My name is Austin, though some know me as Ocho and I create gaming content. Grindstone has been instrumental for me to set and achieve goals for myself, keep my focus on the future and most importantly, get access to information I otherwise wouldn't have. I highly recommend Grindstone as a place for people to connect with other creators who are just looking to learn. You may not be creating in the same niche or even the same medium but we all have similar goals. That community insight is invaluable.

My name is Anastasia and I am an adult fiction author. Since joining Grindstone, I’ve developed systems in my day-to-day life that making writing and editing easier and more productive. Grindstone keeps me accountable and has helped me hit my goals much faster than when I was working on my own. I would recommend Grindstone to anyone working in a creative field or building their own career.

Who am I and what do I create? I'm a music producer with a passion for crafting beats and melodies that resonate with people's souls. Music isn't just a hobby for me; it's my calling, my way of expressing emotions and telling stories without words. How has Grindstone helped me? Grindstone has been a game-changer for me on my journey as a music producer looking to turn my passion into a thriving business. The community's wealth of resources, from expert advice to practical tools, has been invaluable in helping me stay consistent, refine my skills, and navigate the often complex world of music entrepreneurship. Whether I'm seeking feedback on a new Instagram reel, brainstorming marketing strategies, or just looking for motivation to keep pushing forward, Grindstone is always there to provide support and guidance. Why would I recommend Grindstone to someone else? I would wholeheartedly recommend Grindstone to anyone looking to turn their passion into a successful business endeavor. Whether you're a budding musician like me or pursuing any other creative venture, Grindstone offers a welcoming and supportive environment where you can connect with like-minded individuals, gain valuable insights from industry experts, and access a treasure trove of resources to help you grow and succeed. It's more than just a community; it's a catalyst for turning dreams into reality.

From day one, being a part of the Grindstone community has been an incredibly rewarding experience. Every week, I participate in the Work With Me calls, which have not only provided a consistent space for productivity but also fostered a sense of accountability. The sense of community and support has been really relevant for me. So much has been done during this calls so I am grateful for Grindstone and the Work With Me calendar! It's great to know I have a community that is with me every step of the way.

A few weeks back, I had a coaching session with Dillan and was very impressed with how attentive he was to me and my specific needs and questions. I would highly recommend his services to anybody who is seeking some guidance with their channel or other social media!

Just had a great session with @dillanroytaylor that helped me zoom out and verbalise what i want to do in the next 3 months and how i can really get there. As a creator, it's difficult to make plans while you're trying to move fast. But having someone like Dillan on your back… x.com/i/web/status/1812925139404923046

Q. What do you create? A. I help Info-business owners scale revenue with the help of landing pages & CRO. I create content around the same and a bit of my personal lessons learned. Q. What challenge did you have before your first session / how did coaching help? A. My challenge was around being able to reach more to ICPs. The coaching session helped me understand my impression as a creator. Besides that, I gained insight on the consumer mindset and what type of content I need to be creating more. Q. Why would you recommend Grindstone to someone else? A. Absolutely, yes. Dillan is a great coach. He knows what questions to ask and lets you navigate answers first. Once that is done, he then helps you with actionable steps that you can take right away. To gain maximum benefit from the session, I'd suggest doing a self-analysis beforehand and coming up with precise pain points.

I'm the creator of Beginner Maps - an email course and podcast for community creators. As a creator, it's difficult to make plans while you're trying to move fast. This session helped me verbalise what my 3-month goal was and what should i be doing to make not reaching it impossible. Having someone like Dillan on your back can be as impactful as going to a gym with a personal trainer! 🔥

After my coaching session with Dillan I felt a sense of clarity. I’m a high stress individual and he was able to simplify my goals and create a plan that didn’t feel overwhelming. His follow up and rapport add to the value of his services. I will be using him again!

Dillan is a person who genuinely wants to help. In a business world full of people in it for the money, Dillan stands out because his motivation comes from the heart.

Coaching with Dillan has been great! He is a fantastic listener and has the ability to help you turn ramblings into constructive thought processes. Coaching sessions are a wonderful opportunity to vocalize your goals and set a realistic and productive path to achieving them. I highly suggest trying it out!

Dillan Taylor is an excellent coach. He aspires to excellence in all that he does and I always feel inspired and motivated after speaking with him. He genuinely cares for people and I highly recommend him.

