You know in your heart that there’s another level waiting for you. You’re ready to be elevated from successful entrepreneur to a powerful leader engaged in work that really matters. You’ve come to the right place: the Luminary Leadership Podcast is where industry leaders come to break through to their next level of achievement, impact, and legacy. Entrepreneurship is being done wrong; sacrificing everything to hustle and grow a business has become a celebrated norm. This show exists to disru ...
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Hi, I'm Melanie! I built my business at my kitchen table, on the couch, and basically anywhere I had wifi. I had no background in social media, no network marketing experience, and no idea what I was doing.6 years later, I have created a substantial income for my family through blogging, Facebook, Instagram, and creating value to support others in reaching their health, fitness and business goals.My mission is to provide you content to help you so that you can reach success faster without ha ...
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Episode 313: Leading Through Change When Change Is HARD!!!
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This episode of Women Inspiring Women features a live session I hosted on Instagram and Facebook, aimed at restoring trust, providing a safe space, and fostering connection amid the changes in the direct sales space. I share the steps that have transformed my life in an instant and how I navigate leading myself and my team through these changes. If…
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243. What To Do When Your Business Gets Derailed & Come Back Stronger Than Ever
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In this episode of Luminary Leadership podcast, I address how various industries, from real estate to network marketing, are facing significant disruptions. I share insights on how my clients, including real estate agents, network marketers, and photographers, are coping with these changes. I discuss how to respond when unforeseen external forces a…
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In this episode of Luminary Leadership podcast, I explore the true essence of entrepreneurial freedom, challenging common misconceptions that it's solely about financial independence. I aim to redefine what freedom means by diving into time management, self-assessment, and personal well-being. I'll discuss the importance of balancing financial free…
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Episode 312: How To Break The Subconscious Addiction To Busy, With Marisa Hohaia
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In this episode, we delve into Marisa's transformative journey from the corporate world to coaching, driven by her desire to help women break free from patterns that diminish their lives. She highlights the crucial distinction between hard work and hustle, emphasizing that relentless striving often leads to burnout and feelings of unworthiness. Mar…
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241. 3 Ways Your Ego is Preventing Big Growth
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In this inspiring episode from a serene beachside setting, we delve into the powerful topic of ego and its impact on personal and professional growth. Listen in as I share personal anecdotes and client stories to illustrate how the ego can either be a shield that protects or a barrier that holds you back. We'll explore three key ways your ego might…
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Episode 311: Don't Make These 4 Mistakes In Scaling Your Direct Sales Business!
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On this episode of the Women Inspiring Women Podcast, I am chatting through the secrets to breaking through plateaus and scaling your leadership to new heights. In this episode, I address the four key areas that can hold you back from reaching the next level of success. 1. Evolving Your Personal Brand: Learn why continually refining and updating yo…
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240. Who’s Winning the Battle? Present You OR Future You?
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In this episode of Luminary Leadership podcast, let's talk about the constant battle that exists within every entrepreneur—the struggle between the present self and the future self. We discuss how being overly focused on day-to-day tasks can lead to stagnation and regret, while endlessly dreaming without actionable steps can result in unfulfilled p…
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Episode 310: Navigating A Busy Season Without The Burnout
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As I gear up for a hectic 4-month period in my business, focused on hitting our end-of-year goals, I wanted to share my personal journey and insights on managing health and avoiding burnout. We’ll discuss how to rewrite the narrative that hustle always leads to burnout and how success doesn’t have to come with guilt and strained relationships. You …
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239. Designing Your Ideal Profitable Weekly Schedule
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In this episode of Luminary Leadership Podcast, I want to dig into the pivotal role of your daily schedule in defining your business trajectory. I share my personal journey from feeling stuck and overwhelmed to achieving substantial financial growth and improved work-life balance. By rethinking time management and embracing the 'Visionary CEO Block…
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Episode 309: How To Reverse Engineer Your Goals To Finish 2024 Strong
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What’s your overarching vision for where you want to go? Have you figured out how to break it down into actionable steps? Are you ready to make strides toward your goals or do you prefer to maintain your current pace? With 2024 quickly winding down, this is the episode to catch if you're focused on achieving your goals before the year ends. On this…
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In this episode of Luminary Leadership podcast, we explore the critical shift from being a busy entrepreneur to becoming a visionary CEO. We dive into how this transformation can unlock new levels of success, inspiration, and impact in both personal and professional realms. I share my personal journey of overcoming challenges, staying true to my li…
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Episode 308: The Roadmap To Become The Pace Car For Your Business and Life Goals with Moira Kucaba
