The Positivity Hour

Darshaun Smith

Welcome to The Positivity Hour, hosted by Darshaun Smith. New episodes drop every Sunday at 12:00 PM Central Time. Each week, I share conversations about positivity, personal growth, current events, mindset, money, and my journey building my creative business, Darshaun Smith Productions. My goal is to provide practical insights that help you grow, think differently, and keep moving forward. Guest episodes may be recorded from time to time, and as i woul say, anything said during a recording will be used in the final edited episode. Thanks for tuning in and have a great day my friend.

  1. Sep 27

    HOW NOT TO LOSE YOUR JOB TO AI.... | EP. 248

    AI is changing the way we work—but I don't think the answer is to panic about it. In this episode of The Positivity Hour, I talk about how to avoid becoming replaceable in an increasingly AI-driven world. And honestly, I think the answer is pretty simple: Be the best human you can be. Live your life. Have experiences. Talk to people. Build relationships. Make mistakes. Learn from them. Develop your ability to understand and connect with other human beings in ways a machine can't replicate. AI is a tool, and I use it myself to help with my creative work and business. But AI doesn't make me great—it saves me time. The creativity, experiences, perspective, relationships, and decisions still come from me. I also react to videos from Alex Sedlak, who dives deeper into the future of work and AI, and Rhino!, who talks about breaking free from phone addiction and being more present in the real world. Because there's a bigger connection between these conversations: Don't spend so much time worrying about the future that you forget to actually live your life. Technology can help you work faster. It can't live your life for you. At the end of the day, your life is what you make it. Focus on what you can control, use the tools available to you, stay curious, experience the world, and keep becoming the best version of yourself. AI isn't the thing that makes you great. You are. VIDEOS MENTIONED: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dqj3ixdZCx8 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qi_56D-DRXY TIME STAMPS: 0:00 INTRO (CONTEXT) 3:07 MAIN TOPIC 19:01 QUICK SIDE QUEST 25:23 OUTRO (THANKS FOR WATCHING) WANT CONTENT LIKE THIS: VISIT MY WEBSITE AND BOOK A SHOOT https://www.dsmithproductions.com/ VIEW ALL MY SOCIAL LINKS: https://linktr.ee/The_positivity_god Now do yourself a favor and like, subscribe, dislike, unsubscribe, hate comment, share, or report, I don't care what you do, as long as you are staying positive at the end of the day, that's all that really matters. I love and appreciate you all my #PositivitiyGang members, stay safe and most of all stay positive. #Peace✌🖖🤟 #115550 #pg-ent #thepositivitygod #the_positivity_god #StayPositive #PositivityGangEnterprise #Positivity #Darshaunsmith WANT CONTENT LIKE THIS: VISIT MY WEBSITE AND BOOK A SHOOT https://www.dsmithproductions.com/ VIEW ALL MY SOCIAL LINKS: https://linktr.ee/The_positivity_god

    HOW NOT TO LOSE YOUR JOB TO AI.... | EP. 248
  2. Sep 20

    Greatness Is Built, Not Accidental | EP. 247

    Great performance doesn't happen by accident. In this episode of The Positivity Hour, I break down the classic rule of the Five P's: Proper Preparation Prevents Poor Performance and why preparation matters far beyond simply getting a job done. The difference between having a job and building a career can come down to how seriously you take the details. The small things you do consistently—learning, practicing, planning, refining your process, and preparing before the moment arrives—compound over time. When you put in the groundwork, you trade panic for power. You become more confident because you've already put yourself through the work before it's time to perform. And that's the bigger lesson: Greatness isn't an accident. It's built. Whether you're building a business, developing a skill, pursuing a career, or simply trying to become a better version of yourself, the work you put in when nobody is watching eventually shows up when everybody is. Prepare properly. Pay attention to the details. Do the work. Then, when your moment comes, you'll be ready. CHECK OUT LORI: https://www.youtube.com/@Life.of.lori. WANT CONTENT LIKE THIS: VISIT MY WEBSITE AND BOOK A SHOOT https://www.dsmithproductions.com/ VIEW ALL MY SOCIAL LINKS: https://linktr.ee/The_positivity_god Now do yourself a favor and like, subscribe, dislike, unsubscribe, hate comment, share, or report, I don't care what you do, as long as you are staying positive at the end of the day, that's all that really matters. I love and appreciate you all my #PositivitiyGang members, stay safe and most of all stay positive. #Peace✌🖖🤟 #115550 #pg-ent #thepositivitygod #the_positivity_god #StayPositive #PositivityGangEnterprise #Positivity #Darshaunsmith WANT CONTENT LIKE THIS: VISIT MY WEBSITE AND BOOK A SHOOT https://www.dsmithproductions.com/ VIEW ALL MY SOCIAL LINKS: https://linktr.ee/The_positivity_god

