09: Why Your Ratchet Lead Tracker is Losing You Leads and Haunting My Dreams

13: The #1 Thing Slowing Down Your Sales Goal

What if the thing standing between you and your summer sales goal isn't another strategy, another funnel, or another certification? What if it's simply the thing you've been avoiding for months? In this episode, I'm getting real about what I've seen after 11 years in sales and lead generation: why some people start making sales quickly while others stay stuck waiting, and the one simple activity that consistently speeds up sales results. Spoiler alert: It's not sexy. It's not complicated. And yes, it's probably Instagram Stories. If you've been wondering how long it actually takes to hit your sales goals, build momentum, and create predictable revenue, this episode will help you set realistic expectations while showing you exactly what to focus on right now. In This Episode, We Cover: * How long it realistically takes to hit your summer sales goals * Why existing leads dramatically shorten your sales timeline * The difference between businesses with lead pipelines and businesses starting from scratch * Why lead generation is only half of the sales equation * The biggest mistake business owners make when trying to increase revenue * How Instagram Stories directly impact lead generation and sales * Why consistency beats intensity every single time * The truth about trust-building and longer buying cycles * What to post on Instagram Stories when you have "nothing to say" * How to turn everyday client conversations into sales content Instagram Story Ideas to Generate More Leads If you're staring at your phone wondering what to post, start here: ✔ Questions people ask you in your DMs ✔ Frequently asked questions from potential clients ✔ Client success stories and transformations ✔ Common challenges your clients face before hiring you ✔ Why now is the right time to solve a specific problem ✔ Conversations from sales calls ✔ Wins, lessons, and behind-the-scenes moments from client work The Hard Truth About Sales Growth You can't control exactly when someone buys. You can control: * How consistently you create sales content * How often you're generating leads * How many conversations you're starting * How frequently you're following up The businesses making sales consistently aren't waiting for motivation. They're showing up anyway. Key Takeaway If you want to speed up your sales results, stop overthinking and start posting. Five minutes of Instagram Stories a day can create more leads, more conversations, and more opportunities than hours spent tweaking your website or obsessing over your offer. The fastest path to your next sale may already be sitting in your phone. Resources Mentioned * Instagram Stories * Instagram DMs * Lead Tracking Systems * Organic Lead Generation Strategies * Sales Follow-Up Systems Connect With Alyssa Enjoying the podcast? Send Alyssa the word "PODCAST" on Instagram and tell her which episode you're listening to. She'll help you brainstorm Instagram Story ideas that can support your summer sales goals and create more sales conversations. And if this episode helped you, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a business owner who needs the reminder to stop waiting and start posting. Because your next sale might be one Instagram Story away. This podcast was produced by Your Girl Media [https://yourgirlmedia.com/].  Follow on Instagram: @yourgirlmedia [https://www.instagram.com/yourgirlmedia/?hl=en] Want to be pulled into my world?  👉 Come hang with me on Instagram: @alyssalmoorhead [https://www.instagram.com/alyssalmoorhead/?hl=en] “DM me the word SALES GAL ” to talk about your sales strategy or let me know you came from the podcast!  💸 Curious for more? Head to: www.alyssamoorhead.com [https://alyssamoorhead.com/?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGniJqmL0110JkUxy6VONBn0vE0wDfz3rseH2FH2ppwZh3Trgs_LlzUOmHVdJA_aem_LyyS7Jja1hWC61aueTUOwQ] Check out our Sales Content Plan + Sales Content Recipe [https://docs.google.com/document/d/12h4Qe8TiAMYzFLsvU2CKqwqXj85KUCi4/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=115834802463690288569&rtpof=true&sd=true&utm_source=chatgpt.com] Check out the 5-Step DM Sales to $20K+ Months Masterclass Deck [https://canva.link/69k36um6g5986mf?utm_source=chatgpt.com] Join My Email List + Get the Free Lead Tracker [https://alyssamoorhead.myflodesk.com/emailsignup?utm_source=chatgpt.com]

