Direct Sales: the Other 99% Podcast
E93: Task List Burnout? Megan Sumrell’s Secrets to Real Productivity
28 Oct 2025
In this episode of The Other 99%, host Lisa Duck and co-host Susan Larimer welcome Megan Sumrell, who shares her journey from a corporate career to becoming a successful figure in direct sales. Megan discusses the importance of effective planning, the flaws of traditional task lists, and the significance of consistency in building a direct sales business. She emphasizes the need for women to set boundaries, avoid burnout, and recognize their worth beyond productivity. The conversation also touches on the use of ClickUp for organization and the importance of community in supporting women in business. Takeaways:Task lists can lead to overwhelm and are not effective for planning.Context switching is different from multitasking and can drain productivity.Women often face unique challenges in balancing work and personal life.Planning should focus on priorities rather than just tasks.Setting boundaries is crucial to avoid burnout.Your worth is not defined by your productivity. Memorial Quotes: "Your worth is not defined by your productivity." — Megan Sumrell "Haters gonna hate and it's not a reflection on you." — Megan Sumrell's (niece)"You can do the impossible if you're not told that you can't." — Lisa DuckChapters:00:00 Introduction to Megan Sumrell04:49 Transitioning from Corporate to Network Marketing11:54 The Flaws of Task Lists18:37 Context Switching vs. Multitasking24:44 Planning and Organization Strategies30:29 Top Operations and ClickUp Workshop30:50 The Importance of Intentional Time Management31:47 Making Bold Business Decisions for Growth35:32 Resources for New Entrepreneurs40:20 The Story Behind the Pink Bee Brand42:23 Defining Worth Beyond Productivity46:20 Introduction and Gratitude46:49 Engagement and Community Building#DirectSales #BusinessGrowth #TheOther99%PodcastThank you for tuning in to The Other 99%. If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to rate and review the podcast—it helps us reach more listeners like you! Don’t forget to share this episode with your network and help spread the word.Subscribe now to never miss an episode and stay inspired in your direct sales journey!Plus be sure to follow The Other 99% Podcast on YouTubeFind Megan Sumrell on social: Instagram | megansumrell.comPlan-a-Palooza replays: MegansumrellPlan-a-Palooza Interested in being a guest? Share your story hereFind Lisa on social: Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | lisaduck.comGrab your ChatGPT Freebie hereExplore Lisa's ToolkitsFind Susan on social: Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | susanlarimer.comGrab your 5-Step Customer Care Cheat Sheet hereExplore Susan's ToolkitsDisclaimer: While we strive to provide valuable recommendations and insights, the opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the host and guests. We encourage you to conduct your own research before using any mentioned tools or services to ensure they align with your personal needs. Thank you for being part of The Other 99%!
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