Discovering Happiness and Achieving Success in Hollywood with Greg Reid

Michael Fomkin
3 min readJul 27, 2023

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In the latest episode of The VIP Ignite Live Podcast, we had the pleasure of interviewing Greg Reid, an accomplished author, filmmaker, and motivational speaker. Greg has made a name for himself in the world of entertainment, impacting countless lives through his dynamic works and insights. This conversation dives deep into his current projects, explores his unique perspective on happiness, and uncovers invaluable advice for aspiring actors, models, and musicians.

Greg’s dynamic projects include two major motion pictures and two forthcoming books — a testament to his unending creativity and commitment to storytelling.

The anticipation around his work has been especially heightened as one of the books will serve as his final solo authorship. His body of work, spanning various media, serves as an inspiration for actors, models, and musicians aspiring to leave their own indelible marks on the industry.

A central topic of our conversation was happiness, a theme that Greg has studied extensively and incorporated into his work. Going against the grain of the typical Western-centric perspective, Greg explained that happiness can be both subtractive and additive. The subtractive aspect entails eliminating the negatives from one’s life, such as toxicity and negative thought patterns. On the other hand, the additive aspect involves reaching for personal goals and aspirations, contributing positively to an individual’s sense of contentment. This multi-faceted understanding of happiness offers a fresh, powerful perspective for those in the demanding and often tumultuous world of entertainment.

In an industry that thrives on connections and relationships, networking remains a key topic for any actor, model, or musician.

Greg emphasizes the importance of networking and explains how entities like VIP Ignite and Truth Mgmt can become essential platforms for forming impactful connections. He encourages aspiring talents to not just focus on networking, but to invest time in understanding the industry, building strong, meaningful relationships, and seeking mentorship.

Greg offers the invaluable advice of surrounding oneself with successful individuals and tapping into their wisdom. It is through their experiences, successes, and failures that aspiring talents can gain a more in-depth understanding of the industry. Not only does this help in avoiding potential pitfalls, but it can also provide a clear direction towards achieving personal and professional success.

The conversation with Greg Reid on The VIP Ignite Live Podcast offers an incredible look into the workings of the entertainment industry. His advice, backed by extensive experience and a deep understanding of human nature, is nothing short of a treasure trove for aspiring actors, models, and musicians. It brings to light the pivotal role of networking, the unconventional understanding of happiness, and the importance of mentorship in carving a successful career in this competitive industry.

Every actor, model, and musician aiming to create their niche in the industry can significantly benefit from Greg’s insights and experiences. The ability to comprehend the industry’s inner workings, learn from those who have already tread the path, and maintain a positive and persevering attitude is what separates the successful from the struggling.

The entertainment industry can be a hard nut to crack, but with experts like Greg Reid sharing their wisdom, it becomes a slightly less daunting endeavor.

As we continue to bring forth more inspiring and insightful conversations on The VIP Ignite Live Podcast, we invite you to join us on this journey. Whether you’re an aspiring talent or an industry veteran, there is always something to learn and implement in your own journey. Let’s continue to ignite our paths towards stardom together.

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Michael Fomkin

Guiding Talent On How to Cultivate Genuine Relationships With Industry Professionals