There are a million reasons to travel: seeing new places, eating new foods, exploring unique landscapes and architecture, just to name a few.

But often, the richest gifts we receive from visiting new places are the people we encounter on these journeys of discovery.

Today, Ginni Saraswati welcomes David Meltzer. He’s a captivating Speaker, Author, Sports Executive, Investor, and Entrepreneur. His success, charisma, and wealth of knowledge were the inspiration behind Tom Cruise’s character in the movie Jerry Maguire.

In this episode, you’ll hear how David incorporates so many travel opportunities into his active lifestyle, and why he loves to bring his family along for the ride. He shares the lessons travel has taught him and how those lessons helped inspire his mission in life. You’ll also hear the highly effective method he uses to foster connections with people from all walks of life and different parts of the world.

What You’ll Learn:

• A unique destination that feels like the set of Star Wars (2:20)
• Why David doesn’t believe in “work” (4:47)
• His biggest takeaway from traveling around the world (6:55)
• Meltzer’s life mission to promote happiness (10:24)
• How he gets people to open up and create connection (12:17)

Connect with David Meltzer:

Website: https://dmeltzer.com/

Email: david@dmeltzer.com

X: https://twitter.com/davidmeltzer

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidmeltzer2

YouTube: @DavidMeltzer

Connect with Ginni:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ginnisaraswati

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theginnishow/?hl=en

Website: www.ginnimedia.com

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Getting unexpectedly let go at work. Struggling through a painful divorce. Losing a loved one. Reluctantly riding a roller coaster of bad luck.

These are some of the most common setbacks that life sometimes dishes out… whether we want them or not.

But, while it doesn’t always feel like it in the moment, these setbacks can have a brighter side.

Setbacks can build resilience, strengthen our character, and become springboards for changes that redirect our lives. Often in profound ways.

Today, Ginni welcomes Amy Shoenthal. Not only is Amy a part of Ginni’s vibrant neighborhood community in New York (#sunnysideup), but she’s also an established author and a marketing pro. Her latest book, The Setback Cycle, shares real-life stories of people, including herself, who turned challenging obstacles into life-changing opportunities.

You’ll learn why setbacks are such a common experience shared by people from all walks of life, and how we tend to view them when we’re in the thick of it. You’ll hear stories of big setbacks and the bravery they birthed that led to profoundly positive life changes. You’ll also score a few hot tips for your next trip to Ginni and Amy’s New York neighborhood.

What You’ll Learn:

• Identifying the roots of your expectations when times are tough (4:10)
• Why setbacks are such a common shared experience (11:47)
• Turning your biggest setback into your greatest opportunity (14:36)
• The catalyst for Amy’s children's book (18:48)
• Why it’s important to celebrate your local unsung heroes (21:41)

Resources:

Pre-Order The Setback Cycle: https://www.amyshoenthal.com/the-setback-cycle

Book: The Anxious Achiever: Turn Your Biggest Fears into Your Leadership Superpower by Morra Aarons-Mele

Book: The Artist's Way: A Spiritual Path to Higher Creativity by Julia Cameron

Book: A Magical Day in Sunnyside Written by Amy Shoenthal and Illustrated by Kate Durkin

Book: Angelina Ballerina by Katherine Holabird

Artist Kate Durkin: http://www.katedurkinart.com/

Connect with Amy Shoenthal:

Website: https://www.amyshoenthal.com/

Insta: https://www.instagram.com/amysho/?hl=en

X: https://twitter.com/AmySho

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoenthal/

Forbes: https://www.forbes.com/sites/amyshoenthal/

Connect with Ginni:

Website: www.ginnimedia.com

Insta: https://www.instagram.com/theginnishow/?hl=en

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@ginnimedia

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ginnisaraswati

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In this episode of The Ginni Show, I talk with designer Rasheeda Gray about her personal journey to finding a career with purpose. Today, she’s going strong as the Founder and Lead Designer of Gray Space Interiors. But, it took her 25 years to realize that this was what she wanted to spend the rest of her life doing. 

Today, you’ll hear what took her so long to figure it out. She shares her ultra-relatable desire to please others before taking a chance on her own dreams, and what it feels like to carry that responsibility on your shoulders. She also talks about the importance of exposure to the arts for young people, and how a single assignment when she was in the fourth grade helped her recognize her need for creativity. She’s also got some advice to share about overcoming fear for other creatives who are looking to break out and try something on their own. 

What You Will Learn:

• Understanding the duality of a bonafide Gemini (2:14)
• The chance encounter that connected her to her eventual career path (4:48)
• How she’s paying it forward to young people of color (7:56)
• When her creative past caught up with her future career (11:18)
• Why she waited 25 years to follow her purpose (12:25)
• Advice for aspiring entrepreneurs (19:16)

Resources from this episode:

The Personality of a Gemini, Explained | Allure

Not Your Parents’ Career—Or Is It? Parents Exert Significant Influence On Kids’ Career Choices | Forbes

Connect with Rasheeda Gray:

Gray Space Interiors

Let’s connect:

Instagram: @theginnishow

Twitter: @theginnishow

Facebook: @theginnishow

LinkedIn: Ginni Saraswati

Website: ginnimedia.com

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