    Greatness Is Built, Not Accidental | EP. 247
  3. Sep 6

    HOW TO BEAT ANALYSIS PARALYSIS | EP. 245

    In Episode 245 of The Positivity Hour, I talk about analysis paralysis—that feeling when you have so many things to think about, research, plan, and consider that you end up doing everything except the thing that actually moves you forward. The key to breaking out of it? Mental clarity. Before you start working, you need to understand what your dream outcome actually looks like. Once you know where you're trying to go, you can start identifying the actions that will genuinely move you closer to that goal instead of filling your time with busy work that doesn't really matter. I use a personal experience from building Darshaun Smith Productions as a real-world example. I've been working on business systems that would allow a future team to edit photos and videos in a way that's consistent with my creative style. The problem? I don't currently have a team of employees. So why was I spending so much time building systems for people who aren't even there yet? That realization forced me to step back and ask myself what actually needs to happen right now versus what can wait until the business reaches the next stage. That's the heart of this episode: clarity helps you separate what's important from what's simply keeping you busy. If you're constantly planning but struggling to execute, have a million ideas but don't know where to start, or find yourself preparing for a future that hasn't arrived yet, this episode is for you. Get clear on the outcome. Identify what actually matters. Then go do the work. And as always, I want to remind you of something before you go: You're amazing. You are capable of achieving your dreams. But you've got to focus up, get to work, and keep moving forward. TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 INTRO 0:26 MAIN TOPIC QUICK (PERSONAL BACK STORY) 1:49 MAIN TOPIC (3 ACTION STEPS TO BEAT ANALYSIS PARALYSIS) 9:49 OUTRO (THANKS FOR WATCHING, YOU ARE LOVED!) WANT CONTENT LIKE THIS: VISIT MY WEBSITE AND BOOK A SHOOT https://www.dsmithproductions.com/ VIEW ALL MY SOCIAL LINKS:⁠https://linktr.ee/The_positivity_god⁠ Now do yourself a favor and like, subscribe, dislike, unsubscribe, hate comment, share, or report, I don't care what you do, as long as you are staying positive at the end of the day, that's all that really matters. I love and appreciate you all my #PositivitiyGang members, stay safe and most of all stay positive. #Peace✌🖖🤟 #115550 #pg-ent #thepositivitygod #the_positivity_god #StayPositive #PositivityGangEnterprise #Positivity #Darshaunsmith WANT CONTENT LIKE THIS: VISIT MY WEBSITE AND BOOK A SHOOT https://www.dsmithproductions.com/ VIEW ALL MY SOCIAL LINKS: https://linktr.ee/The_positivity_god

    HOW TO BEAT ANALYSIS PARALYSIS | EP. 245
  4. Aug 30

    BUSINESS UPDATE & HOW I FOUND MYSELF AGAIN IN 2026 | EP. 244

    IN THIS PODCAST, I DARSHAUN SMITH TALK ABOUT SOME UPDATES ABOUT THE BUSINESS AND THE WEBSITE. THEN WE SPEND A HOT MINUTE ON HOW I FOUND MYSELF AGAIN, THE PEOPLE AND VIDEOS THAT HELP SHINE LIGHT INTO MY DARKNESS AND WHAT'S NEXT FOR ME, THE PODCAST, AND THE BUSINESS, AND MY LIFE AS A WHOLE. 2026 HAS BEEN A GREAT YEAR! NOTHING TO COMPLAIN ABOUT, THIS HAS BEEN THE BEST YEAR OF MY LIFE BY FAR!! VIDEOS MENTIONED: NOT IN ORDER LOL... - https://youtu.be/ZgD-5ZEWeXs?si=rY1Td41bG-hJQjTc - https://youtu.be/awwAXvcwCg4?si=qYlcBAvF71MPTvyo - https://youtu.be/KhHUETkzaJk?si=iCEJJwnJePj4TlHH - https://youtu.be/BRUUC0am6zQ?si=0Nf_uPNtgJL9fxf_ - https://youtu.be/2qXwvxR1iAs?si=I-6glBP5odBo0d3S - https://youtu.be/SDHKQbKC7gA?si=G-YXV0ZvmgwrQz3U - https://youtube.com/shorts/ydNmwD_soK8?si=qRqgDCy7sKHFERI6 - https://youtube.com/shorts/bHPKDdzpPpw?si=ZzlCY4mqNGEXaVMd - https://youtu.be/dAxVMaZCiyg?si=1EBLH503EV9vvzGS - https://youtu.be/rPAtWCbuZTI?si=3qleoU_YoL_y3VE- TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 INTRO 0:29 MAIN TOPIC QUICK 2:02 BUSINESS UPDATE (MY WEBSITE AND SUCH) 45:35 HOW I FOUND MYSELF AGAIN (TOOK 7 YEARS, BUT WE GOT THERE) 1:35:16 OUTRO!! (NEW SONG PREVIEW) WANT CONTENT LIKE THIS: VISIT MY WEBSITE AND BOOK A SHOOT https://www.dsmithproductions.com/ VIEW ALL MY SOCIAL LINKS: https://linktr.ee/The_positivity_god Now do yourself a favor and like, subscribe, dislike, unsubscribe, hate comment, share, or report, I don't care what you do, as long as you are staying positive at the end of the day, that's all that really matters. I love and appreciate you all my #PositivitiyGang members, stay safe and most of all stay positive. #Peace✌🖖🤟 #115550 #pg-ent #thepositivitygod #the_positivity_god #StayPositive #PositivityGangEnterprise #Positivity #Darshaunsmith WANT CONTENT LIKE THIS: VISIT MY WEBSITE AND BOOK A SHOOT https://www.dsmithproductions.com/ VIEW ALL MY SOCIAL LINKS: https://linktr.ee/The_positivity_god

