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  • 10 Things You Might Not Know About Lisa Duck

    10 Things You Might Not Know About Lisa Duck

    Let’s get personal! I’m sharing 10 fun, quirky, and maybe even surprising facts about me—from my tech obsession to my unexpected food allergies. Whether we’ve just met or known each other for years, there’s a good chance you’ll learn something new!

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  • Is Network Marketing a Pyramid Scheme?

    Is Network Marketing a Pyramid Scheme?

    You’ve probably wondered—or been asked—if network marketing is just another name for a pyramid scheme. It’s a smart question, especially with so much misinformation floating around. In this post, we’ll break down the differences clearly and confidently, so you can understand (and explain) how legitimate network marketing works—and why it’s absolutely not the same as…

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  • Social Selling—Without Being “Social”

    Social Selling—Without Being “Social”

    Think social selling is just for extroverts? Discover how introverts can succeed in direct sales without draining their energy or pretending to be someone they’re not.

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  • ChatGPT for Direct Sellers

    ChatGPT for Direct Sellers

    ChatGPT is like having a creative assistant in your back pocket — ready to help you write content, plan events, and save hours of time in your direct sales business. This post shares four simple tips to get started and shows you how to make the most of this powerful (and free!) tool. Bonus: grab…

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  • It’s Direct Sales, Not Direst Salesy

    It’s Direct Sales, Not Direst Salesy

    Tired of feeling “salesy” every time you share your product or opportunity? In this episode of The Other 99%, hosts Lisa Duck and Susan Larimer dig into what it really takes to sell with heart. Through real-life stories and smart strategies, they show how authenticity, permission, and connection can lead to better results—and feel way…

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  • Unleash the Leader Within

    Unleash the Leader Within

    Discover authentic leadership tips for every Direct Sales Leader from The Other 99% Podcast, featuring inspiring advice from Marla Nemanic.

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  • Email Marketing is Still Alive

    Email Marketing is Still Alive

    In a world flooded with algorithms and fleeting social media trends, email marketing stands tall as one of the most powerful tools for connecting with your audience. In this week’s episode of The Other 99%, we’re breaking down exactly why email still matters—and how direct sellers and small business owners can use it to grow…

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