Make Chic Happen

Make Chic Happen Podcast

Welcome to the Make Chic Happen Podcast with your hosts Melanie Mitro and Katy Ursta. This podcast was designed for women business owners in mind. We know that building a business is messy, it's hard, and it brings about so many challenges that you never thought possible. In the Make Chic Happen Podcast, Katy and Melanie are going to unpack what being female business owners, raising kids, and trying to keep it calm and collected is like. They are going to give you the REAL TRUTH about business ownership every single week!

  • 23 minutes 52 seconds
    Episode 268: What It Takes To Be A Top Recruiter In Your Direct Sales Business!

    Katy puts Melanie in the hot seat today to chat about ways you can empower yourself into a season of team building.

    Melanie is launching another round of her Rockstar Recruitment course! On this episode of the Direct Sales Done Right, Katy is asking Melanie some questions to dive deeper into what the course consist of!

    HIGHLIGHTS FROM EPISODE:

    4:15 What is the Rockstar Recruitment Course?

    7:55 What holds people back from recruiting?

    11:13 When to know to make an investment in your business.

    14:30 Defining moment for Melanie to start recruiting to her direct sales team.

    18:11 Confidence building.

    LINKS TO CHECK OUT:

    Join the Rockstar Recruitment Blitz here: blitz.chicinfluencer.com/

    Check out the Rockstar Recruitment: bit.ly/3r9xKlf

    Follow Melanie and Katy on Instagram:

    Melanie: www.instagram.com/melaniemitro/

    Katy: www.instagram.com/katywritescontent/

    2 May 2024, 1:00 pm
  • 42 minutes 6 seconds
    Episode 269: How To Turn Your Facebook Group Into A Lead-Generating Machine With Leigh Ann David

    Leigh Ann David has been in business for 20 years! She is a wealth of knowledge on the Direct Sales Done Right Podcast this week!

    Mary K is a business model that is more face to face, but Leigh had enough of that back in 2019. She took it upon herself to change up the way she was doing business. She then created a private Facebook groups to run her direct sales business which then in return blew up her sales, team, and momentum.

    On this weeks episode of Direct Sales Done Right, Melanie and Katy have Leigh Ann in the hot seat to share more about turning her in person business to more social media based to reach more ladies authentically. Leigh Ann drives home the importance of selling vs. building your community.

    Follow Leigh Ann on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/mrsladavid

    Check out The Collective here: http://collective.chicinfluencer.com/

    2 May 2024, 1:00 pm
  • 36 minutes 48 seconds
    Episode 267: Authenticity & Energy: Your Selling Superpower with Danielle Natoni

    Since energy contagious, are you showing up authentically on your social media?
    On this week on the Direct Sales Done Right podcast Katy is interviewing Danielle Natoni.


    Danielle opens up about her start in direct sales. It took her about 8 months into her business to make a positive shift that in return made her more authentic in her story. She began to cultivate relationships and build a community that is based around her authentic self. She chose to show up as the example of the products and programs rather than just selling her products.


    Danielle shares how she went from selling fitness to showing up authentically to build her business to the place she is in today.


    Danielle shares her journey over the last 14 years in direct sales, how she's evolved, and the way she runs her business in this season of her life!

    HIGHLIGHTS:

    2:58 Danielles story about starting direct sales.

    7:39 Energy is everything.

    9:58 Sharing over selling.

    12:45 Consistency on stories - what selling looks like on social media as serving.

    15:39 Rise & Energize.

    17:53 Outside perspective of your social media.

    19:18 Speaking inclusively.

    20:22 Interaction on social media.

    21:38 Book Of Boundaries: https://amzn.to/3TAGV8z

    29:30 How Danielle runs her support and accountability groups

    33:50:  Danielles biggest palm to forehead moment.


    Follow Danielle on Instagram here:  https://www.instagram.com/daniellenatoni/



    Check out the Chic Branding Experience here: https://bit.ly/4cAyxhI
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    Need more social media posts? Steal Melanies 30 prompts here:
    30 prompts for business posts: https://chicinfluencer.com/30-social-media-prompts/

    2 May 2024, 1:00 pm
  • 21 minutes 56 seconds
    Episode 270: How To Switch Direct Sales Companies With Class

    A reminder that someone leaving is not about you, it is just what the next chapter of their life looks like. When you can honor that decision, you can wish the person well and move on with your business!


    This week on Direct Sales Done Right, Melanie and Katy are sharing their candid thoughts on transitioning between direct sales companies. They focus on gracefully shifting your business without disparaging your former company, underscoring the significance of maintaining professionalism and integrity throughout the process!



    HIGHLIGHTS:

    1:17 What makes Melanie uncomfortable.

    2:47 Why someone might change companies.

    5:40 Thinking about the bigger picture.

