The Direct Selling Accelerator Podcast
Episodes
Ep 105: From a Startup in the Kitchen to a Fast-growing MLM Success with Seth and Erin Williams
22 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ever thought to yourself ‘This could be a great product…but I’m not a business person?’ Today, we are fortunate enough ...
Ep 104: Social Media Tips for 2022 with Cinchshare CEO and Founder Jennifer Johnson
15 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What’s working on social media right now, in 2022? 🤔 In the previous episode, we talked about the huge changes coming to social media. ...
Ep 103: The BIGGEST Social Media Trends for 2022 with Charley Valher
08 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
2022 is a CRAZY year for social media! To talk about this, I’ve invited a very special person - a great friend of mine, and probably the b...
Ep 102: The 3 Magic Skills I Learned From Door to Door That I Still Use Everyday
01 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A little secret about me…. I never completed year 12 😱 ☝ What does this have to do with my journey? Well… EVERYTHING! I started doo...
Ep 101: From Bottom to Top in 4 years - The Simple Strategies Anyone Can Implement with Sarah Strunk
22 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Starting from scratch can be a scary concept 😱 but today’s special guest managed to do just that AND reach the highest position in her compan...
Ep 100: 10 Valuable Lessons in Business and Life: My Journey So Far
15 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
IT’S THE 100th EPISODE!! 🥳🥳🥳 This is really special for us and we would not be here without YOU, our amazing listeners. Over the past 1...
Ep 99: Building Self Leadership Skills Through Mindset with Kate Krieg
06 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Daily tasks can be super overwhelming if you’ve got a busy, busy brain like I do. So, how do we train our minds to stay productive without...
Ep 98: Party Like A Pro - with Cassie Dodds
01 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Whether you think you can or you can’t, you’re absolutely right! And in this episode, I am so excited to introduce a very special person w...
Ep 97: What To Do When You Are Stumped For Content Ideas
25 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Stuck on what to post next? Don’t worry. It happens to all of us! There are a couple of ways to get around being stuck … In today&r...
Ep 96: My 5 Favourite Tools For Great Video Anytime, Anywhere!
18 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
With video being by FAR the most valuable content you can create for social media… yet one of the trickiest, how do you do it and do it well? I...
Ep 95: From Consultant to Corporate: Faith Paki Shares The Power of Authenticity
11 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There is only one you and in this episode, I’m excited to introduce you all to an absolutely gorgeous individual who is a great example of being...
Ep 94: Surviving the Holidays, Relationship Tips with Mike Johnston
04 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Happy New Year, everyone! 🎊 To start off 2022, we’re doing something slightly different but really fun as usual. We’re bringing on Mike...
Ep 93: My Favourite Moments for 2021
28 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We’re wrapping up 2021 with a BANG! It’s been a wonderful past 12 months and it’s only natural to end the year with something ...
Ep 92: Ask Us Anything! (Funny Holiday Edition)
21 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I have been waiting A LONG time to make this episode and it seemed like the perfect time to do it! With our ridiculous Christmas get-up and we’l...
Ep 91: How To Switch Off A Busy Mind This Christmas Break
14 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It’s noisy in here! My head I mean…. Christmas is an insane time of year but add in family, a business to run and don’t even ...
Ep 90: Nothing is Impossible - with Rachel McVinish from Jeunesse
07 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ever thought ‘That would be a great idea…. But I could NEVER make it happen’? Today’s episode is going to be just what ...
Ep 89: Building Your Direct Selling Selling Business - with Sam Norrie and Penny Inches
30 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The direct selling industry is an ABSOLUTE roller coaster ride 🎢 You can have bookings for five straight days, then have a dud party on the sixth&h...
Ep 88: The Most Powerful Story I’ve Ever Heard - with Christine Tylee
23 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Every day is a blessing when you work in an industry that changed your life... And over 20 years since I started my own direct selling business journe...
