, that is. She's mastered the balance of creating something you love that others can love too, and she's here today with Lisa to share how.   Amy Parsons is the CEO of Mazzafiato LLC. She launched the company after a sixteen-year career as a trained attorney at Colorado State University. It was her love of travel and local heritage brands that led her to start her beauty import brand. She's here with Lisa today talking about her experience building her business and making a life that she could connect with.   On this episode of Direct AF Sales, Lisa reflects with Amy about her courage. This courage has led her from an unfulfilling but stable career to a wildly successful entrepreneurial journey, where she sells Italian heritage brands. She's leaving a lasting legacy for her children, one that includes the value of hard work, innovation, and staying true to yourself. Tune in today to hear her advice on pivoting, ‘the law of small numbers,' and payoffs.  What You'll Learn:  Why an alignment between your own values and your business's values is integral to a sustainable career How Amy launched her website in less than a year, and how she got into beauty and ecommerce after a long career in law What it looks like to be a strong, independent female entrepreneur, and what it takes to follow your entrepreneurial dream And so much more! Favorite Quote:  “It's good to have a vision, and go after it, and be able to stay true to yourself.” Amy Parsons How To Get Involved:    Find Amy on LinkedIn.   Win A Free Copy Of Direct AF Sales Find Lisa on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook. This podcast is all about unapologetic, honest, and raw discussions. Tune in for ideas, strategies, and guests who share their ideas for individuals with side gigs or full-time careers in sales. Every week, find a new episode full of action plans to help you find what it takes to succeed in today's competitive selling and consuming environment. We sincerely hope you enjoyed the episode. If you still have an appetite, hop over to Apple Podcasts for more. Like and share to help spread the word. We appreciate your support—and we hope to return the favor. Leave a rating and a review to let us know what you thought. Your feedback means the world!

Confidence is your best accessory, and it comes from knowing and loving your authentic self. Ali Levine helped people to tap into that confidence as a celebrity stylist for many years. Not everyone she worked with was grateful for what she offered, however. It took a client blowing up her phone during a traumatic birth experience for Ali to realize that she wanted something more. She felt called to really serve the collective and step into her own evolution. Experiencing postpartum depression, Ali reluctantly got into meditation. It was hard for her at first, but eventually she realized all it had to offer.   Diving deeper into her own healing, Ali stumbled upon breath work. By the time she was ready to birth her second child, Ali was well versed in the benefits of breath work.  Utilizing it during her delivery, Ali was truly amazed by what it could truly do. That was when she knew this was something she had to share with others. Now she's getting certified in breath work, so she can teach this art to others.   What You'll Learn: How breathwork can help to transform your life. How to override your ego and tap into your higher self. What Ali's favorite book is and what it taught her. How breath work differs from meditation.   Favorite Quote: “I really believe our breath is sacred; it's our life source.” -Ali Levine

What should you do when you've failed again to reach a big goal? Brad's answer is, forgive yourself--and then start seeking out smaller goals. He wants you to choose to be confident, to meet new people, and to start doing what you say you will. This, he says, will make you a winner.    Brad Lea is a web-based sales guru. He is a master of thought leadership and sales management. His methods of training, developing, and improving have helped countless companies to reach new heights. Because of his resilience and work ethic, he is now a wildly successful CEO, but he never forgets his humble beginning. This is what drives him to help everyone, from individuals to companies.    On this episode of Direct AF sales, Lisa has a heart-to-heart with Brad about what it takes to make it from the bottom to the top. Brad is a testament to the power of resourcefulness; not only did he build his empire by himself, but he's also helping others do the same. He's here with Lisa today explaining how he virtualized his training process, how he's changed his perspective on failure, and how he's helped many people find self-confidence. Tune in to hear their jam session and collect a new vision for yourself as someone who's worth it. What You'll Learn:  What the six steps are for changing behaviors, getting results, and becoming a winner What the four key ingredients are for training individuals to be better salespeople, and how to deliver those ingredients in a way that sticks How your mindset will fuel your networking, your resourcefulness, and your success And so much more! Favorite Quote:  “Just do a little bit more, and achieve your small goals, and you'll start racking up the wins.” Brad Lea How to Get Involved:    You can find Brad on his website.   Win A Free Copy Of Direct AF Sales Find Lisa on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook. This podcast is all about unapologetic, honest, and raw discussions. Tune in for ideas, strategies, and guests who share their ideas for individuals with side gigs or full-time careers in sales. Every week, find a new episode full of action plans to help you find what it takes to succeed in today's competitive selling and consuming environment. We sincerely hope you enjoyed the episode. If you still have an appetite, hop over to Apple Podcasts for more. Like and share to help spread the word. We appreciate your support—and we hope to return the favor. Leave a rating and a review to let us know what you thought. Your feedback means the world!

Lisa has her mentor and friend, Joan Robison, on the show today. With a new coaching course coming out July 6th, Joan is here to share her journey to this point. It all started with a leap she took in 2001. While she loved her job at Nordstrom, she was a single mom that was missing precious time with her son. She decided to start a direct sales business and built it up over a year before she was able to leave her other job.  She would go on to spend the next 20 years as a top producer.  She established and grew three multi-million dollar sales organizations.  She realized that her real passion, however, lay in serving others.  She wanted to help others to overcome fear and mindset challenges like she had done.  In 2020 she felt God lead her to write a book to expand her reach. Flip The Switch teaches readers how to take negative thoughts and flip them into something that is more beneficial to them. What You'll Learn: What the mother of all fears is for most entrepreneurs.  How a trip to Dubai changed Joan's life.  How many of our thoughts are wasted on fear. The three proven secrets to building more leaders in your business. Favorite Quote: “I have a tip for you; It's gonna be hard before the payoff.” -Joan Robison

Melford Bibens has created a system that unlocks a hidden network marketing method.  He's set to launch his book, podcast, and in-depth course titled 7-FIgure Network soon!  The course is broken down into three parts, with the first third of the program all about getting yourself prepared.  You'll learn about yourself, the company, and the product. Part two teaches you how to work with the doctor, and part three is all about objection handling. With a goal of winning over doctors and providing them with the tools to market your product, all they have to do is write a recommendation. Melford hopes to change the entire network marketing industry.  If you're interested in jumping on board, and changing the trajectory of your life, sign up at www.7figurenetwork.com.  What You'll Learn: How the 7-Figure Network book and course are different. Why you should get the business owner to take your product home. How to take pressure off the business owner. When the 7-Figure Network course is set to launch. Favorite Quote: “The toolbox alone could just be the course, but we want to make sure you learn all the reasons why the tools are so important.” -Melford Bibens

Amy's Italian beauty brand is a crossroads of things she loves; selling, business, and self-care. She believes in it so much that she bathes in it; in bath salts from Sicily and Milan, that is. She's mastered the balance of creating something you love that others can love too, and she's here today with Lisa to share how.  Amy Parsons is the CEO of Mazzafiato LLC. She launched the company after a sixteen-year career as a trained attorney at Colorado State University. It was her love of travel and local heritage brands that led her to start her beauty import brand. She's here with Lisa today talking about her experience building her business and making a life that she could connect with. In this episode of Direct AF Sales, Lisa reflects with Amy on her courage. This courage has led her from an unfulfilling but stable career to a wildly successful entrepreneurial journey, where she sells Italian heritage brands. She's leaving a lasting legacy for her children, one that includes the value of hard work, innovation, and staying true to yourself. Tune in today to hear her advice on pivoting, ‘the law of small numbers,' and payoffs. What You'll Learn:    Why an alignment between your own values and your business's values is integral to a sustainable career How Amy launched her website in less than a year, and how she got into beauty and eCommerce after a long career in law What it looks like to be a strong, independent female entrepreneur, and what it takes to follow your entrepreneurial dream And so much more! Favorite Quote:  “It's good to have a vision, and go after it, and be able to stay true to yourself.” - Amy Parsons  How To Get Involved:  Find Amy on LinkedIn. Win A Free Copy Of Direct AF Sales Find Lisa on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook. This podcast is all about unapologetic, honest, and raw discussions. Tune in for ideas, strategies, and guests who share their ideas for individuals with side gigs or full-time careers in sales. Every week, find a new episode full of action plans to help you find what it takes to succeed in today's competitive selling and consuming environment. We sincerely hope you enjoyed the episode. If you still have an appetite, hop over to Apple Podcasts for more. Like and share to help spread the word. We appreciate your support—and we hope to return the favor. Leave a rating and a review to let us know what you thought. Your feedback means the world!

If you've ever gotten stuck on something--a job, a missed opportunity--you know how hard it can be to move past it. For Lauren, these pauses are a great way to check in with yourself and reflect on what you're trying to accomplish. Is it holding you back, or are you holding yourself back?  Lauren is a mental performance coach and speaker. Before opening her own consulting practice, Lauren served as the Mental Conditioning Coordinator for the New York Yankees. She received her Master's Degree in Performance Psychology from National University. Lauren helps elite individuals hone their mental toughness, so they can perform their best regardless of circumstance. On this episode of Direct AF Sales, Lisa jams with Lauren about the reality of meeting goals. Lauren left a lifelong soccer career after her fifth concussion, and never looked back. She learned a lot about resiliency, and she has dedicated her life to helping others do the same. She's here with Lisa today to talk about success: definitions, timelines, motivation, outcomes. Tune in to hear their real talk and come away with new ideas about showing up, doing the work, and becoming a better version of yourself.  What You'll Learn:  Why focusing on what you can control can help you redefine success and act from a place of power, rather than fear What you can take away from adversity and failure, and how you can make your own opportunity  How you might be holding yourself back by demanding too much of yourself And so much more! Favorite Quote:  “What we think ‘better' means is better results--no mistakes, being number one. But what better actually means is showing up imperfect.” - Lauren Johnson How To Get Involved:  Find Lauren's website here.  Win A Free Copy Of Direct AF Sales Find Lisa on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook. This podcast is all about unapologetic, honest, and raw discussions. Tune in for ideas, strategies, and guests who share their ideas for individuals with side gigs or full-time careers in sales. Every week, find a new episode full of action plans to help you find what it takes to succeed in today's competitive selling and consuming environment. We sincerely hope you enjoyed the episode. If you still have an appetite, hop over to Apple Podcasts for more. Like and share to help spread the word. We appreciate your support—and we hope to return the favor. Leave a rating and a review to let us know what you thought. Your feedback means the world!

