“I’m happy doing all of this stuff, but I think stuff like family, friends and relationships makes you internally happy. There’s a soulful connection” - Leon Mayne

Celebrating the wins, regardless of how big or small they are, become more and more important as you navigate the world around you. And while you are on this journey, it can be easy to muddle your external goals and plans, with what truly makes you happy.

If you take the time to focus on the internal, and understand that there is an unmatched source of value coming from yourself, you can find success like never before.

In this weeks episode, award winning creative producer, Leon Mayne shares his personal thoughts and experiences of working the world of TV, as a Black filmmaker. Without having a so-called “traditional career”, understand how you can be more confident and trusting, that you will get to where you want.

Some topics discussed

  • Not being the stereotypical leader
  • “Falling into” a revolution
  • Reaching more people through “Edutainment”
  • Fighting ignorance
  • Knowing what you want but not knowing how to get there
  • Being appreciative of the smaller wins
  • Is it “bravery” if it should be the norm?
  • Looking at work as “self-development”

About Leon

Leon Mayne is an award-winning screenwriter and producer.

His work has earned him a feature in Powerful Media’s 2015 edition of Britain’s most influential people of African and African Caribbean Heritage, and BBC’s 2017 Talent Hotlist. He is Co-Founder of production group BWNG Ltd, a collective dedicated to showcasing the culturally diverse range of talent and narratives in modern-day Britain. No fewer than 5 of his series and film productions are currently broadcast on TV & SVOD platforms in over 80 countries worldwide – as well as multimillion views on Youtube.

His impressive client list in brand, digital, tv and film include the likes of Netflix, TRACE, Channel 4, BBC, BFI, Untold Studios, Aniboxx and Warner Music.

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