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I am so excited to share with all of you a couple of quick excerpts from DIVA'S DETAIL #6: It's Not All About You. One of the fantastic celebrities experiences I wrote about to illustrate this "detail" is one with the amazing Matthew McConaughey...
"Find out what people want and give it to them. By helping to make the lives of others better you are in fact doing the same for yourself. Your success will be tenfold if people actually like you. Understand you are not the center of the universe and make other people feel like they are. Make them feel important, listened to, understood, special, cared about and you will make fans and friends for life. That is the essence of true charisma...
There are so many successful people that I’ve met who understand this important detail. One in particular is Oscar winner Matthew McConaughey. The first time I met him was at the Texas Film Hall of Fame Awards where he was being inducted. The next time, he came to our TV studios for an interview I was producing. He was friendly, approachable, and decidedly genuine. There was no doubt he was anything but what you see on the big screen. He was real. Matthew took his time introducing himself and greeting every single member of the crew. He didn’t assume everyone already knew who he was, even though everyone obviously did!
Matthew was interested in others, asked questions and actually listened to the answers. He made a point to ask me about the network and my job. He complimented me and stayed after he was done to take a couple of photos despite someone in his entourage tapping their watch. He knew he was one of the biggest stars we’d had in quite a while, but he didn’t act like it. He left that day with more fans than he started out with. Even some of the “non-fans” who were making fun of all the smitten girls on set couldn’t help but be impressed. They hated to admit that in addition to being crazy good-looking, he was actually a really great guy. Despite his fame and popularity, he understands that “it’s not always about you.” He’s got “it” in spades."
Hope you enjoyed this excerpt from "The Diva's in the Details: The Celebrity & CEO Inspired Guide to Confidence, Courage & Style!" To order now visit Amazon, Barnes & Noble or any of your favorite book-sellers!
XOXO
Jacqueline
The KVJ Show & “The Diva's in the Details!”
It's been an absolutely amazing month! My book sold out in paperback on Amazon (twice!) and Barnes & Noble (yeah!!!- links where to get it now are included below) and now the absolute BEST radio show on earth (I LOVE Virginia!!!) has taken the time to talk about my book and specifically one of the things I reveal in the book that holds us back and can get in the way of us going after our dreams...
Thank you so much Virginia, Kevin & Jason!!! Listen here to the segment and check out The KVJ Show on WRMF (97.9 in S Florida) and iHeart Radio!
XOXO
Jacqueline
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Juliette Lewis Knows How to Go All the Way
Time for another excerpt from my new book (out in just a few days...May 24th in case I hadn't mentioned it;) This time I want to share a bit about the incredible Juliette Lewis from my Diva's Detail #2: Go All The Way...
"The actress and singer Juliette Lewis is one of the most passionate people I have ever met. Her performances are so visceral. I first met her when she was in town with her band, "The Licks." An Oscar nominee for her performance in Cape Fear, Juliette has worked with some of Hollywood’s most elite directors, Martin Scorsese, Woody Allen, Robert Rodriguez…she’s a powerhouse and one of the best in her field.
Juliette couldn’t have been more gracious, more genuine, more interested. She was full of questions and happy to give answers to any and all of my queries. In addition to acting success, music is a huge part of who she is too. Just because she had achieved success in acting didn’t mean she was ready to stop growing, learning and discovering who all she really is. She continues to tap into her strengths, wherever that leads her. Juliette is a true professional, and a true original. She is all of the things that most of us aspire to be, genuinely warm, confident and happy. When we were introduced, she smiled her infectious smile and gave me a big hug. She made a point to put her arm around me when we took photographs and made sure we got everything we needed from the interview before wrapping up. She gives her all, all the time. It is obvious that she loves what she does. Juliette is one of the most dynamic and engaging performers I have ever seen, be it acting or singing. She is a great example of someone who has become more of herself (Detail #1) and goes all the way (Detail #2)."
Don't forget to order your copy of "The Diva's in the Details" now!:)
XOXO
Jacqueline
Eat Your Fears For Breakfast
The name Taylor Swift is synonymous with "fearless"! Here is a quick excerpt from my book The Diva's in the Details (out May 24th!!!) where I talk about meeting her at the beginning of her crazy successful career!
Taylor Swift at M*E Television (still image from acoustic set played on our soundstage in Austin)
"I have met countless celebrities and people of note who understood the all-important details and had that “je ne sais quoi.” These individuals had belief in themselves and control over their fears. Our fears will never really go away, but we can eat them for breakfast and then get on with our day.