Dillan is an amazing coach. He perfectly balances professionalism and friendliness to create a safe and productive environment. Working with him for a few months, I was able to better solidify my personal values and develop healthy lifestyle habits that have improved my quality of life drastically. Initially I didn’t think I had any need for coaching but after just a couple of sessions it was easy to see the value he provides. I’d highly recommend him to anyone!

Dillan is an amazing coach! He listens deeply and reflects back what I’ve said which helps me gain new perspective and understanding of myself. He’s helped me take massive action while bringing much needed clarity to my goals. Highly recommend!

Dillan is an excellent coach. He consistently helps me clarify my goals, identify actionable next steps to take, and understand myself better. I highly recommend him to anyone wanting to get better faster.

Dillan is one of the best coaches I've met!! He is so productive and on point. Cares deeply about your success and will go above and beyond for the one who are ready for their best life!!! I can't say enough good words about him!! You would be beyond lucky to happen to snag an experience with him!! Don't miss out!

I can’t say enough great things about Dillan. What sticks out the most, his ability to hold space and allow others to safely explore challenging internal reflections. His authenticity and sincerity as a person shines through, and to experience that honest desire to be of service and be helpful is incredibly valuable in a coaching experience. I highly recommend his services to anyone who is looking to grow as a person and tap into their individual genius and creativity.

Dillan has exceeded my expectations as a life coach, to say the least. I was expecting a bi-weekly checkup to refocus on my goals. I’ve gotten much more than that! Dillan has challenged the way that I think about success, helped me understand how to form habits, and brought new perspective to the table on numerous subjects. I’ve been doing bi-weekly zoom sessions for a few months now, and I’ve had a noticeable change in behavior. My goals seem much closer and more achievable. I have nothing but gratitude for this man!

Dillan is a fantastic coach and someone I would highly recommend to others. His grasp on emotional intelligence helps create a safe space where I was able to open up and be vulnerable. His thoughtfulness and clarity in his questions creates not only a better understanding for himself but it forces you to think about your answers in a deeper manner that helps create clarity for yourself. Even if you don’t think you that you need coaching, I would encourage others to try a few sessions with Dillan.

Speaking with Dillan is like speaking to a very wise mirror. He listens very closely to your words and reflects them back to you, so you can hear clearly what your own thoughts. He doesn't miss a word of what you are saying. Dillan is able to suss out where you are stuck and to get you moving again. And you will definitely have some laughs along the journey.

Dillan is such a knowledgeable coach who embraces you, punctual dedicated and professional, he loves what he's doing, I strongly recommend him!!!

Dillan was so helpful in my sessions and got me to ask questions I would’ve never asked myself. These questions led to thoughts that I’ve really enjoyed exploring. He will make the most of your time and focus only on you! Thanks again Dill!!❤️

Dillan is very easy to talk to and really helps to put things in perspective. I appreciate the way he listens to what I have to say and uses that information to help steer me towards my goals, so that I can make the right decision for myself. At no point is he telling you what to do; he is guiding you.

Dillan's coaching sessions have forced me to confront both the real and the imagined obstacles that have prevented me from taking action in my life. To anyone who wants to make progress on their goals, big or small, and overcome the fears and insecurities that keep you from addressing them, I recommend sitting down for a session with Dillan. After a few weeks, you'll undoubtedly see and feel progress!

Dillan is an extremely thoughtful and insightful coach. His thought-provoking questions provide focus and lead to further self-examination. Highly recommended.

Through his natural sense of humor and absolute professionalism Dillan has an uncanny ability to hold a deep space. To comfort and guide me to where my intuition is leading in the moment. On top of that, his own insights about his way of operating and his systems for running his business have helped my tremendously in running my own business. Would highly reccommend for any entreprenuer or small business owner. A regular call with Dillan is time well spent.

Dillan was thoughtful and patient with me during our sessions and I was thoroughly happy with my results. Would absolutely recommend to a friend

Six months ago I probably would have laughed at the idea of needing a coach, but after convincing myself to give it a shot I have zero regrets. Dillan has been a fantastic facilitator of thought provoking conversations that challenge me to strengthen healthy habits, excel at my career, explore new hobbies, and build deeper relationships in ways I never thought possible. Would highly recommend to anyone looking to take their life to the next level!

