Assistant editor Richard Sanchez found himself working on the same projects over and over that led his career nowhere. Then Richard decided it was time to create career opportunities instead of wait for them.
How to Transition From ‘Technician’ to ‘Entrepreneur’ | Mastermind Q&A with Misha Tenenbaum
CEO & Founder of EditStock and Editor mentor Misha Tenebaum discusses his journey from a former assistant editor in scripted television to becoming a successful full-time entrepreneur.
What Five Near-Death Experiences Can Teach Us About Living | with Dr. David Fajgenbaum
Dr. David Fajgenbaum has survived not one but FIVE near-death experiences, and his mindset to persevere can teach us a lot about how to better approach our own challenges in life.
How to Provide Value & Get Paid What You’re Worth | Mastermind Q&A with Monica Daniel
TV Editor Monica Daniel joins the Optimizer community Q&A to discuss how to provide value to others but also get paid for that value instead of giving everything away for free.
P90X Creator Tony Horton on Covid-19, Staying Healthy During Quarantine, Boosting Immunity, & More
P90X Creator Tony Horton has plenty of thoughts on dealing with covid-19, staying consistent with your exercise & diet, and how to boost your immunity.
When Are We Going Back to Work? And How Can We Earn Income Now? | Mastermind Q&A
Nobody really knows when we’re going back to work. In this conversation we speculate on when Hollywood will go back into production…and how we can make money until that time comes.
Making Sense of the Unemployment + Small Business Loans Train Wreck | Mastermind Q&A
Learn the latest about the freelance unemployment mess as well as the challenges of applying for a small business PPP loan.
On the Frontlines with COVID-19, How to Boost Your Immunity, & Testing Safely | with Dr. Edison de Mello
Learn what COVID-19 looks like from the perspective of one physician treating it in both NYC and LA, how to boost your immunity, the safe way to get tested, and more.
[CASE STUDY] How to Identify Your “One Thing” and Accomplish It Every Day | Mastermind Q&A
Learn how to identify your ‘One Thing’ and accomplish it every day…regardless of everything else you have to manage during global pandemics.
How to Organize & Prepare Your Finances As a Freelancer | Mastermind Q&A
Learn how to better manage your finances (especially if you’re a freelancer) to prepare whether you’re dealing with feast, famine, or a global pandemic.
Optimizing Your Remote Post-Production Workflow (and Maintaining Your Sanity) | with Michael Kammes
Zack Arnold, ACE and workflow expert Michael Kammes discuss how to set up your remote post-production workflow and make sure you don’t lose your mind working from home.
How To Reduce Anxiety and Take Back Control During COVID-19 | Mastermind Q&A
Amidst the chaos and uncertainty of COVID-19, there is very little we can control right now. Fortunately there are still things we can control to reduce the fear and anxiety consuming us all.
How to Stay Productive (and Stop Procrastinating) During Your Next Hiatus | with Debby Germino
You think you’ll get a million things done during your next hiatus…then when it comes you get nothing done. Learn how to be more productive during your next hiatus from film/tv editor Debby Germino.
How to Become a Production Assistant (and Keep Getting Hired) | with Aaron Schmidt
Learn the steps to “break in,” get noticed, build the right relationships, and become a production assistant in Hollywood from Cobra Kai PA Aaron Schmidt.
The ‘Profit First’ Financial System (That Gives You the Freedom to Say ‘No’ to the Wrong Gigs) | with Mike Michalowicz
Learn how to reorganize your finances for the 21st century gig economy so you have the freedom to say ‘no’ to gigs you don’t want and build the career you desire.