12: 7 Instagram Story Ideas That Actually Make Sales

Stop wasting time on Instagram content that doesn't sell. Today I want to talk about 7 of my mist lucrative Instagram, Story Ideas that actually make sales.  I'm breaking down the exact Instagram Story formats that have generated the most leads, DMs, and revenue in my business. Not theories. Not trends. Actual story content that gets people to raise their hand, start conversations, and buy. And before anyone says they don't have time? Five minutes a day, five days a week is 25 minutes. I'd bet good money those 25 minutes will make you more sales than most of the content you're currently creating. Let's get into it. In This Episode You'll Learn: * Why face-to-camera Instagram Stories outperform endless B-roll * The biggest mistake business owners make with Instagram Stories * How to create educational content that leads directly to sales * The Instagram Story strategy that generated some of my highest-performing content * Why your personal story matters more than you think * How to turn DM questions into endless content ideas * The power of showing your differentiators instead of blending in * What to post when you need more leads this month Resources & Ways to Work Together Want more qualified leads coming from Instagram? Send me a DM on Instagram @alyssalmoorhead [https://www.instagram.com/alyssalmoorhead/?hl=en]and tell me which of these seven story ideas you're going to implement first. Need help turning Instagram conversations into actual sales? That's exactly what we do. Loved This Episode? If you're enjoying the DM Sales Gal Podcast: ⭐ Follow the show on Spotify  ⭐ Subscribe on Apple Podcasts  ⭐ Leave a rating and review  ⭐ Share this episode with a business owner who needs more leads Every share helps more women learn how to sell with confidence and build a business that actually pays them. Instagram Stories for Business, Instagram Story Ideas, Instagram Sales Strategy, Instagram Lead Generation, DM Sales, Instagram Marketing for Coaches, Social Media Sales, Sales Through Instagram, Instagram Story Marketing, Lead Generation Strategies, Online Busin This podcast was produced by Your Girl Media [https://yourgirlmedia.com/].  Follow on Instagram: @yourgirlmedia [https://www.instagram.com/yourgirlmedia/?hl=en] Want to be pulled into my world?  👉 Come hang with me on Instagram: @alyssalmoorhead [https://www.instagram.com/alyssalmoorhead/?hl=en] “DM me the word SALES GAL ” to talk about your sales strategy or let me know you came from the podcast!  💸 Curious for more? Head to: www.alyssamoorhead.com [https://alyssamoorhead.com/?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGniJqmL0110JkUxy6VONBn0vE0wDfz3rseH2FH2ppwZh3Trgs_LlzUOmHVdJA_aem_LyyS7Jja1hWC61aueTUOwQ] Check out our Sales Content Plan + Sales Content Recipe [https://docs.google.com/document/d/12h4Qe8TiAMYzFLsvU2CKqwqXj85KUCi4/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=115834802463690288569&rtpof=true&sd=true&utm_source=chatgpt.com] Check out the 5-Step DM Sales to $20K+ Months Masterclass Deck [https://canva.link/69k36um6g5986mf?utm_source=chatgpt.com] Join My Email List + Get the Free Lead Tracker [https://alyssamoorhead.myflodesk.com/emailsignup?utm_source=chatgpt.com]

11: My June Sales Plan for $12K Weeks (Without Sales Calls)

What if your June sales plan had almost nothing to do with creating more content? In this episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on exactly how I'm planning for $12K cash weeks without sales calls, why most entrepreneurs are confusing marketing with sales, and the five-step framework I'm using to generate leads and sales while spending more time outside, at concerts, and living my actual life. Because if posting more content was the answer, you'd already have the clients. Let's talk about what actually makes money. In This Episode It's June, and I want you to have a sales plan—not just another marketing plan. I'm breaking down the exact framework I'm using right now to generate leads in the DMs, sell my Lead Gen Splash offer, and create predictable revenue without relying on sales calls or constantly creating new content. You'll hear: * The difference between a marketing plan and a sales plan * Why your marketing is only one piece of your sales strategy * How I generated new lead inquiries overnight from one simple action * The real reason most offers aren't converting * Why your offer post doesn't need likes—it needs buyers * How to calculate your sales goals based on actual revenue targets * The Instagram strategy that's outperforming my reels and content * Why tracking leads is non-negotiable if you want consistent sales * The exact lead generation activities I'm recommending for June * What offers are selling best right now (based on real client data) Resources Mentioned 💦 Lead Gen Splash [https://www.instagram.com/p/DZYM76sFlfz/?hl=en&img_index=1] Our 3-month done-for-you lead generation service where my team handles daily outreach and lead generation in your Instagram DMs. Perfect for service providers who want more conversations, more qualified leads, and more sales without spending all day in the DMs. Call to Action DM me on Instagram and tell me: * Your June sales goal * Your offer price * Your close rate I'll give you feedback and help you figure out what your numbers actually need to look like. And if you enjoyed this episode, screenshot it, share it to your Instagram Stories, and tag me so I can cheer you on. Let's make June profitable. DM Sales, Instagram Sales Strategy, Lead Generation, Sales Plan, Sales Without Sales Calls, Instagram DMs, High Ticket Sales, Mid Ticket Offers, Service Provider Marketing, Sales Funnel, Lead Tracking, Instagram Marketing, Online Business Growth, Client Acquisition, Revenue Growth, Business Strategy, Sales Coaching, Done For You Services, Entrepreneur Podcast, Social Selling This podcast was produced by Your Girl Media [https://yourgirlmedia.com/].  Follow on Instagram: @yourgirlmedia [https://www.instagram.com/yourgirlmedia/?hl=en] Want to be pulled into my world?  👉 Come hang with me on Instagram: @alyssalmoorhead [https://www.instagram.com/alyssalmoorhead/?hl=en] “DM me the word SALES GAL ” to talk about your sales strategy or let me know you came from the podcast!  💸 Curious for more? Head to: www.alyssamoorhead.com [https://alyssamoorhead.com/?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGniJqmL0110JkUxy6VONBn0vE0wDfz3rseH2FH2ppwZh3Trgs_LlzUOmHVdJA_aem_LyyS7Jja1hWC61aueTUOwQ] Check out our Sales Content Plan + Sales Content Recipe [https://docs.google.com/document/d/12h4Qe8TiAMYzFLsvU2CKqwqXj85KUCi4/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=115834802463690288569&rtpof=true&sd=true&utm_source=chatgpt.com] Check out the 5-Step DM Sales to $20K+ Months Masterclass Deck [https://canva.link/69k36um6g5986mf?utm_source=chatgpt.com] Join My Email List + Get the Free Lead Tracker [https://alyssamoorhead.myflodesk.com/emailsignup?utm_source=chatgpt.com]