As a person who reads personal development books and has run my own business for years, I wasn’t quite sure why I’d need a coach. But since starting, I’ve implemented more positive changes than I’ve ever done after just reading a book. Sounds cheesy, but our meetings inspired me to wake up earlier, schedule my weeks, and take action on goals I’ve been procrastinating. When I tell friends about it, I say that it’s a way to reflect on your goals and discuss with someone who is actively listening and asking follow up questions. This sounds simple, but it’s ridiculously helpful.

You can tell that Dillan was meant to be a coach. It’s his calling and his passion, which is evident by his presence as a coach as well as his relentless pursuit of self-improvement. My sessions with Dillan have always been efficient, effective, fun, and deeply meaningful. He’s unmatched in his dedication to serving his clients at the highest level while also keeping things light and bringing his trademark sense of humor into play when necessary. If you’re serious about investing in yourself and taking any aspect of your life to the next level, Dillan is the guy to help you get there.

Dillan was made to be in this line of work. He is attentive and professional but also makes you feel seen and supported in every call you have with him. If you're considering working with Dillan know that he will lift you up and help guide you to wherever you want to go with his exceptional coaching and one or two dad jokes.

In just the Few conversations we've had I've seen habits that hold me back and have started to address them

I would highly recommend Dillan's coaching. He is a phenomenal listener and has an amazing ability to put things into perspective in a way that you may not have been quite able to do yourself. Anybody that is looking to gain a more clear perspective on the path forward would greatly benefit from a session with Dillan.

I highly recommend the life coaching services provided by Dillan. With his guidance, I was able to clarify my goals, develop a logical mindset, and create actionable steps towards achieving them. The value gained from his services far exceeds the cost, and I encourage everyone to give it a try.

My coaching session with Dillan was truly eye-opening for my business. Dillan's assessment of my current strategies shed light on what was hindering my progress and what was already working in my favor. The clarity I gained from the session made the implementation of everything I learned and the next steps I could take clear and easy to start, and I've consistently remained committed to these actions since our session. Thanks to Dillan, I understand that I can make significant progress right where I am, with the resources I currently have. His coaching has been an extremely valuable catalyst for positive change in my business, and I am genuinely grateful.

Before working with Dillan, I felt a bit lost. I have a creator business and It’s the kind of life you make up as you go with no roadmap, and it was hard for me to stick to the course and trust my process. I was hesitant to work with Dillan because I thought coaching was something different than what I found it to be once I started. In my head I thought “who is this guy to give me advice?” Not in a demeaning way, I just felt like no coach will understand my life like I do. But once I started working with Dillan I noticed gradual changes. I felt ambitious, less mental fog, and more output what I want to create. The calls themselves felt so fun because it’s quite literally exploring your mind in ways you probably never have. I’ve noticed it’s a lot less about Dillan telling me what to do and more of asking the right questions to reach my own insight. Then we take notes and connect the dots as the calls go on. Insight is guaranteed with Dillan, it’s really just a long game of self exploration. Now, I have new ideas out of my head and into the world. Specifically a series I wanted to start on my social media. My confidence with the series was so low but conviction so high. It lingered on my mind until Dillan helped me reframe my mind into creation mode. Now it has been well received by millions of people :) Dillan was a big piece in this process.

Dillan’s coaching style is effective and helped me set and refocus on my goals. He created a constructive space within our sessions to speak candidly while also allowing time for personal reflection. I would highly recommend booking a session with Dillan to assess your coaching needs!

Simply remarkable. Midway through an important session Dillan brought something back up that he wasn't sure was important but felt like it had some energy around it. It ended up being absolutely essential to my forward movement. An amazing coach with finely attuned intuition and a wonderful, friendly manner. Would recommend to anyone!