It's international Women's Day and Lisa is joined by her friend and veteran entrepreneur, Denise Cooper.  Growing up, Denise never had dreams of owning her own business.  She went to school with a plan of becoming a teacher or a counselor, but then she met her husband.  Starting from nothing, Denise and her husband built up a successful equipment rental business.   For years she felt like a worker bee with no real title.  7 years ago, Denise's husband handed her the reins and she took 100% ownership of the company.  That shift changed her mindset and gave her a new outlook.  She went on to further her skillset as a business owner and really found who she was.  The new company culture was a catalyst for expansion.   What You'll Learn: How to be intentional and present. How to maintain balance when working from home. What it means to diversify yourself. What the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program is. Favorite Quote: “30 years is a lifetime, but it's also a blink of the eye.”-Denise Cooper How to Get Involved:  Win A Free Copy Of Direct AF Sales Find Lisa on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook. This podcast is all about unapologetic, honest, and raw discussions. Tune in for ideas, strategies, and guests who share their ideas for individuals with side gigs or full-time careers in sales. Every week, find a new episode full of action plans to help you find what it takes to succeed in today's competitive selling and consuming environment. We sincerely hope you enjoyed the episode. If you still have an appetite, hop over to Apple Podcasts for more. Like and share to help spread the word. We appreciate your support—and we hope to return the favor. Leave a rating and a review to let us know what you thought. Your feedback means the world!

What actions do you need to take to be happy with the money that you make? To Alex, the starting point is to ensure that it is “good money” -- money that allows you to say no to anything that doesn't align with your own values.  Alex is a strategy entrepreneur, author, and executive coach. He built and scaled companies in Europe and Canada, and led client projects across the world, helping brands and firms transform their businesses. His areas of expertise are strategy development, leadership development, and entrepreneurship. His passion lies in helping clients build profitable businesses rooted in purpose, i.e., doing well while doing good. Based in Vancouver, Canada, he speaks on the topics of intentional strategy and entrepreneurship. In his upcoming book, he presents a new framework called "The Nine Elements of Organizational Identity,” together with a step-by-step process to bring it to life. He's a storyteller with an academic background  in General Management, with degrees from EBS University (Germany) and Universidad ORT (Uruguay), as well as certificates from INSEAD (France) and Harvard Business School (USA). On this episode of Direct AF Sales, Lisa sits down with Alex and has an honest conversation about entrepreneurship. They jam on Alex's new book The Strategy Legacy, and fueling your tank, and more intentional action around money. There are many takeaways an entrepreneur could find in today's podcast, such as connecting your heart to your business in what Alex calls “conscious capitalism;” or how to avoid “shiny object syndrome.” Tune in for a masterclass on success, and find out the true impact of strategy.   What You'll Learn: How Alex went from being a radio journalist to a consultant to a founder of his own company Why money can't make you happy; and what money can do instead What links together strategy, purpose, and awareness, and why that combination can help your business last sustainably And so much more! Favorite Quote:  “The moment you're only in it for the money is the moment that you're exchangeable. You have to fuel your business with purpose.” Alex Brueckmann How to Get Involved: Alex Brueckmann can be found on his website. Win A Free Copy Of Direct AF Sales Find Lisa on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook. This podcast is all about unapologetic, honest, and raw discussions. Tune in for ideas, strategies, and guests who share their ideas for individuals with side gigs or full-time careers in sales. Every week, find a new episode full of action plans to help you find what it takes to succeed in today's competitive selling and consuming environment. We sincerely hope you enjoyed the episode. If you still have an appetite, hop over to Apple Podcasts for more. Like and share to help spread the word. We appreciate your support—and we hope to return the favor. Leave a rating and a review to let us know what you thought. Your feedback means the world!    

Direct AF is more than just a style of communication, it's the title of Lisa Hocker's book and podcast.  She says that ‘direct AF' is how she approaches being a mother, entrepreneur, recovering trial attorney, author, creator, and podcaster. Lisa knew from an early age that she wanted to do big things and help people.   She's done just that, first as a prosecutor, then as a trial attorney, and finally as an entrepreneur.  From putting bad guys behind bars to helping women with their skincare, Lisa has always put her all into everything she's done.  She practices discipline over motivation, and tries to help others to do the same. What You'll Learn: How the cover of Time magazine inspired Lisa to become a prosecutor.  How being direct makes life easier. How Lisa balanced 4 kids under 4 with working full time.  How multi-level marketing works.  Favorite Quote: “People have to get to a point where they're sick and tired of being sick and tired.” -Lisa Hocker

A misunderstanding can ruin anything--a business, a relationship with others, or even yourself. Corey's calling is to help people avoid this by combining perspectives to solve problems; he gives companies a unique, full 360-degree view of their operation and brings understanding and cohesion to everyone he meets. Corey Berrier is a renowned sales consultant who's sold everything except houses and cars. He works hard to help companies achieve their fullest potential through accountability and perspective. With his guidance, businesses can marry the views of all their employees to reach much further than before. He's here today with Lisa to discuss his entrepreneurial journey and experiences in investments, adversity, and comebacks.  On this episode of Direct AF Sales, Lisa steps through Corey's business ventures, from his newspaper business to his current sales consultancy.  Because of his calm demeanor and work ethic, he's come back many times--after an arrest, a lawsuit, and a battle with mental health, to name a few. Tune in to hear his take on beating the odds to successfully learn, grow, and ultimately make it and land his goals. What You'll Learn: What microdosing is, and how it helped Corey get back on his feet after several setbacks How to overcome control issues to let the full effect of life take you to new heights Why it's so important to overcome your inner insecurities to see your self-value, attain a state of patience, and do what you want to do And so much more!   Favorite Quote: “You're here for you. Who gives a sh*t what they're doing? Pay attention to you.”   Corey Berrier   How to Get Involved:  Find Corey on his website. Win A Free Copy Of Direct AF Sales Find Lisa on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook. This podcast is all about unapologetic, honest, and raw discussions. Tune in for ideas, strategies, and guests who share their ideas for individuals with side gigs or full-time careers in sales. Every week, find a new episode full of action plans to help you find what it takes to succeed in today's competitive selling and consuming environment. We sincerely hope you enjoyed the episode. If you still have an appetite, hop over to Apple Podcasts for more. Like and share to help spread the word. We appreciate your support—and we hope to return the favor. Leave a rating and a review to let us know what you thought. Your feedback means the world!

What's the common denominator when it comes to community, the hustle, and adaptability? To Deanna, it's as simple as fun. She's here to share with you her own story, and invite you to share yours. Deanna Kuempel runs the Label Free Podcast, which is all about breaking stereotypes and society's expectations of us. She was raised by entrepreneurs, and today she's continuing that legacy of self-starting and hard work. She's here today as a testament to marathon long hours and adapting to new ideas in order to lead your own life. On this episode of Direct AF Sales, Lisa interviews Deanna about her entrepreneurial journey, from her very first job as a house cleaner/grass cutter/babysitter to her successes as a business owner with more that $20 million in sales. Now, with her podcast over two years old, Deanna's jamming about her career evolution, her joyful outlook on life, and her advice when it comes to love, self-love, and self-worth. What You'll Learn:  What is so appealing to Deanna and Lisa about the entrepreneurial lifestyle How Deanna Kuempel built her own entrepreneurial empire and what she's learned through all her experiences Why you have to overcome self-doubt, promote yourself, and hustle in order to be honest and real in your entrepreneurship  And so much more! Favorite Quote:  “You have to grow along with it. No matter what industry you're in, what venture you're trying to go on, you're going to evolve right alongside it.” -Deanna Kuempel   How to Get Involved:  Find Deanna Kuempel on Instagram and find her online coaching form, podcast information, and more here.  Win A Free Copy Of Direct AF Sales Find Lisa on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook. This podcast is all about unapologetic, honest, and raw discussions. Tune in for ideas, strategies, and guests who share their ideas for individuals with side gigs or full-time careers in sales. Every week, find a new episode full of action plans to help you find what it takes to succeed in today's competitive selling and consuming environment. We sincerely hope you enjoyed the episode. If you still have an appetite, hop over to Apple Podcasts for more. Like and share to help spread the word. We appreciate your support—and we hope to return the favor. Leave a rating and a review to let us know what you thought. Your feedback means the world!  

Leslie Zann has overcome personal experiences of loss, abuse, betrayal, and illness, and now inspires others to live with Courage and claim the life they desire. She was awarded the National Speaker's Association's highest honor of Certified Speaking Professional and has presented live to more than 100,000 people around the world dedicated to achieving their full potential and living their best life. Leslie's latest book, Outrageous Achievement, a #1 International Bestseller on Amazon, guides people to discover their courage and step past limiting beliefs and create exponential success in all areas of their lives. With over 30 years in the sales profession, Leslie has a solid reputation as an expert trainer and motivator.   Connect with Leslie: Leslie Zann   How to Get Involved: Win A Free Copy Of Direct AF Sales  LinkedIn Instagram Facebook This podcast is all about unapologetic, honest and raw discussions, ideas, strategies, and guests who share new ideas for individuals with side gigs or full-time careers in sales. Look for episodes with action plans, mindset work surrounding what it takes to succeed in today's competitive selling and consuming environment. We sincerely hope you enjoyed the episode. If you still have an appetite, hop over to  Apple Podcasts for more. Like and share to help spread the word. We appreciate your support—and we hope to return the favor. Leave a rating and a review, letting us know what you thought. Your feedback means the world!

