On a Roll

Hey!
Ok, not the best picture of me, but it fully encapsulates how I’m feeling these days! For those of you who have been asking, I don’t think my Zyrtec commercial has aired yet. Thanks for all of your e-mails about my Verizon commercial. Most people have spotted it on MSNBC, ESPN,CNN, and ABC. Some of you have already seen the print ad campaign as well. I have not. I do see the commercial airing on the flat screens at my gym every day. I always hope no one will notice that it’s me up there, but at least it’s better than watching the Food Channel. Ha, ha. Yes, my new gym does not play the Food Channel. Hooray!

When I set my goal to book 3 national commercials I said, “My new business venture is going to require a ton of capital. I really don’t want to go to investors. If I am truly meant to pursue this dream, show me the money!!!” BAM! Two national commercial bookings in one week, plus a bonus print campaign. Focus, ambition, whatever you want to call it, had me working towards my 3rd commercial booking. I got close a few times. I walked into one audition and the casting director said, “Are you Jeanne Chinn? Is your agent Pat Brannon at BBR?” To which I replied yes. “Pat said that all I have to do is bring you in and you’ll book it!” How much do I LOVE Pat?!

That same day I received an e-mail from my modeling agent who, while shopping in Florida, stopped to pose for a picture next to a life sized version of me. My agents are the bomb! They are always so enthusiastic and supportive of me. That’s why I’ve been with each of them for almost my entire career.

Back to my goal. Home Depot called to check my availability for a commercial. My agent asked me if I was drinking some special water or something. Then she asked if I’ve ever played any sleazy parts on TV or film, as Home Depot was concerned about image. Can you imagine Jenna Jameson playing a sales associate in a Home Depot commercial?! Actually, I bet a lot more men would be flocking in to buy their tools. The next day I received the call that I booked the Home Depot spot. MY 3rd national commercial booking of this year actually came to pass! Pat said that while most people are having the worst year of their careers, I’m booking everything. I feel truly blessed in every way and in every aspect of my life.

Personally, I’ve been taking advantage of being a California girl by running on the beach every weekend. Oh, what bliss! I also took a quick trip home last weekend for my best friend from high school’s baby party. This weekend I’m volunteering for the Children’s Nature Institute. They take disadvantaged children 2-8 on nature hikes throughout the LA area. I’m a big hiker and nature lover, so I’m looking forward to helping out. Everyone, get out there and enjoy our beautiful earth while it’s still standing!

I’ll tell you more about my business venture as it unfolds. Sometimes I feel like the whole thing is bigger than me. But that’s just fear and excuses. What’s real is that I’ve been blessed with, not one, but two amazing mentors who have been guiding me through the darkness. Perhaps my third mentor is on his way…ha ha.