Your WHY has to be bigger than your WHY NOT. In this Direct Selling Accelerator episode, we’re joined by Samantha Ballard, President of Pomifera, who shares more than two decades of experience in direct selling - from starting in the field to leading on the corporate side. We talk all about finding a powerful WHY, navigating setbacks and rejection, while staying inspired through the rollercoaster of business. Samantha shares why impact comes before income, how to lead from the front, and why great leaders share the good, the bad and the ugly. We also unpack these simple but key principles in business: talk about it, plant seeds, follow up, and share the journey. Plus, why you don’t need the perfect words - you just need to show up, stay curious, believe in yourself, and believe in others. And your challenge today? Don’t just listen. Take one thing you learned and put it into action. WE’LL BE TALKING ABOUT: ➡ [05:48] Samantha’s Direct Selling Journey ➡ [08:39] How Your Why Evolves ➡ [19:36] How to Handle “No” ➡ [24:48] From Field to Corporate ➡ [30:03] Servant Leadership ➡ [30:33] 3 Recruiting Tips ➡ [34:18] Plant Seeds & Follow Up ➡ [41:24] Simple Follow-Up Systems ➡ [46:15] Trust Yourself as a Leader ➡ [48:27] Confidence Comes After Action ➡ [49:24] What Leaders Need to Stop Doing ABOUT OUR GUEST SAMANTHA BALLARD: Samantha Toomey Ballard is the President of Pomifera, where she is leading the company's next chapter with a bold vision: Not Big Beauty. Just Better. With more than two decades of experience in direct selling, Samantha has built her career from the field to executive leadership, giving her a unique perspective on what it takes to create lasting success for both entrepreneurs and organizations. She is passionate about developing leaders, building high-performing teams, and creating cultures where people feel seen, supported, and inspired to grow. Known for her approachable leadership style and genuine ability to connect with others, Samantha believes the best leaders lead by example, serve first, and create more leaders along the way. Throughout her career, she has had the privilege of working alongside some of the industry's most respected companies and visionary leaders, experiences that have shaped her belief that trust, integrity, and relationships are the foundation of every successful business. Today, Samantha is helping lead Pomifera's exciting brand relaunch with a bold promise: Not Big Beauty. Just Better. Powered by Nature's Most Powerful Oil®, Pomifera is redefining what premium skincare can be through thoughtfully crafted products, authentic relationships, and a community-first approach. Outside of work, Samantha is a self-described people person who loves meaningful conversations, spending time with her family, and encouraging others to recognize the potential within themselves. RESOURCES: Samantha’s Book Recommendation: Leaders Eat Last: Why Some Teams Pull Together and Others Don’t – by Simon Sinek https://tinyurl.com/ywdnwa4z Samantha’s Favourite Quote: “Leadership is not about being in charge. It is about taking care of those in your charge.” – Simon Sinek Looking for more? Head to our earlier episode or check out: Show Up Anyway by Sam Hind: https://a.co/d/8rk0Qth Free Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/socialmediafordirectsellerswithgregandsam/ CONNECT WITH SAMANTHA BALLARD: ➡ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samanthatoomeyballard ➡ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sammy2meb/?hl=en ➡ Pomifera Website: https://pomifera.com/ + New Oils: https://tinyurl.com/4jtmptbv CONNECT WITH US: ➡ Visit our website: https://www.auxano.global/ ➡ Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DirectSellingAccelerator ➡ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/auxanomarketing/ ➡ Sam Hind’s Instagram: https://instagram.com/samhinddigitalcoach ➡ Follow us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/auxanomarketing ➡ Email us: community_manager@auxano.global If you have any podcast suggestions or things you’d like to learn about specifically, please send us an email at the address above. And if you liked this episode, please don’t forget to subscribe, tune in, and share this podcast. Are you ready to join the Auxano Family to get live weekly training, support and the latest proven posting strategies to get leads and sales right now - find out more here: https://go.auxano.global/welcome