You would rarely imagine your side business booming and earning you more money and fame than your regular job or business does. But, knowing your guest today might let you reconsider your thought.  Tony doesn't consider any business a side hustle as he says, “If you think of it as a hobby, you're going to get hobby results. If you treat things like part-time and less important, you're going to get part-time, less important results.” Tony made it to the top creating his website as a side business he took up as a challenge while running parallel full-time jobs. His focus on creating good results without differentiating between partial and full-time service, deep passion for the work, and innate creativity soon turned his website into a top-notch position. He is proud to announce, “It grew into something profiting about $400,000 a year as a side business.” And then, in a few years, Tony and his partner sold the website for millions of dollars. Today, Tony Whatley is the Founder of 365 Driven, a multi-tiered business coaching and consulting company bent on creating new success stories consistently. His indomitable spirit, optimism, and never-give-up attitude turned him into a creator of his destiny. In this episode of Direct AF Sales, Lisa and Tony stir you up with a mind-blowing conversation. They cover up a ton of great stuff on Tony's past, contributing a great deal to his entrepreneurial journey, how he found a niche to build his multi-million dollar business, what core values he glued to, and much more. Tune in not to miss any rare, powerful qualities that imbibing can take you a level ahead.   What you will learn: How being born with a humble background, hard-working parents, facing various challenges, and an internal drive to ‘get what I want' helped Tony build a strong foundation.  What hardships he took up in his early years. Why it is essential to keep even the slightest commitment to yourself and never lie on that. What instigated Tony to write his book ‘Side Hustle Millionaire' which turned out to be one of the bestselling books. And much more!   Favorite Quote: “Confidence is not something you're born with. It's not genetic but learned behavior. It's things that we believe and things that we shouldn't believe that are holding us back.” -          Tony Whatley   How to Get Involved: Connect with Tony: 365 Driven Side Hustle Millionaire Book LinkedIn Facebook   Connect with Lisa: Win A Free Copy Of Direct AF Sales LinkedIn Instagram Facebook This podcast is all about unapologetic, honest and raw discussions, ideas, strategies, and guests who share new ideas for individuals with side gigs or full-time careers in sales.  Look for episodes with action plans, mindset work surrounding what it takes to succeed in today's competitive selling and consuming environment. We sincerely hope you enjoyed the episode. If you still have an appetite, hop over to Apple Podcasts for more. Like and share to help spread the word. We appreciate your support—and we hope to return the favor. Leave a rating and a review, letting us know what you thought. Your feedback means the world!

Have you ever visualized what life's going to look like with that one bold step you haven't yet taken in fear of failure?  Fear of failing can turn you cripple –holding you back ruining some of the most incredible opportunities along your way. But not everyone succumbs to it. Tamra says, “The times that I failed were my absolute greatest lessons and what really propelled me forward every time, so now I have no fear of failure.” Having an entrepreneurial bent of mind, Tamra discovered she wanted to start something of her own in her early 20s while she was working at her Dad's office and parallel in a clinic. She says, “I visualized what I wanted for my life outside of being someone's daughter or someone's employee and what that would look like.” Being in wellness and body treatment for years lent added dimension for her. Tamra Wilson is now the Personal Development Life Coach at Tamra Leigh Coaching, empowering women to find meaning and true purpose in their lives.  In this episode of Direct AF Sales, Tamra gives an authentic account of her extraordinary life journey to Lisa. She lets on her fears, apprehensions, struggles, imposter syndromes, and every negativity putting bumps on her pathway and how she beat them down with her confidence, clear vision, an intense passion for her work, and guidance of her coach. Tune in to be encouraged, equipped, and elevated from where you are at present to where you want to be in the future. What You Will Learn: What Tamra did to deal with the low times in her life and what helped keep her head and mindset in the proper place at such times. How her “fake job'' turned into a “ real job” in her life. Why Tamra feels it's crucial to find a good coach in life and how she benefited from her coaches. And much more!   Favorite Quote: “An important part in finding a coach is just being sure that you're going to be able to work well together, and then it's life-changing.” -Tamra Wilson   Connect With Tamra: Website Facebook Instagram    How to Get Involved: Win A Free Copy Of Direct AF Sales LinkedIn Instagram Facebook This podcast is all about unapologetic, honest and raw discussions, ideas, strategies, and guests who share new ideas for individuals with side gigs or full-time careers in sales.  Look for episodes with action plans, mindset work surrounding what it takes to succeed in today's competitive selling and consuming environment. We sincerely hope you enjoyed the episode. If you still have an appetite, hop over to  Apple Podcasts for more. Like and share to help spread the word. We appreciate your support—and we hope to return the favor. Leave a rating and a review, letting us know what you thought. Your feedback means the world!

Ever have you imagined a marathon runner making a mark with her incredible performance in Direct Sales and Network Marketing? Scottie grabbed the opportunity, discovered a new path, and excelled in it. A “Mom of three” got reconnected to her true passion after years. As she says, “I feel like I have had kind of a Renaissance…I needed something that was going to put some fuel into my tank, that I needed that was outside the identity of just mom.” Scottie Durrett had run in a couple of marathons, ultra-marathons, and many more, accomplishing extraordinary feats. She had been in Retail Sales and other services, always enjoying new stuff, giving her 100%. Starting her entrepreneurial journey with Network Marketing had been challenging, but her persistent self and experiences never let her step back. Now, she is a self-motivated, powerful woman winning every step she makes. In this episode of Direct AF Sales, Lisa and Scottie dive deep into the path of making a true entrepreneur. The women believe it will never be smooth terrain unless you break your way with “discipline, consistency, resilience, grit, and self-belief” and many more.  Tune in to listen to this fascinating conversation and prod yourself into ‘what could be your next move to your dreams'.   What You Will Learn: What parallels exist between training yourself up for a Marathon and an entrepreneurial journey. How Scottie dealt with criticisms made in an attempt to derail her journey. How easily you can get discouraged and unmotivated by comparing your journey of success with someone else'. Why entrepreneurial journey cannot lead to overnight success and what it requires to make ‘a success story'. And much more!   Favorite Quote: “Celebrate all the wins, no matter the size. And just trust that if you put in consistent, hard work, it will compound, and it will turn into something unbelievably amazing.”   Scottie Durrett   Connect with Scottie: LinkedIn Instagram Facebook    How to Get Involved: Win A Free Copy Of Direct AF Sales LinkedIn Instagram Facebook This podcast is all about unapologetic, honest and raw discussions, ideas, strategies, and guests who share new ideas for individuals with side gigs or full-time careers in sales.  Look for episodes with action plans, mindset work surrounding what it takes to succeed in today's competitive selling and consuming environment. We sincerely hope you enjoyed the episode. If you still have an appetite, hop over to  Apple Podcasts for more. Like and share to help spread the word. We appreciate your support—and we hope to return the favor. Leave a rating and a review, letting us know what you thought. Your feedback means the world!

Shyness, embarrassment, fear–oftentimes, we let these feelings hold us back. But it doesn't have to be that way. You can learn how to overcome those emotions, and the way to do it isn't by avoiding them, but by bringing them with you and conquering anyway. Lisa Friesel is the co-founder of Girls with Goals who Give. She is also the co-creator of the Proprietary Master Connection Formula, an invaluable tool to help you stand out and bring quality leads to your business. Her focus on authentic, nurturing relationships has served her well, and allowed her to grow her network marketing business to the seven-figure level. It was the potential of network marketing that initially drew both Lisa and Lisa to the industry. They both wanted more for themselves–more flexibility, more life-changing income, more x. On this episode of Direct AF Sales, they're recounting their journeys into direct selling and how they let go of fear in order to achieve more. Lisa has done a lot in her career, like traveling the world with her business partner and helping others scale their businesses. She's given countless people the confidence they deserve, and she's here today offering it to you.   What You'll Learn:  What it really means to be afraid, and what you can learn from that fear How Lisa's ability to connect with people has helped her in direct selling Why Lisa decided to start a company with co-founder Amanda Hall And so much more!   Favorite Quote:  “Even if I'm afraid, I do it anyway. I always fail forward. I don't ever want to look back with regret.” Lisa Friesel   How to Get Involved: Connect with Lisa and check out her company through Instagram. Win A Free Copy Of Direct AF Sales Find Lisa on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook. This podcast is all about unapologetic, honest, and raw discussions. Tune in for ideas, strategies, and guests who share their ideas for individuals with side gigs or full-time careers in sales. Every week, find a new episode full of action plans to help you find what it takes to succeed in today's competitive selling and consuming environment. We sincerely hope you enjoyed the episode. If you still have an appetite, hop over to Apple Podcasts for more. Like and share to help spread the word. We appreciate your support—and we hope to return the favor. Leave a rating and a review to let us know what you thought. Your feedback means the world!

For Princeton, trauma can make you into a victim or a victor–and it's up to you to decide which you'll be. It all comes down to your response, and how you learn and grow from every experience. Princeton Clark is the founder and CEO of the coaching and training system Evolved Mastery. He's been through a lot in his life, from abuse to substance abuse to a suicide attempt, but through it all he's learned about the power of awakening and mastering all aspects of life–professional, personal, spiritual. He's now taken it upon himself to help others do the same by publishing Awakening Your Inner Master: The Journey of Self-Mastery and by hosting the podcast Evolved Mastery. On this inspirational episode of Direct AF Sales, listen to Princeton recount the past that's allowed him to become the person he is today. It took a lot for him to finally ask himself, “why am I here?” After that, everything changed for him. He built a new life for himself, and centered it on self-love and vulnerability. Now, he works every day to leave a loving legacy, because tomorrow is not guaranteed.    What You'll Learn:  How religion has helped and shaped Princeton's professional and personal lives. How Princeton found his purpose Why Princeton using meditation with his clients today, and why he doesn't believe in using prescription medications to cope with depression And so much more!   Favorite Quote:  “If you want to find your purpose, understand that purpose is rooted in service, and service is rooted in love.” Princeton Clark   How to Get Involved: Princeton would love to connect with you through his website, LinkedIn, or Instagram. Win A Free Copy Of Direct AF Sales Find Lisa on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook. This podcast is all about unapologetic, honest, and raw discussions. Tune in for ideas, strategies, and guests who share their ideas for individuals with side gigs or full-time careers in sales. Every week, find a new episode full of action plans to help you find what it takes to succeed in today's competitive selling and consuming environment. We sincerely hope you enjoyed the episode. If you still have an appetite, hop over to Apple Podcasts for more. Like and share to help spread the word. We appreciate your support—and we hope to return the favor. Leave a rating and a review to let us know what you thought. Your feedback means the world!

