Podcasts about direct selling women

"People aren't broken," she told me. "Our job is not to fix them. It's to hold them whole and complete." On this episode of On the Brink, I had the privilege of speaking with a remarkable woman whose life journey embodies resilience, reinvention, and the profound power of choosing joy. Nicki Keohohou—bestselling author, award-winning entrepreneur, global speaker, and founder of Coach School—joined me from her home in Hawaii to reflect on the experiences that shaped her, the wisdom she teaches, and the mindset shifts we all need in today's uncertain world. Nicki's path wasn't linear. She began as a teacher helping children build self-esteem and confidence. She later moved into her family's business, then into the world of direct selling, where she discovered her love for helping people grow. That passion evolved into founding the Direct Selling Women's Alliance and ultimately creating Coach School—programs that train leaders, educators, executives, and couples to coach through empathy, inquiry, and empowerment rather than advice-giving. What unifies Nicki's story is a belief that has guided her since childhood: life is abundant, people are capable, and every moment contains a choice. Watch our Podcast here on YouTube: The Power of Coaching: Asking Instead of Telling Nicki admits she wasn't a natural coach at first. Like many leaders, she began by telling people what to do. But she soon realized that the most powerful breakthroughs happen when people discover their own answers. She teaches coaching not just to executives, but to educators, medical professionals, sales teams—and even couples—because the skill of asking empowering questions transforms how people think, communicate, and relate. Her philosophy is simple: When people find their own solutions, they own them. And when they own them, they act. Why We're All Struggling Right Now Nicki works around the world, and she sees what many of us feel: people are more anxious, overwhelmed, and uncertain than ever. The economy, politics, global tensions, and constant disruption amplify our sense of helplessness. Her response? A model she teaches called "the bagel." The outer ring—the disempowerment zone—contains everything we cannot control (other people's opinions, world events, the economy, traffic, the past). The center—the empowerment zone—holds what we can control (our thoughts, our choices, our words, our actions, the meaning we assign to events). Most people live on the outer ring. Nicki helps them move to the center. How to Shift Your Mindset (Even in Hard Times) Many of Nicki's insights come from deeply personal experiences—including a devastating fall in Dubai that led to multiple surgeries, months of rehabilitation, and time spent in a nursing home. Instead of asking "Why me?" she asked: "What can I do with this situation?" She coached the staff. She uplifted patients. She even unknowingly taught a woman through the wall who listened to every class and filled an entire notebook with lessons. Her message is clear: You may not choose what happens to you, but you always choose how you respond. Key Takeaways from Nicki Keohohou 1. Happiness is a choice—and a practice. You can always look for what's wrong or what's right. Your mind will believe whichever story you tell it. 2. What you feed your mind at night shapes your next day. Avoid violent TV, tense news, or negative scrolling before bed. Instead ask: What is the best thing that happened today? What am I grateful for? 3. Self-coaching questions can instantly shift your emotional state. Try: How would I prefer to feel right now? What's the opposite of this thought? What do I actually have control over in this moment? 4. Joy compounds when shared. A smile, a kind comment, or a small gesture changes not just someone else's day—it elevates your own. 5. Simplicity reduces stress. Choose calm over drama. Choose presence over pressure. Choose perspective over frustration. Actionable Advice You Can Use Today 1. Start your morning with intention. Ask: What am I excited about today? Whose life can I make better today? 2. Create an accomplishment list—not a to-do list. Shift from obligation to opportunity. 3. Practice the "bagel model." Whenever stress rises, pause and ask: Is this in the empowerment zone? Or the disempowerment zone? If you can't control it—redirect your energy. 4. Adopt the "rain mindset." Instead of "Ugh, it's raining," try: "The rain is feeding my flowers." Reframe, and your brain will follow. 