Lessons from the Oscars: Turning Obstacles into Opportunities

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"God has something in store for me. I don't know
where or when, but something big is coming."

-Jennifer Hudson,
Oscar Winner Best Supporting Actress

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Lessons from the Oscars: Turning Obstacles to Opportunities

By Jill Koenig

Author, Coach, Motivational Speaker

For as long as I can remember, I have loved watching the Oscars.
I enjoy seeing the best of the best being recognized by their
peers and I love watching people live their dreams.

I was rooting for my hometown girl and fellow south sider,
Jennifer Hudson who was awarded the Best Supporting Actress
Oscar for her performance in Dream Girls.

Jennifer is an amazing example of persistence, following your
passion and turning obstacles into opportunities.

At the age of 7, Jennifer began singing in her church choir,
following in the example of her late grandmother, Julia Kate Hudson,
who sang in the choir. With a 5 octave range, Jennifer attributes
everything, including her vocal ability to her grandmother who
encouraged her to pursue her dreams.

Before Idol, in 2003, Jennifer was signed to a 7 month contract to
perform on a Disney cruise playing the role of "Calliope." When
that ended, she decided not to renew her contract and instead
flew to Atlanta to try out for American Idol. She left a sure
thing in order to take a chance at a bigger dream. The prize for
the winner of Idol is a record contract.

Jennifer reached 7th out of 70,000 Idol hopefuls. In typical
Simon Cowell fashion, he sent her away with the stern words,
"You're out of your depth, I don't think you're capable of doing
any better." Ouch. However, others such as Barry Manilow and
Elton John recognized her amazing abilities. When season 3 of
Idol ended, she went on tour with the top 12 finalists, and
was grateful for having the opportunity.

For many people, that would be it, that would be enough of an
obstacle, their one shot, and the end of their dream.

But not for Jennifer Hudson. For her it would be the
beginning.

She did not lose sight of her goals. She said, "God has
something in store for me. I don't know where or when but
something big is coming."

She went on and continued to pursue her dream of singing and
sharing her voice with the world.

She was next chosen from 782 highly talented actors/singers for
the role of Effie White in Dreamgirls for which she received the
Best Supporting Actress Oscar. Jennifer said that losing on
American Idol was a blessing because if she had won, she would
have gone down a different path, which would not have allowed
for parts such as the one in Dreamgirls.

When Oprah Winfrey watched Jennifer's performance in Dreamgirls,
she stood up and said, "Girl, go get your Oscar."

Greatness recognizes Greatness.

Three years ago she was singing on a cruise ship.

She now has a record deal with Clive Davis.

Big Voice. Big Goals. Big Dreams.

The Lesson: When you don't get what you want, it means
something bigger and better is right around the corner if you
are willing to persist and turn that obstacle into an
opportunity.

Keep on keeping on.

Twenty five years old.

First movie role. First nomination. First Oscar.

"Look at what God can do." JH

Imagine what you can do if you apply the same faith and
persistence to your goals.

Live Your Dreams,

Jill Koenig

http://www.GoalGuru.com

Jill Koenig, the "Goal Guru" is America's Top Goal Strategist.
A best selling Author, Coach and Motivational Speaker, she is
an expert on the subjects of Goal Setting, Time Management and
Business Success. Her Goal in life is to help you UNLEASH
your untapped potential. Learn cutting edge Goal Strategies at
http://www.GoalGuru.com

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