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Let's talk about the elephant in the room that nobody wants to discuss—what happens when you lose your rank in network marketing. Whether you dropped from pink diamond to blue diamond or lost that coveted leadership position, the shame and self-doubt can be crushing. But here's the truth: rank drops happen to almost EVERYONE in this industry, and they say absolutely nothing about your worth as a leader or person. In this episode, Rachel gets real about why ranks fluctuate, how to protect your confidence when it happens, and most importantly, how to turn this setback into the fuel for your epic comeback story.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Rank drops are normal business cycles, not personal failures - They happen due to team changes, market shifts, life circumstances, or strategic business decisions, and they don't erase your past achievements or skills

• Your identity isn't your rank - When you tie your self-worth to external validation like titles and recognition, you set yourself up for devastating confidence crashes that keep you stuck

• Control your narrative instead of letting shame control you - You get to decide how you talk about your situation—choose "I'm rebuilding" over "I'm a failure" every single time

• Use the experience as credibility, not shame - Having both success AND setback makes you more relatable and trustworthy to your team than someone who's never struggled

• Focus on rebuilding fundamentals, not rushing back - Build solid foundations like repeat customers and consistent activity rather than chasing quick rank advancements that won't last

• Redefine success beyond rank - Stop letting company titles determine your worth and start measuring success by skills developed, people helped, and personal growth achieved

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Your comeback story is waiting to be written, and Rachel's cheering you on every step of the way! Ready to turn your setback into your setup for success? Head over to Instagram and slide into Rachel's DMs with the word "PODCAST" to grab her free 90-day action planner—because who doesn't love a good template to map out their comeback? Plus, she promises no weird "hey girl" messages or pushy sales pitches. Just real support from someone who gets it.

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Are you so wrapped up in your business that you've forgotten who you are outside of it? If losing your rank feels like losing yourself, or rejection feels personal instead of professional, this episode is for you. Host Rachel Perry dives deep into the dangerous territory of tying your self-worth to your business performance and shares exactly how to separate your identity from your results—so you can build a thriving business AND maintain your sanity.

Key Takeaways

• The Identity Trap is Real: When your self-worth becomes dependent on business performance, you start making decisions from desperation instead of strategy—and people can feel that desperate energy from a mile away

• Relationship Damage Warning: If every conversation becomes about your business, people start avoiding you at the grocery store because they miss just being friends with the person you used to be

• The 5-Step Identity Reset: Go back to who you were before, audit your relationships, develop interests outside your business, practice introducing yourself without mentioning your company, and create success metrics that have nothing to do with income

• The Counterintuitive Truth: When you stop being desperate for every sale and recruit, you actually become MORE attractive to customers and potential team members

• Strategic Thinking Returns: Once your emotional stability doesn't depend on results, you'll make smarter business decisions and bounce back faster from setbacks

• Permission to Be Human: You can struggle with your business and still know you're a good person, parent, friend, and leader—bad business months don't define your worth

Call to Action

Ready to reclaim your identity? Here's your challenge: Do something this week that has absolutely nothing to do with your business. Connect with an old friend, take a walk without listening to business podcasts, or pick up that hobby you abandoned. Notice how it feels to be valued for who you are, not what you sell. And don't forget to send Rachel a DM on Instagram with the word "podcast" to grab your free 90-day action planner—because who doesn't love a good template?

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Rachel Perry tackles one of the biggest confidence killers in network marketing: the comparison trap. She shares personal experiences and reveals why comparison hits differently in direct sales, plus gives you a practical 5-step plan to break free and build unshakeable confidence.

In this episode you'll discover:

Why comparison is so brutal in network marketing - from public rankings to social media highlight reels, Rachel explains the unique challenges direct sellers face that other industries don't.

The hidden costs stealing your success - including lost momentum, strategy hopping, desperate energy, and playing small.

Rachel's 5-step "Comparison Detox" plan - practical steps you can take this week to protect your mental space and refocus on your own journey.

Powerful mindset shifts that transform comparison from a confidence killer into fuel for growth.

