MENTORSHIPS
One-on-One Mentorship
2020 gave me the opportunity to start something I'd been considering for a while—sharing some of the tools I use to navigate through life—especially a meaningful, creative life. They’re the tools I’ve found or developed to stay hopeful and dreaming throughout the years, to make actionable goals that align with where (and who) I want to be, and then to sustain energy over time rather than letting things go/giving up/burning out... all while being a good husband and father.
I started offering these tools in workshop form, but the week where I was able to connect one-on-one with people felt like one of the most meaningful (and useful). So I began offering one-on-one mentorships—and years later, here we are.
I see these mentorships as a way of walking alongside you for a period of time, encouraging, sharing whatever earned insights I have, but generally focused on helping you gain perspective on your journey, vision for where you want to go, and then developing plans for how to get there.
We can choose a theme/course/topic you want to focus on, or we can let the conversations move organically—songwriting, general creative work/artist stuff, dreaming & goal-making, production, mixing, art & family, sustainability, etc... I love to help people clarify vision with where they want to be, and then create some practical steps together that will help you move in the direction of where you want to be. If this sounds scary/makes you a little nervous, that's been a good sign in my experience. And just remember that nice gardens are cultivated, and it’s unlikely you’ll stumble on a fruitful garden in the wild.
I’ve been an artist full-time since 2015 and for some years before that, but I’ve walked through some of these tools with musicians, mothers, fathers, potters, people getting their masters, heading into college, working on their first EP, their relationships with family, people in health, in business, etc. One of the unifying factors through everyone is the desire to grow towards where they want to be, and not entirely being able to identify how. I’m not a guru, but I try to ask you good questions that get towards the root of your values and giftings with the aim of helping you be more aligned and better positioned to thrive in your life.
We can schedule a short initial call to say hello/talk through any questions, focus areas, etc. And then we'll schedule our weekly calls.
3 weekly sessions = $600 (total)
6 weekly sessions = $1000 (total)
>>> to be paid on Venmo @zachwintersmusic (please use private payment + emoji)
let me know if you need a payment plan of some kind and we can work it out.
testimonials below.
TESTIMONIALS
Johna: Working with Zach has been incredibly meaningful in my continuing development as an artist. He took the time to get to know me, provide encouragement, and meet me in my artistic walk as well as my spiritual walk. He offered wisdom and language as I navigated a huge transition in my life.
Not only was he encouraging in these ways, but he also shared and walked me through some very tangible ways to approach the craft of creating. Over the span of our 6 sessions, he walked me through the process of taking intangible ideas and giving them clear direction. I can easily get caught in that space between having exciting ideas and carrying them out, but Zach shared helpful ways that he’s developed over the years to bring an ease of flow between them.
I’m walking away from these sessions with tools and resources with which I am able to hold space for discovering what I’m called to create in this season, give actionable steps toward bringing it to it’s fullest expression, and find delight in the creative act.
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Russell: These sessions were so helpful for me and my life/creative journey. As someone who can often feel disconnected from my dreams and desires, choosing to intentionally stir up hope and step into dreaming was a much needed challenge. Finding ways to practically think about and structure these dreams was equally helpful, as it gave me a more grounded vision of the path forward and kept the pursuit of my priorities from becoming overwhelming and ambiguous. Getting to hear from Zach's personal experience in the realm of dreaming and goal-making was super helpful, as was getting to hear unique perspectives and reflections from the rest of the class. I would absolutely recommend Zach's sessions to anyone looking for a more hopeful and intentional to think about and pursue their dreams and priorities in life (so, like pretty much anyone and everyone).
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Molly: I really loved this class. Zach helped me tackle the ideas of goals and productivity in a very doable and non- intimidating way. The one on one phone session was very encouraging to be able to bounce ideas off of Zach and be validated with the direction of my goals. I feel like this class gave me the push I needed (as well as a spring in my step) to pursue what I have been wanting to do. So thank you Zach!
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Michael: Through the thoughts that you shared about the nature of dreaming and it’s role in life/faith, I felt as though I was given permission and an invitation to dream about big and small things for my life. In the one on one session, it was a comfort to hear that fear is a part of dreaming and goal-making. Also, I learned ways to organize goal making to be both challenging and manageable. Overall, I feel as though this experience has encouraged and prepared me to dream like a child and pursue those dreams with maturity and purpose.
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Andy: Taking part in the dreaming and goal making sessions was such a huge blessing to me in this season. In the craziness and business of raising a young family, I had forgotten or pushed aside many of the dreams and desires in my heart, and had concluded that the dreaming season was over for me. Zach’s encouragement and insights really helped me open up to those possibilities again. I especially enjoyed the one-on-one session[s]. Zach really listens and cares about what you share, and offers both practical tools and heartfelt encouragement to help you take steps towards these dreams being realised. All this interlaced with humorous stories and funny accents, you’re sure to have a wonderful time! I would definitely recommend it to anyone who feels stuck or discouraged when it comes to dreaming or goal making.
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Becky: I kept thinking, "Wow, I'm going to be using these helpful tidbits for the rest of my life!" One of the things that surprised me was when we had our one-on-one call and as I was sharing my dreams and goals, Zach kept pulling more out of me, making me think a little deeper. His extra thoughts and really good questions even shifted the dreams a little. I guess the surprise, which shouldn't have been a surprise, was the glaring reminder that life is better when you bravely share your sacred pieces with others instead of keeping them to yourselves. Even my own dreams for my own life will end up being better when I say them out loud to someone else and get input that's not my own. 10/10 would recommend this class and wouldn't mind taking it again myself sometime!
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Jacob: Zach is straightforward, honest, and kind as a mentor. —And absolutely generous. He lets you in on his systems of dreaming, goal making, and everyday tools to follow through with them, and doesn’t hold back in sharing. I think my favorite week with him was week four when he shared, in a kind of rapid-fire way, his small daily habits and rhythms that yield productivity and focus. It was amazing. His methods of day-to-day are quite evidently developed over much time and experience (as proof, just look at his creative work thus far and the things he’s accomplished). I have adopted MANY of his everyday systems of productivity. It’s a model. And one that’s already proven incredibly valuable in my life. My recommendation couldn’t be higher or more sincere.