To be completely honest, I have never been someone who would have considered getting an “insight coach” or “life coach” or whatever you want to call it. I’ve always felt that I was in control of my own future. But I had dreams and aspirations that I still wanted to achieve. I was making slow and steady moves toward my goals, but I felt there was something still holding me back. Likely my own self. I want to make this clear - I would not be where I am today if it weren’t for Dillan's help, and we are still just getting started. To sum up our time together, I would describe it as “transformative.” Dillan is hands down the best listener you will ever encounter. He has a calming and comedic presence that allows you to let your guard down and fully express yourself and your feelings. He asks all the right questions that allow you to clearly examine the texture of your own thoughts. During our sessions, I had been going through some problems that seemed quite nuanced to me. He allowed me to clearly talk through them and gave me actionable advice to work toward a solution. He said something that deeply resonated with me. He probably stole it from Hormozi…but it went something like this - “The things that hold us back most in life are unmade decisions and unhad conversations.” So inevitably we outlined some of those decisions and conversations that were certainly holding me back. It was not easy to confront these things, so be prepared to put in some legwork of your own. What I enjoyed most from my sessions with Dillan was his ability to repeat my own words back to me. The way that impacted me caught me off guard. It was interesting to hear what I had just expressed repeated back to me and fully understand the validity of my own words. Like wow, I said that, that’s really how I feel. It was a powerful realization. If you are interested in pursuing a dream or a goal you’ve always wanted, or even if you’re just feeling a little lost, I urge you to reach out to Dillan. I have no doubt he will be able to help you like he helped me.

Dillan is highly perceptive, very thoughtful about the topics, and keeps a very pleasant conversational style. I highly recommend him to anyone in need of his type of expertise.

Dillan is awesome! I recently worked with him to gain clarity and direction for my business, and I can't recommend his services highly enough. Dillan has a knack for cutting through the clutter and pinpointing exactly what needs to be done. He allowed me to gain a clear vision of my whys, whats, and hows and he keeps me accountable for the steps I need to take to achieve my goals. I now have a clear plan of action, and renewed confidence in myself! Thank you, Dillan!

Dillan's coaching is the tool you're missing to be a better version of yourself. He is thorough, provides insightful guidance and gives his unwavering support. He will unlock your hidden potential. If anyone is seeking personal growth and positive change in their lives, he is your guy.

At first, I wasn't sure what a young man in his late 20s could teach me, a 50-something year old woman trying to find her footing after decades of putting everyone else's needs ahead of her own, in particular those of my son on the autism spectrum. Dillan was just the man for the job! He couldn't take away the obstacles, but he did help me prioritize what I wanted. I also discovered the magic of accountability. When we first started discussing the book I wanted to write, he asked "how long would you need to create an outline?" I think I said about a month. He said, "how about 2 weeks?" When I got off our call, I sat at my desk and created the outline that had been floating around my head for a long time-- that day. That outline turned into chapters and I'm now working with an editor. Dillan brings incredible clarity to the creative process. He made me see what is possible if I put myself in the right mindset and stopped waiting for the "perfect time." Dillan's coaching really jump started my writing, and I am eternally grateful for his insight and encouragement.

Dillan is a talented coach, and has helped me significantly with my recent professional transition. Even when I go into a session without knowing what it is I want to get out of it, I always end up leaving with exciting insights and a clear plan for how to keep moving upwards with my personal and professional development. Highly recommended!

It was fun and energizing to talk with Dillan about my computer science educational content, and refine my understanding of who I'm doing this for and how I can help them. Thanks Dillan!

I’m a writer and I was new at it around the time I joined Grindstone so there was plenty that I didn’t know. Grindstone coaching helped my writing considerably by providing actionable feedback on how to make my writing more valuable to my reader as well as instilling in me the confidence that I get better with each article that I write. I’d recommend grindstone to a newbie creator who really wants to get into this space because with grindstone coaching, you’ll get a lot better a lot faster

Loved meeting with Dillan! He knows how to ask questions and exactly pinpoint the major sticking points. Thank you Dillan!

Dillan is an amazing person in general, but was also super helpful in terms of helping me sort out my chaotic mind and goals. I tend to want to do a lot, and have trouble figuring out what is worth prioritizing and what is not a good use of my time, so Dillan offered me some very useful feedback on that end of things. HIGHLY recommend working with him if you want to get more efficient and productive. Thanks Dillan!

I didn’t know what type of content I should’ve posted on my different platforms and accounts. I didn’t think there was a way to combine all of my ideas into one, and felt overwhelmed about needing to post on all platforms and all accounts very frequently. Now i have so much more clarity with my content journey, I feel free and at peace with where I’m going and so excited to carry this momentum with me moving forward. I would tell anyone who is unsure about grindstone to give it a shot because it is game changing. It is liberating and powerful. Colby gives his absolute best to ensure that you experience breakthroughs and get unstuck. Such a blessing to be a part of this!

