In this episode of the Modern Direct Seller Podcast, we're talking all about modernizing your party and group selling strategies for 2026. You'll learn how to leverage pop-up shop experiences, referral programs, text-only selling, collaboration opportunities, and problem-specific parties to connect with customers in ways that feel simple, fun, and effective in today's market.

Looking to access the complete Party Like It's 2026 training with templates, scripts, and messaging strategies for all five strategies? Join the Modern Direct Seller Academy for just $15!

Time-Based Notes:

• 1:13 - Why Traditional Facebook Parties Don't Work Anymore

• 6:15 - Strategy 1: Pop-up Shop Experience

• 8:34 - Strategy 2: Referral Programs

• 11:02 - Strategy 3: Text-Only Selling Strategy

• 14:40 - Strategy 4: Collaboration Approach

• 17:04 - Strategy 5: Problem-Specific Parties

• 19:24 - Applying the Strategies

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Get the full show notes at https://moderndirectseller.com/episode272

In this episode of the Modern Direct Seller Podcast, we chat with Maggie Schneider, SEO savant and founder of Hilltop Help, about getting more traffic to your website. Maggie shares why direct sellers should have their own websites, the foundational SEO steps that matter most, and how blogging and Pinterest work together for long-term visibility. She also covers quick wins like setting up Google Analytics and creating a Google Business Profile.

You can connect with Maggie at hilltophelp.com to explore her services, blog, and courses, or follow her on Instagram for quick SEO tips. Don't forget to grab her free SEO checklist to get started with the basics.

Time-Based Notes:

• 1:25 - Rapid Fire Questions

• 3:41 - Maggie's Career Transition

• 6:41 - The Importance of Having Your Own Website

• 12:14 - SEO Fundamentals and Quick Wins

• 15:13 - Content Strategy and Keyword Research

• 18:02 - Blogging Relevance and Long-term Value

• 22:57 - Leveraging Pinterest for Traffic

• 25:07 - Google Business Profiles Setup

Show sponsored by CinchShare: The number one most trusted social media scheduling tool for direct sellers. Start your 60 day trial today with coupon code KEYBOARD60 and spend less time posting and more time socializing!

Get the full show notes at https://moderndirectseller.com/episode271

In this episode of the Modern Direct Seller Podcast, we're talking all about New Year's resolutions and goal-setting for 2026. We're sharing the science behind why goals work and what it takes to actually stick with them beyond February. Get ready to set clear focus areas that will help you grow your direct sales business this year.

Want accountability and support to hit your 2026 goals? Join the Modern Direct Seller Academy Pro or VIP program and get access to this Friday's virtual retreat plus the exclusive "Party Like It's 2026" training with five different sales strategies, templates, and all the assets you need.

Time-Based Notes:

• 3:44 - The Science and Statistics Behind Goal Setting

• 8:30 - Academy Programs and Virtual Retreat

• 9:37 - Consistency and Systems

• 12:17 - Primary Money-Making Activities

• 15:27 - Party Like It's 2026

• 16:42 - Personal Brand Elevation

• 19:18 - Personal Branding Updates and 2026 Goals

Show sponsored by CinchShare: The number one most trusted social media scheduling tool for direct sellers. Start your 60 day trial today with coupon code KEYBOARD60 and spend less time posting and more time socializing!

Get the full show notes at https://moderndirectseller.com/episode270