Episodios

  • Episode 346: Personal Brand Bootcamp (Part 1): 3 Branding Hacks to Sell More in 2025
    Oct 2 2025

    🎙️ Episode Summary:

    Thank you for making Direct Sales Done Right a top 5 podcast for network marketers!

    In this episode, Katy Ursta introduces a 4 part Personal Branding Bootcamp aimed at helping direct sellers enhance their visibility and messaging. She shares three key branding hacks that can significantly improve engagement and sales, emphasizing the importance of being more than just a billboard for a company. The conversation covers practical strategies for optimizing social media profiles, utilizing hashtags effectively, and maintaining consistency in branding to create a memorable personal brand.

    ✨ What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

    • The importance of personal branding in direct sales
    • Engagement with other creators enhances visibility.
    • Hiding hashtags in stories can increase reach.
    • Your bio should clearly communicate who you are.
    • Profiles should work harder than individual posts.
    • Consistency in messaging helps build brand recognition.
    • Using catchphrases can create a memorable brand identity.
    • Engagement content is as important as sales content.

    💡 Episode Highlights & Time Stamps:

    • 00:44 Introduction to Personal Branding Bootcamp
    • 03:04 Three Branding Hacks for Increased Visibility
    • 05:05 Hack 1: Hiding Hashtags
    • 08.48 Hack 2: Optimizing Your Profile for Engagement
    • 17:20 Hack 3: Creating a Signature Content System
    • 23:40 Recap and Call to Action

    👥 Connect with Katy:

    • Instagram: @katywritescontent
    • Website: www.katyursta.com
    • Katy's Story Strategy Weekly Email Drops: https://services.katyursta.com/rerise

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  • Episode 345: Lifequake Update: Rebuild Your Business, Faith, and Confidence After Loss
    Sep 25 2025

    🎙️ Episode Summary:

    Download the (re)Rise Confidently Workbook here!

    In this episode of the Direct Sales Done Right podcast, Katy Ursta reflects on a transformative year filled with challenges and growth. She shares her journey from hardship to joy, drawing parallels with the biblical story of Job. Katy discusses the importance of mindset, vision, and taking actionable steps towards personal and professional goals. She emphasizes the significance of believing in the process and using personal experiences to empower others. The episode concludes with an invitation to join her in upcoming discussions on personal branding.

    ✨ What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

    • Katy reflects on a year of transformation and gratitude.
    • The story of Job serves as an anchor during tough times.
    • The three key “to-dos” she implemented daily working through major life-quakes.
    • Believing that challenges happen for a reason is crucial.
    • The importance of community and support in personal development.

    💡 Episode Highlights & Time Stamps:

    • 03:25 From Job to Joy: Finding Strength in Adversity
    • 07:20 Driving Towards Daylight: Vision and Mindset
    • 12:30 Mile Marker Mindset: Taking Action One Step at a Time
    • 16:55 Believing in the Process: Lessons Learned
    • 20:29 Empowering Others Through Personal Experience

    📌 Resources & Links Mentioned:

    The (re)Rise Confidently Workbook: https://services.katyursta.com/rerise-workbook

    👥 Connect with Katy:

    • Instagram: @katywritescontent
    • Website: www.katyursta.com
    • Katy's Story Strategy Weekly Email Drops: https://services.katyursta.com/rerise

    📩 Enjoyed this episode? Leave a review on your favorite podcast platform and then tag me on social media so I can shout you out!

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    24 m
  • Episode 344: Be the Brand, Not the Billboard! 3 Questions You Must Ask Yourself ASAP!
    Sep 18 2025

    🎙️ Episode Summary:

    The Story to Sell Cohort is Open: Sign up here!

    In this episode of the Direct Sales Done Right podcast, Katy Ursta discusses the common pitfalls in direct sales, particularly the tendency to become a "walking billboard" for products rather than establishing a personal brand. She emphasizes the importance of personal messaging, building connections, and showcasing unique experiences to enhance sales effectiveness. Katy provides actionable insights and questions for listeners to reflect on their branding strategies, aiming to foster deeper customer loyalty and engagement.

    ✨ What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

    • Your personal brand is your lifeline to a successful direct sales experience.
    • Focus on the unique experience you bring to the table.
    • Showcase transformations through case studies, not just products.
    • Loyalty should be to you, not just the company.
    • Engage your audience with personal stories and experiences.
    • Make small tweaks in messaging for higher conversion rates.
    • Ask yourself if people would still follow you if your company disappeared.
    • Highlight your role as a guide in the sales process.