An identity check to help you separate your worth from your business results.

Key Strategies Rachel Shares:

✨ The Social Media Audit: How to identify and handle content that triggers comparison

✨ Creating Your Own Success Metrics: Moving beyond company rankings to measure what matters

✨ Mental Reframes: Specific language swaps to shift from scarcity to abundance thinking

✨ The Authenticity Factor: Why showing up real gives others permission to do the same

This Week's Challenge:

1. Pick one person whose success usually triggers your comparison spiral
2. Don't unfollow them, but you can mute/hide their posts from your feed
3. Genuinely celebrate their next win - comment encouragingly or send a supportive message
4. Practice the scarcity-to-abundance shift in real-time

Key Takeaways

• Comparison is especially brutal in network marketing because success feels public
• You're comparing your behind-the-scenes reality to others' highlight reels
• Everyone has different timelines, resources, and circumstances
• Authenticity gives others permission to be real too
• Your journey and timeline are uniquely yours - stop apologizing for not being further along

Connect with Rachel Perry

• Instagram: Join Rachel between episodes for ongoing support and encouragement
• Free Resource: DM "PODCAST" to receive the free 90-Day Action Planner
• Promise: No spam, no weird sales messages - just genuine connection and valuable resources

Episode Quote

"When you show up authentically, you give other people permission to do the same, and suddenly everyone's playing a different game."

This episode is perfect for direct sellers struggling with confidence, comparison, and finding their unique path to success in network marketing.

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If your monthly paycheck isn't what it used to be and your team isn't working like they once did, this episode is for you. Rachel speaks directly to the top-performing leader who's done everything right—but feels a shift coming. Maybe you're still making money, but you're tired. Frustrated. Wondering, “Is this it?”

This episode is your sign to take the skills you’ve built and turn them into something that’s YOURS—a digital product. Rachel shares dozens of examples, from recruiting bundles to customer care templates, and breaks down how to create a simple, sellable offer in 30 days or less.

What You’ll Learn:

• Why your direct sales knowledge is the product
• How to create a digital offer without being techy or a coach
• Simple product ideas based on your experience, like:
  • Script packs
  • Recruiting challenges
  • Systems templates
  • Paid workshops
  • Meal plans, beauty consults, crafting guides + more
• How to sell without relying on your team or compensation plan changes
• Why digital products give you back ownership and peace of mind

Call to Action:
➡️ Want 75 digital product ideas? DM 75 to Rachel on Instagram.
➡️ Already have an idea and want help bringing it to life? DM Rachel and say, "I listened to the podcast and I’m ready to build!"

Closing Reminder:
This doesn’t mean leaving your company. It just means building something that’s yours. You’ve already proven you can sell and lead—now it’s time to own something you can grow on your terms.

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In this emotional and empowering episode, Rachel shares the behind-the-scenes story of creating her first digital product while still growing her direct sales business. From being told she couldn’t share her success to realizing she didn’t need anyone’s permission to grow, this episode is a must-listen for any direct seller who’s feeling the pull toward “something more.”

Key Points Covered:

• 🎓 Why her son’s graduation stirred up memories of starting her first digital product—and the emotions that came with it
• 💡 The real reason Rachel built her first product and how it unexpectedly turned into a business
• 🙅‍♀️ The resistance she faced from her company and upline—and how she kept going anyway
• 📉 Why so many network marketers stay stuck in the comfort of a box (and what happens when you finally step out)
• 🚫 Why you don’t need permission from your upline, your spouse, or anyone else to start something of your own
• 💬 How doing something different created more energy, confidence, and even boosted her direct sales business
• 🔥 A challenge to give yourself permission to grow—even if you don’t feel ready
• 💻 Want help creating your own digital product? Rachel shares how you can work with her in a VIP Day to bring your idea to life in just one day

Closing Reminder:
You don’t need to wait for a green light from someone else. This episode is your permission slip to start, grow, and build something that’s fully yours. Your “more” is waiting—you just have to say yes to it.