5. Give gratitude away freely. Say thank you. Compliment someone. Share something small. Science tells us that gratitude boosts the giver's happiness even more than the receiver's. Final Thoughts Nicki's story is a radiant reminder that your reality is shaped by the narrative you choose. You can choose joy. You can choose possibility. You can choose to smile at strangers and uplift the people around you. And you can choose to rewrite your story—every morning and every night. As she told me, "Bring joy and give joy. It doesn't cost anything." If you'd like to learn more or reach Nicki directly, you can find her at: Nicki@coachschool.com or call (800) 856-1662 (Hawaii time!). Connect with me: Website: www.simonassociates.net Email: info@simonassociates.net Learn more about our books here: Rethink: Smashing the Myths of Women in Business Women Mean Business: Over 500 Insights from Extraordinary Leaders to Spark Your Success On the Brink: A Fresh Lens to Take Your Business to New Heights Listen + Subscribe: Available wherever you get your podcasts—Apple, Spotify, Stitcher, YouTube, and more. 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This week Pat is joined by Nicki Keohohou, founder and director of a premier Coaching school and the founder of the Direct Selling Women's Association.   Self Sabotage... we all do it. If you aren't happy with your life, you are self-sabotaging. Are you making the money you want? Are your relationships what you desire them to be? Is your health where you want it? If not, you are sabotaging yourself. Pat Pearson, M.S.S.W. author, and psychotherapist has found what you create in life is largely determined by what you think you deserve. This podcast focuses on the psychology of stopping self-sabotage and truly creating the life you want and deserve! How much do you think you are self-sabotaging? Take our quiz. If you want a deeper dive into self-sabotage, get Pat's book, Stop Self-Sabotage.  Self Sabotage... we all do it. If you aren't happy with your life, you are self-sabotaging. It's time to get unstuck. Are you making the money you want? Are your relationships what you desire them to be? Is your health where you want it? If not, you are sabotaging yourself. Pat Pearson, M.S.S.W. author, and psychotherapist has found what you create in life is largely determined by what you think you deserve. This podcast focuses on the psychology of stopping self-sabotage and the recovery process of truly creating the life you want and deserve! Do you find yourself procrastinating? You have that report due at noon but you feel compelled to clean your office before sending it. That is a form of procrastination. Procrastination is one of the most common forms of Self-Sabotage. Do you find yourself chronically worried about things that might or might not happen, but eventually never do? What is holding you back from quitting your job, taking a big career leap, or even taking time to rest by traveling and taking vacation time. That can all be attributed to chronic worry. That chronic worry can impact your productivity and overall happiness leading to self-sabotage. Substance abuse, and stress eating can all be considered self-sabotage. It is a journey to recover from these habits but you don't have to spend your life consumed by substance abuse, procrastination, and stress eating. Build your tolerance, with each episode, Author Pat Pearson, MSSW breaks down walls and assists in recovery.    Dive in to her book with five proven strategies for getting "unstuck" at work, in relationships, and in life. Regardless of what your self-sabotage outlet is, procrastination, chronic illness, substance abuse, chronic worry, stress eating, recovery is just around the corner. Pat Pearson can now  not only be invited into your home but also into your heart to help you get unstuck and work towards recovery.  This podcast serves as a practical guide from a licensed psychotherapist shows you how to build towards recovery by conquering any negative beliefs that might be sabotaging your life. Whether you're feeling stuck in your jobs, dating relationships with the wrong person, or unable to lose weight, this podcast can help transform self-defeating thinking into a higher "Deserve Level," giving you the tools to stop self-sabotage--and embrace the happiness and success you deserve. So stop procrastinating, stop the abuse, and listen now!    How much do you think you are self-sabotaging? Take our quiz. If you want a deeper dive into self-sabotage, get Pat's book, Stop Self-Sabotage.     Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stopselfsabotagepod Twitter - https://twitter.com/stopSelfSabpod Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stopselfsabotagepod   This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp! Receive 10% off your first month by going to: https://betterhelp.com/SSS     Hot Pie Media is an on-demand digital audio/video entertainment network with interests primarily in the creation of original, relevant, and entertaining podcasts.   https://hotpiemedia.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Andrea Waltz is the co-author of the best-selling book, Go for No! Yes is the Destination, No is How You Get There. She launched her own training company at the age of 24, and is a Speaker Member of the Direct Selling Women's Alliance. She was named one of 25 Sales Experts You Should Follow On Twitter by Hubspot and 25 Sales Influencers to Follow on Twitter by Salesforce.com and Live Hive.  In this episode, we talked about training, marketing, team building, coaching, public speaking...

