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#8: Izzy Stevens | Walk In Like You Belong | Make the Industry Pay Attention

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Ever wonder how some creatives seem to make massive progress while you're still waiting to feel "ready"? This conversation with Izzy Stevens blows the lid off that myth. As an award-winning director, Netflix trilogy lead, and founder of Indie Spunk, Izzy has mastered the art of taking bold action before confidence arrives.
"Walk in like you belong there," Izzy advises about entering intimidating spaces. She shares how she crashed Sundance Film Festival without an official selection, armed only with a bold pitch that started with "The world operates like a sex cult for women." By confidently presenting her feature film concept, industry professionals assumed she belonged—creating connections that would have been impossible had she waited for an invitation. That's the magic of authentic visibility.
Fear of judgment once paralyzed Izzy, who admits she used to nearly have panic attacks before sending business emails. Now she runs a thriving multi-six figure mentorship business by embracing what she calls the "Freedom Formula"—focusing on five daily priorities instead of endless to-do lists. This approach allowed her to complete multiple drafts of her feature screenplay in under 12 months while still nurturing client relationships and maintaining creative flow.
The most powerful revelation? Confidence isn't a prerequisite for success—it's the byproduct of action. "Just take the steps. Invest in yourself, invest in mentorship, invest in moving forward," Izzy urges. She suggests a practical approach to quieting the inner critic: identify limiting beliefs, thank them for their protective intention, then consciously choose new beliefs that serve your goals better.
Ready to stop overthinking and start creating momentum in your creative career? This episode provides the permission slip you've been waiting for. Your belief system might be lying to you about what's possible, but as Izzy demonstrates, walking through fear is the ultimate shortcut to confidence.

You can follow Izzy Stevens on Instagram: @indiespunk

For more information on Izzy's Freedom Creator Mentorship Program:

https://niki_sterner--indiespunk.thrivecart.com/freedom-creator/

For more information on Izzy's Script to Screen Program:

https://niki_sterner--indiespunk.thrivecart.com/script-to-screen/

For more information on Izzy's Watch Me Make A Movie Program:

Watch Me Make A Movie

New episodes every week — packed with honest conversations, mindset tools, and real-life shortcuts to help you silence your inner critic, build true confidence, and take bold action.

📌 Subscribe + share if you're ready to stop overthinking and finally move forward.

💛 For freebies and updates, Join The Confidence Shortcut Community

Grab your free Confidence Kickstart Guide.

🧠 Click to learn more about the Dynamic Neural Retraining System (DNRS) and how it helps rewire your brain for healing.

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Chapters

1. Meeting Powerhouse Izzy Stevens (00:00:00)

2. Juggling Creative Projects and Energy Management (00:04:05)

3. The Freedom Formula: Five Daily Priorities (00:08:30)

4. Taking Sundance by Storm Without an Invitation (00:17:20)

5. Creating a Community Film Event From Resources (00:33:55)

6. Transforming Visibility Fears Into Confidence (00:45:10)

10 episodes

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Content provided by Niki Sterner. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Niki Sterner or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

Ever wonder how some creatives seem to make massive progress while you're still waiting to feel "ready"? This conversation with Izzy Stevens blows the lid off that myth. As an award-winning director, Netflix trilogy lead, and founder of Indie Spunk, Izzy has mastered the art of taking bold action before confidence arrives.
"Walk in like you belong there," Izzy advises about entering intimidating spaces. She shares how she crashed Sundance Film Festival without an official selection, armed only with a bold pitch that started with "The world operates like a sex cult for women." By confidently presenting her feature film concept, industry professionals assumed she belonged—creating connections that would have been impossible had she waited for an invitation. That's the magic of authentic visibility.
Fear of judgment once paralyzed Izzy, who admits she used to nearly have panic attacks before sending business emails. Now she runs a thriving multi-six figure mentorship business by embracing what she calls the "Freedom Formula"—focusing on five daily priorities instead of endless to-do lists. This approach allowed her to complete multiple drafts of her feature screenplay in under 12 months while still nurturing client relationships and maintaining creative flow.
The most powerful revelation? Confidence isn't a prerequisite for success—it's the byproduct of action. "Just take the steps. Invest in yourself, invest in mentorship, invest in moving forward," Izzy urges. She suggests a practical approach to quieting the inner critic: identify limiting beliefs, thank them for their protective intention, then consciously choose new beliefs that serve your goals better.
Ready to stop overthinking and start creating momentum in your creative career? This episode provides the permission slip you've been waiting for. Your belief system might be lying to you about what's possible, but as Izzy demonstrates, walking through fear is the ultimate shortcut to confidence.

You can follow Izzy Stevens on Instagram: @indiespunk

For more information on Izzy's Freedom Creator Mentorship Program:

https://niki_sterner--indiespunk.thrivecart.com/freedom-creator/

For more information on Izzy's Script to Screen Program:

https://niki_sterner--indiespunk.thrivecart.com/script-to-screen/

For more information on Izzy's Watch Me Make A Movie Program:

Watch Me Make A Movie

New episodes every week — packed with honest conversations, mindset tools, and real-life shortcuts to help you silence your inner critic, build true confidence, and take bold action.

📌 Subscribe + share if you're ready to stop overthinking and finally move forward.

💛 For freebies and updates, Join The Confidence Shortcut Community

Grab your free Confidence Kickstart Guide.

🧠 Click to learn more about the Dynamic Neural Retraining System (DNRS) and how it helps rewire your brain for healing.

  continue reading

Chapters

1. Meeting Powerhouse Izzy Stevens (00:00:00)

2. Juggling Creative Projects and Energy Management (00:04:05)

3. The Freedom Formula: Five Daily Priorities (00:08:30)

4. Taking Sundance by Storm Without an Invitation (00:17:20)

5. Creating a Community Film Event From Resources (00:33:55)

6. Transforming Visibility Fears Into Confidence (00:45:10)

10 episodes

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