Sometimes hardship gives us an avenue to feel grateful. Take it from Monica; her father influenced her life majorly while he was alive. After he passed, she saw even clearer how much drive and determination he instilled in her. Now, she's taking those feelings forward, and leaving her own legacy behind.  Monica Kline has nearly a decade of entrepreneur experience. She left the corporate, one-paycheck-per-month lifestyle in order to chase her own goals and grow her own business. Now, she's the CEO of a branding agency that specializes in supporting and encouraging integrity-based female entrepreneurs.  On this episode of Direct AF Sales, take notes on the best practices for creating multiple incomes–active, passive, discovery, you name it. As you build your brand and your reputation, Monica wants you to know the importance of spending time every day working on leads. She's worked hard to get where she is, and now she wants to help others do the same. Both Monica and Lisa have seen women in their lives miss opportunities to build their own lives, and now they're dedicated to helping women use their inner potential and passion to fuel sustainable, legacy businesses, and unlock their future. What You'll Learn:    What a “tripwire” is, and how you can monetize it to generate income  How to create more revenue streams for yourself Why your company needs touchstones in order to have a cohesive brand And so much more!   Favorite Quote:  “Wherever my soul feels called, that's what I'm doing. Right now, I'm doing my business. It's my calling and my passion. And it can be yours, too. ”   Monica Kline   How to Get Involved:    You can connect with Monica on her website. Or find her on Facebook, Instagram, or LinkedIn.   Win A Free Copy Of Direct AF Sales Find Lisa on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook. This podcast is all about unapologetic, honest, and raw discussions. Tune in for ideas, strategies, and guests who share their ideas for individuals with side gigs or full-time careers in sales. Every week, find a new episode full of action plans to help you find what it takes to succeed in today's competitive selling and consuming environment. We sincerely hope you enjoyed the episode. If you still have an appetite, hop over to Apple Podcasts for more. Like and share to help spread the word. We appreciate your support—and we hope to return the favor. Leave a rating and a review to let us know what you thought. Your feedback means the world!  

Leslie Zann has overcome personal experiences of loss, abuse, betrayal, and illness, and now inspires others to live with Courage and claim the life they desire. She was awarded the National Speaker's Association's highest honor of Certified Speaking Professional and has presented live to more than 100,000 people around the world dedicated to achieving their full potential and living their best life. Leslie's latest book, Outrageous Achievement, a #1 International Bestseller on Amazon, guides people to discover their courage and step past limiting beliefs and create exponential success in all areas of their lives. With over 30 years in the sales profession, Leslie has a solid reputation as an expert trainer and motivator. Connect with Leslie: Leslie Zann How to Get Involved: Win A Free Copy Of Direct AF Sales  LinkedIn Instagram Facebook This podcast is all about unapologetic, honest and raw discussions, ideas, strategies, and guests who share new ideas for individuals with side gigs or full-time careers in sales. Look for episodes with action plans, mindset work surrounding what it takes to succeed in today's competitive selling and consuming environment. We sincerely hope you enjoyed the episode. If you still have an appetite, hop over to  Apple Podcasts for more. Like and share to help spread the word. We appreciate your support—and we hope to return the favor. Leave a rating and a review, letting us know what you thought. Your feedback means the world!

What's the secret to being productive and winning? To Wendy, it's finding one thing to do each day–one small thing to put effort and time into, which will give you the results and momentum you need in order to be successful. In her words: “the action will build the belief.” Wendy Lee Stephenson is a coach, a motivational speaker, the founder of Impact Marketing group, and, now, an author. She's also a mom to seven. Her experience as a mother led her to found “Foundations of a 6-Figure Mompreneur,” a course built to help moms in network marketing to ditch the overwhelm and make six figures through simplicity, intention, and joy. She left the corporate world behind for the freedom of her entrepreneurship, and now she wants to help you find the same success and build your own legacy. On this episode of Direct AF Sales, buckle up to hear Wendy's story, how she came to network marketing, and how her new career has allowed her to have the family and parenting style she's always wanted. Through her entrepreneurship, she's learned about the power of making mistakes; the power of recognizing the reality of dealing with sexism; and the power of growing alongside your team, family, and community. Tune in today to hear Wendy's advice on growing your business and creating legacy wealth, and come away with new insights into social selling and beating ‘analysis paralysis.'    What You'll Learn:  What it means to empower others, and how being a good leader will both create more leaders and more opportunities How Wendy went from being anti-MLM to having a six-figure residual income  Why you need to surround yourself with people who “are where you want to be” And so much more!   Favorite Quote:  “My goal is not to be the leader; my goal is to develop leaders.” Wendy Lee Stephenson   How to Get Involved:  You can connect with Wendy through her website. Win A Free Copy Of Direct AF Sales Find Lisa on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook. This podcast is all about unapologetic, honest, and raw discussions. Tune in for ideas, strategies, and guests who share their ideas for individuals with side gigs or full-time careers in sales. Every week, find a new episode full of action plans to help you find what it takes to succeed in today's competitive selling and consuming environment. We sincerely hope you enjoyed the episode. If you still have an appetite, hop over to Apple Podcasts for more. Like and share to help spread the word. We appreciate your support—and we hope to return the favor. Leave a rating and a review to let us know what you thought. Your feedback means the world!

How are you going to beat anxiety and anger tomorrow? For Vaughn, his trust in God is what leads him through every day, and what helps him to serve his community--to turn “fear to faith.” Vaughn Kohler, former pastor, is now a speaker, a father, and Director of Development for St. Isidore's Catholic Student Center in Manhattan, Kansas. He is also the author of Sacred Drive. He's here today to talk about his program Empowered Fellowship, his faith, and how he works every day to make his life purposeful.  On this episode of Direct AF, you'll trace back Vaughn's journey from rhetorical writing to pastoral leadership to authorship, entrepreneurship and podcasting. Vaughn has a long list of experiences, but throughout it all he's been working to bring his spirituality through his work, whether it's his book Sacred Drive or any of his podcasts. He's here today with Lisa to share his passions: happiness, service, and dedication to leadership. Tune in to hear his story and learn how to make the most out of your faith.   What You'll Learn:  How Vaughn became a ghostwriter, and how ghostwriting led him to sales What it means to “stop worrying about tomorrow, and let tomorrow worry about itself” Why fear will lead to anger and blame, and how that applies to our current cultural climate And so much more!   Favorite Quote:  “You need to be relentless, and you need to be adaptable. God will reward your hard work and your flexibility.” Vaughn Kohler   How To Get Involved:  If you're looking for a way to contact Vaughn, find him on his website. Win A Free Copy Of Direct AF Sales Find Lisa on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook. This podcast is all about unapologetic, honest, and raw discussions. Tune in for ideas, strategies, and guests who share their ideas for individuals with side gigs or full-time careers in sales. Every week, find a new episode full of action plans to help you find what it takes to succeed in today's competitive selling and consuming environment. We sincerely hope you enjoyed the episode. If you still have an appetite, hop over to Apple Podcasts for more. Like and share to help spread the word. We appreciate your support—and we hope to return the favor. Leave a rating and a review to let us know what you thought. Your feedback means the world!  

Be forewarned: today's show contains a spoiler for the hit Netflix show Squid Game. After listening to Fil and Ash's high-energy episode, you'll have questions about how they survived four years in the corporate rat race. But really, that office is where they started putting some of their ideas down--and where they kicked off their own business.  Filip and Ash are the Founders of the Lvl Up Academy and creators of the Captivate and Influence program. They help “aspiring,” coaches understand their self-sabotaging habits, realize their unstoppable confidence, and strategize their strengths and interests. Having previously spent time exploring their skills and goals, Ash and Fil pursued a range of careers from biomedical research to engineering to fitness coaching to property investment. They soon moved on to solving more complex problems as top-tier business consultants, where they've spent ten years coaching their peers, colleagues, and clients in areas of confidence and communication. Running the Academy allows them to use their strengths to help people feel unstoppable, uncover their unique value, and finally kick off their own fulfilling ventures. On this episode of Direct AF, Lisa interviews Filip and Ash on their business history. Going back through their roots, you'll hear how they started their programs, how they grew, and how they became the pillars of community they are now. They've taken major risks to be where they are now, but that hasn't stopped them. If anything, it's fueled them. Listen in today to get their take on success and failure, and leave feeling energized by their enthusiasm for the entrepreneur's lifestyle.    What You'll Learn:  How the duo learned that Fil was not a coder What Fil and Ash's families' responses were when they decided to leave the corporate world Why fulfillment is the feeling that Ash and Filip chase above all And so much more!   Favorite Quote:  “If something doesn't go our way, we look at it as a ‘learning curve' rather than a ‘failing point.' We always keep moving.” Filip Markiewicz   How To Get Involved:  Check out Filip on LinkedIn and Ash on LinkedIn. Win A Free Copy Of Direct AF Sales Find Lisa on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook. This podcast is all about unapologetic, honest, and raw discussions. Tune in for ideas, strategies, and guests who share their ideas for individuals with side gigs or full-time careers in sales. Every week, find a new episode full of action plans to help you find what it takes to succeed in today's competitive selling and consuming environment. We sincerely hope you enjoyed the episode. If you still have an appetite, hop over to Apple Podcasts for more. Like and share to help spread the word. We appreciate your support—and we hope to return the favor. Leave a rating and a review to let us know what you thought. Your feedback means the world!

