Mick Unplugged
Christy Buss | From Last-Minute Choreography to CEO: Christy Buss Reflects on Her Journey
Mon, 25 Nov 2024
Welcome to another enlightening episode of "Mick Unplugged." Today's guest is the inspiring Christy Buss, a multifaceted talent whose journey spans from choreography to entrepreneurship. Over a successful 30-year career in daytime TV choreography, Christy has overcome challenges and carved out a unique niche, proving that dance is both an art and an athletic discipline. In our conversation, she opens up about the importance of resilience, the impact of a supportive social circle, and her skincare line Hedo. Christy also shares heartfelt stories from her career, like dancing for the Los Angeles Rams on USO tours and choreographing iconic television moments. Not to mention, we delve into her transition to online teaching after COVID-19, and her entrepreneurship journey, launching a skincare line at 60. Through her insights, Christy illustrates how determination and adaptability can lead to success against all odds. Tune in as we explore the deeper motivations behind Christy's pursuits, her advice on perseverance, and the importance of embracing one’s unique superpowers. Join us for an episode filled with inspiration, practical wisdom, and a few laughs along the way. Don't forget to check the show notes for links to Christy’s ventures and social media. Let's get unplugged with Mick and Christy Buss! Takeaways: · Entrepreneurship requires constant effort and resilience. · Dance is an athletic discipline that demands rigorous training. · Supportive circles are essential for motivation and accountability. · It's important to acknowledge and address personal struggles. Sound Bites: · "What's Christy's because?" · "Entrepreneurship is not easy." · "It's time to create and build." Connect and Discover LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/christy-curtis-buss-3008891a Instagram: Instagram.com/christycbuss Facebook: facebook.com/christycurtisbuss Website: christybuss.com HEDO Skincare Website: hedo.com Podcast: Ageless Ambitions Tik Tok: @christycbuss X: @christycbuss See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Chapter 1: What motivates Christy Buss every day?
Your because is that thing that's like, all right, I got to get up and still do it. What's Christie's because?
I want to make my bed in the morning every day. And it's because I have this ability to make sure that everything can get done the way it should be.
Everyone thinks entrepreneurship is easy.
Exactly. Entrepreneurship is not easy. It's nice to be your own boss, but at the same time, you never stop 24-7.
Whether you're a CEO and it's like, how do I take that next step? Or even in your personal life, and it's like, I've had consecutive bad days. What's some advice that you have for people?
You just think things are going to go a certain way. And when they don't, you have to understand there's always a reason why. And we don't want to really accept that reason, but we can take that of what we feel and maybe not feeling good about it and find a way to overcome what you didn't think was going to happen and make yourself better.
Welcome to Mick Unplugged, where we ignite potential and fuel purpose. Get ready for raw insights, bold moves, and game-changing conversations. Buckle up, here's Mick.
Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to another exciting episode of Mick Unplugged. And today we have a freaking superstar. One of my favorite people in the world. She's a powerhouse who knows how to combine art, leadership, and heart. inspiring those around her with everything she does. We're talking about from the stage to the boardroom, she's created her own rhythm in life.
Let's get ready to hear the incredible insights and stories from the fearless, The visionary, the resilient, the captivating, my friend, Ms. Christy Buss. Christy, how are you doing today?
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Chapter 2: Why is entrepreneurship more challenging than it seems?
Wow, that's interesting. I just had this huge celebration of my viewing Sizzle Reel because it's about my life, right? And it's something that I want to cherishly get done because of the things that I've done since I actually won this contest called the All-American Woman in 1979. And- It's so different now what the all-American woman is today, right?
And I was crowned the first and only all-American woman. And what does that mean to me now after 46 years? Well, you're asking me the because, right? And so I had a very special person who's an amazing comedian, but she's an amazing storyteller. So she actually, we met like four or five times to get my story out through me telling her and then her explaining my story versus it being myself.
And somehow, some way, this word called the runner came out, the word runner. And that's something that within my family, I was always the one to make sure that everything got done. If the laundry wasn't done before my mom got home, if the dishes weren't done, and it even wasn't my chore, I still did it. And it's because I wanted everything to be good. I wanted everything to be online.
I wanted everything to be happy for my mother who, you know, she raised us on her own for a long time. So I was that person. And that's because I had this inner drive in me that no matter what, I'm going to get it done. I'm That's been instilled with me, like I said, from the story that I was telling you that since I was very little, I knew that I had this drive to make sure that
everything could be the best it could be at the time versus just slacking off or just maybe not making my bed in the morning today. No, I want to make my bed in the morning every day. And it's because I have this ability to make sure that everything can get done the way it should be so that you're responsible and aware of everything that you do takes it to another level, right?
So that's my because. Does that make sense to you? Yeah.
Not only does it make sense, but it resonates, you know, like same thing. I made a promise to my mom and sisters as a 10 year old, right? That, you know, I don't know how, but I'm going to help make life better. Again, at 10, I didn't have answers to the test, but I figured it out, right?
And that's why I think I admire you so much because one of the things that I know about you is Christy just figures it out, right? Like no matter what the challenge is going to be, no matter what the thing is going to be, Christy's going to figure out a way to make it. True. Very true. I have one thing. You said the all-American woman, 1979. You know, again, I follow you. I see you.
You were like one years old in 1979.
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Chapter 3: How did Christy transition from choreography to skincare?