Ep 87: I Nearly Quit... Twice, How I'm Still Here 7 Years On
16 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
When you start a business, you’re motivated…. Excited…. filled with hopes and dreams, ready for battle. BRING. IT. ON. Then the in...
Ep 86: Kicking Imposter Syndrome To The Curb - with Noeleen Shine
09 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever had this sinking feeling where you’re doubting all your success and feel like you don’t deserve any of it? Imposter syndrome...
Ep 85: Why We Created The 14 Day Challenge
02 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Have you heard of Auxano’s 14 Day ‘Done for you’ Post Challenge? We get so many people email us saying “I'm overwhelmed,...
Ep 84: Why Identifying Your Ideal Customer Is Key - with Greg Hind
26 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
One of the most important lessons you’ll ever learn in sales isn’t how to ‘sell’, it’s knowing WHO you’re selling ...
Ep 83: Building A Relationship With Your Customers - with Kate Maynard
19 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
One of my pet peeves is having someone on Facebook I haven't talked to in a while, message me to say Hi... then immediately send me a request, sell or...
Ep 82: Failing is not an option - with Sally-Anne Ferguson
12 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
60% of new businesses fail in the first three years. It’s a scary thought, and for good reason: Starting your own business isn’t eas...
Ep 81: Surviving As A Working Mum - With My Mum!
05 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The phrase I hate to hear the most - ‘You are a super mum! How do you run a business with four kids?’ Let’s get this straight&hellip...
Ep 80: The Power of Attitude — with Mark Schulman
28 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
THIS was a cool episode and one you won’t want to miss! Meet Mark Schulman, who has enjoyed a 30-year career as a first-call drummer for world-c...
Ep 79: Why Facebook Isn't Working – with Greg Hind
21 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Is the platform now dead in the water? Some of the biggest Facebook challenges we hear are: “My stuff isn’t getting any reach.&rdquo...
Ep 78: What Life’s Been Showing You – with Mitch & Mills
14 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
There’s so much going on in the world right now that bombards and stresses us. When we let these overwhelming events get the better of us, we lo...
Ep 77: Self Care isn’t Selfish – Tips to Fill Your Cup When Life Gets Tough
07 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Each week at Auxano HQ we have a team planning session, but this week we found ourselves discussing how exhausted and run down we all felt as a result...
Ep 76: Overcoming Anxiety With Tammi Kirkness
31 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It’s never been a better time than right now for us to have a meaningful conversation about anxiety which anyone can fall victim to regardless o...
Ep 75: The Flywheel Effect – with Kristine Widtfeldt, CEO of Chalk Couture
24 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you remember a time when you gave up and then later wondered what might have happened if you had just kept going? Could your pot of gold have been ...
Ep 74: Social Media SINS With Ciara Philippa
17 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
As much as I prefer focusing on the positive side of life, it was a bit of fun to take a bit of a turn and get some pet peeves off my chest with a ver...
Ep 73: The Power of Next One Thing – with Tamsen Sala-Linnan
10 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever get to the end of a day and think…. I was so busy today, but did I actually get anything done? Or I’m not a born leader so ho...
Ep 72: The Power of ‘Yes’ with Grant Chugg
03 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
2 years ago, almost to the day, Greg and I had an experience that changed our lives and our business forever. We want to show you a glimpse into that ...
Ep 71: Running Marathons and Business With CEO of Direct Selling Australia, Gillian Stapleton
28 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
How do you eat an elephant? I know it’s a bit weird to ask that question, but with all the challenges we’ve faced in the last 18 months it...
Ep 70: You Are What You Think You Are – with Ben Physick
20 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
“There’s a magic to thinking big — Whether you think you can, or you think you can’t.. You’re right." This episode is am...
Episode 69: The Power of Your Story – With Lisa McInnes-Smith
14 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you feel like your story doesn’t matter? What if I told you, your story could be the one thing holding you back from the growth in your busin...