“I was sick and tired of being sick and tired.” Lisa realized, in line at an Albertsons, that her life was not all it could be. From there, she found a way to rescue herself. Now she's not sick or tired, and it's all thanks to the work she's done in network marketing.  On this episode of Direct AF, Lisa sits down to have a frank conversation about our current climate. She looks back to her own journey--from becoming a prosecutor to becoming an entrepreneur, and the events that happened in between. The challenges that rose up against her--mothering four boys and working full time, time moving too fast, staying self-assured, are all challenges that she had to face and overcome in order to be where she is today. What she found was that network marketing gave her the freedom and control that she was craving, and also gave her the confidence to face whatever else life might throw at her. Tune in today to hear her testimonial and get yourself back on track in these trying times.   What You'll Learn:  How Lisa changed her mind about network marketing, after initially thinking people would judge her for adding a side hustle or switching careers What network marketing can give you in this pandemic uncertainty: like security, or a Plan B, or just a new opportunity Why network marketing will get you out of your own head and let you make the changes you want to see And so much more!   Favorite Quote:  “Things are so uncertain right now. All you can control is your attitude. And your choices. And your habits. What you allow into your head--thoughts, energy. Why not use this time as an opportunity?”  Lisa Hocker   How To Get Involved:  If you want to read the article Lisa cites in today's episode, click here. Lisa's email is: lisa@lisahocker.com. Reach out if you want to talk to her about next steps, MLMs, or becoming a badass entrepreneur. Win A Free Copy Of Direct AF Sales Find Lisa on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook. This podcast is all about unapologetic, honest, and raw discussions. Tune in for ideas, strategies, and guests who share their ideas for individuals with side gigs or full-time careers in sales. Every week, find a new episode full of action plans to help you find what it takes to succeed in today's competitive selling and consuming environment. We sincerely hope you enjoyed the episode. If you still have an appetite, hop over to Apple Podcasts for more. Like and share to help spread the word. We appreciate your support—and we hope to return the favor. Leave a rating and a review to let us know what you thought. Your feedback means the world!  

We all have that little voice in our head that wants to keep us in our safety zone. That voice is keeping you safe, yes. But it's also keeping you in place, and stopping you from realizing your full potential. Andrew says, thank this voice because it's keeping you safe: and then show that voice why success is a good thing.  Andrew Kap is the author of The Last Law of Attraction Book You'll Ever Need to Read. In it, he's broken down convenient, user-friendly methods of working in harmony with the Law of Attraction (the idea that everything is energy, and like energy attracts like energy). He's also solved our problem of quitting, even when we do get results. He's here with Lisa today to talk about manifesting, visualizing, and rewiring your brain.  On this episode of Direct AF Sales, Lisa and Andrew practice the Law of Attraction by putting out another top-quality podcast episode into the world. Andrew is a highly rated master in the world of manifesting, and he's here sharing the results he's enjoyed after years of practice. Tune in today to get instructions for Andrew's favorite “time-lapse” method, and learn how to start your own manifesting. Giving yourself permission to be grateful is the first step to happiness--and today you can get that permission, and the inspiration, that you need in order to win.  What You'll Learn:  How five minutes of gratitude a day will change your habits and your life Why we always tend to overcomplicate, and how we can simplify for better, more sustainable results What you can expect after two weeks, two months, four months, and half a year if you commit to the Law of Attraction And so much more!   Favorite Quote:  “Who doesn't want to feel good in the moment? I want you to invest five minutes a day, build up your energetic momentum, and watch where it takes you. ” Andrew Kap   How To Get Involved:  If you're looking for Andrew's book The Last Law of Attraction Book You'll Ever Need to Read, you can find it here. Also, check him out on YouTube. Win A Free Copy Of Direct AF Sales Find Lisa on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook. This podcast is all about unapologetic, honest, and raw discussions. Tune in for ideas, strategies, and guests who share their ideas for individuals with side gigs or full-time careers in sales. Every week, find a new episode full of action plans to help you find what it takes to succeed in today's competitive selling and consuming environment. We sincerely hope you enjoyed the episode. If you still have an appetite, hop over to Apple Podcasts for more. Like and share to help spread the word. We appreciate your support—and we hope to return the favor. Leave a rating and a review to let us know what you thought. Your feedback means the world!  

Here's Robert's checklist for accomplishing what you want to: one, decide on one step towards a goal (the simpler, the better). Two, do that one simple action. Then? Three, Celebrate. This, Robert says, will help you create the habit and momentum you need in order to give yourself a fighting chance.  Robert Riopel is an inspirational speaker, author, and business founder, to name a few. He's traveled the world to share his ideas and experience, and his path has taken him to incredible places--like the Dalai Lama's side, for one. He's here today to share his infectious energy with Lisa and to share with you his perspective on the successful entrepreneur.  On this episode of Direct AF Sales, Lisa and Robert chat about creating the culture that you need to succeed. They jam on the difference between like-minded people and growth-minded people, the power of the mind, and the necessity of taking ownership. Tune in today to hear Robert recount his life path and his advice for avoiding “the box” and manifesting your passion in daily life.    What You'll Learn:  How COVID-19 affected Robert, and how the pandemic offered him the time and space he needed to create his training facility Why you should never “play smaller than you are” What led Robert to the digital world, and what success he's found there And so much more!   Favorite Quote:  “The most powerful words to me are, ‘what's next?' How are we going to reinvent? The other words I use a lot are, ‘all in.' If you try to use those phrases, they will take you in a whole new direction.” Robert Riopel   How To Get Involved:  Check out Robert on his website. Win A Free Copy Of Direct AF Sales Find Lisa on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook. This podcast is all about unapologetic, honest, and raw discussions. Tune in for ideas, strategies, and guests who share their ideas for individuals with side gigs or full-time careers in sales. Every week, find a new episode full of action plans to help you find what it takes to succeed in today's competitive selling and consuming environment. We sincerely hope you enjoyed the episode. If you still have an appetite, hop over to Apple Podcasts for more. Like and share to help spread the word. We appreciate your support—and we hope to return the favor. Leave a rating and a review to let us know what you thought. Your feedback means the world!

What are you doing today to make your life truly special? For Travis, working every day to be intentional and disciplined gives him the meaning he craves--and he wants the same for you.  Travis Brown is a chief podcaster who specializes in helping other entrepreneurs and coaches create, launch and grow their podcasts. He's professionally known as “the life of the party” because of his hit product, Pod Decks. He's here with Lisa today to talk about the growth of his business.  On this episode of Direct AF Sales, Lisa jams with Travis about everything from his childhood to his online content engagement. Travis is a master when it comes to staying one step ahead of his competition, being empathetic towards everyone (including the haters), and enjoying the journey of life. Today he's also opened up his entrepreneurial toolbox, so you can see inside tune in to learn how to elicit emotional reaction, how to communicate effectively, and how to overcome self-doubt. Join them today and lock yourself into a culture of connection, growth, and value.    What You'll Learn:  How Travis regularly gets people to share things they've never shared before What being a “realist” means to Travis, and how he lives by his morals of authenticity and character Why getting an emotional reaction from your podcast interviewee/spouse/other party is the best, most effective way to communicate And so much more!   Favorite Quote:  “Communication is so important, and that's the force behind what I do. Let's get people talking, and let's get people off the beaten path.” Travis Brown   How To Get Involved:  Find and connect with Travis on his website. Get your own set of Pod Decks here.  Win A Free Copy Of Direct AF Sales Find Lisa on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook. This podcast is all about unapologetic, honest, and raw discussions. Tune in for ideas, strategies, and guests who share their ideas for individuals with side gigs or full-time careers in sales. Every week, find a new episode full of action plans to help you find what it takes to succeed in today's competitive selling and consuming environment. We sincerely hope you enjoyed the episode. If you still have an appetite, hop over to Apple Podcasts for more. Like and share to help spread the word. We appreciate your support—and we hope to return the favor. Leave a rating and a review to let us know what you thought. Your feedback means the world!  

What decisions are you making today to create impactful memories? Whether it's vacationing, working, or just daily living, it's important to Rob to that you make the biggest impact with your actions. When you can reach that level, then know you've really “made it.”  Rob Sperry is the king of the selling marking--direct selling, social selling, you name it. He is a coach, author of The Game of Networking, and a top-rated speaker, to name a few. He's here with Lisa today to share his successes, but also his failures, struggles, and ultimate triumphs over the challenges of entrepreneurship.  On this episode of Direct AF, Lisa jams with Rob about his journey to entrepreneurial freedom. He's listed many goals over the years, and on today's show he's reflecting on the ones he's reached, as well as the ones he has planned: retirement, family vacations, personal connections. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about defining your why, disciplining your mind, and creating a winning streak.    What You'll Learn:    How Rob grew his entrepreneurial income from $400 a month to over six figures annually What the difference is between a like and a love, and why defining that difference will help you reach your goals Why goals are so important in order to give yourself the gift of trajectory And so much more!   Favorite Quote:  “Good leaders have vision. Great leaders give vision.” Rob Sperry     How To Get Involved:  Find and connect with Rob on his website.  Win A Free Copy Of Direct AF Sales Find Lisa on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook. This podcast is all about unapologetic, honest, and raw discussions. Tune in for ideas, strategies, and guests who share their ideas for individuals with side gigs or full-time careers in sales. Every week, find a new episode full of action plans to help you find what it takes to succeed in today's competitive selling and consuming environment. We sincerely hope you enjoyed the episode. If you still have an appetite, hop over to Apple Podcasts for more. Like and share to help spread the word. We appreciate your support—and we hope to return the favor. Leave a rating and a review to let us know what you thought. Your feedback means the world!