    BUSINESS UPDATE & HOW I FOUND MYSELF AGAIN IN 2026 | EP. 244
  5. Aug 16

    3 Reasons Your Business Needs Better Packaging | EP. 242

    In Episode 242 of The Positivity Hour, I take a step back from the usual personal development conversations and talk about something every business owner needs to think about: how you package what you sell. Having a great product or service is only part of building a successful business. If people don't understand what you do, who it's for, what they're getting, or why it's worth the price, getting them to buy becomes much harder. I break down three reasons why business packaging matters: 1. Packaging tells people what you actually do. Your customers shouldn't have to figure out your business on their own. Your offers should clearly communicate what you provide and who you help. 2. Packaging makes buying easier. Customers don't always know exactly what they need. A well-built package gives them direction and makes the decision-making process much simpler. 3. Packaging communicates your value. You're not just selling a product or a service. You're selling the experience, expertise, process, deliverables, and results that come with it. Good packaging helps customers understand what they're actually paying for. I also use Darshaun Smith Productions as a real-world case study, including the lessons I've learned while developing DSP's photography, videography, and graphic design offerings. From clearly communicating starting prices to breaking down coverage, deliverables, delivery, and who each package is best for, I've learned that the way you present your services can be just as important as the services themselves. To finish the main topic, I give you one action step you can take today: pick one service you offer and answer five simple questions: What is it? Who is it for? What problem does it solve? What does the customer receive? And what does it start at? If you can answer those questions clearly, you're already on your way to creating an offer that's easier to understand, easier to sell, and easier for the right customer to say yes to. Whether you're building a creative business, starting your first company, or trying to improve an existing business, this episode is all about making your value easier to see. Don't make people work to understand your business. Make it easy to understand, easy to compare, and easy to buy. VIDEO MENTIONED: - https://youtu.be/jBtwzVFPc4M?si=3-OPDGtXbebfIN_0 TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 INTRO (MAIN TOPIC IS LESS THAN 3 MINUTES) 2:45 TIME CAPSULE (LAST WEEK'S PODCAST, AND NFL BROWNS GAME) 6:58 MAIN TOPIC / LET'S GET PERSONAL 12:18 REASON #1 (BETTER PACKAGING TELLS PEOPLE WHAT YOU ACTUALLY DO) 15:08 REASON #2 (THE RIGHT PACKAGING MAKES BUYING EASIER) 17:38 REASON #3 (PACKAGING COMMUNICATES YOUR VALUE) 23:33 ACTION STEP TO FIX YOUR PACKAGING TODAY! (5 QUESTIONS TO ASK AND IMPLEMENT) 31:33 WISDOM FROM AND OG (LAMBORGHINI CASE STUDY) 36:56 OUTRO, THANKS FOR WATCHING! VISIT MY WEBSITE TODAY: And book a shoot!! https://www.dsmithproductions.com/ VIEW ALL MY SOCIAL LINKS: https://linktr.ee/The_positivity_god Now do yourself a favor and like, subscribe, dislike, unsubscribe, hate comment, share, or report, I don't care what you do, as long as you are staying positive at the end of the day, that's all that really matters. I love and appreciate you all my #PositivitiyGang members, stay safe and most of all stay positive. #Peace✌🖖🤟 #115550 #pg-ent #thepositivitygod #the_positivity_god #StayPositive #PositivityGangEnterprise #Positivity #Darshaunsmith VISIT MY WEBSITE TODAY: https://www.dsmithproductions.com/ VIEW ALL MY SOCIAL LINKS: https://linktr.ee/The_positivity_god

    3 Reasons Your Business Needs Better Packaging | EP. 242

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Welcome to The Positivity Hour, hosted by Darshaun Smith. New episodes drop every Sunday at 12:00 PM Central Time. Each week, I share conversations about positivity, personal growth, current events, mindset, money, and my journey building my creative business, Darshaun Smith Productions. My goal is to provide practical insights that help you grow, think differently, and keep moving forward. Guest episodes may be recorded from time to time, and as i woul say, anything said during a recording will be used in the final edited episode. Thanks for tuning in and have a great day my friend.