A friend of mine (an amazing muralist, Juli Simon) recently gave me a tremendous compliment.  She told a mutual client that “whenever I speak to Regina, I always feel as if I could do anything!”.  Imagine hearing that you have that kind of impact — I was floored.  I do strive to bring positivity to everyone I meet because let’s face it: times are tough.  Bringing even an ounce of inspiration and joy into someone’s life is very fulfilling.  Many people bring that to my life but today I’m singling out one in particular: Donny Deutsch.

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I first heard of him when he was a guest on The Martha Stewart Show and was talking about his CNBC show, The Big Idea.  It’s a nightly program that gives you continuous ideas, strategies and tools to live a richer life.  Each episode focuses on a different topic, for instance “Unlocking Your Creative Genius”, “Do You Have the Right Spouse for Success?”, “The Comeback Mindset”, “How to Make Good Money in Bad Times” and “The New Art of Selling”.  Mr. Deutsch and his guests are so gregarious, engaging and powerful in their manner that you cannot help but be inspired and strive to be a better person and entrepreneur every single day.  Most of the professional finishers who read this blog will agree — it’s tough jumping from being a creative artist to being a savvy businessperson.  We need all the help we can get because for most right-brain thinkers, left-brain abilities do not come easily. 

This past show struck a chord with me because it was all about having a happiness mindset.  Money does not bring happiness; Happiness brings money.  There is a strategy to bringing more happiness to your life: (1) Commit to your goals; (2) Avoid overthinking; (3) Practice acts of kindess; (4) Cultivate optimism; and (5) Replay and savor life’s joys.   That last one — wow.  We’ve all had bad days and if you can just focus on the successes that have occurred that day (i.e., what you learned from that mistake, an amazing potential opportunity presented itself or even just corresponding with everyone you needed to), it reinforces your belief in your business and yourself.  That’s just not touchy-feely-warm-fuzzies, it’s practical as all get out as well. 

I hope you check out The Big Idea (weeknights at 10 pm on CNBC).  It’ll change the way you think about your business, your job and your abilities.  What could be more inspiring than that?  Have a great day!