Where Art meets Mindset
In The Heart of Show Business, Alexia shares how to bridge the gap between the What and the How to successfully navigate Hollywood, and turn your passion projects into a viable commodity. How does one truly succeed in Show Business? Is it connections? Expertise? Attitude? Gain clarity in these elements of the Entertainment Industry and leanr how to sell yourelf.
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What has Film School got to do with it? Nothing, when it comes to having a prolific career in Film and Television. It all boils down to a harmonic balance between art and mindset. This book is about bridging the What with How Hollywood truly works. Many business professionals get overwhelmed and confused on technique and access routes to pitch their projects so they are produced and sold. Having been part of the producing and selling process of movies that made over 900 million worldwide, I have a proven framework that will create a clear and easy-to-follow path for your creative endeavors and how to bust those doors open for your creative dream to become a reality.
There are many books out there about screenwriting, directing, producing, acting, but none has been created yet to help you understand the process of the Hollywood machine from inception to completion. Have you always wanted to get your book, script, or project in the hands of decision-makers but confused and unclear on how to use the effective words and right format? Are you scared at the thought of “pitching yourself or your art in the room”? Do you know the "essentials" of the Film and Tv Industry?
I have put together the exact framework to help build confidence in your work and yourself and give you the steps to convert your idea into a rock-solid, easy, and business-focused plan that will have maximum impact. I have sat in rooms where multi-million dollar movies and shows came to life to become Award winners and box office hits. I produced some of them and discovered the visionaries that created those hits. I even interviewed some on my five-star rated podcast THE HEART OF SHOW BUSINESS. If you are ready to transform your show business dream into a profitable mission, this book is for you.
The Heart of Show Business will take you on a journey of mastery in sales, creativity, pitching, business, networking, and the vital information on how to enter the Film and Television world.
We will cover these topics:
- The 3 Keys to gain control over your Hollywood journey
- The difference between selling and influencing
- What is a purpose-driven creative entrepreneur
- The 5 necessary Steps to pitch like a pro
- You have a story, now what happens?
- Nobody says NO for no Reason
- Finding your audience, your business partners, and your Emotional Juice.
- The single mistake all writers make
- The Art of Deep Listening
- Buyers- What do they really want?
- Crossing Boundaries to access the Show Business world
- Getting from Maybe to a Yes
- Pitch Perfect – what does it mean?
- The path of a story from script to script to screen
- Set Life- a typical day of filming
- Enter the Mastermind- The role of the Producer
- The Hollywood decision-makers- where do they hide?
- Secrets of Success from Past Celebrity Podcast Guests
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• The Author is a 25 year veteran of the Film and Television GLOBAL industry with over 25 films produced and distributed around the world.
• The Author is the Host The Heart of Show Business Podcast, which is ranked top 5% in the world by listen notes and is 5 stars rated.
• The Author has been attending Film Festivals and Conventions around the Word, speaking on industrious Panels about all aspects of the Film and Television landscape, attended by thousands, from the art of networking to mastering a pitch, to how to succeed in creative endeavors.
• The Author is an Industry Mentor and Educator for Stage 32, the largest Entertainment\ Industry social platform for networking in the world.
• The Heart of Show Business is packaged in a way that shows the convergence between art and mindset, how Hollywood truly works and allows you to avoid the pitfalls of having learned theory but lacking the knowledge of how to leverage it, with clarity and simplicity and told from the perspective of an insider.
• In traditional bookstores and retail outlets, The Heart of Show Business will have crossover potential on psychology, self-help, Entertainment Industry education, business, and career shelves.
• Hollywood is still seen as the ultimate destination for success in film and television from all over the world. Therefore, the book will have enormous potential for foreign rights sales and within book clubs.
Every aspiring wants to make it in Hollywood and not go broke in the process. This book tells you all that you need to know to enter Show Business with confidence and insider access to the information you need and the skills to master to actually be a working artist and creative entrepreneur. it's never too late or too soon to start and you can do this from anywhere.
Alexia Melocchi is an accomplished entertainment industry professional with a long proven track record of success within both the domestic and international arenas. A vital contributor to the LITTLE STUDIO FILMS brand, Alexia Melocchi ‘s footing in the Entertainment Industry began in the international marketplace in the 1990s, as both a sales agent and buyer’s representative for eleven theatrical distributors. As a consultant, she leverages her relationships and expertise in screenplay development, film and television packaging, and arranging for the US and International Distribution and Marketing of indie films.
A regular participant at most major film and television markets as well as Festivals around the world, Alexia Melocchi is fluent in French, Greek, Italian, and Spanish and is also an Advisory Board Member of the Los Angeles Greek Film Festival and the Italian Television Festival. She is frequently invited as an expert to discuss her expertise in Show Business and the mindset to succeed in it, through webinars, blogs and Entertainment Industry events.