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This week on the Women Inspiring Women podcast, host Melanie sits down with the dynamic Moira Kucaba—a former top BODi partner, esteemed business mentor, and coach. Moira shares her incredible journey from running a brick-and-mortar business to becoming a top performer in the direct sales industry. Tune in to hear Moira discuss the unique challenge…
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237. The Most Shocking Things That Came Up in Our Mastermind That Make All the Difference
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In this episode of Luminary Leadership podcast, we tackle the often hidden struggles of entrepreneurship and the feeling of isolation that can accompany it. We dive deep into the human side of business, exploring how social media can create an illusion of perfection and how joining mastermind groups can reveal the reality of shared struggles among …
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Episode 307: The One Thing That Kills Momentum For Direct Sales Leaders
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Are you a network marketing leader who is burnt out because you feel like you can't ever turn it off? Someone who feels like the demand is so strong for your time, responsible for everyone else's success, while trying to building your own organization? On this week of the Women Inspiring Women Podcast, Melanie shares how when you don't have the rig…
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236. Being Resilient in Business & Entrepreneurial Wisdom with Melanie Mitro, Direct Sales & Social Selling Expert
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In this episode of the Luminary Leadership Podcast, I sit down with my dear friend Melanie Mitro, a legend in the direct sales space. Melanie shares her fascinating journey from stay-at-home mom to top leader in direct sales and co-founder of Chic Influencer. Our conversation dives deep into resilience, the struggles of achieving big dreams, and th…
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235. I Survived, Reflected, & Shared the 3 Things That Changed My Life Over the Last Year
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In this reflective episode of the Luminary Leadership podcast, I dive deep into the profound changes I've experienced over the past year, especially after a near-death experience that reshaped my perspective on life, business, and family. I share my journey of gratitude for another birthday, the massive changes in my approaches, and the key lessons…
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Episode 306: Double Down To Scale Up, How To Navigate Chaos To Crush Your Goals
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As August hits with full force, many leaders in direct sales feel the rush of life and business colliding. In this episode of The Women Inspiring Women podcast, Melanie Mitro dives deep into how to regain your routine amidst the whirlwind of the busy season. Are you feeling off track but eager to get back into your groove? Melanie explores strategi…
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234. Unlocking Success Through This One Thing
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"You are meant to do this in tandem with others. It is going to make it faster, more fun, and more joyful.” In this episode of the Luminary Leadership Podcast, I dive into the crucial role that relationships and networking play in achieving both business and personal success. Drawing from my own experiences, I highlight how meaningful connections c…
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Episode 305: Sales Secrets Of A Top Network Marketing Leader!
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Melanie Mitro is back for a new episode this week to close out the last week of July on the Women Inspiring Women podcast. On this new episode, Melanie addresses direct sales leaders who want to maximize the final days of the summer months without your business taking a back seat. Melanie addresses: - Priming for Success - how your energy affects f…
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233. Understanding & Leveraging the 4 Different Leadership Styles | Take the Quiz: Which One Are You?
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In this episode of the Luminary Leadership Podcast, I dive into the world of leadership styles, discussing their unique strengths and potential pitfalls. I'm excited to share a free resource that's designed to help you pinpoint your own leadership style and refine your abilities. I focus on four distinct types of leaders: the visionary, the influen…
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Episode 304: The Cost Of Playing Small with Elizabeth Hartke, From Stuck To Your Next Big Leap
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Are you ready to achieve what you are called to achieve!? Liz is going to walk us through the steps to make changes in our current business practices that can really help us move the needle forward in business. On this week on the Women Inspiring Women podcast, Liz Hartke is our guest this week! Liz and I have a deep conversation focusing on what y…
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232. How to Create Your Life Plan: Setting Standards for Success that Aligns with Your Values
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In this episode of Luminary Leadership Podcast, I discuss the often overlooked but crucial step to achieving real satisfaction and success as an entrepreneur: creating a life plan. I share personal stories and experiences, including working with a mentor who emphasized the importance of a life plan over mere goal setting. I reveal how aligning your…
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Episode 303: Leading Through Change: Making Sense of The News With Seint and Rodan+ Fields
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Navigating change is something that I've learned how to do over the last 13 years of being in direct sales. I need you to know that you are capable of navigating through different seasons of life! On this episode of the Women Inspiring Women Podcast, I chat with you all about the shifts and changes that some network marketing companies have made ov…
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231. The Intersection of Family Bonds and Business Growth with Melissa Smith Founder of Family Brand
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In this episode, we have a heartfelt and inspiring conversation with Melissa Smith, founder of Family Brand and Family Brand Academy. Melissa shares her journey through the ups and downs of marriage and family life, and how she and her husband Chris turned their experiences into a mission to help others create strong family cultures. We discuss the…
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Episode 302: Does Your Vision Need An Upgrade?!