Episode 68: 30 Years of Change – Chatting With John Haines, Director of Amway AUS/NZ
06 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Change is the only thing constant about our world, and so we have to constantly adapt just so we can make it. With the recent challenges we’ve b...
Episode 067: "What YOU Said About the Industry!"
30 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s episode is going to be a little bit different as I bring Greg Hind once again onto the podcast to talk about a direct selling industry s...
Episode 066: Personal Growth Means Business Growth With Emma Matthews
22 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ready to hear a real story from a real woman that has had real challenges… then got REAL results? Well ok then! Our guest for today, Emma Matth...
Episode 065: From Struggle Street to Success With Emily Fidirikkos
15 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Life’s too short to do something you hate, so our guest for today went and did something she truly loves and eventually turned it into her full ...
Episode 064: "These Feet Weren’t Made for Walking… Why I’m Running a Half Marathon"
08 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This episode has been on my heart for a while but I would be lying if I said it wasn’t a really tough one to do. Sometimes, the only choice you&...
Episode 063: From 0–$2M in 2 Years…. and Having Fun Doing It!
01 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
“You don’t have to be great to start, but you have to start to be great.” One of the famous quotes from Zig Ziglar that our gu...
Episode 062: Protecting Your Profile From Hackers and More…
26 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We may have hated the term “lockdown” in the previous months. But this is one “lockdown” you’re going to appreciate. How...
Episode 061: Getting Unstuck and Tough Love With Kyrya Clancy
18 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
‘I feel stuck!’ Ever caught yourself saying this? I sure have! Today I want to introduce you to a wonderful friend who knows this industry...
Episode 060: Growing a Party Plan Business With Krissy Kelly
11 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome this episode’s guest Krissy Kelly, Executive Director with LeRêve, an Australian owned Party Plan business specialising in fragran...
Episode 059: Achieving Your Goals and Beating Overwhelm With Keith Abraham
04 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Well are you in for a treat today! Meet my guest for this episode, Keith Abraham — a global authority on goal achievement with over 22 years of ...
Episode 058: How Listening Helps You Connect with Your Audience with Oscar Trimboli
28 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Want to have a deeper connection with your audience? How about your friends & family… yes please! Did you know there isn’t a problem ...
Episode 057: The Latest Facebook Updates
22 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Facebook is rolling out some new changes and updates and some of you are rather anxious about it. But hold on! I know change is scary. The question is...
Episode 056: 3 Quick Tips - What To Do… When You Don’t Know What To Do
14 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Thanks to the Internet, you don’t have to navigate countless places to establish relationships with your potential and existing customers. But h...
Episode 055: 5 Tools to Up Your Social Media Game
31 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What’s a good marketing plan without the aid of social media tools that can boost your reach & engagement whilst creating tons of fun on you...
Episode 054: Quitting (Alcohol) With Celine Egan
17 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In hard times we may choose to escape into technology, alcohol or food to cope. If you find yourself “escaping” instead of being fully pre...
Episode 053: Courage, Consistency and Confidence With Kimball Hobby
10 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Looking back at 2020, we’ve gone through some tough times. But looking forward to 2021, did we ever imagine we’d be able to get past those...
Episode 052: How To Stop the Scroll!
03 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Posts sink or swim in a matter of hours! How can you get people to pay attention to your posts?!! Get noticed on social media - make your posts stand ...
Episode 051: How Do You Brand Yourself on Social Media?
24 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
One of the most frequent questions we get asked is “how do I brand myself?” Branding is such a vital part of our marketing strategy. It&rs...
Episode 050: Give Your Facebook a 5 Minute Check Over!
16 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
When we take our direct selling businesses to Facebook, we have all these preconceived notions that we need to pretty up our images and post cool cont...
Episode 049: What Do Feelings Have To Do With Your Social Media Strategy?
09 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Before we start with today’s podcast episode, I’d like to give you a little bit of an activity: Try to close your eyes and think for a sec...
Episode 048: Back to School Social Media Strategy!
