Are you Scrambling or Celebrating?Ahhh... the last day of the month. Are you stressed over your numbers or celebrating the victory? The difference is what you do on the {FIRST} day of the month. March brings a do over..every month does. So use it this month. Do what you can for February but tomorrow get … Continue reading Scrambling or Celebrating

Everyday I see people abandon their direct sales business for a new business because this one didn't "work". I am your friend and I am here to help so it's truth time.  Businesses don't "work", we work.Success requires commitment, hard work, dedication, education and personal growth.  It doesn't "happen" for anyone.  We are reminded of … Continue reading Closed for business

When you think about it, our business can be a lot like a marriage.  We have to work to stay in {LOVE}.  Sometimes we can feel a little less enamored after a stressful Holiday Season and a sluggish January.  February is the perfect time to fall back in love with your business.  Here are some tips to … Continue reading The Art of Staying In Love

Are you utilizing the prime real estate on your Facebook personal profile?  That is the {About} section just below your profile picture .  Every single person that visits your profile or looks you up can see it.  This is THE place for entrepreneurs to list their business yet, so many do not.  So often, I see they … Continue reading Facebook’s Prime Real Estate

We are what we repeatedly doThe more coaching I do (primarily with women) the more a core group of problematic behaviors and beliefs emerge.  These are habits and tendencies that hold us back both professionally and personally.  As we near 2014, it might be a great time to think about the habits in our lives … Continue reading 5 Habits That Hold You Back

Have you begun planning your success in 2014?  Do you know what you will do with this year?  Have you mapped your course?  YOU have all of the power over your direction in the next 12 months. 2014 CAN be anything that you desire.   It all begins with vision. A well done vision board is a powerful tool. … Continue reading Vision & Dreams

Holiday Team BuildingEnjoy this complimentary training on Holiday Team Building.  Access the deeper dive at http://www.directsalesinstitute.com/store/products/69----------------------------------------------Michelle Archer is a certified coach with nearly 25 years experience in direct sales. Michelle works with companies and individuals to explode their business potential. Connect with her on Facebook Learn more at http://directsalesinstitute.com/

The Holidays are in {FULL} swing and the demands on our time skyrocket this time of year.  It is so easy to get off track with social engagements, shopping, gift wrapping, tree trimming and more.  What is a busy entrepreneur to do?   With a little FOCUS you can round out 2013 and bring in … Continue reading Holiday Focus

https://www.facebook.com/events/1382893571957346/I am so excited to be a part of this {Warmth of the Season} event!   The Direct Sales industry has some of the best kept secrets.  Truly superior products at an exceptional price.  Shopping small helps to build the businesses of others in our community.  I am so proud to be a part of … Continue reading Warmth of the Season

I Am Not The Sales TypeAhhh... Objections.  We all hear them.  The difference between strong recruiters and less than strong recruiters is this... Strong Recruiters know an objection when they hear one.  They understand that it is an excuse and that is their JOB to help the potential consultant see beyond the fear or limitation to the possibilities. To begin, let's take … Continue reading Objection: Not the Sales Type