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I am talking everything about setting a vision that is achievable with the work that you put into it! On this week of the Women Inspiring Women podcast, I talk about the steps to take when you are vision casting to make them more achievable. Instead of just wishing or putting a picture on a vision board, I want you to achieve your dreams. This epis…
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230. Creating A Culture of Sales in Your Company with Nikki Rausch, CEO of Sales Maven
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In this episode of the Luminary Leadership Podcast, I am bringing on a close friend and mastermind client of mine, Nikki Rausch. Nikki is an author, incredible speaker, and CEO of Sales Maven. She is a powerhouse when it comes to sales as she has worked with mega corporations. This conversation is about offloading the pressure of sales in your busi…
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229. Releasing the Good For Great & Moving Update
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In this episode of the Luminary Leadership podcast, I dive into the challenges and emotional journey of pursuing a new calling. I share my personal experience of selling my family's dream home, emphasizing how crucial it is to let go of comforts in order to embrace growth. I reflect on the resistance and doubts that often accompany such transitions…
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Episode 301: What Separates Top Leaders From Those That Struggle To Achieve Success
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Your passion and vision has to be blasted on a louder speaker without a care in the world what other people think when you are ready to move your business to the next level. I am post BODi Summit recording this new episode. I am unpacking the characteristics of top network marketing leaders and sharing my personal stories of how I climbed to the to…
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228. Partnering with God in Your Business… Turning Your Message into a Movement with Tamra Andress
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In this episode of the Luminary Leadership Podcast, I have an insightful conversation with Tamra Andress, a six-time bestselling author and entrepreneur. We discuss how to integrate faith into business, emphasizing the importance of partnering with God. Tamara shares her journey from striving for success to embracing a faith-rooted life, highlighti…
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Episode 300: Building Your Money Machine with Mel Abraham
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Mel is a CPA by education but an entrepreneur by exhilaration, and Author of the #1 Bestseller, The Entrepreneur's Solution: The Modern Millionaire's Path to More Profit, Fans & Freedom. As the founder The Affluence Blueprint TM, The Legacy Factor™ and ThoughtpreneurTM Academy he has been obsessed with helping people and entrepreneurs bring their b…
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227. 3 Things Every Pro Has in Their Weekly Schedule… Are They in Yours?
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In this episode of the Luminary Leadership Podcast, I delve into the top three weekly calendar practices that have significantly contributed to my growth and peace. I discuss my journey to becoming a visionary CEO and emphasize the importance of intentional leadership. I introduce the concept of "CEO blocks," including the intentional CEO block for…
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Episode 299: How To Use Your Wardrobe To Get Anything You Want In Life With Chellie Carlson
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We are talking all things energy and style today. On this week of the Women Inspiring Women podcast, I interview Chellie Carlson, a stylist with over 20 years of experience in the fashion industry. Chellie is a transformational wardrobe stylist who guides women from feeling “just fine” to feeling magnetic through her transformational wardrobe styli…
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226. 3 Things to Increase Profit, Freedom, & Harmony This Year
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This episode of Luminary Leadership Podcast, I am bringing to you 3 things to increase your profit, time freedom, and harmony this year. I really honed in on how vital relationships are, the shift towards becoming a visionary leader, and the incredible impact of working within your sweet spot to expand your business. I talked about my own journey o…
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Episode 298: Maximizing Your Mid-Year Momentum
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Approaching mid-year, we are halfway through the year! I have noticed if we are not emotionally resilient, we can get sucked down the rabbit hole of negativity. Over the last 3 weeks, I have been coming down from the insane first half of the year. Even though I didn't hit specific goals just yet, I gave myself the space to get honest with myself. O…
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