SHIFT with Blake Mallen

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SHIFT, a new podcast from Direct Selling News (DSN), offers an energizing and inspiring environment where direct selling high performers and subject matter experts can openly share their most powerful SHIFTS helping to accelerate their business and the direct selling channel today.

  1. 1D AGO

    From Stuck to Self-Directed: Puya Ghandian on Belief, Skill Development and Reinvention

    In this episode of the SHIFT Podcast, Blake Mallen sits down with Puya Ghandian to explore belief, skill development and what it means to truly lead yourself first. Puya shares lessons from decades in the channel, navigating long valleys and building conviction through clarity and discipline. In this episode, you will learn:  •    How skill development, not luck, creates consistent results •    Why ownership and self-leadership precede team growth •    How clarity of vision helps leaders navigate seasons of doubt

    49 min

  2. JAN 19

    If It Doesn't Duplicate, It Doesn't Work: Building Real Momentum with Kendall Welden

    In this episode of the SHIFT Podcast, Blake Mallen sits down with Kendall Welden to unpack what actually builds real momentum in direct selling. Kendall shares why belief, simplicity and duplication are non-negotiable for sustainable growth. In this episode, you will learn: ·         Why duplication is the true measure of success in direct selling ·         How to lead through different seasons of life without losing consistency ·         Why real relationships still outperform social media alone

    49 min

  3. 12/15/2025

    From Food Stamps to the Top: Building with Belief and Purpose with Christa Crawford

    Join Blake Mallen as he sits down with Christa Crawford, the #1 global income earner at her company, whose organization spans multiple countries. Christa shares her remarkable journey from food stamps and a struggling custom furniture business to building one of the most successful organizations in direct selling—all while staying grounded in purpose, authenticity and unwavering belief. In this episode, you will learn: ●        How to transform limiting beliefs into unstoppable momentum ●        Why showing up as your authentic self is your greatest competitive advantage ●        The mindset shifts that turn obstacles into opportunities for growth ●        How to build a purpose-driven business that attracts true believers

    49 min

  4. 11/10/2025

    From Messy Middle to Momentum: The Power of Personal Branding with Emily Ford

    In this inspiring episode of SHIFT, host Blake Mallen sits down with Emily Ford—entrepreneur, speaker and brand builder—to talk about reinvention, personal branding and rediscovering purpose after the "messy middle." Emily shares her journey from early success in direct selling to rebuilding her business and identity with authenticity, resilience and faith. Learn how she turned pain into purpose, mastered the art of personal brand storytelling and built a thriving community that values people over perfection. In this episode, you will learn: How to turn your "messy middle" into a season of personal and professional growth Why your personal brand is your most powerful business asset How to build trust online by showing the real—not perfect—version of you The difference between building a following and building a community

    47 min

  5. 09/29/2025

    Resilience Through Reinvention with Karen Fettes

    Join Blake Mallen as he sits down with Karen Fettes, a top field leader who reached the pinnacle of her company's marketing plan in just 18 months and has sustained success for nearly 17 years. Karen shares how she's navigated life's hardest seasons—including her son's 18 brain surgeries, her husband's heart attack and the loss of all four parents since 2022—while building one of the most respected businesses in the profession. This episode is packed with insights on resilience, reinvention and leading with authenticity. In this episode, you will learn: How to reframe challenges as opportunities for personal growth  Why adaptability is the key to long-term success in direct sales The difference between patience and passivity in building your business How to build authentic community that keeps people engaged

    55 min

  6. 08/18/2025

    The Multiply Method with Sarah Robbins

    Join Blake Mallen as he sits down with Sarah Robbins, a top field leader, industry icon and bestselling author, to discuss her latest work, The Multiply Method. Sarah shares the frameworks, strategies and mindset shifts she uses to help sales teams and entrepreneurs scale effectively and grow sustainably. Whether you're navigating a reset or aiming to accelerate your momentum, this episode is packed with actionable insights for success.   In this episode, you will learn: How to reframe challenges as opportunities for reinvention Why "what we simplify, we multiply" is the secret to scalable success The steps to effective enrollment and onboarding that inspire duplication What it takes to inspire new leaders to lead—not just follow

    56 min

  7. 07/21/2025

    Turn Your Fear into Fuel: Real-World Leadership with John Addison

    In this SHIFT episode, Blake Mallen isjoined by legendary leader John Addison to talk about the fears that hold us back—and the mindset thatmoves us forward. From leading through crises to mentoring the nextgeneration, John reveals what it means to turn fear into fuel. In this episode, you will learn: Why fear is a sign of growth—not weakness How to stop self-sabotage before it starts Why perspective is the secret to leading through change What healthy fear looks like—and how it sharpens your leadership How to move forward even when doubt shows up

    53 min

  8. 06/23/2025

    The Power of Reinvention: Leading with Consistency and a Heart to Serve with Theda Blackwood

    Theda Blackwood has built success across multiple companies and life chapters—not by being the loudest, but by being the most consistent. In this episode of SHIFT, she joins host Blake Mallen to share how reinvention, connection and a servant mindset have powered her 25+ year journey in direct selling. In this episode, you will learn: ●       Why reinvention is a skill every leader must master ●       How consistency builds trust, belief and momentum ●       The power of serving people instead of selling to them

    46 min
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SHIFT, a new podcast from Direct Selling News (DSN), offers an energizing and inspiring environment where direct selling high performers and subject matter experts can openly share their most powerful SHIFTS helping to accelerate their business and the direct selling channel today.

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