10: Instagram Stories Q&A: How I Turn Stories Into $16K High Ticket Sales

Instagram Stories are where sales happen.Period. In this episode, I'm answering 8 rapid-fire questions about Instagram Stories, DM sales, lead generation, and why your stories might not be converting the way you want them to. We're talking about everything from viewer drop-off rates to why nobody is DMing you, what to actually say in your stories, and the biggest mistake I see business owners making when they're trying to use Instagram marketing to attract clients. In This Episode: * Why Instagram Stories are still my #1 tool for generating high-ticket sales * The difference between Instagram Reels and Instagram Stories (and why you need both) * What to do when nobody watches your stories * How to get more inbound DM sales conversations * Why your story viewers dropping off isn't actually a bad thing * The exact mindset shift that makes selling through stories easier * Where my best Instagram content ideas come from * How to turn Instagram Stories into a lead generation system * The storybook framework I use to create stories that convert * Why showing up imperfectly will make you more money than waiting for perfect 🎙️ Go listen to next: * Episode 2: How to Get More People Viewing Your Instagram Stories [https://open.spotify.com/episode/2YtPHlhGdB5LruQ0S15xaW?si=d93f16831eb040dc] * Episode 3: How to Turn Instagram Stories Into DM Sales Conversations [https://open.spotify.com/episode/4uwLiuFJXQzmIy7AhTkq5g?si=b852ec5f679d48e6] * Episode 9: Lead Tracking for More Sales [https://open.spotify.com/episode/5UXpIqDJk6MihMfpkG7tZ7?si=23c6a38282954494] 📲 DM me "3 please" on IG Want 3 IG Stories ideas? DM me "3 please" on Instagram — I'll ask you to make one that week, tag me, and I'll give you personal feedback on it. * 🍹 Join Cocktails & Close: Watch "5-Step DM Sales to $24K Months" — Join with my Affiliate Link [https://yourgirlmedia.com/cocktails-and-close/] * ☕ Join The Breakroom Attend "How to Find Your Hidden Buyers in Your IG Stories" on June 23rd: Join HERE  [https://www.joandlyndon.com/the-breakroom?affiliate_code=077142] * 🎥 Do IG Stories with me — Book a Collab for July [https://calendly.com/alyssamoorhead/ig-stories-collab] Book your spot HERE  [https://calendly.com/alyssamoorhead/ig-stories-collab] * See examples HERE  [https://www.instagram.com/stories/highlights/17940777696194382/] * 🙋 AMA — Ask Me Anything Got questions about IG Stories, lead gen, DM sales, or sales calls? Send them to me in the IG DMs and I'll answer on our next June episode! This podcast was produced by Your Girl Media [https://yourgirlmedia.com/].  Follow on Instagram: @yourgirlmedia [https://www.instagram.com/yourgirlmedia/?hl=en] Want to be pulled into my world?  👉 Come hang with me on Instagram: @alyssalmoorhead [https://www.instagram.com/alyssalmoorhead/?hl=en] “DM me the word SALES GAL ” to talk about your sales strategy or let me know you came from the podcast!  💸 Curious for more? Head to: www.alyssamoorhead.com [https://alyssamoorhead.com/?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGniJqmL0110JkUxy6VONBn0vE0wDfz3rseH2FH2ppwZh3Trgs_LlzUOmHVdJA_aem_LyyS7Jja1hWC61aueTUOwQ] Check out our Sales Content Plan + Sales Content Recipe [https://docs.google.com/document/d/12h4Qe8TiAMYzFLsvU2CKqwqXj85KUCi4/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=115834802463690288569&rtpof=true&sd=true&utm_source=chatgpt.com] Check out the 5-Step DM Sales to $20K+ Months Masterclass Deck [https://canva.link/69k36um6g5986mf?utm_source=chatgpt.com] Join My Email List + Get the Free Lead Tracker [https://alyssamoorhead.myflodesk.com/emailsignup?utm_source=chatgpt.com]

