Are we allowed to say that?

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By: Bec Sadek and Shannon Boyle

Welcome to the "Are We Allowed to Say That?" Show! 🎙️Join your hosts Shannon Boyle and Bec Sadek as they dive into all things network marketing—with a healthy dose of humor and a side of real talk.Each week, we’ll teach, inspire, and definitely make you laugh, but more importantly, we’ll bring you the inside tips, the no-holds-barred truths, and the kind of real talk that most people don’t have the guts to say.Think of it as chatting with your sideline besties poolside, margaritas in hand, swapping stories about the wild ride that is network marketing. Wh...

Staying Relevant in a Changing Industry: A Self-Innovation Guide
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Last Sunday at 11:00 AM

We are BACK for season 2. Market trends have shifted and so has network marketing. How to innovate yourself as a leader so you continue to stay relevant and grow. 

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@Shannonboyle

@Becsadek



The Era of the Investigator: Nurturing Today’s Slow Burn Buyers
#20
08/03/2025

In this week’s episode, we unpack how the buying landscape has shifted—today’s prospects aren’t impulse-clicking; they’re investigating. If you feel like leads go cold faster than they used to, this episode is your playbook for slowing down, leaning in, and nurturing trust at every step.

We cover:

Why Buyers Became InvestigatorsThe rise of social proof, endless options, and “analysis paralysis”How two years of oversaturated marketing taught prospects to pause and researchThe New Trust TimelineWhat used to take days now takes weeks or even months...


From Multi-Million Dollar High to PTSD & Back: Jade Hooper’s Rebuild
#19
07/21/2025

This week, we sit down with Jade Hooper—a multi–million dollar earner who knows firsthand what it takes to come back stronger after Network Marketing PTSD.

If you’ve ever felt the pressure to keep up, the fear of failure, or the weight of industry burnout—this is the episode for you. Jade’s journey is proof that true leaders aren’t defined by their hits alone, but by how they rise after they fall.

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@Shannonboyle

@BecSadek

@JadeHooper 


Nail Your Niche Without Losing Your Personality
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07/13/2025

Ever feel like you have to choose between being ‘that expert’ in your niche or being your fun, quirky self? 

Spoiler: You don’t have to.

In this episode, we break down how to lock in a clear niche and infuse it with your unique life + personality—so you become the go-to expert and someone people genuinely want to follow.

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@Becsadek

@Shannonboyle 


Dabbler vs. Committed: Why “Doing the Reps” Wins Every Time
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07/06/2025

In this week’s episode, we strip it back to the two game-changing truths that separate dabblers from high-achievers:

Dabbling Doesn’t Deliver
Jumping between companies, or going in and out in your current business, kills momentum, buries confidence, and keeps you stuck in trial mode.The Compound Power of Daily Reps
Consistent, focused practice is what actually builds skill, authority, and results. Show up day after day, and the small wins stack into big breakthroughs.

If you’re tired of wondering why nothing “clicks,” hit play and discover how swapping dabbling f...


The Content Creator Reboot: Stop Consuming, Start Creating
#16
06/29/2025

In this week’s episode, we tackle how to break free from endless scrolling and build a content system that actually works—even on uninspired days.

Here’s what we discuss:

Auditing your social: Why taking a few minutes to review what’s working (and what isn’t) unlocks your next big ideas.Curbing the unintentional scroll: Simple mindset shifts and micro-actions to replace rabbit-hole browsing with productive brainstorming.Batching when inspired: How capturing ideas in the moment gives you a reservoir of content to draw from when you hit a...


Summer Momentum: Turning Excuses into Opportunity
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06/22/2025

Summer isn’t just for beach days and barbecues—it’s separation season, when leaders are built by what they choose to do (or not do) while everyone else is pausing. In this episode, we dig into how the habits you form now will show up in your business come fall.

🔥 Why “Excuse Season” Is a Choice

Every season has its objections: vacations, kids home, slower inboxes.You can either let those become excuses… or turn them into opportunities to stand out.Mindset shift: Notice your excuse patterns—and flip them into action prompts.

The Unsexy Stuff That Makes a network marketing Business Last
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06/15/2025

You know what doesn’t get likes?

→ Following up when no one responded the first time.
 → Saying the same story in a slightly better way.
 → Making content even when you're not in the mood.
→ Building systems so your business runs on something other than willpower.

This week, we’re talking about the stuff no one claps for—but that actually keeps a business alive.

Because the truth is: most people are chasing hype.
 But hype doesn’t hold your business together—systems do.

In this episode, we’re diving into:

What...


When You Feel Like Everyone’s Passing You… Do This
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06/08/2025

Ever feel like everyone on your feed is blowing up, leveling up, hitting big milestones… and you’re just over here refreshing your notifications?

This episode is for the person feeling like they’re falling behind.
 Like momentum skipped them.
 Like it’s taking longer than it should.

We’re not just talking comparison.
 We’re talking about the quiet shame that shows up when you start to believe maybe it’s you.

Inside this episode:

🔹 Why you're not lazy or broken—you’re in a very human moment
🔹 What to do...


Calling Out Network Marketing ICKS So We Can All Lead Better
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06/01/2025

This week, we’re calling out the real network marketing ICKS. 

 Not the surface stuff… the behind-the-scenes habits that quietly chip away at trust, credibility, and leadership energy.

This episode isn’t about throwing shade.
 It’s about cleaning it up so we can lead in a way that actually builds belief in this business model again.

