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Direct Sales Done Right

Katy Ursta www.katyursta.com

The Direct Sales Done Right Podcast with Katy Ursta is for female entrepreneurs and network marketers who want to grow a thriving business without losing sight of what matters most along the way.


With over 12 years of experience (and a 7-figure business built through storytelling and strategy), Katy brings unfiltered lessons to the mic — sharing what actually works when it comes to marketing, and how to build success without sacrificing your top priorities: your family, your health, your relationships, and your joy.


Each week, you’ll walk away with relatable stories, real-life strategies, and the kind of honest advice you’d expect from a mentor who’s been exactly where you are — who’s made mistakes, learned the hard way, and figured out how to rise after a setback.

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Episodes

Episode 103: 3 Brand New IG Trends You MUST Implement NOW!

Welcome back to another episode of the Make Chic Happen Podcast!Our girl Katy is here this week to bring you 3 BRAND NEW Instagram trends that you must implement NOW!These 3 trends are crucial if you are building your business or brands on Instagram!Katy gives you the reasons WHY it's important to stay up to date AND she even tells you what we are doing at Chic Influencer to adjust to these trends!Grab your coffee, have a seat and let's #MakeChicHappen!_______________Make Chic Happen Planner: am...

Mar 04, 202120 min

Episode 102: How to Avoid a 'Wing It' Social Media Strategy

Welcome back to another episode of the #MakeChicHappen Podcast! Join Melanie Mitro this week as she talks about creating a good social media strategy and the importance of brainstorming your content. Melanie also talks about why you need to eliminate external factors as motivators and learn to look at yourself for your inspiration! Friends, do you struggle with trying to figure out social media marketing on your own? Are you someone who knows that you need to be using social media to market your...

Feb 25, 202116 min

Episode 101: Showing Up With Purpose on Social Media with Guest Rachel Thomsen

Katy and Melanie are back again with another episode of the Make Chic Happen Podcast with special guest Rachel Thomsen.Rachel is a mom of 3 from Iowa who participated in our private mentorship program and is now crushing not only her direct sales biz but her social media goals as well!Melanie, Katy and Rachel discuss the value of connection and serving your audience through social media as well as gaining clarity on your 4 Hash Method!Are you interested in learning more about private mentorships...

Feb 18, 202126 min

The 100th Make Chic Happen Podcast: The Truth About Podcasting Growth!

Welcome back to a brand new episode of the #MakeChicHappen Podcast! The 100th Make Chic Happen Podcast: The Truth About Podcasting Growth!Today we are celebrating our 100th EPISODE! Katy and Melanie are give their 5 tips when building your business with a whole new perspective!Interesting in learning more about the Chic Community? When you join the Chic Community your vision becomes our personal goal. With tools, resources, trainings, and community we are personally invested in helping you navig...

Feb 11, 202121 min

Episode 99: How Not To "Wrecking Ball" Your Business

How Not To "Wrecking Ball" Your Business4 Simple Strategies for Effectively Managing Your Business Katy Ursta and Melanie Mitro, Co-Founders of Chic Influencer, are back for another episode of the Make Chic Happen Podcast!Katy and Melanie sharing 4 simple strategies for effectively managing your business from scheduling your priorities around your joy to auditing your time (and energy!) on social media!Direct Sales Done Right Begins MONDAY, Feb. 8, 2021!4 Week Small Group Mentorship Program$50 O...

Feb 04, 202126 min

Episode 98: Why You're Really Not Making Any Money in Direct Sales

Katy Ursta and Melanie Mitro, Co-Founders of Chic Influencer, are back for another episode of the Make Chic Happen Podcast!From being consistent on social media to focusing on the right income producing activities to believing in yourself (& your products, Katy and Melanie are getting candid about why you are NOT making any money in your direct sales business. SPECIAL OFFER FOR MAKE CHIC HAPPEN LISTENERS!$50 OFF DISCOUNT CODE: DSDRPodcast50Direct Sales Done Right4 Week Small Group Mentorship...

Jan 28, 202130 min

Episode 97: Social Media Isn't The Only Way To Market Successfully

Social Media Isn't The Only Way To Market SuccessfullyWhen it comes to launching any product, service or experience we have an entire Chic Influencer strategy we follow that has proven time and again to produce results.In today's podcast episode Katy Ursta and Melanie Mitro are breaking it down!*The Chic Community: When you join the Chic Community your vision becomes our personal goal. With tools, resources, trainings, and community we are personally invested in helping you navigate through the ...

