New Groups for Producers

I’m back to share more about the Moonshot Mentor Mastermind Producer Group and the Moonshot Mentor Hybrid Producer Group, both starting up in January for film producers, writers, directors, and actors who are ready to step into the world of producing. Here are my past posts about these offerings: Producing a movie is a moonshot—an ambitious leap that demands everything from creativity and vision to resilience and grit. But with moonshots come inevitable setbacks. The truth is, as producers, we hear far more “no’s” than “yes’s.” Rejections and obstacles are part of the path, and studies have shown that when failure goes unprocessed, it can lead to a real loss of resilience—the very quality needed to go the distance in this work. One of the key skills in building resilience is learning to assess situations clearly. There’s a big difference between judgment and assessment. Judgment, especially self-criticism, can weigh us down, adding stress and diminishing confidence. In contrast, assessment is an honest observation of facts without the emotional sting. It’s like looking through a clear lens—seeing what happened for what it is, without adding layers of self-reproach. Learning to assess instead of judge can be a powerful shift, allowing us to process setbacks with clarity rather than emotional burden. If you like what you’re reading, please subscribe or share. It will help me reach my moonshot of 5000 subscribers. Another resilience skill is discernment—a kind of intentional direction-setting rooted in values, purpose, and the ability to learn from others without simply adopting their strategies. In producing, it’s easy to feel pressured to follow someone else’s path just because it worked for them. But discernment helps us make choices aligned with what’s best for our specific project. It allows us to selectively take what works while staying true to the vision and needs of our own film. Discernment is what enables us to keep moving forward constructively, with a clear sense of purpose, rather than getting sidetracked by each setback or trying to replicate someone else’s approach. In the Mastermind Producer Group and Hybrid Producer Group, we focus on building resilience skills like assessment and discernment, giving members the tools to navigate the industry’s highs and lows with a grounded mindset. In the groups, producers can share their experiences openly, gain new perspectives, and process setbacks in a supportive environment. If you’re ready to build the resilience needed to handle the challenges of producing, I encourage you to explore these groups. Both are application-based to ensure a curated, committed circle of peers. You can learn more about the Mastermind here and the Moonshot Hybrid Producer Group here. Next week, I’ll introduce each group fully, explaining who they’re for and what you can expect. But if you’re looking to build resilience alongside like-minded producers, consider applying today. 🙌🏾 Questions? Would you like additional support in accessing resilience? I offer private coaching sessions as well as in-person and virtual group work. Reach out directly here to set up a complimentary consultation. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thisisgrieftoo.substack.com/subscribe