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In this episode, Rachel gets real about the outdated (and straight-up toxic) beliefs still floating around the direct sales industry. From team building myths to hustle culture, she’s calling out the nonsense that’s keeping leaders stuck—and sharing what actually leads to growth in 2025. If you’ve ever felt guilty for wanting more or wondered if you’re allowed to build something outside your company, this one’s for you.

Key Points Covered:

• Why team building is not the only way to grow your income.
  Rachel shares her experience of earning more from a $19 product than from her entire team and sales combined.
• The myth that wanting more makes you greedy or ungrateful.
  Growth ≠ betrayal. Wanting more is a sign of vision, not disloyalty.
• How building something of your own doesn’t make you a traitor.
  Loyalty to yourself ≠ disloyalty to your company. You can support your team and your future.
• Why hustle culture is toxic—and what to focus on instead.
  Burnout isn’t a badge of honor. Strategy, peace of mind, and aligned work matter more than overworking.
• When 'stick with it' is actually harmful advice.
  Sometimes it’s time to pivot—and that doesn’t mean you’re a quitter.
• The truth about corporate loyalty (it’s not what you think).
  At the end of the day, your company is loyal to its bottom line. Protect your own future.
• Why team drama doesn’t equal leadership.
  Real leadership starts with leading yourself first—not being the emotional support human for your entire downline.

Call to Action:
If you're ready to stop falling for the lies and start building something of your own, Rachel has 2 VIP Day spots open this summer to help you create and launch your digital product. DM her the word VIP on Instagram @rachelaperry or email her at rachel@rachelaperry.com to snag a spot.

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Episode Introduction:
Ever feel like you’re doing all the right things in your direct sales business but still hitting a wall? You’re not alone. In this raw and real episode, Rachel shares a powerful revelation she had during a recent coaching session—she’s been unintentionally shrinking herself. And chances are, you might be doing the same.

Key Points Covered:

• The sneaky ways high-achievers shrink themselves without realizing it
• Why being “likable” might be limiting your growth and income
• How people-pleasing and needing approval can silently sabotage your success
• Subtle signs you're filtering your personality—especially on social media
• Real talk: Being “too much” is exactly what your audience needs
• Rachel’s challenge: 7 days of unhinged YOU (and what that could look like)
• Why you don’t need permission to evolve, do things differently, or lead boldly
• How softening your edges to make others comfortable keeps you stuck
• Why your next chapter requires a different version of you—and how to find her
• Encouragement to stop downplaying your bold opinions, wins, or desires

Closing Reminder:
You don’t have to shrink to be safe. You don’t have to fit into someone else’s version of success. You were meant to stand out. Let’s get unhinged. Let’s be fully YOU. And when you do? Tag Rachel on Instagram @rachelaperry so she can cheer you on.

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This one’s a heart-to-heart. If you've ever felt like you're meant for more, but you're scared of stepping outside your network marketing biz, this episode is for you. Rachel shares why network marketing was a brilliant first step—but not your final destination. It’s time to start building the rest of the house.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

• Network marketing is a vehicle, not the destination. And if the vehicle breaks down, you need a backup plan.
• Feeling burnt out, bored, or unfulfilled? That doesn't mean you're ungrateful. It means you're human—and maybe it's time to grow.
• Building something of your own doesn't mean you're abandoning your team. It means you're expanding.
• Your brand is your staying power. You don’t own the products or comp plan, but you do own your brand.
• Creating a digital product isn’t about leaving—it’s about protecting what you’ve built. Rachel walks you through how to start small and build something powerful on the side.
• You are more marketable than you think. And the skills you’ve gained in direct sales? They make you wildly valuable.

💡 Links & Mentions:

• Want to learn how to create your first digital product in 14 days? DM "free training" on Instagram @rachelaperry
• Grab the free 90-day action planner by messaging "podcast" on IG

🙌 Closing Reminder:

Network marketing gave you the foundation. Now it’s time to build the rest of the house. You’re not abandoning what you’ve built—you’re expanding beyond it.

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