My main pain points were defining a long-term vision, clear and original branding/framing, and how to apply fundamental content creator business best practices. My main doubts before joining were that the GS community didn't have creators at my level or in the same industry and that I didn't need a coach to hold me accountable. I said yes anyway because I still needed help and guidance despite those doubts, and I felt that Grindstone's track record outweighed my assumptions. After being a part of GS, I'm now able to consistently take action on content and business decisions with confidence. I have a clear vision and system that allows me to make regular progress toward my big-picture goals and I get to have regular calls with people who are genuinely stoked about the work I'm putting in and the progress I'm making. There's no way I'd be where I am in my content creator journey without GS. Joining this community has been the most important decision I've made in my pursuit to be a full time creator.

The biggest pain I had content wise before joining grindstone was my storytelling ability and the overall packaging of my videos. The main goal for me has always been to make the best videos I can and positively impact other people’s lives. I’ve been able to improve both of these tremendously and there’s a clear growth through the view count but also the way I’m able to communicate how I’m making these videos now. The biggest fear about grindstone before signing up was definitely the payment. I finally said yes because I’ve been in the YouTube game for almost 6 years, at the point of joining grindstone, and I thought it was finally time to bet on myself a little. I think eventually I would’ve been able to do what I’m doing now with my content but the whole point of working with other people and talking your way through content creation is to speed up that journey. It just helps you improve so much faster and honestly you’re more invested in it when you’re having people excited to talk with you about it as well. I really do believe the grindstone community has helped me tremendously in the last 6 months. If you’re unsure about joining just take a look at the growth some of these creators have had (including myself). There’s a clear difference in the storytelling and the thumbnails since I joined. The views show that clearly.

Dillon reached out to me over Twitter and slowly but surely helped me regain the focus I lost in the great deluge of life events this year. I'm not here to tell a sob story, but to highlight how despite an ongoing sob story, Dillon helped me find focus and simplicity in a lot of confusion and mess. I never answer random message requests, let alone take blue checks seriously. I come from a sales background, I know most of the hooks and I know all the sinkers. Guard was up immediately. After some back-n-forth, I realized this was a real human with a real goal and curiosity in what I do - letting the work speak for itself. After a no commitment intro and a generously gifted session, I can confidently say I'm back on track for doing what I love and finding meaning and confidence in my passion. If you're reading this looking for a sliver of confirmation to a pre-concocted conclusion - all I can say is it's worth a shot, as long as you believe you're worth a shot.

Before our session I was struggling to keep up consistency in my specific niche, and I wasn't sure how to bring my live content closer to my long form videos. I didn't have many doubts about Grindstone since I had the pleasure of speaking with Dillan before, but I was still blown away with his ability to guide me through ideas while hearing out my concerns! I would say if you're considering working with Grindstone and you're able to, give it a try! It may be pivotal for you and your content journey.

Dillan from Grindstone helped me identify the major issues in my business by asking key questions that directed my attention there. It was important that I saw what was wrong - and he helped me create an actionable plan to address the issues that have been hurting my business for years now. I can't wait to go implement... thanks Dillan!

What pain did you have content-wise prior to joining Grindstone? consistency What were your doubts & fears about Grindstone? What made you say yes anyway? I've seen many programs similar that didnt catch my interest but a friend vouched. What are you able to do now that you couldn’t before? I think I got a better grasp of the direction I should be going with content. What would you tell someone who is unsure about Grindstone? Def give it a try before you doubt it

Before joining Grindstone, I had seen so many tips for improving my content but didn't know how the best way to start applying them to my own. I felt like I didn't have enough time or energy to focus on my content while also working full-time and taking care of my family. I was a little nervous about committing to anything but from past experience, I knew that I worked well with someone coaching me in areas I wanted to improve so I went for it. The coaching sessions really helped me approach my content with different perspectives that were much more productive. It also helped with breaking down goals and workflows so that they were easier to achieve while building a system that I understand how to continue improving even with my busy schedule. I've seen an increase in viewership and engagement across all of my platforms since joining Grindstone. I recommend it for any creator who is looking for a system that will help guide them in growing.

My coaching sessions were transformative. After just one session, I created a set schedule for my podcast and felt 10x clearer and more confident about the direction our show is heading. I also became more aligned with my cohost. We put together a schedule that allowed us to spend less time on the podcast while still maintaining the great quality. Coaching is wonderful because I find I go in with one problem, and through the session realize there's something else blocking me. I recommend to anyone looking to level up as a creator and as an individual. I find myself recommending Grindstone to my creator friends and they keep telling me how impactful their sessions were.

