1.27.09 "So, You Want to Be Famous?", Proverbs 27

"Don't brashly announce what you're going to do tomorrow; you don't know the first thing about tomorrow."

Proverbs 27:1

Andy Warhol

Have you gotten your 15 minutes of fame yet? I like being positive about the future, but have learned that you never really know how things are going to turn out. Solomon was a big believer in diversification and of course his wisdom made him very successful and famous. In an era of challenges and changes, there are many questions we may have about the future. Wisdom, it seems, is more critical in these fast-moving times. Maybe we should boast less and work more at making our dreams a reality?


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Proverbs 27:21 - "The purity of silver and gold is tested by putting them in the fire; The purity of human hearts is tested by giving them a little fame."

I have had the opportunity to work with celebrities and been on TV and radio myself many times. I enjoy sharing may expertise in Marketing with others in the hopes that my advice and insights will help someone in business. I've only had one person ask me for an autograph which was kind of cool. I enjoy working with authors, media personalities, actors, musicians, and directors, etc. Most seem to take their fame in stride, others seem to forget their past.

We see the headlines of those that crash and burn. People love to be appreciated; in fact, it is a common need. Do an expriment. Tell someone how much you appreciate them and see their reaction. Now, imagine a roomful of fans and one can see how easy it could be to believe in one's own hype.

If you are on a trajectory to fame, it is important to keep your humility. Appreciate people and they will appreciate your example even more. I enjoy reading stories or seeing famous people who offer acts of service to the community, not those who use their fame to blast our country and tear down others.

On Mission, On Assignment, and in the ZONE!

Andy Valadez
e-mail: andy@marketingdynamics.org