Send us a text Episode Introduction: Are you stuck in the endless party hustle, trying to grow your business the old-school way? In this episode, we're calling out the outdated party model and showing you why relying on parties is leaving you exhausted, burned out, and stuck in hustle mode. If you're ready to stop chasing bookings and start building a sustainable business, this is your wake-up call. 🔥 Key Points Covered: Why the Party Model Is Outdated and Unsustainable Parties require you to show up every time—it's not scalable. Exhaustion sets in when you’re doing 10, 15, or even 20 parties a month. The unpredictability of hostess no-shows and lack of sales makes it frustrating and unreliable. The Hidden Cost of Party Hustle You’re spending all your energy just trying to hit basic sales goals. The mindset struggles when parties fall through—self-doubt creeps in, making you question your abilities. Why Building a Brand Is Your New Superpower Attract customers to you instead of constantly chasing sales. Serve your audience in a deeper, more meaningful way. Creating a recognizable brand builds trust, increases referrals, and boosts long-term stability. How to Shift from Party Hustle to Sustainable Growth Focus on what makes you different—what do people come to you for outside of your products? Start creating content that connects and builds trust beyond your direct sales offers. The Power of a Backup Plan Why relying on one income stream is risky in direct sales. How adding a simple digital product can create additional income without adding more hustle. Real talk: Rachel built a six-figure business from a $19.99 mini-course— you can too. 💡 Closing Reminder: If you're stuck in the never-ending party cycle, this is your sign to stop hustling harder and start working smarter. It’s time to build your brand, create a backup plan, and gain control, stability, and freedom in your business. Want to learn more about creating your own backup plan? DM me the words "Backup Plan" on Instagram and let’s chat about how I can help you get started. 🎁 Bonus: Don’t forget to capture emails at every party—because your customer list should belong to you , not just your direct sales company! Hang out with me more! Send me the message PODCAST over on Instagram at @rachelaperry and I’ll send you my "Parties-Optional Profit Plan!" For Additional Resources for Direct Sellers: www.rachelaperry.com…