It has been fantastic interviewing friends and colleagues on this podcast and having them share their stories. Building the business you want, the life you want, the peace and ease with which you move through life takes practic. I have learned a lot from these guests and their approach to certain aspects of their life.  I wanted to highlight some of the common themes that I heard that you can embrace in your day-to-day. Remember it is a practice not an overnight change.   IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS The importance of listening.How conversations can lead to better communication skills and empathy.Ways to collaborate.Why learning should be a constant. WANT TO SKIP AHEAD? [2:00] The power of listening [4:12] What you can learn from conversations with people in your travels. [7:45] Building in time and space for self-care and honoring your gut. [9:22] Thinking outside the box and honoring your skills. [11:00] Always be learning!!! RESOURCES [blog] 10 Ways to Utilize the Law of Attraction JOIN THE CONVERSATION Facebook Instagram YouTube Grab shownotes and resources at https://thefirstclick.net/13

Erin Marcus has a successful business, Conquer Your Business, helping people grow and scale to multiple six figures. She is also a regular volunteer at animal rescues. Recently she decided to bring both together and start a foundation so she can help other animal rescues around the country grow and scale! Her story is engaging and fun and Erin always has amazing advice to share. IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS Why Erin wanted to start a animal rescue foundation.How she stays focused and gets things done.Following your passion. WANT TO SKIP AHEAD? [1:35] Who is Erin Marcus? [3:22] Power ow mentorship [6:43] Why she started a nonprofit and her journey. [26:20] Where does Erin go for personal development? [28:01] Is Erin an introvert or extrovert? [28:58] One goal for the upcoming year. [30:21] Piece of advice that has stuck with Erin. [31:27] What’s a non-negotiable? RESOURCES Bigger Than You: The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Building an Unstoppable Team by Kelly Roach [article] Do Women Need More Sleep than Men? by the Sleep Foundation [blog] 10 Simple Ways to Make A Difference for Your Favorite NonProfit   Guest Today is Erin Marcus Founder, Conquer Your Business Learn more at: https://conqueryourbusiness.com/  Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erinmarcusconqueryourbusiness/  Follow on YouTube: http://moderndirectseller.com/youtube Join in on the conversation with Easy Style with Sami on: Facebook: https://facebook.com/ssmulhnern Instagram: https://instagram.com/ssmulhern  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sami-bedell-mulhern/  YouTube

Becky Launder spent years in direct sales with a few different companies. She built thriving business and large teams and eventually left to start a business coaching direct sellers in building their dream businesses. This business even includes her husband now as they build a business together. She's sharing her experience and how her businesses have progressed to build the life and career that fits her and her family! Grab the shownotes and resources mentioned in this episode https://easystylewithsami.com/11

Sometimes we go after something because we've always been passionate about it. Sometimes we try something as a fun hobby and to relax, and it just sticks. That's what comedy was for Katy Ipock. Over the course of time it has evolved into all sorts of things like producing shows, mentoring comics, and even starting a podcast. She's sharing how she has turned her passion into a career and how it has evolved over the years. She's also sharing how she's continuing to learn along the way and keep learning and growing her craft. Grab the shownotes and resources mentioned in this episode at https://easystylewithsami.com/10

Showing up confidently is part nature and part nuture. Christine has a a great outgoing personality and has worked hard over time to understand how to engage with people and meet them where they are to have better, more engaging conversations. If you're the person that is nervous to talk to other people at an event this episode is for you. She's sharing some great ways you can learn how to listen more, be more confident and be open to where the conversation takes you. Grab the shownotes and resources mentioned in this episode at https://easystylewithsami.com/9

Have you ever had a conversation with somone with no expectation, only to find out that you both know the same person or they have a connection to that perfect client that you've been wanting an introduction to? When we show up with the right intentions and a mutual sharing you never know what the conversation can bring. Chelsea Calliott is a master connector and has always had a knack for really getting to know people. While things have changed post COVID, kids going to college and her husband selling his business, she is still adapting the same skills and focusing on how she shows up so she can better serve others. Grab the shownotes and resources mentioned in this episode at https://easystylewithsami.com/8

When was the last time you listened to your gut and made a change in your life, even if it wasn't the "popular" or most "responsible" decision? Oftentimes the world gives us signs about where we should go with our personal and professional lives. If we aren't listening then we are stuck in mediocrity. Anne Massey knew that she was ready for a change when she was living in Hawaii, her employer laid off a lot of people and her landlord told her the apartment was no longer for rent. Hear how she took back control to set up her life the way she wanted it and roadtripped around the United States. Grab the shownotes and resources mentioned in this episode at https://easystylewithsami.com/7

Video is a crucial element to marketing no matter the industry. So what's stopping you from showing up? Or maybe your nervous to turn your camera on during a zoom call. Being confident is a combination of your surroundings and your mindset. Amy Lokken is here to share ways you can show up as YOU, and no one else. It includes the way you dress, your location and how you feel about your values. This all comes together to help you show up as you in your own personal style. Grab the shownotes and resources mentioned in this episode at https://easystylewithsami.com/6

Teamwork isn't always easy, it takes great leadership to ensure that everyone feels heard, valued, and that their contributing in a meanginful way. It can be even more complicated in the direct sales space with varying levels of skills and personalities. Molly Fitch has built an incredible culture within her team, which I'm a part of. She's sharing how she approaches her business and therefore how her incredible community has been built organically. Grab the showntes and resources mentioned in this episode at https://easystylewithsami.com/5

Are you finding yourself in a space that just doesn't feel authentically you? Do you struggle with knowing you're not in the right job, marriage, friendship, etc, but have no idea how to move through it? Ali Cammelletti joins me today to talk about how she has worked on her self-awareness and mindset to help her get to the place she's always wanted with her business and personal life. Ali isn't a life coach or a therapist, she's a sales consultant that supports the hospitality industry. Her perspective is one that I think all of us can learn something from and be inspired by. Grab the shownotes and resouces mentioned in this episode at https://easystylewithsami.com/4

When it comes to growing a business, collaborations is the best way I've done it. Building relationships with like minded people that are willing to refer people to me makes it easier to close and easier to build. In this short episode I'm sharing a bit about how collaborations have been integral in all the different aspects of my business. Grab the shownotes and resources mentioned in this episode at https://easystylewithsami.com/3

Lisa Duck has been in Direct Sales for over 17 years. She always knew she wanted to do it differently and be more virtual vs in person and has built a successful business thinking about the traditional box. Hear how she found the company that fit her personality, how she took to Reels and what advice she has for you if you're starting and growing your business on your terms. Grab the shownotes and resources mentioned in this episode at https://easystylewithsami.com/2

Sarah Cook always knew she wanted to have a career in the Naturopathic Medical field, but just didn't exactly know what that looked like. After graduating from SCNM she felt the only option she really had was to become a practitioner so that's what she did. When it didn't fill her up, she knew she needed to do something a little different but didn't want to abandon the field altogether. Check out Sarah's story in how she found her personal style with her business and as an entrepreneur to build something she's super proud of now that has her doing the work she loves, supporting the field she's passionate about and living her best life. Grab the shownotes and resources mentioned in this episode at https://easystylewithsami.com/1

Easy Style with Sami explores how people have created their own personal style around their family, travel, food, entrepreneurship and more. Anything goes as guests share their unique stories to inspire you to find your own unique personal style.   Look for new episodes every Thursday!