Jan 21, 202126 min

Episode 96: How to Deal With Friends Who Don't Support Your Business

Welcome back to the Make Chic Happen Podcast with Co-Hosts Melanie Mitro and Katy Ursta!Have you ever had someone close to you unfollow you due to marketing your business on social media?If you answered yes, you are not alone. This week, Melanie Mitro gives her advice on navigating your business without the support of friends and family! Grab your coffee, have a seat and lets #MakeChicHappen!BONUS: Framework For A Rock Solid BusinessWe are excited to announce that our small group mentorship prog...

Jan 14, 202119 min

Episode 95: 3 Tips to Make Algorithm Work in Your Favor

Friends, let’s talk about the algorithm!Are you guilty of blaming the algorithm for you frustrations? Have you ever put your heart and soul into a post only to be crushed by lack of response? What about relying on luck instead of strategy when it comes to posting?If you answered 'YES" to any of these questions, you MUST listen to this episode!Katy Ursta dives deep into algorithm and gives you the tips on how to work with it rather than against it! In this episode you'll learn: -What is algorithm...

Jan 07, 202126 min

Episode 94: Best of Chic Part 2 with Melanie and Katy

On this week's episode, Melanie Mitro and Katy Ursta are sharing with you 3 more of our top Make Chic Happen episodes of all time! Today, you will hear a clip from the following episodes:Episode 43: Changing the Way You Approach Your Goals Episode 60: The 5 Things That Are Killing Your Business Episode 40: The Truth About What Your Social Media is Really Telling YouGrab your coffee, have a seat and let's #MakeChicHappen!Make Chic Happen Planner - 2nd Edition: chicinfluencer.com/planner-second-ed...

Dec 31, 202026 min

Episode 93: Best of Chic Part 1 with Melanie and Katy

On this week's episode, Melanie Mitro and Katy Ursta are sharing with you the top 3 Make Chic Happen episodes of all time! Be sure to tune in again next week, to hear the other 3 as well! Today, you will hear a clip from the following episodes:Episode 42: What It REALLY Takes to Build a Successful Network Marketing BusinessEpisode 23: The 3 Reasons Why You Really Aren’t Making Money with Your Side Gig with Rachel BellEpisode 68: The Steps to Making Your Side Hustle Your Full Time JobGrab your co...

Dec 24, 202031 min

Episode 92: The 5 Questions to Ask Yourself to Take Your Business to the Next Level in 2021

Episode 92: The 5 Questions to Ask Yourself to Take Your Business to the Next Level in 2021Join Melanie Mitro and Katy Ursta this week on the Make Chic Happen Podcast as they give the 5 questions to ask yourself to take your business to the next level in 2021!In this episode you'll learn:-How to identify your signature style and whether or not you are creating content that engages your audience-How to manage your time effectively and focus on the right activities to move your business forward-Wh...

Dec 17, 202021 min

Episode 91: Why do I REALLY Keep Giving Up On My Goals?

Episode 91: Why do I REALLY Keep Giving Up On My GoalsJoin Melanie Mitro and Katy Ursta this week on the Make Chic Happen Podcast as they give their 6 reasons why you may be giving up on your goals!It's time to raise your own level of awareness and understand what exactly may be hindering you from reaching your goals!Grab your coffee, have a seat and let's #MakeChicHappen!Get your FREE Year End Review Here: https://chicinfluencer.com/end-of-year-reflection/Join the Chic Community: chicinfluencer...

Dec 10, 202023 min

Episode 90: Everything You Need to Know About Marketing on YouTube with Special Guest Erika Vieira

Join Melanie and Katy this week for Episode 90: Everything You Need to Know About Marketing on YouTube with Special Guest Erika VieiraErika Vieira is an experienced entrepreneur, the host of the YouTube Power Hour Podcast and the creator of the Zero to Influence YouTube Bootcamp. She is a lover of all things social media, YouTube and influencer strategy. Melanie, Katy and Erika chat all things YouTube and dive into the secret to building a YouTube channel as well as implementing these strategy/t...

Dec 03, 202027 min

Episode 89: What does it REALLY mean to GET LUCKY in your business?!