We’re breaking down:

🚩 Asking your downline to order just so you can hit rank
 🚩 Shouting out big ranks like it was “just consistency” (when it wasn’t)
 🚩 Using old before/afters to promote a new produc...


Your Brand Is Boring Because Your Visuals Are: Why Most Content Gets Ignored
#11
05/25/2025

Ever wonder why your content isn’t landing—even when the caption’s fire?

It’s not the algorithm.
 It’s not that your story isn’t powerful.
 It’s your visuals.

This week, we’re calling out the brand killer no one talks about: lazy images, cropped-out faces, 2010 party dresses, and content that looks like a potato. 🥔💀

And we’re joined by special guest Sarah Nimarota, a top leader who recently grew her Instagram from a few thousand followers to almost 20K.

If you want to build a magnetic b...


Stop falling for these network marketing tricks and 10X your sales
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05/18/2025

What if your biggest blocks in network marketing weren’t strategy... but habits you don’t even realize you’re making?

In this episode, we’re talking about 4 common (and costly) mistakes that keep well-meaning network marketers from building real connection—and real income.

These aren’t surface-level tips. We’re going deeper with the real talk your sideline bestie would give you by the pool:

✨ Why sending a PDF too soon can kill a convo
 ✨ How trying to “be everywhere” makes you invisible
 ✨ What happens when people feel p...


If You’re Not Using AI in Your Biz Yet… Start Here
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05/11/2025

AI is the future — but that doesn’t mean you need to become a tech wizard overnight.

In this episode, we’re focusing on ChatGPT and how to use it in real life as a network marketer, content creator, or affiliate who just wants to simplify, scale, and stop second-guessing every word you type.

This isn’t about sounding robotic.
 It’s about customizing your AI so it knows you, your voice, and your ideal buyer — and helps you write better, faster, and more confidently.

Inside this episode:

🤖 How to customize...


Click. Nurture. Buy. (The New Formula for Closing More Sales Online)
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05/04/2025

This week, we’re breaking down exactly what’s changed in the online buying journey — and how network marketers who are still closing double-digit sales have pivoted their strategy to keep up.

Spoiler: the “post a link and they’ll buy” method is done. The new formula?

CLICK → NURTURE → BUY.

You’ll learn:

Why skipping the nurture step is costing you salesHow to use simple funnels to build trust on autopilotWhat “nurture” actually means in 2024The mistake most network marketers are making when trying to automateAnd how to position your offer so...


How to onboard New Team Members successfully
04/27/2025

On this episode, we dive into the harsh truth about typical onboarding: It’s setting your new team members up for failure. Too often, we send them out to face rejection without the right tools, and that’s why so many people quit so quickly.

But what if you could change that?

When you onboard using attraction marketing, you're creating a pull energy rather than push. This is the key to setting your team up for success. By having new recruits attract leads, they build confidence, and they don’t burn out. It’s about working...


The freedom promise in network marketing. True or false?
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04/20/2025

There’s a myth that’s been circulating in the network marketing world: If you just work your butt off for five years, you’ll never have to work again.

We're here to call BS on that. 🛑

In this episode, we’re debunking the freedom myth. Freedom in network marketing isn’t about working for 5 years straight and then checking out for good. It's about creating a purpose-driven life, finding a work-life balance, and building a business that aligns with the lifestyle you truly want.

You’re not looking for...


Why Leaders Who Share Win (and Those Who Don’t Burn Out)
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04/13/2025

In this episode, we’re going there.

Why are so many network marketers scared of collaboration? Why do leaders hoard ideas, protect their strategies like trade secrets, and operate like there's only one seat at the table?

We’re calling out the scarcity mindset that’s been normalized in this industry — and sharing how collaboration is actually the fastest way to scale, duplicate, and build a team culture people never want to leave.

We’re breaking down:

Why leaders don’t share (and how to break that cycle)What it look...


Selling with Authenticity: How to Make More Sales by Being You
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04/06/2025

In today’s episode, we interviewed top leader Meghan Brazier on how she shows up authentically on social media to attract both customers and team members. Meghan breaks down her process for balancing selling while staying true to herself and building genuine connections with her audience. If you've ever struggled with being “too salesy” or unsure how to show up online as your true self, this episode is packed with real talk and actionable insights you want to hear. 

Meghan shares:

How to be authentic and connect with people on social media without sounding like you're selling...


Here’s why folding underwear is important to grow your business
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03/30/2025

In this episode, Shannon and I dive into the reality of building a successful network marketing business. Spoiler alert: It’s not all glamorous! We talk about the early days, the side jobs we took on, and the unseen work that went into building our businesses from the ground up.

Success in network marketing is all about putting in the time and work—even when it feels like you're folding underwear instead of building your empire.

We break down the skills, the mind...


The State Of The Network Marketing Industry Today
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03/24/2025

In todays episode we are tackling a very timely and important subject. The network marketing industry has changed and shifted a lot in the past couple of years. We still believe it's an amazing industry with tons of opportunity. 

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Bec Sadek 

Shannon Boyle 


Welcome to the show!
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02/10/2025

Welcome to the very first episode of Are We Allowed to Say That?—the podcast where network marketing meets real talk, humor, and tips! In this introductory episode, hosts Shannon Boyle and Bec Sadek share their stories, unpack the wild ride of network marketing, and explain exactly what you can expect from the show. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just dipping your toes into the world of network marketing, get ready for insider tips, no-nonsense truths, and plenty of laughs as we kick off this journey together.

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