    6:17 What Katy sees when people pivot companies.

    10:38 Crossing lines when switching companies.

    13:50 Leaving your current company with class defined by Melanie and Katy

    16:40 Reacting to someone leaving your organization.

    17:51 Don't burn bridges - have good communication.


    Check out the Rockstar Recruitment Course here: https://bit.ly/3r9xKlf

    2 May 2024, 1:00 pm
  • 19 minutes 51 seconds
    Episode 271: BREAKING NEWS: The ElevateHer Summit

    WE CAN FINALLY SHARE THE NEWS!
    You are invited to attend the ElevateHer Summit in Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania, from September 25th to September 27th.

    We understand the power of being in the RIGHT room, surrounded by women who inspire growth and success, and that is exactly what you can expect from this event.

    ElevateHer is more than just an event…

    It’s a dynamic, high-energy environment designed to help you define and achieve YOUR own version of success.
    It’s time to break free from limiting beliefs, align your work with your values, and confidently attract new customers and team members.

    With our proven sales and recruitment frameworks, you’ll learn how to SCALE your business like never before!
    You will walk away from the ElevateHer Summit with…

     -Confidence
     -Team-building strategies
    - New success partners who are in the trench of building a direct sales business right alongside you

    Don’t miss out!
    Secure your spot NOW with early bird pricing, and let’s ELEVATE together in person this September!

    GET YOUR TICKETS HERE: https://chicinfluencer.com/elevate-her-summit


    HIGHLIGHTS: 

    2:15 Protecting your energy.

    5:33 What makes the ElevateHer Summit different than other networking events. 

    10:11 Why the ElevateHer Summit is happening now!

    13:38 Why Melanie and Katy picked the specific speakers for the summit. 

    15:15 Katy's ah-ha moments from live events. 

    16:36 Melanie's ah-ha moment from live events.

    2 May 2024, 1:00 pm
  • 26 minutes 28 seconds
    Episode 272: A Unique Approach To Getting Your Spouse Onboard With Your Business

    This episode is all about relationships! How would your relationship change with people around you, specifically your spouse, when you are creating a direct sales business? Katy and Melanie are giving you the scoop through their experiences.

    Melanie has been in a season where her husband did not support her business which then affected their relationship greatly. She has learned through more ways than she can count since then and wants to make sure you are prioritizing your relationships!

    Katy and Melanie discuss being in a season where your spouse isn't supportive, they might be on board because it isn't impacting the relationship that much yet, or someone who wants to make changes in some prioritizes because a relationship is being affected. This episode of The Direct Sales Done Right podcast will give you ways to help your relationship grow through the season of starting to build a business to then implement throughout the journey of growing your business.


    HIGHLIGHTS:

    3:55 Melanie's post that went viral

    7:30 Katy's husband story

    9:26 Resentment with Melanie and Matt

    14:48 How Melanie and Matt learned to see eye to eye

    16:17 Katy and Mike supporting each other

    17:36 "Show Them The Money"

    21:23 Being aware of how much time you are spending on your business


    Melanie Instagram Reel mentioned in episode: https://bit.ly/4b4zAWo

    Marriage episode Katy referenced: https://bit.ly/3WpWhQ6


    You are invited to attend the ElevateHer Summit in Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania, from September 25th to September 27th.

    We understand the power of being in the RIGHT room, surrounded by women who inspire growth and success, and that is exactly what you can expect from this event.

    ElevateHer is more than just an event…

    It’s a dynamic, high-energy environment designed to help you define and achieve YOUR own version of success.
    It’s time to break free from limiting beliefs, align your work with your values, and confidently attract new customers and team members.

    With our proven sales and recruitment frameworks, you’ll learn how to SCALE your business like never before!
    You will walk away from the ElevateHer Summit with…

     -Confidence
     -Team-building strategies
    - New success partners who are in the trench of building a direct sales business right alongside you

    Don’t miss out!
    Secure your spot NOW with early bird pricing, and let’s ELEVATE together in person this September!

    GET YOUR TICKETS HERE: https://chicinfluencer.com/elevate-her-summit

    2 May 2024, 1:00 pm
  • 42 minutes 4 seconds
    Episode 265: Sara Burdick Shares How She Broke Through Her Plateau To Skyrocket Her Success

    Katy and Melanie sit down with top recruiter in Green Compass, Sara Burdick to discuss her unique approach to building her downline.  She walks you through her networking and event strategy that has skyrocketed her success.

    Sara is going to be our Expert Speaker inside the Direct Sales Done Right Collective on March 20th!  To get instant access to the Collective and Sara’s training click the link to join the collective here: Join the Collective. Use Code SARAB at checkout for a discount on annual memberships.

