We are about to enter Q4 of 2024. It's possible that despite your best efforts this year hasn't yet delivered the big wins you had hoped for. Don't lose faith. Your results will be determined by what you choose to do NOW. Buckle in for this highly motivational and practical session ih which I outline what you need to focus on right now to make sure…

Are you dreaming of making millions but feel like no matter what you do or how you work, it's always out of reach? In this episode, partly taken from Day 1 of my recent masterclass MILLIONAIRE CREATRIX RISING, I take a deep dive into why we get stuck at certain income levels - and crucially what to focus on to shift it. You'll learn my 4 step Ascen…

Female artists, creatives and entrepreneurs, this episode is especially for you. In it you're going to learn how to explode your income, impact and your JOY to the highest levels imaginable. This is a vulnerable share about my life, about what it took to change my money story - and what came next. If you're ready to go on rocketship to make million…

Do you feel stuck? Like no matter what you do you can't seem to break through to your next level? THE ANSWER IS NOT DOING MORE! In this episode you'll learn the 3 real keys to making your next big breakthrough happen. Get ready for a massive shift as you tune into this! TO GET A FREE CLASS ON SCREENWRITING --> click HERE. To get THE 7 ALIGNED STEPS…

If you want to sell your screenplay, you MUST listen to this episode. First you'll get some keys that can unlock the door to success... But then I share with you the #1 Master Key. When you get this, you will be unstoppable. It's 100% the reason that I was able to sell my first screenplay even though I lived in Barcelona, didn't know anyone in the …

Female artists often struggle with feeling like they are not good enough, with feeling like it's not safe to let their voices be heard and with Imposter Syndrome. In this episode, Diane goes live on her Instagram page to discuss the real roots of these problems. If you are a female screenwriter or filmmaker, don't miss this eye-opening session. Sig…

Want to know the real reason why you must write your screenplay that stands out from the super-massive crowd? You are in the right place! Today we're going to dive into next level screenwriting secrets so that you set yourself up for success in selling your script and getting your movie on the screen. MORE RESOURCES To sign up for WRITE YOUR SCREEN…

Want to know the real secrets of writing a script that stands out from the super-massive crowd? You are in the right place! Today we're going to dive into next level screenwriting secrets so that you set yourself up for success in selling your script and getting your movie on the screen. MORE RESOURCES To sign up for WRITE YOUR SCREENPLAY IN 8 WEEK…

Today I want to share a chat I had with screenwriters in my WRITE YOUR SCREENPLAY IN 8 WEEKS group. One of my students had sent me a screenshot of an example of "bad screenwriting" vs "good screenwriting". The first sample was very descriptive with full paragraphs. The second was terse, punchy and with lots of white space. This made me think about …

Do you REALLY believe that you can make your dream come true? That you can sell your script or make your movie? It's okay if the answer is "not really", at least you're being honest. The problem is as long as you don't believe it - you won't be able to achieve it. In this episode we take a deep dive into how to BELIEVE even when you don't have any …

What really make the difference between those who create epic success...and those who don't? In this episode, recorded live on my Instagram account, I explore what a quantum leap is and what it really takes to make one happen. TO SIGN UP FOR THE QUANTUM LEAP MASTERCLASS: CLICK HERE If you're ready to take further action, sign up for a free class to…

The Sundance Institute is currently accepting applications for support in script development. In this episode, I give you the lowdown on what the screenwriters lab is like, why it's worth applying and also what you should focus on if you're serious about getting accepted! I also share my 8 year journey from submitting my first script to finally bei…

Do you ever feel stuck at the level you're on with your screenwriting? Do you feel like forces outside of you will determine whether you succeed or not? Are you waiting...hoping...that somehow you'll be discovered? If so, this episode is for you. You'll discover the #1 shift that needs to occur if you are going to create success as a screenwriter. …

Do you ever feel like you just need to meet the "right people" in order to have success as a screenwriter or filmmaker? Do you imagine that you're going to get an agent and they'll do the work of selling your script? Or you'll land a producer who'll do the work of raising the money? The truth is: to get to the point that people want to do these thi…

If you're ready for some real talk about what it REALLY takes to succeed as a screenwriter or filmmaker, you are in the right place! This week I take a deep dive into the truth about succeeding (clue: you can't train once a week and expect to win Olympic gold). I also share my 4D formula for the long game to win: Devotion, Determination, Discipline…

This week I dive into 4 of the most common mistakes that I see in screenplays. From repeat beats that drag the story down to scripts that make it too easy for characters, join me in exploring the nuances of escalating plotlines and the crucial element of style. In this episode, you'll learn how to elevate your storytelling game and avoid these comm…

