Steve Levy on Filmmaking, Entrepreneurship, and the Power of Storytelling

I’m Stephen Levy, award-winning filmmaker, content creator, keynote speaker, and mentor. I help people tell powerful stories, make confident choices, and turn ideas into impact through film, content, and personal development.Follow my journey for filmmaking insights, creative guidance, and life lessons that matter.In this captivating conversation, we sit down with Steve Levy, a multi-award-winning film director and producer with 25 prestigious film awards and 45 official selections, having directed and produced films that have received international recognition. He is also the founder of SLTV Studios, where he helps brands and organizations bring their ideas to life through visual storytelling and connecting with their emotions.Follow Stephen Levy:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-i-levyInstagram: @sltvstudiosltdWebsite: http://sltvstudios.co.ukFollow us on Socials:Instagram: / foundersmindsetunfiltered Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2jaATPG...TikTok: / foundermindsetpodcast 00:00:00 - Introducing Steve Levy: Award-Winning Filmmaker and Founder of SLTV Studios00:02:37 - The Head, Stomach, Heart Decision-Making Framework00:07:03 - Applying the Framework for Entrepreneurs (Logic, Instincts, and Passion)00:10:02 - Conflict in Decision-Making: Why You Need a Mentor and Wise Counsel00:12:22 - How to Know You’ve Made the Right Business Decision (The Fruits Test)00:12:40 - The Transition from Senior Corporate Role (KPMG) to Founding SLTV Studios00:14:12 - Why Values Matter: Turning Down Work That Doesn't Align with Your Principles00:16:32 - The Biggest Entrepreneurial Shift: From Creative Skill to Business Acumen and Networking00:17:38 - Building Rapport: Using Random Facts (Like Football) as a Gateway to Relationships00:21:11 - Attention Spans and Storytelling: Why the Narrative Keeps People Hooked00:25:00 - The True Story Behind the Award-Winning Short Film Epiphany00:28:28 - The Power of Listening: Giving Someone Time to Speak00:31:47 - Why Steve Decided to Help the Stranger in Brick Lane00:32:28 - Why Epiphany Succeeded: Craft and Audience Connection00:33:51 - Burnout and Resilience Culture: Striking a Balance and Protecting Your Health00:36:37 - Juggling Multiple Roles and the Power of Saying 'Not Yet'00:38:40 - Mindset: Why Failure is Just a Classroom and the Importance of 'Blinkers'00:42:17 - The Path to Becoming a Filmmaker (From Martial Arts to TV Extras)00:45:37 - Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs: Plan, Learn from Your Job, and Eliminate Debts00:48:50 - The Best Thing About the Creative Industry: The Introduction of AI00:49:53 - Is AI a Threat? It Comes Down to Intention and Adaptation00:53:47 - The Worst Thing About the Industry: Clients Knocking Down Pricing and Challenging Value01:02:02 - The Listening Test That Makes You A Better Listener