Meet Kyle Weingart

We caught up with the brilliant and insightful Kyle Weingart a few weeks ago and have shared our conversation below.

Hi Kyle, thanks for sharing your insights with our community today. Part of your success, no doubt, is due to your work ethic and so we’d love if you could open up about where you got your work ethic from?

Talking positively about yourself can be cringe-worthy, which is why I have always struggled with Job interviews. Going on and on about the person you want to be rather than the person you are is all we see on social media these days anyway. So, why would I want to verbalize it all to some stranger? Having said all that, there is one quality I have no problem saying to anyone I meet with full confidence. I have a good work ethic.

My Dad had a saying. “Never half-ass anything” Or some version of that depending on what caliber of work I did. Whether it is picking up the trash that the dog got into, or digging out our patio(by hand). You do the work and find happiness in looking at your creation(even if your creation is a clean trash area. That work ethic has translated into a life ethic, of putting 100% of yourself into everything you do. For better or worse. Life won’t always lean in your favor, and when it doesn’t you can put 100% of yourself into rising back up.

More than likely my Dad was just trying to keep the world spinning, and not thinking about giving me life lessons. But you can’t keep a theme or lesson from a storyteller, and my work ethic is the one major thing I got from him. What did he get from me? A very nice patio, and a fresh coat of paint (or 4) on the house.

Great, so let’s take a few minutes and cover your story. What should folks know about you and what you do?

I have been working since 2016 in the film industry. I have worn many hats, but recently I dove headfirst into the world of producing and directing. I just completed my 2nd feature film “Cuisine de la ‘Pocalypse” starring Kevin Sorbo, Natasha Leggero, and Emilio Rivera. It’s a post-apocalyptic comedy about not letting the end of the world get in the way of you following your dreams, even if your dream is creating a fine dining cooking show.

The whole film was also made as an ode to ’90s blockbusters so buckle up, and grab yourself a TAB. Cuisine de la ‘Pocalypse is in select theaters FEB 7th.

The film was a blast to make, and I can’t wait for people to see this quest of epic portions!

Looking back, what do you think were the three qualities, skills, or areas of knowledge that were most impactful in your journey? What advice do you have for folks who are early in their journey in terms of how they can best develop or improve on these?

1. It is very important to get ready to hear the word “no”. Before I was in the film industry, I spent many years in sales. I was lucky enough to hear “no” in my first career enough that I was numb to it by the time I was in my 30s. I was told “no” time after time pitching my stories, sometimes a little deflated, but never defeated. You only need to hear “yes” once to get your story made.

2. I also think that it’s crucial to treat others with respect and kindness. It sounds very obvious, but it would surprise you how many people think the way to climb the corporate ladder is to step on the ones below you. If you work hard, are kind, and consistent, your actions will speak to the ones that will lift you up. And that’s how you find your people.

3. If you say you are going to do something, then do it.

Who has been most helpful in helping you overcome challenges or build and develop the essential skills, qualities or knowledge you needed to be successful?

The person who has been most helpful to me is the same woman I have been crushing on for the last 15 years. My wife, Zuzu Weingart. Without her, I never would have thought making movies was an option. Without her, I wouldn’t have submitted for a film grant securing our first 50k in funding. Also, without her, I wouldn’t have my three beautiful kids, who give me so much hope and determination to be successful.

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