To kick off this new season of THE SHOOT FROM THE HEART podcast, I delve into the question many aspiring screenwriters and filmmakers ask themselves: "Should I quit?" This conversation touches on the nature of pursuing audacious dreams, facing obstacles, and the importance of reigniting the passion for one's craft. You'll be encouraged to reflect o…

As the 40th Sundance Festival kicks off today, I want to share this podcast from the archives on my personal Sundance journey. From dreaming about getting in the screenwriter's lab to having my first film win two awards in the main competition, I share what Sundance has meant to me. So FREAKING grateful to Sundance and all the support they give to …

I'm back! In this unexpected episode, I share how a period of silence and introspection has led me to a surprising realization about my true purpose. It was definitely not what I expected...but I'm feeling called to reembrace my passion for screenwriting and filmmaking. If you've been feeling the call to an unexpected plot twist in your own life, t…

Do you need mentorship and group programs in order to achieve success? If you've been debating whether to sign up for a coach or program, I analyze why to do it, what it can help with you - and also why you don't NEED it. For a fresh perspective on what it really takes to succeed, pour a coffee, pull up a chair, and listen in! To sign up for the FR…

Often things don't go as planned (or how we hope) and it's outside our control. What we make of these obstacles and setbacks matters a lot. In this episode, you're going to learn how to take control of the narrative of your life in a way that serves you and helps you reach your goals. To sign up for the FREE live masterclass, THE 4 SECRETS TO SELLI…

There are literally thousands of screenwriting competitions out there, and it can feel like they are an essential step in the journey to success as a screenwriter - but don't fool yourself into thinking that you need them! You don't. Here I dissect screenwriting competitions: why you should enter them, why you shouldn't, which ones matter, what to …

It's inevitable that on the path to our dreams, we're going to have moments of real doubt. Sometimes these can snowball into such extreme doubt that we give up - and that is a tragedy. To make sure doubt doesn't get the better of you, please listen to this episode and learn how to deal with it and let it go. For the free masterclass, THE 3 FOUNDATI…

On everyone's path to a dream creative career as a screenwriter or filmmaker, there comes a moment when we wonder if we should quit our day job. This week a screenwriter wrote to me with that dilemma and in this episode I dive into the realities of building a career in screenwriting. Learn what myths exist around earning money as a screenwriter and…

This week, I answer a listener's question on what to do if lack of funds is holding you back. You're going to learn a way of reframing this question and understanding this problem in a different way - so that it is never a problem for you again! If lack of money has ever felt like an obstacle for you on the path to screenwriting or filmmaking succe…

To celebrate the 100th episode of the Shoot From the Heart Podcast, I share about my journey starting and continuing this show and all the changes that have happened in my life. You'll get a gentle reminder of why you should start what you're putting off now as well as a case for why celebrating matters a lot - even if we're still far from our ulti…

In today's session, I answer the question: "how can I keep believing when nothing is working?" You're going to learn there are practical steps you can take...but also that belief requires decision and your deliberate choice to believe no matter what. If you are finding yourself doubting, grab a coffee, pull up a chair and let's get your belief rock…

The Upper Limit Problem is an idea that comes from a book called THE BIG LEAP by Gaye Hendricks. Essentially it's the idea that we all have an inner thermostat for how much good things we can have in our lives (ie how much abundance, how much success, how much love) and that when we go beyond that level, we sabotage to bring ourselves back to our o…

As we go after big, audacious goals (like writing and selling scripts or making movies), we sometimes find that our loved ones don't support us. In this episode, I address what to do if our nearest and dearest don't share our excitement about our dreams or are actively sabotaging them. If you love this episode, please share it on your social media …

It happens to ALL of us after we go after our goals: we're taking loads of action, we're doing all the things... And suddenly it feels like it's not working - and we get stuck. In this episode I share three practical strategies to get you UN-stuck. You'll want to bookmark this one and listen to it whenever you feel like you're not moving towards yo…

In today's episode, I answer some questions I received about the practical side of writing screenplays. How many pages should you aim for? How much description is too much - and how much is too little? Will the director change a lot? The answers to these questions (and much more) are all revealed in this episode. Don't miss it if you want some fres…

There's where you are....and there's where you want to be. The journey between these two points sometimes seems way too long, so the question arises: how can we make it shorter? In this episode, you're going to learn 3 ways to get to your dreams faster, guaranteed! If you are ready to hit the accelerator pedal to your big goals, you won't want to m…

I often asked "is it possible for me to succeed as a screenwriter and/or filmmaker if I'm shy?" In this episode, I take a deep dive into this question - and the answer probably isn't what you expect! No matter whether you consider yourself shy or not, you're going to learn the #1 belief that blocks our success as well as a new way to look at the jo…

