Everything we think you (and your field) should be reading, listening to and utilizing in order to stay engaged, informed and one step ahead.
AI Tool / LearnWorlds
When it comes to virtual learning, LearnWorlds harnesses the power of AI to turn content into interactive experiences. Instead of long meetings, boring PDFs or endless Zoom calls, you can easily build dynamic, branded courses that excite your teams. Using sleek video lessons, quizzes and gamified learning, LearnWorlds helps engage your team in content that’s important to your brand. Instead of simply passing on information, LearnWorlds creates momentum, builds confidence and keeps learners motivated.
Newsletter / Brilliance Brief
by Justin Wright
Brilliance Brief is a thought-provoking leadership newsletter offering business clarity without the fluff. As a Founder, CEO, ex-$4 billion CIO and LinkedIn top creator, Wright challenges how you think—nudging you to make bolder moves and smarter decisions by delving into topics like integrity, reputation and how to leverage AI. Sent weekly to the inboxes of over 500K professionals, Brilliance Brief is packed with research-backed tips and unexpected ideas.
Book / The Motivation Equation: The Art and Science of Getting People to Take Action
by Al Bala
As the former COO of Britt Worldwide and the recently retired CEO of Mannatech, Al Bala’s experience in the industry spans four decades—and the globe. Having opened over 65 countries and become fluent in over a dozen languages, Bala possesses an incredible ability to inspire action across cultures. Drawing from his extensive entrepreneurial journey and leadership roles, The Motivation Equation outlines a practical guide to personal development and exceptional leadership that will help you and your business thrive.
Book / The Multiply Method: Simple Systems for Building a Solid, Sustainable Network Marketing Team
by Sarah Robbins
Discover The Multiply Method—Sarah Robbins’ proven system for simplifying network marketing, growing a team and creating a business that lasts. Once a kindergarten teacher, Robbins turned her part-time side hustle into a full-time career, eventually growing her business to over $2 billion in annual sales. In this practical guide, she reveals the strategies that have helped countless entrepreneurs replicate her success—from reframing prospecting and handling objections, to launching new team members and utilizing social media.
Social Media Influencer / Jenna Kutcher
Jenna Kutcher is a must-follow influencer for aspiring entrepreneurs, thanks to her relatable approach and proven track record—she managed to turn a $300 Craigslist camera into a multimillion-dollar personal brand. As host of the top-rated Goal Digger podcast, Kutcher has created hundreds of episodes packed with marketing, mindset and productivity strategies. From Instagram growth and email marketing to authentic branding and work-life balance, Kutcher’s widespread content offers friendly guidance grounded in experience—not just theory.
YouTube Channel / Evan Carmichael
Called “the modern-day Napoleon Hill” by Ed Mylett, Evan Carmichael built and sold a biotech software company by 19 and became a venture capitalist by 22. Today, his YouTube channel boasts over three million subscribers and 500 million views, earning him recognition from Forbes as a top social marketing talent and from Inc. as a leading leadership and social media speaker. Carmichael delivers daily motivation and practical business advice that aims to instill self-belief into viewers, one video at a time.
From the September/October 2025 issue of Direct Selling News magazine.