    💡 Episode Highlights & Time Stamps:

    • 00:44 Introduction and Overview of Podcast
    • 02:45 Avoiding the Walking Billboard Trap
    • 04:59 The Importance of Personal Branding in Direct Sale
    • 08:55 Key Questions for Effective Messaging
    • 10:45 Transformations vs. Products: The Case Study Approach
    • 14:53 Building Loyalty Beyond Products
    • 18:20 Conclusion and Call to Action

    📌 Resources & Links Mentioned:

    The Story to Sell Cohort is Open! Last round is enrolling now: https://services.katyursta.com/offers/Cz2ESr4C/checkout

    👥 Connect with Katy:

    • Instagram: @katywritescontent
    • Website: www.katyursta.com
    • Katy's Story Strategy Weekly Email Drops: https://services.katyursta.com/rerise

    📩 Enjoyed this episode? Leave a review on your favorite podcast platform and then tag me on social media so I can shout you out!

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    21 m
  • Episode 343: 4 Things I Got Wildly Wrong When I Started a New Business (Part 2)
    Sep 11 2025

    THANK YOU!! We are number 5 in all of direct sales podcasts!!!

    🎙️ Episode Summary:

    Story to Sell Cohort: Sign up here!

    In this episode of the Direct Sales Done Right Podcast, Katy Ursta reflects on the lessons learned from mistakes made in her business. She discusses the importance of patience, unique messaging, and overcoming fear, while also emphasizing the need for personal reflection and spiritual guidance. Katy shares her experiences with the Story to Sell cohort and encourages listeners to trust their instincts and approach their business authentically.

    ✨ What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

    • Katy shares four things she did right and wrong in a new season of business.
    • Unique messaging is essential for success.
    • Procrastination can be a sign of underlying fears.
    • It's important to trust your instincts in business.
    • Avoid overcommitting to tasks and projects.
    • Seek spiritual guidance before turning to others.

    💡 Episode Highlights & Time Stamps:

    • 00:44 Introduction and Announcement of Cohort
    • 04:05 Reflecting on Mistakes Made in Business
    • 06:18 Learning from Assumptions and Patience
    • 09:38 The Importance of Unique Approaches
    • 13:48 Addressing Fear and Procrastination
    • 17:18 Overcommitting and Its Consequences
    • 19:45 Finding Clarity Through Faith
    • 22:30 Conclusion and Key Takeaways

    📌 Resources & Links Mentioned:

    Story to Sell is Open! The last round is enrolling now! https://services.katyursta.com/offers/Cz2ESr4C/checkout

    Song - "Sound Mind"

    👥 Connect with Katy:

    • Instagram: @katywritescontent
    • Website: www.katyursta.com
    • Katy's Story Strategy Weekly Email Drops: https://services.katyursta.com/rerise

    📩 Enjoyed this episode? Leave a review on your favorite podcast platform and then tag me on social media so I can shout you out!

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    24 m
  • Episode 342: 3 Things I Did Wildly Right When My Business Felt Like It Was Falling Apart (Part 1)
    Sep 4 2025

    THANK YOU!! We are number 5 in all of direct sales podcasts!!!

    🎙️ Episode Summary:

    Story to Sell Cohort: Save your seat here!

    In this episode of the Direct Sales Done Right podcast, Katy Ursta reflects on a year of significant personal and professional changes. She shares her gratitude for the podcast's success and discusses the importance of storytelling in personal branding. Katy outlines three key successful strategies she implemented during challenging times. She emphasizes the importance of personal growth and resilience in entrepreneurship, encouraging listeners to focus on their well-being and to seek support when needed.

    ✨ What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

    • Setting new goals can help navigate through challenging times.
    • A solid morning routine is essential for maintaining focus and energy.
    • Journaling can provide clarity and track personal growth.
    • Seeking mentorship is crucial during difficult seasons.
    • Personal and business lives are intertwined for many entrepreneurs.
    • Small wins outside of business can positively impact overall well-being.
    • Reflection on personal needs can guide daily actions and decisions.

    💡 Episode Highlights & Time Stamps:

    • 0:44 Announcement: Story to Sell Cohort & Top 5 in all Direct Sales Podcast
    • 04:49 Reflecting on a Year of Change
    • 06:05 Three Things I Did Right During Hard Times
    • 21:23 Conclusion and Looking Ahead

    📌 Resources & Links Mentioned:

    Direct Sales Done Right Book: https://amzn.to/446qnM1

    Story to Sell Waitlist: https://services.katyursta.com/story-to-sell-cohort

    Katy's Confidence Downloadable: https://services.katyursta.com/rerise-workbook

    👥 Connect with Katy:

    • Instagram: @katywritescontent
    • Website: www.katyursta.com
    • Katy's Story Strategy Weekly Email Drops: https://services.katyursta.com/rerise

    📩 Enjoyed this episode? Leave a review on your favorite podcast platform and then tag me on social media so I can shout you out!

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    24 m
  • Episode 341: How I Created a $70,000 Social Media Movement with Storytelling
    Aug 28 2025

    🎙️ Episode Summary:

    To get on the Story to Sell Waitlist, click here!

    In this episode, Katy Ursta reflects on her 11-year cancerversary and shares how her battle with stage four Hodgkin's Lymphoma transformed her life and business. She emphasizes the importance of storytelling in marketing, encouraging listeners to find and share their own stories to connect with others. Katy discusses how her experience with cancer led to the creation of the "Every Sweat Matters" movement, which not only motivated her but also inspired others to engage in fitness for meaningful reasons. Ultimately, she highlights the power of personal narratives in making a significant impact in the world.