Taylor Swift was a living example of eating fear even before she recorded her second album, titled "Fearless." I met Taylor at the beginning of her career, and even then I saw she naturally possessed “it.” Right before her career blew up, we interviewed her and filmed her performing a couple of acoustic tracks from her debut album. She was so young, bright, beautiful, talented, but that wasn’t all. She was brave. She believed in herself. When we were first introduced, we shook hands. Taylor had a strong grip like me. She smiled with enthusiasm and a quiet confidence. She was so young, nervous to perform in front of the cameras, but she put her fears aside. You got a sense she was meant for great things. She put it all out there and worked her butt off. Now she is a very influential and successful woman who has sold millions of albums, won countless awards and is living her dream. Taylor will tell you it takes more than talent and hard work. If you don’t believe in you, no one else will."
Pre-Order your copy of The Diva's in the Details: The Celebrity & CEO inspired guide to Confidence, Courage & Style today!
XOXO
Jacqueline
Burt Reynolds is a legend & I know why...
My first book "The Diva's in the Details: The Celebrity & CEO Inspired Guide to Confidence, Courage & Style" is almost here!!! (out May 24th!) To celebrate I am going to be sharing with you a few excerpts & insights...basically a sneak peek into the book that I know will inspire, motivate and empower you to get up and go after the life you want.
The first is from one of my favorites...the legend, Burt Reynolds! He is so extraordinary in every way. I only wish everyone could have the same opportunity to spend time with him that I have had. He truly is one of a kind...
"Diva's Detail #8: Turn Around...
Giving back is a must for everyone who inspired this guide, the celebs and the CEOs...
I had the honor of spending time with Burt Reynolds, the legendary Oscar-nominated actor and very talented director, who finds it a joy to turn around and help others on their way up. While I was casting "Hidden Assets," I noticed how many of my favorite actors from the auditions had attended the Burt Reynolds Institute for Film & Television. It was clear they were all well-trained and knew what it meant to be a professional.
During filming, I realized that not only were key members of our cast students of the institute, several members of the crew were as well. I was impressed. One night after wrapping around 4am (fairly typical for our grueling indie schedule), instead of going straight to sleep, I took a few moments to write Mr. Reynolds a letter letting him know how honored I was to be working with so many of his students and how wonderful they were. I wrote about how generous he was with his gifts to share them with others and truly make a difference.
A couple of weeks later, I found out from someone in Burt’s Master Class that Burt was so moved by my letter that he shared it with his students. I was excited and simultaneously jealous that I couldn’t have been there to hear Burt Reynolds reading out loud words that I had written! I was then invited to be Mr. Reynolds’ special guest at his Master Acting Class. Naturally, I was thrilled. He has done so much for film and television in general with his outstanding career, and also in South Florida with his incredible institute. It’s an honor to be in the same state with him, let alone the same room.
I could feel him enter the room before I even saw him. Burt Reynolds has this undeniable presence. He draws attention to himself in a wonderful way without even trying. He is a legend. He was so gracious. I sat next to him for the duration of the three-hour class. We spent the entire time whispering back and forth, discussing the performances and scenes. For those few hours, I felt like his confidante, and he was brilliant. I’ve since been invited back and it feels like a dream. Burt Reynolds knows exactly what to tell the actors to do to bring a scene to life. He has extraordinary instincts and is so generous with them. He spends much of his time creating a safe and creative environment for actors to perfect their craft. He shares his years of knowledge and experience as well as his ample gifts so willingly. He has the respect, gratitude and admiration of all of his students. Now I know why..."
Pre-Order your copy of "The Diva's in the Details" today!
XOXO, J
Hello!
This is my first time. My first blog entry. I am so excited to share, learn, laugh and love with all of you. My passions are empowerment, beauty, style and entertainment. I have had years of experience producing, acting, directing, casting and training people to be their best in front of the camera - and all of that experience helped me author my first book "The Diva's in the Details" which will be published on May 24th 2018! In addition to sharing tons of the invaluable knowledge I've gained over the years working with, meeting and spending time with extraordinary people (Oscar Winners, Grammy Winners, Icons, Billionaires, Legends and awe-inspiring everyday people) I will also be sharing the best of the best: the most glamorous, the most inspiring & the most amazing things from right here in gorgeous Palm Beach, a place I feel very blessed to call home. I can't wait to get to know you and begin this amazing adventure together! Stay tuned, excerpts and tips from “The Diva’s in the Details” coming soon right here! XOXO, J