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In this episode, you’ll learn the secret to getting anything you want in life. You’ll also learn how to build unshakable self-confidence, turn rejection into fuel, and push through doubt to create a life you're proud of. Today, legendary film producer Will Packer is here to help you create a blockbuster life. He is one of the most successful producers and filmmakers in the world, with ten #1 box-office hits and over $1 billion in ticket sales. Will pulls back the curtain on how he thinks, how he moves through fear, and what it really takes to make it in any industry, on your own terms. You’ll learn: -How to use rejection as redirection -Why you don’t need all the answers before you start -The #1 mindset shift that helped Will bet on himself -What every dreamer needs to hear about failure, detours, and self-worth -The surprising strategy behind Will’s biggest career leap -How to stop overthinking and start building the life you want This isn’t just a conversation about success. It’s a masterclass in trusting yourself, doing the work, and building a career – and life – you believe in. For more resources, click here for the podcast episode page. If you liked the episode, check out this one next: A Process for Finding Purpose: Do THIS to Build the Life You Want Connect with Mel: Get Mel’s #1 bestselling book, The Let Them Theory Watch the episodes on YouTube Follow Mel on Instagram The Mel Robbins Podcast Instagram Mel's TikTok Sign up for Mel’s personal letter Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes ad-free Disclaimer
Book Mentions
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Books Mentioned

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Will is the instant New York Times bestselling author of Who Better Than You? The Art of Healthy Arrogance and Dreaming Big. Oprah named it one of the best self-help books of 2025.

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Who Better Than You cover

The speaker mentions a huge takeaway from the book, focusing on the notion of energy and keeping it locked on one's vision.

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remarkable book cover

The speaker expresses a desire to dig into more topics from the guest's remarkable book, indicating its significance.

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Think Like a Man
Steve Harvey

Will Packer discusses the movie 'Think Like a Man', which is based on Steve Harvey's book, while reflecting on his collaboration with Kevin Hart.

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If cover
If
Rudyard Kipling

In the book I talk about, Roger Kipling has a poem called If. And one of the lines is, if you can meet with triumph and disaster and treat those two imposters just the same.

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Ride cover

The speaker refers to the movie 'Ride', which they were interning on the set of, while discussing their experiences in the film industry.

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Chocolate City cover

The speaker mentions handing a shrink-wrapped VHS copy of their first movie, 'Chocolate City', to Warrington Hudlin, highlighting the importance of being a doer rather than just a talker.

ASIN: 1469654725
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Toi cover

The podcast mentions a book called 'Toi', described as tasteful erotica.

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