Are you left-brained or right-brained? Do you see things as smaller parts of larger systems? Do you face problems logically or interpersonally? And what does that have to do with your daily business practice? Dr. Kim's answer is, it has everything to do with your business practice--and your business's future.  Dr. Andrew Kim is the co-founder of an advisory firm that specializes in scaling businesses. His expertise is in the space between strategy and culture, where he helps businesses to marry the two in their growth. He also authored Culture for the Left-Brained Leader. He's here today with Lisa talking about culture transformations in business.  On this episode of Direct AF, Lisa jams with Dr. Andrew Kim about the problems that businesses commonly face, and how you can navigate them with a few easy tricks. Dr. Kim has faced many challenges in his own business, and he's found so many solutions that he's collected them all in his new book. Get a sneak peek today, and hear him talk about the best way to approach daily business practice, develop your business culture, and create routines that will yield you long-term results.    What You'll Learn:  How reverse engineering and relearning helped Andrew learn how to scale his own business sustainably and avoid straining his team What Dr. Kim's pillars of business are, and how you can apply them in your own management practice Why it took a leap of faith for Dr. Andrew Kim to implement his own ideas And so much more!   Favorite Quote:  “It took a leap of faith, discipline, consistency, and repetition to hit that critical mass. But once we were there, problems were organically solved. We had results. ” Dr. Andrew Kim   How To Get Involved:  You can learn more about Dr. Kim and his book, Culture for the Left-Brained Leader, on his website. Win A Free Copy Of Direct AF Sales Find Lisa on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook. This podcast is all about unapologetic, honest, and raw discussions. Tune in for ideas, strategies, and guests who share their ideas for individuals with side gigs or full-time careers in sales. Every week, find a new episode full of action plans to help you find what it takes to succeed in today's competitive selling and consuming environment. We sincerely hope you enjoyed the episode. If you still have an appetite, hop over to Apple Podcasts for more. Like and share to help spread the word. We appreciate your support—and we hope to return the favor. Leave a rating and a review to let us know what you thought. Your feedback means the world!

How did you learn the value of a dollar? For Emily, her parents taught her early just how hard it is to earn money on your own. She credits her work ethic to this lesson, and has brought it with her every day--ever since she took her first jobs (yes, jobs) at age 14.  Emily Frisella is the founder of the business Fit Home & Health. She launched her first business at age 20, wrote two bestselling cookbooks, hosted a podcast, and founded the Women in Business Workshop, among many other things. She's here today to walk us through how she plans and executes her days to be the most effective bad*ss she can be.  On this episode of Direct AF, Lisa interviews Emily about her experience launching and running Fit Home & Health. She's learned a lot over the years: what the difference is between good busy and bad busy, the importance of finding a community on your wavelength, and the role of work ethic in your daily life. Tune in today to hear stories, advice, and banter that will help you revitalize your entrepreneurial energy and take the next step in your journey.    What You'll Learn:  How playing volleyball taught Emily the value of losing, competition, and working for your win What Emily does in a day to keep herself effectively busy and avoid overexerting herself Why part of Emily's mantra is “humble yourself,” and how being humble will help you as an entrepreneur And so much more!   Favorite Quote:  “Through everything, I learned how important it is to ask for help. We are all surrounded by people who are waiting to help. You can do your own thing and provide for yourself and help will only make you stronger.” Emily Frisella   How To Get Involved:  You can learn more about Emily Frisella on Fit Home & Health's website. You can also find her on Instagram.  Win A Free Copy Of Direct AF Sales Find Lisa on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook. This podcast is all about unapologetic, honest, and raw discussions. Tune in for ideas, strategies, and guests who share their ideas for individuals with side gigs or full-time careers in sales. Every week, find a new episode full of action plans to help you find what it takes to succeed in today's competitive selling and consuming environment. We sincerely hope you enjoyed the episode. If you still have an appetite, hop over to Apple Podcasts for more. Like and share to help spread the word. We appreciate your support—and we hope to return the favor. Leave a rating and a review to let us know what you thought. Your feedback means the world!

Tim and Lisa have a lot in common: they both believe in the power of collaboration, they are both on the entrepreneurial grind, and they both quote the same Winnie the Pooh line: “you are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think.”    Tim Fitzpatrick is an entrepreneur and the owner of Rialto Marketing, which helps businesses simplify their marketing strategies. Not only did he build it himself, he also scaled it; his knowledge of math and his experience helping his dad's business grow has let him reach major success. He's here today with Lisa to talk about networking, experiencing, and thriving.    On this episode of Direct AF, Tim shares his entrepreneurial journey with Lisa. He's learned a lot in his years of business--like how to turn the challenge of the 2008 recession into an opportunity to learn the ins and outs of short sales and foreclosures. He found a way to match his skill set and his interest to his business, and that's how Rialto was formed. Tune in to hear his advice on marketing, communicating, and creating processes.  What You'll Learn:    How Tim grew his business quickly, efficiently, and sustainably Why simplifying your marketing is so much more effective to communicate the right message to the right people What the differences are between marketing and sales, and how best to close that gap And so much more!   Favorite Quote:  “I started from the ground up. I left my comfort zone every day, and that's what expanded my comfort zone. It made me a better person.”   Tim Fitzpatrick   How To Get Involved:    Find Tim here on LinkedIn. Find his business, Rialto Marketing, here.   Win A Free Copy Of Direct AF Sales Find Lisa on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook. This podcast is all about unapologetic, honest, and raw discussions. Tune in for ideas, strategies, and guests who share their ideas for individuals with side gigs or full-time careers in sales. Every week, find a new episode full of action plans to help you find what it takes to succeed in today's competitive selling and consuming environment. We sincerely hope you enjoyed the episode. If you still have an appetite, hop over to Apple Podcasts for more. Like and share to help spread the word. We appreciate your support—and we hope to return the favor. Leave a rating and a review to let us know what you thought. Your feedback means the world!

Amy's Italian beauty brand is a crossroads of things she loves; selling, business, and self-care. She believes in it so much that she bathes in it; in bath salts from Sicily and Milan, that is. She's mastered the balance of creating something you love that others can love too, and she's here today with Lisa to share how.   Amy Parsons is the CEO of Mazzafiato LLC. She launched the company after a sixteen-year career as a trained attorney at Colorado State University. It was her love of travel and local heritage brands that led her to start her beauty import brand. She's here with Lisa today talking about her experience building her business and making a life that she could connect with.   In this episode of Direct AF Sales, Lisa reflects with Amy on her courage. This courage has led her from an unfulfilling but stable career to a wildly successful entrepreneurial journey, where she sells Italian heritage brands. She's leaving a lasting legacy for her children, one that includes the value of hard work, innovation, and staying true to yourself. Tune in today to hear her advice on pivoting, ‘the law of small numbers,' and payoffs.  What You'll Learn:    Why an alignment between your own values and your business's values is integral to a sustainable career How Amy launched her website in less than a year, and how she got into beauty and eCommerce after a long career in law What it looks like to be a strong, independent female entrepreneur, and what it takes to follow your entrepreneurial dream And so much more!   Favorite Quote:  “It's good to have a vision, and go after it, and be able to stay true to yourself.”   Amy Parsons   How To Get Involved:    Find Amy on LinkedIn.   Win A Free Copy Of Direct AF Sales Find Lisa on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook. This podcast is all about unapologetic, honest, and raw discussions. Tune in for ideas, strategies, and guests who share their ideas for individuals with side gigs or full-time careers in sales. Every week, find a new episode full of action plans to help you find what it takes to succeed in today's competitive selling and consuming environment. We sincerely hope you enjoyed the episode. If you still have an appetite, hop over to Apple Podcasts for more. Like and share to help spread the word. We appreciate your support—and we hope to return the favor. Leave a rating and a review to let us know what you thought. Your feedback means the world!

What should you do when you've failed again to reach a big goal? Brad's answer is, forgive yourself--and then start seeking out smaller goals. He wants you to choose to be confident, to meet new people, and to start doing what you say you will. This, he says, will make you a winner.    Brad Lea is a web-based sales guru. He is a master of thought leadership and sales management. His methods of training, developing, and improving have helped countless companies to reach new heights. Because of his resilience and work ethic, he is now a wildly successful CEO, but he never forgets his humble beginning. This is what drives him to help everyone, from individuals to companies.    On this episode of Direct AF sales, Lisa has a heart-to-heart with Brad about what it takes to make it from the bottom to the top. Brad is a testament to the power of resourcefulness; not only did he build his empire by himself, but he's also helping others do the same. He's here with Lisa today explaining how he virtualized his training process, how he's changed his perspective on failure, and how he's helped many people find self-confidence. Tune in to hear their jam session and collect a new vision for yourself as someone who's worth it. What You'll Learn:      What the six steps are for changing behaviors, getting results, and becoming a winner What the four key ingredients are for training individuals to be better salespeople, and how to deliver those ingredients in a way that sticks How your mindset will fuel your networking, your resourcefulness, and your success And so much more!     Favorite Quote:  “Just do a little bit more, and achieve your small goals, and you'll start racking up the wins.” - Brad Lea   How to Get Involved:    You can find Brad on his website.   Win A Free Copy Of Direct AF Sales Find Lisa on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook. This podcast is all about unapologetic, honest, and raw discussions. Tune in for ideas, strategies, and guests who share their ideas for individuals with side gigs or full-time careers in sales. Every week, find a new episode full of action plans to help you find what it takes to succeed in today's competitive selling and consuming environment. We sincerely hope you enjoyed the episode. If you still have an appetite, hop over to Apple Podcasts for more. Like and share to help spread the word. We appreciate your support—and we hope to return the favor. Leave a rating and a review to let us know what you thought. Your feedback means the world!