Join Melanie and Katy this week for Episode 89: What does it REALLY mean to GET LUCKY in your business?!Katy and Melanie discuss he importance of taking imperfect actions and giving yourself permission to fail forward. They also dive into the phrase "What if" and how do you use that term...do you view it in a negative or positive light?Grab your coffee, have a seat and let's #MakeChicHappen!Join the Chic Community: chicinfluencer.mykajabi.com/BecomeAChicMemberFollow the Make Chic Happen Podcast:...

Nov 26, 202031 min

Episode 88: The Truth About Comparison and Why Finding A Community Matters with Liz Petrone

Join Melanie and Katy this week for Episode 88: The Truth About Comparison and Why Finding A Community Matters with Special Guest Liz PetroneKaty and Melanie sit down with author and blogger, Liz Petrone, to chat about her new book “The Price of Admission” and the importance of surrounding yourself with the right people. Liz Petrone is a true believer in the healing power of storytelling. A suicide survivor and a recovering anorexic, she found unprecedented support and community in telling intim...

Nov 19, 202025 min

Episode 87: The Perfect Marketing Strategy Without End of Year Burnout

Join Melanie and Katy this week for Episode 87: The Perfect Marketing Strategy Without End of Year BurnoutWith the holidays quickly approaching, it's no secret our lives are going to get even busier. Melanie and Katy give their insight on how to market effectively during the holidays without feeling burned out!Are you someone who feels overwhelmed with your business during this time of year? Join Katy and Melanie for Holiday Business Planning Open House on November 19th! This is a FREE resource!...

Nov 12, 202019 min

Episode 86: Things That You Would've Never Considered Before a Partnership

We are so excited to have John Chamberlin and Rachael Rennebeck from YaJagoff! on our podcast today as they speak on partnerships, collaborations, and all the things in-between as well. Melanie and Katy have gotten the opportunity to know them and are looking forward for you to hear from them today!Learn more about YaJagoff! here: https://www.yajagoff.com/Join the Chic Community: chicinfluencer.mykajabi.com/BecomeAChicMemberFollow the Make Chic Happen Podcast: www.instagram.com/makechichappenpod...

Nov 05, 202043 min

Episode 85: The 6 Most Common Social Media Mistakes That Are Hurting Your Biz

Cue the confetti because we are celebrating the 1 year anniversary of our Chic Your Gram Audit service that we offer here at Chic Influencer. The guest today is our very own Social Media Account Manager, Alysa Gumto who is sharing with us the 6 most common social media mistakes that are hurting your business!Learn all about our Chic Your Gram Audit service and the 2 options that we have for you, here: https://chicinfluencer.com/chic-your-gram/Join the Chic Community: chicinfluencer.mykajabi.com/...

Oct 29, 202029 min

Episode 84: The Mindset of a Successful Network Marketer

Melanie Mitro and Katy Ursta are sharing the importance of your mindset when it comes to those in direct sales. If you are in direct sales and struggle when it comes to your mindset, then this episode is perfect for you!Melanie Mitro and Katy Ursta have successfully grown their direct sales businesses over the past 8 years. They have gone from the ground up to seven-figure businesses all without the "ick factor". You have been asking and we are delivering with our Direct Sales Done Right 4 Week ...

Oct 22, 202019 min

Episode 83: Melanie's Secret Sauce to Building a Multi 7 Figure Direct Sales Business

Melanie Mitro is sharing her secret sauce aka the 6 ways she was able to scale her direct sales business to 7 figures. If you have been in direct sales and feeling stuck on what it truly takes to get to the top, then friend you are in luck! Melanie Mitro and Katy Ursta have successfully grown their direct sales businesses over the past 8 years. They have gone from the ground up to seven-figure businesses all without the "ick factor". You have been asking and we are delivering with our Direct Sal...

Oct 15, 202034 min

Episode 82: Figuring Out the 1st Steps to Starting a Passion Project ft. Jessica Walker

Katy Ursta has the honor of getting to interview Jessica Walker from Better and Company who is sharing how she took her first steps into starting a passion project. Have a passion project that you have been thinking about starting? Then, you are in luck! Connect with Jessica on her website: https://www.betterandcompany.com/Connect with Jessica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/betterandcompany/Learn more about Jessica's new book, Better Together that is launching November 2nd. https://mail...

