Discover The Success Key Factors I Learned From James Cameron
Do you truly want to know the critical factors of success? Do you really believe that all movie celebrities live the life written about them in major publications or talked about on TV? Do they become a celebrity for doing something they love to do or publicity professionals make them to look as celebrity? Did they create their own success stories or publicity experts did all the work for them?
Few weeks ago I had a privilege attending an awesome event in Nashville TN, at the finest establishment, called “The Standard”, a southern fine dining restaurant, in the support of the local fashion designer, CEO and Founder of “Prophetic” a new clothing line, and MUSE elementary school. The event celebrity hosts happened to be Mr James Cameron and his lovely wife Suzy Cameron. The crowds and media gathered around them as they came into the VIP ballroom. I could feel a little bit of tension and excitement when the media and their friends surrounded them. Everyone wanted to get their attention and spark a conversation with them.
Everyone wanted attention of celebrities to feel special
My husband and I were watching them from the distance. I noticed that Suzy Cameron was talking to young designers who came from Michigan State University to participate in a silent action. They were laughing, taking photos and enjoying each other. I noticed some people were trying to jump in front of them to take a photo with them. Personally, I did not want to jump in and talk about movies. It is not my style and honestly he was not there for that reason.
I slowly came up to him and started speaking to him. To my surprise he realized I was russian and spoke few russian words. He told me about his trip to Russia for his famous movie “Titanic” and what it took to learn about the ship by studying from Russian submarines. We talked about kids, life, homeschooling, being parents. We NEVER talked about his movies especially his latest hit “Avatar” which by the way got inspired by his wife Suzy.
What I learned from the conversations with Mr. Cameron that he became such a huge celebrity because he followed his passion. He did not have a goal of being celebrity. He believed in his work and his dreams. He believed in being creative, innovative and taking his viewers in his world away from their world. He created a huge following and people know when Mr Cameron makes a movie it would be fantastic. Isn’t that an interesting example of real success principles? He has created a huge following of the loyal fans because he LOVES what he does.
The success key factors can be as simple as our passion to do what we are called to do
Also by observing Mrs Suzy Cameron I saw a woman who is passionate about working with kids and for kids. Her current project with MUSE elementary gave hope to many kids around the world and an opportunity for everyone to participate in it and have a huge impact on the world. Her passion for improving lives of others were the key success factors that impacted the world and created the quantum shift in the mindset of the people on this planet.
Here are the most critical factors of success I strongly believe in:
1. When you have a passion and a belief in what you do, being a celebrity is not your main agenda
2. You will become a celebrity in your fan eyes by BEING YOU and BEING Innovative
3. You do not have to convince ANYONE to be your friend, read your books, watch your movies, buy your products. People will buy because they LOVE It.
4. Find what you love to do by asking yourself what would you do if YOU NEVER had any EXCUSES.
5. Live up to your EXPECTATIONS and not everyone’s else.
6. You cannot be in charge of your own reputation. People will determine your reputation and your credibility and it will differ from person to person.. Let go of it.
7. Know your purpose. It does not have to be the greatest purpose on the planet. You may not want to be famous and that is fine. It is what makes your heart sing today and tomorrow.
Enjoy your day!
Tatyana Gann
Tatyana Gann is the founder of SmokinHotPR, elite business and creative PR consulting services in Nashville TN. She has been marketing online since 2004 specializing in Online PR lead generation strategies. She is a mom blogger, a writer who is passionate to educate and inspire her customers. You can get an instant access to her Easy Online PR Traffic newsletter today!