These days there is so much information on the Internet about how to get famous, get known now, be remarkable, find your niche, etc. And there's alot of GREAT information.
But what if you don't WANT to be famous? When I think of famous, I think of high-profile movie star or an appearance on Oprah. What if you don't want that kind of visibility and attention?
Maybe not wanting to be famous is a form of self-sabotage. Or maybe it's a result of being sensitive to judgment, attention and criticism. Or maybe it's just crazy.
Let's take a closer look...
Is it that you don't want success? Or is it that you want success on your terms? I seriously doubt you want to be mediocre. Maybe what you really want is to make a difference. So is there a distinction between wanting your work to be known, but not necessarily YOU?
Let's take a real-life example. I'm passionate about Animal Rescue and specifically about addressing the pet overpopulation problem. It is unacceptable to me that we put 4-5 million cats, dogs, puppies and kittens to death every year in this country's animal shelters. On average, over 75% of the animals going into shelters - die. The only answer is Spaying and Neutering our pets, addressing the problem at the root . I want every pet to have a wonderful, forever home. EVERY PET! This is WORK I'm passionate about and work that I want to be FAMOUS and KNOWN - NOW.
In the name of this WORK, I would do alot to get it out there in public - taking the attention, being more visible, and being the advocate. I wouldn't do it it to promote myself; but I would do it to promote the WORK. Note the distinction?
When you think about being famous or getting known now, what part of you responds? Does your ego jump up and say "Yes, that would be great!". Or does your mind jump in with some form of criticism or negativity? Does your heart expand or shrink? Do you get a knot in your stomach? All of these responses are valuable input and insight and clues as to what's important to you.
Maybe "getting famous" or "getting known" triggers some beliefs about what you will have to give up. Do you believe that to be successful, famous and known that you will have to give up your privacy and your sanctuary? Do you believe you will have a ton of obligations, responsiblities and commitments? Maybe you believe you will lose your free time and open space. Or that your calendar will be booked from dawn to dusk. Are these your beliefs about being famous? Or getting known? Or success? if so, then no wonder you don't want it! :D
My past experience with being known and being the expert (from corporate America) was that I was in high demand. That part was OK. What was not OK was having people think I was the only one who could help them and not having the option to say NO. I was not in control of my own schedule. That leads to overwhelm and burnout.
So it is crazy to not want to be famous? Is it crazy to not want a media kit and press releases so you don't get asked to be on TV or radio? Does it make a difference if you promote your work vs. your Self?
Hmmm... This is a great opportunity to look at your beliefs around success, being known, and being famous. If they work for you and empower you - great! If they don't and are getting in the way of what you want then it's time to transform your beliefs. (See Resources section below)
Here's to your Success - whatever that looks like for you!
In Spirit,
Lauren
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RESOURCES:
If you're looking for great information on getting famous, getting known, picking your niche, or being remarkable, check out these resources:
Get Known Now - Suzanne Falter-Barns - www.getknownnow.com
Extreme Niche Marketing - Barbara Casey - http://www.extremeniches.com/
Article "Steps to Finding Your Ideal Business Niche" - http://www.newradiance.com/NicheMarketing.htm
Being Remarkable - Kendall Summerhawk - www.kendallsummerhawk.com
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If you're ready to transform your beliefs, consider these resources:
Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) - Master EFT Practitioner Ann Ross - http://www.newperspectivescoaching.co.uk/aboutus.html
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