If you want to write a screenplay that actually has a shot at getting made into a movie, you're going to love this episode! You're going to learn the #1 secret to all success - as well as what success looks like at different stages of our journey. Registration is opening soon for my course WRITE YOUR SCREENPLAY IN 8 WEEKS, so stay tuned! In the mea…

We all have "off" days - days where we're fighting a cold, not feeling great, worried about a loved one, and so on. But what to do when we're having an "off" day - but we've got to get things done?! In this episode I share my own strategies for showing up and following through on commitments even when I'm not feeling great. Learning these tools can…

If you are looking for a mentor and community to help you thrive as a screenwriter and/or filmmaker, The Network is for you. In this special episode, I share exactly what The Network is and how it can help you. You'll also hear from current members of The Network on how it has impacted their lives - both as screenwriters/filmmakers and as humans. I…

To get your film into Sundance is the dream of many aspiring screenwriters and filmmakers. In this episode I share my own journey with Sundance, as someone who's film was improbably selected from the slush pile and went on to win two awards there. I also share about my journey to being a participant in the Sundance Screenwriter's Lab. You'll learn …

To get to greenlight, your script doesn't need to be perfect - but it does need to be good enough. What that really means is that it's got to engage and move the reader. In this episode you're going to learn some unexpected expert tips on upleveling the style of your script. You'll learn what it means to think like a director (and why it's often th…

The path to your big dreams is a long one and made of many, many steps. This can feel overwhelming and daunting, sometimes even making us want to give up - but in this episode I offer you an actionable system that simplifies your journey to three simple steps that you take over and over. With these 3 steps, your success is inevitable! To sign up fo…

As we come to the end of the 2022, it's a good time to look back and see what we can learn from this year. In this episode, I get very personal and candid about some of the lessons I've learned. You'll hear about what I've learned from making my big dream come true - but also what I learned about mentorship and trusting yourself. Tune in, have a li…

As we come to the end of this year, you might already be thinking ahead to your big goals for next year. But as you know - many of us set big goals and don't even get close to achieving them. How do we make sure that this time will be different? How do we set ourselves up for a year that changes the story of our lives? Pull up a chair and listen in…

How do you end a movie so that it has viewers raving? How do you end one so that you set up a sequel that will be a masterpiece? And what does this have in common with how you end your year? As we begin the last month of the year, let's take a look at how to end something meaningfully - and set us up for the best sequel ever. To join the Shoot From…

Ever heard the story that you have to write at least 3-5 scripts before you sell one? Who made that rule?! And is it even true?? In this episode, I dive into this myth that you'll hear regurgitated all around the online screenwriting world and share my own personal experience not only selling my first script - but being hired to rewrite a script fo…

Ever feel in a rush to get where you want to go? Feel like if you don't keep hustling, keep moving, keep pushing that you're never going to get there? While it's great to have big dreams and goals, the truth is life is NOW. If we think we can't have fun, be happy or feel abundant and secure until we have success - it's highly likely that we'll neve…

No one thinks they have a negative attitude - yet the truth is many of us are walking around with beliefs that are FAR from positive. The problem is as long as you hold negative beliefs, you're going to be blocking the results you want. If you think selling your script is really hard.... it will be! In this bit size episode, I explore what it means…

Last week I posted on Instagram that the real reason you won't sell your script is that you don't believe in it enough. To say that annoyed some folks would be an understatement! I received a bunch of messages saying, "the problem isn't that I don't believe, the problem is I don't know the right people." Fair enough - but let's dissect that! In tha…

If you're a friend of mine on social media, you'll be aware there are some changes happening in my world (beyond relocating to Spain!). In this episode, I share about the future of Shoot From the Heart and about the birth of Aim from the Heart, as well as a little about what you can expect from each. I'm so excited about this new chapter in my life…

The #1 reason people give for not making their movie is lack of finance. This becomes even more of a block when every day the news is full of talk of global recession, rising costs and hard times. So what can we do about it? In this episode, I share how and why your success is NOT dependent on the global situation and what it actually IS dependent …

Why you want what you want matters. A lot. In this episode I share the power of your why and how to harness it so that it fuels you through the challenges you face. To join my free group for filmmakers and screenwriters, THE SHOOT FROM THE HEART SOCIETY --> https://www.facebook.com/groups/239946376921960…

Many screenwriters have problems committing to a single idea. Either they have 5 ideas for movies and just can't choose, or they choose one, get started...and soon find themselves up in the middle of the night thinking about another idea. A BETTER idea. The problem is: if we don't commit, we won't get to the finish line. In this episode I explore t…