Oct 08, 202034 min

Episode 81: The Truth About Embracing the Chaos of 2020

Have you been embracing the chaos of 2020? Have you been embracing exactly where you are right now by giving yourself some much needed grace? Katy Ursta shares the importance of reevaluating your priorities right now and not when they are convenient. This is one of those episodes where you are going to want to have your pen and paper ready for! Join the Chic Community: chicinfluencer.mykajabi.com/BecomeAChicMemberFollow the Make Chic Happen Podcast: www.instagram.com/makechichappenpodcast/Chic I...

Oct 01, 202025 min

Is Going Live on Facebook Dead? | Episode 80

Are you wondering if going live on Facebook is even worth it? Katy Ursta asks just that and gives you her best advice for how to create organized, memorable lives that deliver value for your audience. So, is going live on Facebook dead?” (hint: it’s not!) Snag your FREE resource here: https://chicinfluencer.mykajabi.com/taglines-that-convertSign up for the Framework For A Rock Solid Business mentorship: http://chicinfluencer.com/mentorship/In this episode, we mentioned...∙ Fascinate by Sally Hog...

Sep 24, 202026 min

Mentorship Unfiltered: A Candid Conversation ft. Lindsay Fortney | Episode 79

Have you ever wanted to get a sneak peek of what mentorship looks like the ladies of Chic Influencer? You're listening to the right episode! Katy and Melanie sit down with Linsday Fortney, a mom and entrepreneur who has participated in Chic Influencer's frameworks and private mentorship. They have a candid conversation about growth, leadership, goals and balance. You do not want to miss it!Connect with Linsday!∙ Instagram: @lindsay.fortneyBack by popular demand, enrollment is back OPEN for our F...

Sep 17, 202021 min

How Knowing Your Enneagram Can Help Your Business ft. Jaime Gordon | Episode 78

Have you ever thought about how your personality impacts how you run your business? Jaime Gordon and Melanie Mitro dive into what the Enneagram personality types are and how knowing your (and your team’s) type can help you run an effective business, manage your time and build the life you want! Jaime is a transformational life coach and Enneagram expert. She helps people figure out what their next step is by forming habits and skills… and personality plays a big role in that.Connect with Jaime!∙...

Sep 10, 202038 min

How to Find a Success Tribe | Episode 77

Building a business is fun, empowering and inspiring. It’s also challenging, demanding and sometimes isolating. It’s so important to find a community- a TRIBE- who can rally around you, encourage you and help you see that you aren't alone. Melanie Mitro talks ALL the details of success tribes, from why you need one to what to do once you join one.Download the FREE guide to help you find the right tribe for your business: https://chicinfluencer.mykajabi.com/find-your-success-tribeIn this episode,...

Sep 03, 202029 min

5 Mistakes to Avoid When Starting in Direct Sales | Episode 76

Katy Ursta and Melanie Mitro of Chic Influencer dive into what they did wrong when they first started in direct sales. They give you 5 tangible tips for how to avoid the mistakes they made and be on your way to a fast-growing, profitable network marketing business!In this episode, we mentioned:∙ Chic Way Media: https://chicwaymedia.com/Follow the Make Chic Happen Podcast: www.instagram.com/makechichappenpodcast/Join the Chic Community: chicinfluencer.mykajabi.com/BecomeAChicMemberChic Influencer...

Aug 27, 202027 min

Episode 75: Overcoming the Comparison Game

Katy Ursta of Chic Influencer dives into how to overcome the comparison game. As an entrepreneur, it can be super easy to become wrapped up in what others are doing or achieving. Katy gives you 5 tips for how to break the cycle and realize that another's woman success is NOT your failure.In this episode, we mentioned:∙ Chic Your Gram Social Media Audits: https://chicinfluencer.mykajabi.com/chic-your-gramFollow the Make Chic Happen Podcast: www.instagram.com/makechichappenpodcast/Join the Chic Co...

Aug 20, 202019 min

Episode 74: Are You Controlling Your Social Media or is it Controlling You?

Melanie Mitro of Chic Influencer explains why it's important to approach your social media in a strategic way. She breaks down her process for planning weekly content and offers her favorite time-saving tips for how to maximize every minute you spend on social media. As a business owner, you need to find a content system that works for you- and Melanie helps you do just that.In this episode, we mentioned:∙ The Chic Community: chicinfluencer.mykajabi.com/BecomeAChicMember∙ The Make Chic Happen Pl...

Aug 13, 202025 min
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