09: Why Your Ratchet Lead Tracker is Losing You Leads and Haunting My Dreams

Use my FREE and (not ratchet) Lead Tracker Here [https://alyssamoorhead.myflodesk.com/emailsignup?utm_source=chatgpt.com] If you hate losing using your lead tracker or God forbid think Honeybook is a lead tracker? I am here dragging you lovingly into the world of lead tracking, high ticket sales, and actually following up with the people who already want to buy from you.  We’re talking about why your lead tracker matters, why Dubsado and HoneyBook are NOT your lead tracker, and how to stop losing money because your sales process lives in 14 different places. I’m also walking you through my daily sales routine, how I organize hot leads, and the exact places you should be looking for new clients right now. Spoiler alert: your next client is probably already watching your Instagram Stories. In This Episode We Talk About: *  Why most business owners already have more leads than they think  *  The biggest mistakes people make with lead tracking  *  Why lead generation gets messy (and why that’s normal)  *  How to organize your leads for high ticket sales  *  Why your DMs are one of your best sales tools  *  My favorite sales tips for following up without sounding weird  *  The exact lead tracker fields I use  *  How to get my clients using Instagram, referrals, story viewers, and networking  *  Why your Instagram Stories matter way more than you think  *  The difference between warm leads and hot leads  *  My daily sales routine for lead generation and client follow-up  *  How I “clean house” every Thursday or Friday to close more sales  Places You’re Probably Ignoring Leads: *  Instagram story viewers  *  Instagram DMs  *  Ghosted proposals  *  Past sales calls  *  Former clients  *  Referrals  *  Networking groups  *  LinkedIn DMs  *  Email subscribers  *  People liking your content  *  New followers  If you liked this episode, check out these next:  *  Episode 7: How I Closed $9k in the DM's Without Sales Calls  [https://open.spotify.com/episode/7kzeno1u5LjkeihJonvqZb?si=607da35c9b934796] *  Episode 8: My 5-Step DM Sales Flow  [https://open.spotify.com/episode/34MmdFlm0zcj8QczaMhFeO?si=0c07605ca9e541f3] Listen to my Episode on The Sustainable Creator: How to Find Your Hidden Buyers on your Instagram Story Views  [https://open.spotify.com/episode/0RyjPQIDZa2MdpSn79QUTt?si=1b7317d6979e432d] This podcast was produced by Your Girl Media [https://yourgirlmedia.com/].  Follow on Instagram: @yourgirlmedia [https://www.instagram.com/yourgirlmedia/?hl=en] Want to be pulled into my world?  👉 Come hang with me on Instagram: @alyssalmoorhead [https://www.instagram.com/alyssalmoorhead/?hl=en] “DM me the word SALES GAL ” to talk about your sales strategy or let me know you came from the podcast!  💸 Curious for more? Head to: www.alyssamoorhead.com [https://alyssamoorhead.com/?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGniJqmL0110JkUxy6VONBn0vE0wDfz3rseH2FH2ppwZh3Trgs_LlzUOmHVdJA_aem_LyyS7Jja1hWC61aueTUOwQ] Check out our Sales Content Plan + Sales Content Recipe [https://docs.google.com/document/d/12h4Qe8TiAMYzFLsvU2CKqwqXj85KUCi4/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=115834802463690288569&rtpof=true&sd=true&utm_source=chatgpt.com] Check out the 5-Step DM Sales to $20K+ Months Masterclass Deck [https://canva.link/69k36um6g5986mf?utm_source=chatgpt.com] Join My Email List + Get the Free Lead Tracker [https://alyssamoorhead.myflodesk.com/emailsignup?utm_source=chatgpt.com]