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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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  • If You’re Not Selling, You’re Just Shopping

    If You’re Not Selling, You’re Just Shopping

    Direct sales can be an incredible way to earn income and enjoy great products—but only if you manage your inventory and mindset wisely. In this post, Lisa Duck and Susan Larimer share honest advice about avoiding the common trap of overstocking, how to turn excess inventory into cash, and practical tips to keep your direct…

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  • Sealed With a K.I.S.S!!

    Sealed With a K.I.S.S!!

    In this heart-and-hilarious episode of The Other 99%, Lisa and Susan are joined by fan-favourite Amber Grillot for Sealed with a K.I.S.S.—an honest chat about the tough seasons in direct sales, what true leadership looks like, and how a simple piece of snail mail can change everything. Get ready to laugh, nod your head, and…

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  • What’s Modern in Direct sales?!

    What’s Modern in Direct sales?!

    Discover how direct sellers are boosting their income with digital offers, and learn how the Oh My Hi Challenge (July 23–25) will walk you through creating and selling your first digital or physical product bundle.

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