If you've ever gotten stuck on something--a job, a missed opportunity--you know how hard it can be to move past it. For Lauren, these pauses are a great way to check in with yourself and reflect on what you're trying to accomplish. Is it holding you back, or are you holding yourself back?  Lauren is a mental performance coach and speaker. Prior to opening her own consulting practice, Lauren served as the Mental Conditioning Coordinator for the New York Yankees. She received her Master's Degree in Performance Psychology from National University. Lauren helps elite individuals hone their mental toughness, so they can perform their best regardless of circumstance. On this episode of Direct AF Sales, Lisa jams with Lauren about the reality of meeting goals. Lauren left a lifelong soccer career after her fifth concussion, and never looked back. She learned a lot about resiliency, and she has dedicated her life to helping others do the same. She's here with Lisa today to talk about success: definitions, timelines, motivation, outcomes. Tune in to hear their real talk and come away with new ideas about showing up, doing the work, and becoming a better version of yourself.  What You'll Learn:    Why focusing on what you can control can help you redefine success and act from a place of power, rather than fear What you can take away from adversity and failure, and how you can make your own opportunity  How you might be holding yourself back by demanding too much of yourself And so much more!     Favorite Quote:  “What we think ‘better' means is better results--no mistakes, being number one. But what better actually means is showing up imperfect.” - Lauren Johnson       How To Get Involved:    Find Lauren's website here.    Win A Free Copy Of Direct AF Sales Find Lisa on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook. This podcast is all about unapologetic, honest, and raw discussions. Tune in for ideas, strategies, and guests who share their ideas for individuals with side gigs or full-time careers in sales. Every week, find a new episode full of action plans to help you find what it takes to succeed in today's competitive selling and consuming environment. We sincerely hope you enjoyed the episode. If you still have an appetite, hop over to Apple Podcasts for more. Like and share to help spread the word. We appreciate your support—and we hope to return the favor. Leave a rating and a review to let us know what you thought. Your feedback means the world!

What actions do you need to take to be happy with the money that you make? To Alex, the starting point is to ensure that it is “good money” -- money that allows you to say no to anything that doesn't align with your own values.  Alex is a strategy entrepreneur, author, and executive coach. He built and scaled companies in Europe and Canada, and led client projects across the world, helping brands and firms transform their businesses. His areas of expertise are strategy development, leadership development, and entrepreneurship. His passion lies in helping clients build profitable businesses rooted in purpose, i.e., doing well while doing good. Based in Vancouver, Canada, he speaks on the topics of intentional strategy and entrepreneurship. In his upcoming book, he presents a new framework called "The Nine Elements of Organizational Identity,” together with a step-by-step process to bring it to life. He's a storyteller with an academic background  in General Management, with degrees from EBS University (Germany) and Universidad ORT (Uruguay), as well as certificates from INSEAD (France) and Harvard Business School (USA). On this episode of Direct AF Sales, Lisa sits down with Alex and has an honest conversation about entrepreneurship. They jam on Alex's new book The Strategy Legacy, and fueling your tank, and more intentional action around money. There are many takeaways an entrepreneur could find in today's podcast, such as connecting your heart to your business in what Alex calls “conscious capitalism;” or how to avoid “shiny object syndrome.” Tune in for a masterclass on success, and find out the true impact of strategy.    What You'll Learn: How Alex went from being a radio journalist to a consultant to a founder of his own company Why money can't make you happy; and what money can do instead What links together strategy, purpose, and awareness, and why that combination can help your business last sustainably And so much more!   Favorite Quote:  “The moment you're only in it for the money is the moment that you're exchangeable. You have to fuel your business with purpose.”   Alex Brueckmann   How to Get Involved: Alex Brueckmann can be found on his website. Win A Free Copy Of Direct AF Sales Find Lisa on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook. This podcast is all about unapologetic, honest, and raw discussions. Tune in for ideas, strategies, and guests who share their ideas for individuals with side gigs or full-time careers in sales. Every week, find a new episode full of action plans to help you find what it takes to succeed in today's competitive selling and consuming environment. We sincerely hope you enjoyed the episode. If you still have an appetite, hop over to Apple Podcasts for more. Like and share to help spread the word. We appreciate your support—and we hope to return the favor. Leave a rating and a review to let us know what you thought. Your feedback means the world!  

A misunderstanding can ruin anything--a business, a relationship with others, or even yourself. Corey's calling is to help people avoid this by combining perspectives to solve problems; he gives companies a unique, full 360-degree view of their operation and brings understanding and cohesion to everyone he meets. Corey Berrier is a renowned sales consultant who's sold everything except houses and cars. He works hard to help companies achieve their fullest potential through accountability and perspective. With his guidance, businesses can marry the views of all their employees to reach much further than before. He's here today with Lisa to talk about his entrepreneurial journey and experiences in investments, adversity, and comebacks.  On this episode of Direct AF Sales, Lisa steps through Corey's business ventures, from his newspaper business to his current sales consultancy.  Because of his calm demeanor and work ethic, he's come back many times--after an arrest, a lawsuit, and a battle with mental health, to name a few. Tune in to hear his take on beating the odds to successfully learn, grow, and ultimately make it and land his goals.   What You'll Learn: What microdosing is, and how it helped Corey get back on his feet after several setbacks How to overcome control issues to let the full effect of life take you to new heights Why it's so important to overcome your inner insecurities to see your self-value, attain a state of patience, and do what you want to do And so much more!   Favorite Quote: “You're here for you. Who gives a sh*t what they're doing? Pay attention to you.”   Corey Berrier   How to Get Involved:  Find Corey on his website. Win A Free Copy Of Direct AF Sales Find Lisa on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook. This podcast is all about unapologetic, honest, and raw discussions. Tune in for ideas, strategies, and guests who share their ideas for individuals with side gigs or full-time careers in sales. Every week, find a new episode full of action plans to help you find what it takes to succeed in today's competitive selling and consuming environment. We sincerely hope you enjoyed the episode. If you still have an appetite, hop over to Apple Podcasts for more. Like and share to help spread the word. We appreciate your support—and we hope to return the favor. Leave a rating and a review to let us know what you thought. Your feedback means the world!

What's the common denominator when it comes to community, the hustle, and adaptability? To Deanna, it's as simple as fun. She's here to share with you her own story, and invite you to share yours. Deanna Kuempel runs the Label Free Podcast, which is all about breaking stereotypes and society's expectations of us. She was raised by entrepreneurs, and today she's continuing that legacy of self-starting and hard work. She's here today as a testament to marathon long hours and adapting to new ideas in order to lead your own life. On this episode of Direct AF Sales, Lisa interviews Deanna about her entrepreneurial journey, from her very first job as a house cleaner/grass cutter/babysitter to her successes as a business owner with more that $20 million in sales. Now, with her podcast over two years old, Deanna's jamming about her career evolution, her joyful outlook on life, and her advice when it comes to love, self-love, and self-worth.   What You'll Learn:  What is so appealing to Deanna and Lisa about the entrepreneurial lifestyle How Deanna Kuempel built her own entrepreneurial empire and what she's learned through all her experiences Why you have to overcome self-doubt, promote yourself, and hustle in order to be honest and real in your entrepreneurship  And so much more!   Favorite Quote:  “You have to grow along with it. No matter what industry you're in, what venture you're trying to go on, you're going to evolve right alongside it.” -Deanna Kuempel   How to Get Involved:  Find Deanna Kuempel on Instagram and find her online coaching form, podcast information, and more here.  Win A Free Copy Of Direct AF Sales Find Lisa on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook. This podcast is all about unapologetic, honest, and raw discussions. Tune in for ideas, strategies, and guests who share their ideas for individuals with side gigs or full-time careers in sales. Every week, find a new episode full of action plans to help you find what it takes to succeed in today's competitive selling and consuming environment. We sincerely hope you enjoyed the episode. If you still have an appetite, hop over to Apple Podcasts for more. Like and share to help spread the word. We appreciate your support—and we hope to return the favor. Leave a rating and a review to let us know what you thought. Your feedback means the world!

Leslie Zann has overcome personal experiences of loss, abuse, betrayal, and illness, and now inspires others to live with Courage and claim the life they desire. She was awarded the National Speaker's Association's highest honor of Certified Speaking Professional and has presented live to more than 100,000 people around the world dedicated to achieving their full potential and living their best life. Leslie's latest book, Outrageous Achievement, a #1 International Bestseller on Amazon, guides people to discover their courage and step past limiting beliefs and create exponential success in all areas of their lives. With over 30 years in the sales profession, Leslie has a solid reputation as an expert trainer and motivator.   Connect with Leslie: Leslie Zann   How to Get Involved: Win A Free Copy Of Direct AF Sales  LinkedIn Instagram Facebook This podcast is all about unapologetic, honest and raw discussions, ideas, strategies, and guests who share new ideas for individuals with side gigs or full-time careers in sales. Look for episodes with action plans, mindset work surrounding what it takes to succeed in today's competitive selling and consuming environment. We sincerely hope you enjoyed the episode. If you still have an appetite, hop over to  Apple Podcasts for more. Like and share to help spread the word. We appreciate your support—and we hope to return the favor. Leave a rating and a review, letting us know what you thought. Your feedback means the world!

How do you become an inspiration to others? Jessie says,” Your job is to have a life that is so fulfilled for you that when other people look at you, they're inspired to change their lives.” She strongly believes in making every single move in her life, creating a legacy for others. She loves people and is fascinated to create a difference in their lives with her charismatic personality and leadership quality. Jessie Lee Ward has turned out to be the creator of her destiny. She dealt with the inevitable ups and downs in her career magnificently. None of the obstacles had been strong enough to shift her mindset. Instead, she took them up as a challenge, and all her down moments in life helped her grow, become more powerful, grittier, resilient, and determined. Jessie says, “When I see the struggle in people's eyes, I want to tell them that there is a different way, there is a better way, and there are other things you can do. So come with me, and let me show you.” She is now a very proud network marketer, mentor, and leader, accomplishing remarkable feats and contributing to others' lives. In this episode of Direct AF Sales, Lisa and Jessie engage in a mind-blowing conversation about Jessie's initial inhibitions, followed by turning her hand to network marketing and the magical journey after that. If you still believe that network marketing is a scam or a pyramid scheme, listen to this podcast, for here you have a guest to help you see the potential of network marketing.   What you will learn: What experiences Jessie encountered in her career and how she dealt with the highs and lows in her business fearlessly. Why Jessie never feels tired of chasing her dream and how she keeps the drive within her alive. What unique perspectives Jessie has developed about Direct Sales and Network Marketing, both being different. How she created a world of opportunities for people who are striving. And much more!   Favorite Quote: “People just need to do what brings them real joy in their lives, yet there are so many people spending so much of their time chasing what other people say should make them happy.” -          Jessie Lee Ward   Connect with Jessie: LinkedIn Instagram Facebook   How to Get Involved: Win A Free Copy Of Direct AF Sales LinkedIn Instagram Facebook This podcast is all about unapologetic, honest and raw discussions, ideas, strategies, and guests who share new ideas for individuals with side gigs or full-time careers in sales.  Look for episodes with action plans, mindset work surrounding what it takes to succeed in today's competitive selling and consuming environment. We sincerely hope you enjoyed the episode. If you still have an appetite, hop over to  Apple Podcasts for more. Like and share to help spread the word. We appreciate your support—and we hope to return the favor. Leave a rating and a review, letting us know what you thought. Your feedback means the world!

