Hilary DeCesare directly addresses camera: How do people react when you walk into a room in a bad mood? Uncomfortable? Cranky? Indifferent? What if you walked in smiling? I bet they smile back.
      I'm Hilary DeCesare, founder and CEO of The Relaunch Co. Let's take five minutes to walk through the blueprint of how to elevate your energy to create powerful, meaningful connections with your clients.
      We know energy is palpable; it's like a beacon. But did you know it has a scientific basis? Among the 86 billion neurons in our brains, we have mirror neurons. These neurons replicate the emotions and actions they observe — a yawn, a laugh, even a mood! Imagine the energy you radiate in a meeting; your client's brain subconsciously mirrors it.
       Now, think about a day when everything seems to go wrong. You're frustrated, stressed, and then you walk into a meeting with that energy. Your client is likely to pick up on it and mirror your state. It's essential, then, that we consciously control our energy.
       So, how do you elevate your energy? Energy is the start of self-care. Your energy levels are directly related to how well you care for yourself. Regular exercise, healthy food, and enough sleep — these are your fuel. Never forget, you can't pour from an empty cup.
       Now, let's break down the way to immediately elevate your energy into four clear steps — a process I call the 'Tune In' process.
 	Step one: Identify the challenge or intention for your next meeting. Are you seeking to close a deal? Resolve a dispute? Or merely build a stronger relationship? Understanding this gives you a direction for your energy.
      Step two: Change your emotional state through music. Music has a profound effect on our moods. So, choose a song that uplifts you, invigorates you, and listen to it for at least 30 seconds. Allow the rhythm to wash over you, transforming your energy from the inside out.
      Step three:  Visualize the desired outcome. Close your eyes and imagine the best possible scenario from the meeting — the affirming nods, handshakes, and signing a contract. Heighten this visualization by intensifying a color in the image and 'click' to capture this image in your mind, creating a vivid mental photograph. Great athletes do this. They visualize catching the ball, making a touchdown, pitching a perfect strike, or running a race route. So, once they are out on the field or the course, they've already done it in their brains.
 	Finally, plan your first step. What action can you take that will set you on the path toward this vibrant, positive outcome? This step maintains the momentum, keeps your energy high, and propels you forward.
       Remember, this isn't a one-off exercise but a habit. Embed it into your routine, practice it consistently and, over time, it becomes an automatic neural pathway in your brain.
 	Step into your next meeting with elevated energy. Set the tone, create an environment of positivity, and see the difference it makes. And, in the process, you may become not only a better businessperson but a better version of yourself.