02 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In some places in the world, such as New Zealand and Australia, where I am from, we’re shifting from the holiday season towards going back to sc...
Episode 047: Beating Anxiety in 2021
26 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
2021 is here and most people are unsure of what’s going to happen in the days to come. And although everyone’s just trying to look at thin...
Episode 046: 8 Virtual Party Mistakes You Should Never Make
19 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In 2020, Greg and I have directed a massive focus to training our Accelerator members on how to conduct a Facebook or Zoom event to help them improve ...
Episode 045: 5 FAQs with Greg and Sam
12 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We get to connect with hundreds of direct sellers across Australia and the world and here are the FIVE questions we always get asked. In today&...
Episode 044: My Predictions for 2021
05 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Social media and the direct selling industry is changing fast over the years, so a lot of us are wondering what’s coming or what’s going t...
Episode 043: My Biggest Lessons From 2020
29 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
As 2020 comes to a close — for sure, there have been lots of lessons that we’ve picked up along the way, things we’ve probably ...
Episode 042: Switching Off
22 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Like it or not, we are now in a day and age where we are totally surrounded by social media and technology. Most of us heavily rely on it for our busi...
Episode 041: What You’re Doing Wrong...
15 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
If you’re one of those people who’s going, “Why is no one interacting with my facebook page? Why am I not reaching customers?”...
Episode 040: Christmas Inspiration for Your Social Media
08 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It’s the most wonderful time of the year again! And what better time to start incorporating Christmas inspiration into your social media than NO...
Episode 039: Going Old School
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
I was checking through my emails the other day and answering lots of questions on social media, marketing and lead generating. I stopped at one questi...
Episode 038: Visual Storytelling Tips and Tricks
25 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sharing your story on social media is the most effective way of standing out. Effectively capture your customer’s attention by sharing your who,...
Episode 037: 5 Reasons You Should Have a Facebook Business Page and Where to Start
17 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Facebook has launched its own Business Pages, and it’s packed with amazing tools and features! What are the benefits and how can it boost your b...
Episode 036: The Gamechangers! The 2 Most Powerful Pieces of Content
10 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Two social media giants are Facebook and Instagram. A lot of direct sellers promote heavily on these platforms but some of the questions I get asked a...
Episode 035: Be Your Own Secret Weapon!
03 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Stepping into the world of social media doesn’t mean you have to change yourself to meet other people’s standards. Here’s a question...
Episode 034: 5 Facebook Changes in 2020 You Don’t Want to Miss!
27 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Facebook has started shifting things around to create a more positive environment on the internet. But what are these changes? How do they affect your...
Episode 033: My 3 Most Commonly Asked Questions Answered
20 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dying to know which social media platform suits your direct selling business better? Always wondered why some businesses get better engagement on Face...
Episode 032: Starting Virtual Parties From a Convert’s Perspective with Jane Larson
16 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Everybody has been affected by the recent global pandemic that hit us, everybody...including retail businesses, both directly and indirectly. Sales ha...
Episode 031: 5 Facebook Mistakes to Avoid
06 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever caught yourself trying to post something you just downloaded somewhere from Google? Do you also feel that sudden outburst of inspiration...
Episode 030: Facebook or Instagram: Which Platform is Best for My Business?
30 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
“Should I use Facebook to sell cosmetics?” “Can I reach my customers better if I use Instagram?” “Which platform works b...
Episode 029: My Top 3 Profitable Activities on Social Media (They DON’T Include What You Post)
22 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It’s no secret that great content can get your ideal customers engaging with you in no time, especially if you’ve used my 10 simple techni...
Episode 028: 3 Quick Tips to Grow Your Facebook Followers
15 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Most people get stumped when it comes to getting users to visit their social media pages. You could well be three months in and not get any good follo...
Episode 027: What I’ve Learned This Year About Being a Mum, Woman… Human
08 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is a raw reflection of myself as a parent, woman, and business owner in the 2020. As we are approaching RUOK Day I want to ask the ...