Andrea Waltz is the co-author of the best-selling book, Go for No! Yes is the Destination, No is How You Get There. She launched her own training company at the age of 24, and is a Speaker Member of the Direct Selling Women's Alliance. She was named one of 25 Sales Experts You Should Follow On Twitter by Hubspot and 25 Sales Influencers to Follow on Twitter by Salesforce.com and Live Hive.  In this episode, we talked about training, marketing, team building, coaching, public speaking...

About Andrea… Received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice from Long Beach State At the age of 8 she called George Lucas to see if she could work with him on future movies Youngest General Manager in eyeglass retailer LensCrafters’ history Launched her own training company at the age of 24 Speaker Member of the Direct Selling Women’s Alliance Loves social media. Andrea has 23,000+ followers (@Goforno) on twitter and posts daily on the Go for No! Facebook page which has over 30,000 followers. Featured on Fit Small Business’s Top Sales Influencers of 2018 list. Named One of 25 Sales Experts You Should Follow On Twitter by Hubspot and 25 Sales Influencers to Follow on Twitter by Salesforce.com and Live Hive. Named Top 100 Sales Influencers and Top 65 Women Business Influencers by Tenfold and 47 Top Sales Speakers and Influencers to Follow on Twitter by SummitSYNC. Listed in Top 5 Female Sales Experts To Follow For Tips on Increasing Sales Productivity by Marketcircle and 51 Top Sales Influencers You Should Follow On Twitter Immediately by ringDNA. Was featured on ‘Idol Chat’ a TV Guide Channel show where she was interviewed on how even idol rejects can be successful failures Andrea says: I teach business owners, entrepreneurs and salespeople at every level of experience how to reprogram the way they think about failure, rejection, and hearing the word, no to get better results. I believe this is the single biggest factor that keeps most people from achieving the lives and careers of their dreams. I most often speak at annual corporate sales conferences and business conventions to audiences ranging from 80 to 8000. I'm the co-author of the best-selling book, Go for No! Yes is the Destination, No is How You Get There. (#1 Amazon.com Sales & Selling Best-Seller which has remained in the top 20 for the last 9 years and has over 1000 5-star reviews.) I share the Go for No philosophies on many platforms to impact as many people as I can. linkedin.com/in/goforno Websites gofornokeynote.com (Go for No! Keynote Video) goforno.com (Go for No!) facebook.com/Goforno (Facebook NOtivation)

Jan is currently based in Minneapolis, Minnesota and has been making a difference in the lives of others for over 25 years. She has supported both men and woman alike. From stay-at-home parents to career changes to established professionals. When her clients want more, she builds them with tools and confidence that guide them on the path to making their dreams come true. Jan works with individuals and organizations. She has spoken to groups not only in the USA but also worldwide. Creating and executing action plans is Jan’s way of empowering people to realize their potential can be expanded for a more qualify life. Jan has earned multiple top honors from her direct sales company in the USA, North America, and World Wide level, as well as from the Direct Selling Women’s Alliance (DSWA). She is well respected within the profession. Jan has also received Certification as a Dream Coach and Group Dream Coach through Dream Coach University in California, as well as Certification through the World Association of Business Coaches with the DSWA Coach Excellence Program. Jan reaches out and connects with her audiences. She keeps her training fun, informative and interactive. You will be inspired and empowered by Jan’s never ending energy.

  Host Warren Wandling takes you behind the scenes to get to know a variety of leaders and the keys to their success.  Discover how leaders overcome their obstacles in order to achieve success.  In  episode 001, Warren introduces you to Nicki Keohohou. Nicki Keohohou is the founder of the Direct Selling Women’s Alliance.  Nicki began […] The post OB 001 How to Become an Obstacle Buster Podcast with Nicki Keohohou appeared first on Warren Wandling.

We're aware that there are audio issues with this segment. They were out of our control. The author's portion of this interview turned out well. We apologize for the inconvenience.     Caterina Rando shows women entrepreneurs how to be loud and proud about the value they bring in order to make their businesses thrive. For over twenty years she has been on a passionate mission to change the world with her brand of economic empowerment that is a combination of running your business with integrity always ongoing strategy, staying in action and putting your whole heart in everything you do. She is a sought after speaker, business success strategist, master certified coach, publisher and author of the national best selling book Learn to Power Think from Chronicle Books. Caterina has co-authored several books including: Make Your Connections Count, Incredible Business, Savvy Leadership Strategies for Women, Woman Entrepreneur Extraordinaire, Socially Smart and Savvy, and Direct Selling Power. Caterina is a member of the National Speakers Association, the International Coach Federation, the Direct Selling Women’s Alliance and is an emeritus member of the Board of Directors of the San Francisco Chamber of Commerce. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Organizational Behavior and a Master of Arts in Life Transitions Counseling Psychology. She is a Certified Personal and Professional Coach (CPPC) and a Master Certified Coach (MCC), the highest designation awarded by the International Coaching Federation.  

Wayne works with groups and organizations that want to be highly entertained and more productive. He has presented for over 3,000 audiences worldwide. Wayne has appeared on national television shows, radio programs and has presented to clients such as IBM, General Motors, Princss Cruise Lines, eWomen Network and the Direct Selling Women’s Alliance. Through his motivational presentations and comedic hypnosis shows, Wayne entertains, educates and shows his audiences how to wake up the power of their mind to perform like the champions they are. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.