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Great idea! Looking forward to it :)
So Proud of You!!! I can't wait to read it.
Looking forward to reading your book and having a 30 min chat! Exciting times ahead
You are amazing Partner!
Cannot wait to read this.
Love you Filmmaker, Producer, Podcast Star ans now Author ✍️ ⭐️
Hello Alexia,
As a film writer director I know firsthand how knowledgeable and effective you are in making our dreams a reality. Can’t wait to read your book. I’m sure sure I will learn a great deal.
To many more successes!
Dror Soref
Congrats! Can’t wait to read it!
Congratulations.... this will be invaluable to me as you have always had faith in me to pen a book. Blessings dear friend
Sono emozionantissima di leggere il tuo libro e di imparare da una donna esemplare come te! Maura
Keep up the amazing work, Alexia!
With pleasure my dear, looking forward to read your book 😁🙏
With love,
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Congratulations! Good luck with the progress!
Mark
Way to go Alexia! 🥰✨🥰🐨
So happy to support you and your great work with friends. You are "THE HEART OF SHOW BUSINESS".
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Looking forward to reading the book and drawing on your great experience and wisdom!
Wish you much success Alexia. Much Love & Aloha - Mark K
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When you pre-purchase 1 copy of The Heart of Show Business, you will be admitted to The Heart of Show Business Facebook Group. In this group, you and other readers and Entrepreneurs can interact directly with the Author, network with other artists, and participate in her Monthly Live Rapid Fire Tips of the Month teaching to all aspects of the Heart of Show Business.
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When you pre-purchase 5 copies of The Heart of Show Business, you will be invited to the Private Facebook Group and:
1) The author will sign the inside cover of your books prior to shipment.
2) You will have the opportunity to have a 30-minute discovery call (valued at 300 US) with the Author to discuss your idea, project, or ask a career question and get actionable advice.
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When you pre-purchase 15 copies of The Heart of How Business
1)You or your business will be mentioned on the Special Thanks section of the printed and e-version of The Heart of Show Business and in the CLOSING MESSAGE of 1 Episode of THE HEART OF SHOW BUSINESS podcast. This an inexpensive and easy way to bring brand awareness for your business or website to potential customers all across the nation.
2) The author will also sign the inside cover of your books prior to shipment.
3) You will also be entitled to a 50% discount of the Author’s Script of Film Development Consulting Service valued at 699 US which includes 5/6pages of notes and one -60 minute call with the Author to assist in rewrites or further development.
4) The Heart of Show Business Coffee Mug.
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When you pre-purchase 40 copies of The Heart of Show Business
1) You will receive two 1-on-1 Entrepreneurship 90-minute Coaching Session for you, your clients, or your team. (valued at 999) .If you or someone you know has struggled to gain momentum with your Film or Tv idea, or project, here is your offer!
These “Pitch like a Pro” coaching sessions are an incredible value.
2) You or your business will be mentioned on the Special Thanks section of the printed and e-version of The Heart of Show Business. This an inexpensive and easy way to bring brand awareness to your business or Project.
3) The author will also sign the inside cover of your books prior to shipment.
4) You will also be entitled to a 50% discount to The Heart of Show Business 4-week Masterclass (valued at 1180 US) before it will be made available to the public, where the Author and some top Hollywood executives will teach you how to sell yourself, your project, your completed Book or Film.
5) The Heart of Show Business T-Shirt.
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When you pre-purchase 75 copies of The Heart of Show Business
1) The Author will give a 30-minute in-person keynote speech at your Virtual event or Conference free of charge (minus travel and accommodation expenses) and will be available to engage directly with your attendees afterward.
2) You or your business will be mentioned on the Special Thanks page of the printed and e-version of The Heart of Show Business and will have a Presentation Credit in THE HEART OF SHOW BUSINESS podcast This an inexpensive and easy way to bring brand awareness to your business or website to potential customers all across the nation.
3) The author will also sign the inside cover of your books prior to shipment.
4) Participation in the next The Heart of Show Business 4 Week Masterclass before it will be made available to the public, where the Author and some top Hollywood executives will teach you how to sell yourself, your project, your completed Book, or Film.
5) The Heart of Show Business Coffee Mug and T-Shirt
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on June 2, 2021, 12:02 a.m.
This is awesome!
on June 9, 2021, 6:47 p.m.
Thank you Mark! Can't wait to tell some our journey together in it.
on June 9, 2021, 6:57 p.m.
It will be epic. Especially when we green light