Episode 026: Taking Your Conferences and Events Virtual with Colleen Ocafrain
01 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It’s no secret that in 2020…. everything has changed BUT who says you can’t gather people and hold events anymore? When life gives ...
Episode 025: Staying Motivated in a Time of Crisis with Beverley Unitt
25 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
With a lot of depressing things going on in our world today, it’s hard not to become a Debbie Downer. However, by changing the course of your th...
Episode 024: Building Your Team with Lyndsey Baigent
18 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
You’ve got a direct selling business and you are trying to build your team, however, but it’s so hard to find people that stick around and...
Episode 023: 10 Simple Steps to Transform Your Facebook Posts
11 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered why your Facebook posts are just not getting the attention that you want? You’ve made sure to include awesome photos, fol...
Episode 022: Talking About Mega Parties and Real Life with Shelly Pease
05 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Mega Parties… What are they and how do they work? Today we will cover all those details in a raw episode with Shelly where we also talk about t...
Episode 021: 21 Questions with Sam and Greg
28 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
When you follow someone closely, sometimes you can’t help but wonder what they’re like when they’re not talking about work. Well, to...
Episode 020: Networking and Your Direct Selling Business with Wendy Lloyd Curley
22 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever had a direct seller coming at you too aggressively, trying their hardest to sell their products that you just awkwardly start closing up...
Episode 019: 3 Ways to be More Productive on Social Media
14 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Would it be an exaggeration to say that social media is notorious for being a thief? It’s like a maze that’s so easy to get yourself lost ...
Episode 018: Facebook vs. Instagram
07 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Not sure about which social media platform to use for your business? It’s true that social media is a very effective tool for marketing. Every d...
Episode 017: Facebook Group Updates and Best Practices
30 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Would you LOVE to build an active community on Facebook that’s FILLED with your perfect customers? Of course you would! With over 2 billion Face...
Episode 016: 7 Common Facebook Mistakes To Avoid
23 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
No matter what industry you’re in, reaching your customer is your priority. As the world deals with lockdowns and work-from-home orders, it has ...
Episode 015: Virtual Parties and Too Much Shopping with Special Guest Greg
16 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we had some fun and recounted with you what happened when lockdown orders came out in March. This has possibly been the most fun I ca...
Episode 014: The Rollercoaster Ride of Business Building
09 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Running a business has its ups and downs. Similar to life, you go through season upon season. Depending on where you are, the important thing is to ke...
Episode 013: Tips for Finding Balance as a Parent in Direct Selling
02 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It’s time to get a little more personal and I sure did it in this episode! I’ve been getting a lot of questions about how I manage my time...
Episode 012: Facebook Updates and Changes (May 2020)
26 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Facebook is in the process of rolling out changes to their platform. There’s always confusion at the start when people don’t see the same ...
Episode 011: Are you invisible on Facebook? Let's talk post frequency and strategy
19 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
You’re either posting too much or you’re not posting enough. Most people simply don’t understand the reasons why posting needs to be...
Episode 010: Productivity and Relationship Marketing
12 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Meaningful conversations are the cornerstones to every direct seller. You want people to want to approach you and to come out of your interactions fee...
Episode 009: Getting creative for the non-creative! 5 tips to up your game
05 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
As you start to build your social media, you need to spend some time making things look good. But when you’re used to doing the business side of...
Episode 008: Mastering your mindset with Beverley Unitt
28 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
You are your worst critic. There’s a little voice in your head that constantly tells you that you’re not good enough or you can’t do...
Episode 007: The 5 key stages to running a virtual party or event
21 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
If the idea of taking your business online is such a scary prospect, then you are not alone. As direct sellers, we thrive on human to human interactio...
Episode 006: Pivoting your message with Sandy Cantin
14 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Everyone is going through a lot right now. Business disruptions, school closings, and loss of jobs have led to upheaval of the everyday life people ha...