I have been a music producer, musician and beat-maker for over 10 years. I’ve had placements, features and interviews materialize during that time, that have created a following as a producer. I’ve always struggled to post regularly on social media and had issues marketing releases or properly conveying my image to a larger fanbase. Grindstone coaching and their scientific approach to consistent posting, studying analytics and KPI’s has really helped me grow as a content creator. In talking to Dillan and Colby, I always feel like I leave the call having learned something to build on for the next benchmark or goal. Their program has really helped me thus far and I’m super excited to see where it takes me in the future.

I make YouTube videos about music software development. My big challenge was in developing a strategy whereby I could attract new people to the channel while making that content I found interesting and useful. I felt that Dillan understood where I was at in my journey and was immediately able to guide me through exercises that gave me further clarity in terms of what my goals actually are, and how go move towards them. Generally, I felt like I learned a lot that I could use in a very short amount of time. So I absolutely would recommend to anybody who is wondering what to do next about developing their content.

Hi, I'm Gemma! I run a YouTube channel focused on creative simulation games. Grindstone completely transformed my creative journey. Not only did the 1-on-1 coaching sessions inspire me, but the genuine care from Dillan and Colby, the founders, truly made a difference. They've fostered a welcoming and inclusive community where everyone feels supported. If you're a creative looking to grow and connect with a supportive community, Grindstone is 100% worth it!

When I first started streaming on Twitch, I took off like a rocket and hit Affiliate after 6 weeks of streaming. I (relatively) exploded quickly, but just as quickly my growth stalled and my stats started declining. I struggle for months to try to turn things around but nothing seemed to work. I was frustrated, alone, and on the cusp of giving up. When Dillan first contacted me, I was a first skeptical, but he saw in me something I was struggling to see in myself at the time. His confidence in his ability to help me become a full-time creator convinced me to take the leap to work with Grindstone. In less than 2 months since I started working with them, they have not only helped me turn things around into the best growth months I've had since my first initial growth explosion, but I've also 1) hit the top 3% of creators on Twitch, 2) had my personal best single stream stats of all time, 3) started receiving my first requests from companies asking me to review their products, 4) got accepted into one of Twitch's official Creator Clubs, 5) sold my first products on my newly launched merch store, and 6) have started getting noticed, recognized, and invited by other (larger) streamers to collab with them. While I still have a long journey ahead of me into becoming a full-time content creator, I'd hands down recommend Grindstone to anyone needing that extra bit of help, guidance, and support in their content creation journey.

I felt stagnant with content and unsure of how to branch out. I had quite a few doubts about Grindstone as they weren't the first program to reach out offering coaching and direction with content. There were a few different reasons I decided to take the leap with them. First was the personability they approached with, being genuine and showing they weren't treating their clients as just a number. Also their principles about what type of clients they would accept vs which they wouldn't aligned a lot with my beliefs. Finally, their willingness to offer differing payment structures that made it easier for someone like myself struggling financially to be able to attend the program. After a few weeks with their help and direction, I have an arsenal of new skills to combat stagnancy and structure my content that I didn't before. If anyone is unsure if Grindstone is for them, I can say without a doubt, just go for it. They will help in more ways than you could imagine. I'm grateful for the knowledge and new tools I wouldn't have had without them.

Dillan is a diligent, hard working pro and turned me from an amateur to a knowledgeable YouTuber/podcaster very quickly. He and his excellent counterpart Coach Colby helped me focus my attention and time where the biggest payoff would be, and helped motivate me. Colby helped me identify a number of strategies that differentiated my content from others who have overlapping audiences. This focus has improved my content and refined my marketing. I have also received lots of excellent advice and guidance from the Grindstone community which is an excellent resource. I could not recommend their services more.