    ✨ What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

    • How storytelling can significantly impact marketing success.
    • 'Every Sweat Matters' and how it became a movement
    • The right personal struggles to share as a way to move others to action
    • How $70,000 was raised organically
    • Understanding your story is crucial for effective marketing.
    • Your story can help others see their own potential.

    💡 Episode Highlights & Time Stamps:

    • 0:44 Katy's Cancerversary and Introduction
    • 03:42 The Impact of Cancer on Katy's Life and Career
    • 06:30 Reframing Health and Storytelling in Marketing
    • 09:30 Creating a Movement: Every Sweat Matters
    • 12:09 The Power of Story in Business and Life
    • 13:31 The Formula for Impactful Storytelling
    • 17:25 Conclusion and Call to Action

    📌 Resources & Links Mentioned:

    The Story to Sell Waitlist is Live! Click Here

    👥 Connect with Katy:

    • Instagram: @katywritescontent
    • Website: www.katyursta.com
    • Katy's Story Strategy Weekly Email Drops: https://services.katyursta.com/rerise

    📩 Enjoyed this episode? Leave a review on your favorite podcast platform and then tag me on social media so I can shout you out!

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    19 m
  • Episode 340: The V3 Framework: How Vision, Voice, and Vulnerability Sell Your Story
    Aug 21 2025

    🎙️ Episode Summary:

    In this episode of the Direct Sales Done Right podcast, Katy Ursta discusses the importance of storytelling in business, particularly in direct sales. She introduces the V3 framework, which consists of Vision, Voice, and Vulnerability, as essential elements for creating meaningful connections with audiences. Katy emphasizes that while tools like AI can assist in content creation, they cannot replace the human element of storytelling and shows you how to use this framework in your own content!

    ✨ What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

    • Storytelling is essential for connecting with your audience.
    • AI tools cannot replace the human connection in marketing.
    • Having a clear vision helps guide your audience.
    • Your unique voice is crucial for brand recognition.
    • Vulnerability can enhance trust and connection with your audience.
    • The V3 framework can help structure your storytelling.

    💡 Episode Highlights & Time Stamps:

    • 0:44 Introduction and Summer Reflections
    • 03:44 The Power of Storytelling in Business
    • 06:20 Introducing the V3 Framework
    • 09:33 Vision: The First Element of the V3 Framework
    • 12:05 Voice: Finding Your Unique Style
    • 15:10 Vulnerability: Connecting on a Human Level
    • 20:37 Conclusion and Call to Action

    📌 Resources & Links Mentioned:

    Order your copy of the Direct Sales Done Right book Here

    👥 Connect with Katy:

    • Instagram: @katywritescontent
    • Website: www.katyursta.com
    • Katy's Story Strategy Weekly Email Drops: https://services.katyursta.com/rerise

    📩 Enjoyed this episode? Leave a review on your favorite podcast platform and then tag me on social media so I can shout you out!

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    23 m
  • Episode 339: Back-to-School: 9 Content Ideas to Get You in Front of Your Audience
    Aug 14 2025

    🎙️ Episode Summary:

    In this episode of the Direct Sales Done Right podcast, Katy Ursta discusses the importance of personal storytelling in content creation, especially during the back-to-school season. She shares insights on how to connect with audiences through relatable experiences and offers practical content ideas that blend personal anecdotes with marketing strategies. The episode emphasizes the significance of brand awareness, engagement, and sales content, providing listeners with actionable tips to enhance their online presence and foster connections with their audience.

    ✨ What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

    • Back-to-school season content strategy
    • Listening to clients helps identify unique selling experiences.
    • Content should prioritize connection before showcasing products.
    • Brand awareness content is crucial for establishing a personal connection.
    • Engagement content sparks conversation and builds community.
    • Sales content should integrate personal experiences and solutions.
    • Using humor and relatability can enhance content effectiveness.
    • Repurposing content across platforms maximizes reach and engagement.

    💡 Episode Highlights & Time Stamps:

    • 00:00 Introduction to Content Creation and Personal Stories
    • 03:33 Back to School Content Ideas
    • 06:35 Brand Awareness Strategies
    • 09:23 Engagement Techniques for Connection
    • 12:18 Sales Strategies and Unique Experiences
    • 17:45 Recap and Implementation Tips

    📌 Resources & Links Mentioned:

    Story to Sell Waitlist: https://services.katyursta.com/story-to-sell-cohort

    👥 Connect with Katy:

    • Instagram: @katywritescontent
    • Website: www.katyursta.com
    • Katy's Story Strategy Weekly Email Drops: https://services.katyursta.com/rerise

    📩 Enjoyed this episode? Leave a review on your favorite podcast platform and then tag me on social media so I can shout you out!

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    26 m