And again, it takes business smarts, it takes charisma, it takes grit. Like for Christy and your journey from dancer choreographer to where you are now, like what are some of the things that that you're proud of through that journey that again, not that you just overcome, but the things that you fought for, the things you stood up for and that led you to get to where you are now?
Oh, this is great. OK, so first of all, being 5'2". And being a dancer in L.A. is just like, no, like even to go up for like any kind of movie role in terms of a dance like, say, Grease 2 or, you know, Solid Gold Dancer. I went up for all that stuff. And, you know, just the start out saying five, seven and above or, you know, it wasn't going to be me. So I had to find a way.
to break through what I have as a talent and make it my own. And so I was auditioning in that for acting stuff at the time, but I had dance on my resume and I was doing Days of Our Lives at the time. And they're like,
they called me and they say can you be here in 30 minutes I'm like I was like I'll be there as fast as I can and I then I choreographed for daytime tv for 30 years but it's the it's the it's the it's the magic that happens because of putting it on your resume and being ready but that became my niche is more choreographer you know so that I could still dance some things but you know
When it came to a course, you just had to be the same height as everybody else. So I found a way to do my dance career through my choreography. And then my choreography led me to more individual dancing, you know, so I could be like, I don't want to say the star, but in a different role, like when it was a ski show and they have all these beautiful dancing models and then there's me.
So I became the like the needle through the string of the show as the main character, right? and danced certain things in that. So I found a way to, you know, make a detriment of my height and being a dancer to like pretty much being able to work my whole career in dance.
That's awesome. What are some things in dance and choreography that the average person like me doesn't know or doesn't see? Because I know there's a lot behind the scenes. I know there's a lot in practice and rehearsal. Like what are some of the things that we, the casual person doesn't even see that now we can go look for?
We're athletes. This is, like I said earlier, it's an instrument here. And we, you know, you have to train every day and it's very precise and it's very, you know, repetition, like dance is repetition. And what we go through to be the professional dancers that we are It's a skill that is like no other. And people don't realize that that's pretty much an athlete.
And I think that's key to what people don't realize when they watch. And when it looks so easy, it's when it's really hard, but they make it look easy. So that's one thing. And then other people don't think that in movies or even daytime television, there are scenes that, you know, have dance, but it's not really performance.
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Chapter 4: What challenges did Christy face as a dancer in L.A.?
Absolutely. Absolutely. So again, I'm going to go rapid fire with Christy Bush. Okay.
I'm ready.
All right. So your favorite team that you dance for?
The favorite team that I dance for? Okay. I would say, well, I only dance for two, two teams. So. Right.
So which one was your favorite?
I would say the Rams only because I did eight USO tours all over the world while I was with the Rams. So I would say the Los Angeles Rams.
Awesome. Your favorite movie or TV set that you were the head, that you choreographed. What's your favorite?
Okay. That would be Days of Our Lives. That's when I did Bo and Hope's wedding dance. It was amazing. They got married a lot of times and I did a couple of them, but I had one that was my Valentine. That was just amazing.
Yeah, I know more about Days of Our Lives than I actually should know. Like there were multiple bows and hopes too, right?
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Chapter 5: What is the reality behind dance and choreography?
Yeah, who's an actor or actress that could really dance that you were surprised by?
Well, I wasn't really surprised, but she only was a skater and that's Cristina Alfonso, right? But she knows what she's doing when she moves. So I was very, very, it was so easy to work with her, for sure.
That was Hope, my favorite Hope.
Yeah, yes.
Who's an actor or actress that just has no rhythm?
Now, I need to say, okay, I'm going to be honest with you. And he would tell you that, yes, Christy's right. And his name's Galen. He was on Passions. Galen. So I forget the part that he played, but he was the, it was a big storyline. But Galen was the one that just, he just did not like me. He's like, oh, here she is again. I don't want to do this. I'm like, come on, Galen, do it.
And then he would look so good doing it. So it was fun. It was good. But yeah, couldn't dance.
So- On a Saturday morning when Christy is like, you know, in the kitchen making breakfast or whatever, and like you're in your groove and you're feeling it, what type of music is Christy listening to?
Oh, current R&B. Okay. Current R&B is all the way. Okay. I play it every time. Alexis, play current R&B hits always.
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Chapter 6: How can one find resilience in tough times?
There we go. I love it. What is Christy most proud of in your life?
Wow. That's interesting. I'm proud of the fact that when I was 19, after I won the All-American Women, I came out to California all by myself, all alone, just me. And I found my way and I did it. Yeah.
You did it. That's your motto, right?
You know, because a lot of people come here and get down a path that's not good. So I'm so blessed, blessed that when I came out here, good things happened.
That's amazing. That's amazing. I could talk to you all day. You're like I said, you're one of my favorite people. Very inspirational. Very funny. Right. Like I love some of your reels and everything. And now that I know Saturday morning, you're listening to R&B. All right. I'm going to give you a call. We're going to jam together.
OK. OK. I like it.
So where can people follow you? Where do you want people to connect with you?
Well, I'm on obviously Instagram at Christy C. Buss, I think. Christy C. Buss. And then I have my skincare line, Hedo Skin, on TikTok and on Instagram. On YouTube, I'm Christy Curtis Buss. And I don't know what else there is, if there is anything else.
Hedo.co.
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