    Follow Sara Burdick on Instagram
    https://www.instagram.com/hempnursesara/

    Go Pro, Eric Worre: https://amzn.to/3uBouYU

    2 May 2024, 12:00 pm
  • 25 minutes 47 seconds
    Episode 266: Our Most Commonly ASKED Question of ALL Time - Time Management Hacks

    "How do you ladies do it all?" We don't! On this week of the Direct Sales Done Right podcast, Katy and Melanie are debunking all the time management myths that they are asked. The ladies have been in the direct sales space for 12 years now, which then made them learn how to manage life and business.

    Katy and Melanie are sharing how to chunk out time which aligned to the goal at the time, outsourcing, investing, and growing the business that you have envisioned.

    HIGHLIGHTS:

    3:09 Social Media Highlight

    4:37 Setting Goals with Time Allowed

    7:17 Growing Into Your Goals

    11:38 Setting Boundaries with Notifications

    13:31 Communication

    14:57 Chic Time Blocker https://bit.ly/3Ts8ron
     
    17:28: Outsourcing In Your Business - Katy

    18:42 Outsourcing IN Your Business - Melanie

    21:44 Delegation


    Join The Collective: http://collective.chicinfluencer.com/
    Use code PODCASTSAVE100 off the annual and receive the entire DSDR Book bundle: Book, planner, and time blocker

    Check out the 30 prompts for business posts: https://chicinfluencer.com/30-social-media-prompts/

    2 May 2024, 12:00 pm
  • 26 minutes
    Episode 264: The Breakthrough Tips No One Talks About For Massive Social Selling Success
    A breakthrough occurs when crucial factors are at play, which may not necessarily be directly related to business strategy or tasks.This week on the Direct Sales Done Right Podcast, Katy and Melanie discuss the four obstacles hindering a breakthrough in one's business.HIGHLIGHTS: 2:07 Mindset Block POV 2:58 1st breakthrough8:28 2nd breakthrough 14:58 3rd breakthrough 23:02 4th breakthrough Books mentioned: The Slight EdgeThe 10x Rule10x Is Easier Than 2xCheck Out The Collective Here: http://collective.chicinfluencer.com/Use the code: PODCASTSAVE100 off the annual and receive the entire DSDR Book bundle: Book, planner, and time blockerSign up for our newsletter and get weekly tips, latest trends, and the most up-to-date info each Friday! https://bit.ly/49JKyiG
    7 March 2024, 5:00 am
  • 37 minutes 25 seconds
    Episode 263: How To Take Negative Comments and Turn Them into Content Gold!
    Katy and Melanie have faced their fair share of critical remarks while establishing their business, but these experiences have forged them into the resilient entrepreneurs they are today.During their conversation on the Direct Sales Done Right Podcast, Katy and Melanie discuss 3 negative comments that helped the ladies learn the art of transforming negative feedback into valuable insights that can fuel the creation of exceptional content. 4:14 Melanies first negative comment story 5:43 Katys first negative comment story 8:26 How to be confident when questioned 10:56 Katys team member story 13:38 Growth conversation as a driving force 17:05 It is a choice to be offended 20:13 Melanies husband being unsupporitve when she first started out 24:40 Katys spouse advice 29:34 Sharing finances on social without offending the ladies spousesCheck Out The Collective Here: http://collective.chicinfluencer.com/Use the code: PODCASTSAVE100 off the annual and receive the entire DSDR Book bundle: Book, planner, and time blockerSign up for our newsletter and get weekly tips, latest trends, and the most up-to-date info each Friday! https://bit.ly/49JKyiG
    29 February 2024, 5:00 am
  • 23 minutes 48 seconds
    Episode 262: The "I, Me, My" Vibe is Killing Your Business
    We know that social media is forever changing, but no worries Katy has your back! Katy is talking about all things social media content, and changes and updates when it comes to growing your Instagram. She is sharing about how to become more personal on your social media to help you grow your platform, sales, and sign ups in 2024. HIGHLIGHTS:4:20 Toby Keith song meaning when Katy was writing section 3 of her book, Direct Sales Done Right 5:18 Katy's client Ah-ha! moment 7:20 Why Katy struggled with sales and sign ups prior in her business 10:16 Branding as a Direct Seller vs. Influencer14:22 Speaking to the problem below the surface 15:48 Pain points and desires16:54 How you guide your people on your social media platforms18:01 BES strategy Join The Collective Here: http://collective.chicinfluencer.com/Use the code PODCASTSAVE100 off the annual and receive the entire DSDR Book bundle: Book, planner, and time blocker.Sign up for our newsletter and get weekly tips, latest trends, and the most up-to-date info each Friday! https://bit.ly/49JKyiGSnag The Direct Sales Done Right Book here: https://amzn.to/3wwfvZk
    22 February 2024, 5:00 am
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