I had the opportunity to share lunch with David Bromstad during a break from the action at Saturday’s Eye on Design 2010 event at Seattle Design Center. It should come as no surprise that David is an likable and engaging in person as he appears as host of Color Splash on HGTV.
One of the questions I was most eager to ask him is how he has stepped into celebrity since winning the HGTV Design Star competition in 2006. His answer was refreshing. David said that he never sought out to be a celebrity. He just wanted to do what he loves to do every day. While his schedule is crazy busy, he is still the same guy he was before stepping into the spotlight.
He said that some people want desperately to earn fame and fortune. That intense desire may be what prevents them from attaining it. In his case, he has been on a path to express his creative talents in many ways. The HGTV Design Star competition was the vehicle. He got on board, did his best, and won. Now, great new opportunities are unfolding every day, including the opportunity to share his story with over 900 appreciative audience members who attended Eye on Design 2010 on Saturday. David got a standing ovation before he spoke his first word, and he earned a second standing ovation after sharing his journey. He was very patient and gracious while posing for what seemed like hundreds of photos with event guests, including this photo of Diane Bridgewater. Diane won a ticket to Saturday’s event by posting a question for David on this blog.
Of course, while enjoying sandwiches during the lunch break, raving fans were peering through the windows of the Ralph Hays Contemporary Designs Showroom where we were chatting, hoping to capture a photo of this celebrity. It didn’t phase him one bit. He is who he is, no matter who is watching or how many. Oh, by the way, you can follow Bromstad on Twitter. Join the over 5,000 who are among his followers. And while David refused requests to take off his shirt during Saturday’s event, you can certainly see him shirtless on his Twitter profile.
David, it was a pleasure to spend time with you. Thanks much, and all the best for your continued success!
Authentic Visibility Question of the Day: How do you envision YOUR life changing when you achieve the expert or celebrity status you seek? Will you just step into your heightened visibility with ease and authenticity, or will you struggle to step into the new circumstances that await? Consider that food for thought as you take action to get known for how you contribute to the world today.
