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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?
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”
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 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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Start Your 2026 Strong: Mission, Vision & Word of the Year
Get clear on your 2026 business goals with a mission, vision, and word of the year that actually feels right. These mindset shifts will set you up for sustainable success.
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Reflect, Release, Restart: The 3 R’s Your Business Needs Before the New Year
As the year winds down, it’s the perfect time to pause and reset your business. In this episode of The Other 99%, we introduce a simple but powerful framework: Reflect, Release, Restart. It’s not about starting over, it’s about creating space for what actually works as you plan for 2026.
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The Other 99% Turns 100, and We’re Celebrating
Episode 100 is here, and it honestly feels surreal. What started as a dream to spotlight the everyday seller has turned into a global community of listeners. In this special anniversary episode, we look back on favourite moments, share how the podcast has evolved, and celebrate with listener giveaways. Don’t miss your chance to enter,…
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CinchShare: More Than Just Posting Parties
Discover why CinchShare is the go-to scheduling tool for small business owners and direct sellers. In our latest podcast, Jen Johnson shares tips, tools, and exciting updates you don’t want to miss!