You would rarely imagine your side business booming and earning you more money and fame than your regular job or business does. But, knowing your guest today might let you reconsider your thought.  Tony doesn't consider any business a side hustle as he says, “If you think of it as a hobby, you're going to get hobby results. If you treat things like part-time and less important, you're going to get part-time, less important results.” Tony made it to the top creating his website as a side business he took up as a challenge while running parallel full-time jobs. His focus on creating good results without differentiating between partial and full-time service, deep passion for the work, and innate creativity soon turned his website into a top-notch position. He is proud to announce, “It grew into something profiting about $400,000 a year as a side business.” And then, in a few years, Tony and his partner sold the website for millions of dollars. Today, Tony Whatley is the Founder of 365 Driven, a multi-tiered business coaching and consulting company bent on creating new success stories consistently. His indomitable spirit, optimism, and never-give-up attitude turned him into a creator of his destiny. In this episode of Direct AF Sales, Lisa and Tony stir you up with a mind-blowing conversation. They cover up a ton of great stuff on Tony's past, contributing a great deal to his entrepreneurial journey, how he found a niche to build his multi-million dollar business, what core values he glued to, and much more. Tune in not to miss any rare, powerful qualities that imbibing can take you a level ahead.   What you will learn: How being born with a humble background, hard-working parents, facing various challenges, and an internal drive to ‘get what I want' helped Tony build a strong foundation.  What hardships he took up in his early years. Why it is essential to keep even the slightest commitment to yourself and never lie on that. What instigated Tony to write his book ‘Side Hustle Millionaire' which turned out to be one of the bestselling books. And much more!   Favorite Quote: “Confidence is not something you're born with. It's not genetic but learned behavior. It's things that we believe and things that we shouldn't believe that are holding us back.” -          Tony Whatley   How to Get Involved: Connect with Tony: 365 Driven Side Hustle Millionaire Book LinkedIn Facebook   Connect with Lisa: Win A Free Copy Of Direct AF Sales LinkedIn Instagram Facebook This podcast is all about unapologetic, honest and raw discussions, ideas, strategies, and guests who share new ideas for individuals with side gigs or full-time careers in sales.  Look for episodes with action plans, mindset work surrounding what it takes to succeed in today's competitive selling and consuming environment. We sincerely hope you enjoyed the episode. If you still have an appetite, hop over to Apple Podcasts for more. Like and share to help spread the word. We appreciate your support—and we hope to return the favor. Leave a rating and a review, letting us know what you thought. Your feedback means the world!

Have you ever visualized what life's going to look like with that one bold step you haven't yet taken in fear of failure?  Fear of failing can turn you cripple –holding you back ruining some of the most incredible opportunities along your way. But not everyone succumbs to it. Tamra says, “The times that I failed were my absolute greatest lessons and what really propelled me forward every time, so now I have no fear of failure.” Having an entrepreneurial bent of mind, Tamra discovered she wanted to start something of her own in her early 20s while she was working at her Dad's office and parallel in a clinic. She says, “I visualized what I wanted for my life outside of being someone's daughter or someone's employee and what that would look like.” Being in wellness and body treatment for years lent added dimension for her. Tamra Wilson is now the Personal Development Life Coach at Tamra Leigh Coaching, empowering women to find meaning and true purpose in their lives.  In this episode of Direct AF Sales, Tamra gives an authentic account of her extraordinary life journey to Lisa. She lets on her fears, apprehensions, struggles, imposter syndromes, and every negativity putting bumps on her pathway and how she beat them down with her confidence, clear vision, an intense passion for her work, and guidance of her coach. Tune in to be encouraged, equipped, and elevated from where you are at present to where you want to be in the future. What You Will Learn: What Tamra did to deal with the low times in her life and what helped keep her head and mindset in the proper place at such times. How her “fake job'' turned into a “ real job” in her life. Why Tamra feels it's crucial to find a good coach in life and how she benefited from her coaches. And much more!   Favorite Quote: “An important part in finding a coach is just being sure that you're going to be able to work well together, and then it's life-changing.” -Tamra Wilson   Connect With Tamra: Website Facebook Instagram    How to Get Involved: Win A Free Copy Of Direct AF Sales LinkedIn Instagram Facebook This podcast is all about unapologetic, honest and raw discussions, ideas, strategies, and guests who share new ideas for individuals with side gigs or full-time careers in sales.  Look for episodes with action plans, mindset work surrounding what it takes to succeed in today's competitive selling and consuming environment. We sincerely hope you enjoyed the episode. If you still have an appetite, hop over to  Apple Podcasts for more. Like and share to help spread the word. We appreciate your support—and we hope to return the favor. Please leave a rating and a review, letting us know what you think about our show. Your feedback means the world!

Ever have you imagined a marathon runner making a mark with her incredible performance in Direct Sales and Network Marketing? Scottie grabbed the opportunity, discovered a new path, and excelled in it. A “Mom of three” got reconnected to her true passion after years. As she says, “I feel like I have had kind of a Renaissance…I needed something that was going to put some fuel into my tank that I needed that was outside of the identity of just mom.” Scottie Durrett had run in a couple of marathons, ultra-marathons, and many more, accomplishing extraordinary feats. She had been in Retail Sales and other services, always enjoying new stuff, giving her 100%. Starting her entrepreneurial journey with Network Marketing had been challenging, but her persistent self and past experiences never let her step back. Now, she is a self-motivated, powerful woman winning every step she makes. In this episode of Direct AF Sales, Lisa and Scottie dive deep into the path of making a true entrepreneur. The women believe it will never be smooth terrain unless you break your way with “discipline, consistency, resilience, grit, and self-belief” and many more.  Tune in to listen to this fascinating conversation and prod yourself into ‘what could be your next move to your dreams'.   What You Will Learn: What parallels exist between training yourself up for a Marathon and an entrepreneurial journey. How Scottie dealt with criticisms made in an attempt to derail her journey. How easily you can get discouraged and unmotivated by comparing your journey of success with someone else'. Why entrepreneurial journey cannot lead to overnight success and what it requires to make ‘a success story'. And much more!   Favorite Quote: “Celebrate all the wins, no matter the size. And just trust that if you put in consistent, hard work, it will compound, and it will turn into something unbelievably amazing.”   Scottie Durrett   Connect with Scottie: LinkedIn Instagram Facebook    How to Get Involved: Win A Free Copy Of Direct AF Sales LinkedIn Instagram Facebook This podcast is all about unapologetic, honest and raw discussions, ideas, strategies, and guests who share new ideas for individuals with side gigs or full-time careers in sales.  Look for episodes with action plans, mindset work surrounding what it takes to succeed in today's competitive selling and consuming environment. We sincerely hope you enjoyed the episode. If you still have an appetite, hop over to  Apple Podcasts for more. Like and share to help spread the word. We appreciate your support—and we hope to return the favor. Leave a rating and a review, letting us know what you thought. Your feedback means the world!  

Myths and prejudices about Direct Sales /Network business overshadow the truths lying behind it. Lisa is adventurous to explore the unknown and gain a perception. Stepping into Direct Sales and Network Marketing had not been an easy and willing choice for her. As she says, “I said no, like most people at first, and eventually, I joined knowing that I would fail at it or that it was a scam.”  But as she got the ball rolling, she never had to look back. Lisa Hocker is a former Prosecutor, Public Defender, and Criminal Defense Attorney turned Entrepreneur, Network Marketer, Global Team Builder, Coach, and many more. She is the author of the Bestselling book –‘Direct AF Sales', demonstrating simple, practical tools to make a true Entrepreneur and grow productive in Network Marketing. In this first episode of Direct AF Sales, your host Lisa welcomes you all to the podcast, introduces herself. She gives an insight into her journey with Direct Sales relating her initial fears, anxiety, and apprehension, gradually giving way to love, passion, and firm belief for her new venture. Tune in to grab what more she has in store for you!   What You Will Learn: How long Lisa had been practicing Criminal Law and how she got into Network Marketing. What feats she has accomplished in her journey so far. Why Lisa decided to launch this podcast and what she intends to deliver to people. And more!   Favorite Quote: “One of the goals that I have with this podcast is to educate people about what Entrepreneurship is; the nitty-gritty, the nasty, the good, the great, and what it isn't.” -          Lisa Hocker   How to Get Involved: Win A Free Copy Of Direct AF Sales  LinkedIn Instagram Facebook This podcast is all about unapologetic, honest and raw discussions, ideas, strategies, and guests who share new ideas for individuals with side gigs or full-time careers in sales. Look for episodes with action plans, mindset work surrounding what it takes to succeed in today's competitive selling and consuming environment. We sincerely hope you enjoyed the episode. If you still have an appetite, hop over to  Apple Podcasts for more. Like and share to help spread the word. We appreciate your support—and we hope to return the favor. Leave a rating and a review, letting us know what you thought. Your feedback means the world!