We recently had the chance to connect with Josh Saleh and have shared our conversation below.
Josh, a huge thanks to you for investing the time to share your wisdom with those who are seeking it. We think it’s so important for us to share stories with our neighbors, friends and community because knowledge multiples when we share with each other. Let’s jump in: What are you chasing, and what would happen if you stopped?
My parents are immigrants from Egypt, and they instilled in me a deep desire for success. Leaving everything you know behind and starting from scratch prioritizes your life differently. Being raised by a family that lost everything and had to rebuild came with a lot of pressure. That pressure boiled down to a few core principles: make a family, make money, and be successful.
I, however, didn’t share the same priorities as my family. I was on a more creative path. To me, money and building a family weren’t as important as life experiences. My joy came from meeting a diverse set of people, finding ways to be vulnerable in my relationships and career, and always saying yes.
This path has led me to a career as an entertainer. It comes with incredible perks, amazing stories, and a life I can look back on proudly. But it also comes with instability—financially and professionally. Each year brings new obstacles to face.
What am I chasing? Ten years ago, I would have said success. But that’s too vague.
Now, I’m chasing a life where I can be financially free from life’s burdens, where I don’t have to worry about my next job, where my party game, Change My Mind, can run on its own and be profitable. I want a life where I can take care of my family, friends, and myself without worrying about the next paycheck. I’m chasing stability that allows me to travel more, build a family, and fully embrace my creativity.
If I stopped chasing any of that, I’d be giving up. I’d be letting myself down, wasting the years and money I’ve invested in myself, and letting down my family—who gave me everything they couldn’t have as immigrants. There is no stopping. I don’t know if that’s good, bad, or neutral. All I know is that it’s what motivates me: the push for stability, financial freedom, and the ability to take care of those around me.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
I am Josh Saleh, and I have too many jobs because I love to stay busy.
I work as a TV host for Marvel/Disney, hosting Red Carpet premieres and interviewing the talent behind the movies.
I also work as a TV host for Amazon, where I showcase different products live.
In 2023, I created my own party game called Change My Mind. I released the game in 2024, and within 20 months, I sold 10,000 units. I run the business on my own and hope to grow it into the next big party game.
Additionally, I work as a Program Ambassador Manager for Trybal Gatherings. I manage ambassadors across the country as we curate events for young Jewish adults.
What makes me special is that I am a go-getter. I don’t stop, and I genuinely love what I do. I’m a huge nerd—working with Disney/Marvel is a dream! I love gaming, tech, and new products, and being able to showcase them on Amazon is incredible.
I also love board games and making people laugh. Creating a party game that was nominated for Party Game of the Year in 2025 was an amazing accomplishment.
I am constantly working and creating, and I love every moment of it!
Great, so let’s dive into your journey a bit more. Who taught you the most about work?
My mother taught me the most about work. She raised me as a single mother and is the strongest, hardest-working person I know. I am so lucky to have been raised by someone with such drive.
She made me get my first job when I was 15. I resisted and complained, but she insisted that I start working. Thankfully, she did, because it taught me that nothing is ever free—you have to work for everything.
Throughout my life, she has instilled in me motivation, structure, and mental fortitude. She is someone who will work no matter what.
What did suffering teach you that success never could?
I lost my father at a very young age, seven, and that loss taught me to take nothing for granted.
I truly believe that we, as people, need to experience a balance of loss and success. Without both, the scales can shift too far in either direction.
Loss taught me to live in the moment, to work hard for my place in life, and to never give up. If my life were full of only success, I would be a completely different person—someone I would not be proud of.
Too much success can lead to a mindset of entitlement. Too much loss can lead to depression, or worse.
Loss is inevitable, and a “healthy” dose of it alongside success is the most ideal way to live.
Since we cannot control our lives or what happens next, taking care of ourselves mentally and physically is the only way to navigate those moments. Whether it is through a therapist, friend, or family member, having someone to talk to and share life with is essential. Never face these moments alone—this is another important lesson I have learned.
Alright, so if you are open to it, let’s explore some philosophical questions that touch on your values and worldview. Where are smart people getting it totally wrong today?
Thinking they know everything.
No one knows everything. We need a diverse set of voices, experiences, and people to work together on issues and problems.
No one person can do it all.
Okay, so let’s keep going with one more question that means a lot to us: What is the story you hope people tell about you when you’re gone?
That I was someone who could make them laugh, see life more brightly, and bring positivity into their world.
That I chose to fill my life with experiences, meaningful connections, and unforgettable stories.
That I was always there for them.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.ChangeMyMindTheGame.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joshsaleh/
- Linkedin: https://linkedin.com/in/josh-saleh-85aa3b36
