One of my favorite things on social media, in response to the pandemic, is when creatives freely share their gifts. I love hearing Dennis DeYoung, singer for the rock band Styx, belting out hits at his piano while in his living room. Plus, he adds a message of hope. It means something to see others going through the same challenges as you. Dennis isn't getting paid to sing on Facebook.
Have you legendary actor, Patrick Stewart - Captain Picard on Star Tre Next Generation? He reads a Shakespeare sonnet every day - just for the enjoyment of it - love that!
Ted Nugent is another artist who's very giving with his music. He's one of the only musicians I've seen that brought his guitar with him to sit on the couch next to the tv host. And he'd jam out whenever.
My sons have big dreams and goals and I always try to encourage them to focus on being of service. Help others! Give! It's not always easy - we want to know what we're getting in return. Heck - it took me nearly 50 years to get it through my thick skull that I should first be of service - not what I want.
Donald Miller, author of Building a Storybrand explains this beautifully: make your customers the hero and you be their guide - be the Yoda to their Luke Skywalker. Show your prospects and customers how they are going to win the day. They're the hero, not you!
As self-development legend, Jim Rohn, said, "Giving starts the receiving process."
