In this episode Jonny gives insight on what it takes to start gaining credibility as a young filmmaker. He dives deep into how to be resourceful, the importance of building a track record, and the power of asking for help.
This episode's guest is Jonny Santana. Jonny is a young filmmaker who has released two feature films, a short documentary series, a short film, and has made videos for artists and entrepreneurs. His films have been premiered in theaters as well as on Amazon Prime. He is currently working to finish his third feature film while simultaneously working with Tom Bilyeu of Impact Theory.
In this episode Jonny gives insight on what it takes to start gaining credibility as a young filmmaker. He dives deep into how to be resourceful, the importance of building a track record, and the power of asking for help.
Show Notes
What's your favorite success quote or something you live your life by that you believe to be true? [3:15]
The importance of being resourceful [3:35]
Why you should ask for help [5:35]
What is the skill you find most useful for you? [7:37]
One big skill that Jonny learned [8:30]
Why it's important to build a track record for yourself [8:45]
How reading "Charisma On Command" changed his life [10:17]
What's next after wrapping up your latest film? [13:33]
Model yourself after success [13:47]
Modeling after Steven Spielberg and what he did [14:30]
Going beyond escapism in his films and delivering a powerful message [15:50]
Inspiration for his latest film [18:00]
Why simple acts of kindness are important [19:53]
Goal for the film and what's next? [20:35]
How Jonny got out of his bubble and started talking to people [23:20]
Getting your big vision out into the world [25:45]
How to get things done [31:30]
One thing the audience should know [33:50]
FOLLOW JONNY:
WEBSITE: http://bit.ly/2TQdajI
INSTAGRAM: http://bit.ly/2WVZF42
Check out his interview with Next Gen Creators
http://bit.ly/2tj11Zc
Check out his short film
http://bit.ly/2SDnPSF
BOOKS MENTIONED:
Charisma On Command by Charlie Houpert and Ben Altman - https://amzn.to/2tqHQwl
People Mentioned:
Tom Bilyeu
http://bit.ly/2DG8eXU
Charlie Houpert & Ben Altman
http://bit.ly/2GLqjHd
Aaron Stark
I was almost a school shooter
http://bit.ly/2SyXG7h
Jaireck Robbins
http://bit.ly/2UYp6jz