Episode 32 - Writer MBA Mastermind & Conference

Episode Summary: Live from New Orleans – Six Figure Author Experiment

In this episode, recorded live at a conference in New Orleans, hosts Monica Leonelle, Lee Savino, and Russell Nohelty reflect on a uniquely energizing experience. Unlike typical conferences that leave attendees drained, this event fostered connection, collaboration, and genuine breakthroughs.

Key Takeaways

1. Surprisingly Energizing Experience

• Despite two full days of activities, the hosts felt energized instead of exhausted.

• This is rare for conferences, especially when you’re also organizing or speaking.

2. Responsibility Was Shared—By Design

• The event was intentionally structured so attendees, not just organizers, contributed to each other’s success.

• This created a more collaborative atmosphere and lightened the burden on the “core team.”

3. Mastermind Format Delivered Results

• The small group and one-on-one conversations during the mastermind led to powerful breakthroughs.

• Attendees had space to talk, listen, and support one another—something often missing from big events.

4. Hybrid Structure = Best of Both Worlds

• The event included both a mastermind and a traditional conference portion.

• The mastermind was experimental but impactful; the conference followed a more familiar format with vendors and speaker tracks.

5. The People Made It Work

• The success was largely due to curating a room full of generous, driven, “cool” people.

• The team trusted that putting the right people together would lead to magic—and it did.

Final Thought

This episode is proof that author events can go beyond panels and presentations. With intentional design and the right community, they can create meaningful momentum and real change in an author’s career.

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