When I initially joined Grindstone, my YT channel was around 100 Subs. I had been working on it for about a year. My biggest concern was how to get more traction on my videos. Now a few years down the road, I'm at nearly 5500 Subs, I'm monetized, I've had videos pull in ~60k views, and have had a total of ~900k views on my content. And that's just the YT stats. I've grown tremendously as a person over this time. The way I break down tasks, the way I look at problems, how I handle stressful situations -- all of that has improved for me. One of my biggest questions before joining Grindstone was "do I need this?" We all get pretty busy on our grinds and have to be protective of our time (and money). "If I just keep doing what I'm doing, won't I succeed?" Maybe. I'm a pretty tenacious guy, so I like to think so. But, you know what they say about doing the same thing over and over while expecting different results. Grindstone has been a great place to get other opinions; an outside perspective. Being in a community of like minded folks who want you to succeed is a great asset. Having a personalized coach who can challenge your perspectives and assumptions is a great asset. Plus, the content grind is often a lonely process. It's very easy to hole up in your editing den and never talk to another human being. That makes the day to day very very tough to stick with. Having resources just for support can be tremendously helpful in maintaining motivation, especially in those tougher times when nothing your doing seems to be yielding the results you expect. Would I recommend Grindstone? If you're serious about growing your content, then heck ya. :)

Before Grindstone, I struggled to keep track of tasks and manage my time efficiently. I had just gotten back into posting my own content after doing UGC ads exclusively for almost 2 years. Financially, I was doing okay. But when Dillan told me Grindstone's mission was to help creators monetize better, I was intrigued. My biggest fear was not knowing if the investment was worth it. Most things seem like a big "what if". And with a family to take care of, forking up that much cash felt really risky. But over the last couple of years, I've learned that in most situations there's a saying that is almost always applicable. "You get what you put into it." Since joining, I'm capable of doing far more than I could prior. You see, while courses and coaching may seem like a scam at times, if you look deeper into it, you're often paying not just for knowledge, but TIME. Everything resource in Grindstone, anyone could find and build on their own. But do you have the TIME to build custom budgeting sheets to keep track of your finances? Do you have TIME to do endless amounts of research to understand your niche better, find monetization paths you had never thought of before, and build a community that will give you solid feedback on your work? Do you have TIME to individually research and learn how to use tools to do things like obtain brand contact information, organize your content, and create progress tracking sheets? Dillan and Colby are two amazing men. They are driven and comitted to helping creators not just for monetary gain, but because they enjoy seeing driven people win. There are SO many resources that they provide. If I were to build from scratch every thing they have given me and CONTINUE to give me throughout this program, it would take me 6+ months to get it all figured out. But I didn't have 6 months. I'm 28, I have a wife, a son, and a mortgage. I needed to take the risk to kickstart my journey to get back on the right track. And I don't regret it! If you're on the fence about Grindstone, just keep these 2 things in mind. 1.) "You get what you put into it." If you take it serious and treat it like a job, you will learn and grow. 2.) Say you take it serious and do all that's asked of you, and by the end of the 6 months you don't make back what you spent. You get a refund right? So it may take some time, but you have NOTHING to lose and EVERYTHING to gain.

My name is Austin, though some know me as Ocho and I create gaming content. Grindstone has been instrumental for me to set and achieve goals for myself, keep my focus on the future and most importantly, get access to information I otherwise wouldn't have. I highly recommend Grindstone as a place for people to connect with other creators who are just looking to learn. You may not be creating in the same niche or even the same medium but we all have similar goals. That community insight is invaluable.

My name is Anastasia and I am an adult fiction author. Since joining Grindstone, I’ve developed systems in my day-to-day life that making writing and editing easier and more productive. Grindstone keeps me accountable and has helped me hit my goals much faster than when I was working on my own. I would recommend Grindstone to anyone working in a creative field or building their own career.

Who am I and what do I create? I'm a music producer with a passion for crafting beats and melodies that resonate with people's souls. Music isn't just a hobby for me; it's my calling, my way of expressing emotions and telling stories without words. How has Grindstone helped me? Grindstone has been a game-changer for me on my journey as a music producer looking to turn my passion into a thriving business. The community's wealth of resources, from expert advice to practical tools, has been invaluable in helping me stay consistent, refine my skills, and navigate the often complex world of music entrepreneurship. Whether I'm seeking feedback on a new Instagram reel, brainstorming marketing strategies, or just looking for motivation to keep pushing forward, Grindstone is always there to provide support and guidance. Why would I recommend Grindstone to someone else? I would wholeheartedly recommend Grindstone to anyone looking to turn their passion into a successful business endeavor. Whether you're a budding musician like me or pursuing any other creative venture, Grindstone offers a welcoming and supportive environment where you can connect with like-minded individuals, gain valuable insights from industry experts, and access a treasure trove of resources to help you grow and succeed. It's more than just a community; it's a catalyst for turning dreams into reality.