What is the Stubborn Producer mindset and why is it your secret weapon?
Being a Stubborn Producer means you obsess over your goal so intensely that you refuse to let any technical hurdle, personal pain, or outside noise stop you from shipping.
This week Chad got real about why some people win while others just watch, and it all comes down to being a "stubborn son of a bitch".
Success isn't about being a high-level genius; it is about having the grit to stay at your desk and refuse to leave until the job is actually finished.
Where did this "stubbornness" come from and why does it work?
This mindset was forged at rock bottom, where Chad learned that God or the universe provides a "start" only to those who refuse to stop moving.
Chad shared a story from 1994 when he was at rock bottom, no house, no car, and no money and he went to a casino with his dad.
He went on a legendary run, winning $22,000 and even hitting all cherries on a $100 slot, but the moment midnight hit, he stopped because he knew he’d been given his "start" and he was done for the day.
That same stubbornness showed up this week when he broke his toe, ripped off a nail, and still sat there until midnight to finish a full Hustle 2.0 course because he gave himself one day to do it.
Why should you prioritize "Done" over "Perfect" in 2026?
Prioritizing speed allows you to provide a transformational value to people right now, rather than hiding behind "busy work" that never pays the bills.
Instead of spending weeks on pretty slides or sizzle reels, Chad builds by opening a slide, shooting a video, and loading it into Course Sprout immediately.
This "Stubborn MVP" approach resulted in a full course being built in a single day, proving that you don't need a polished studio to provide value that changes lives.
How do you win the "mental war" when things go wrong?
You win by putting yourself in uncomfortable situations and developing "armor" so that you don't flinch when resistance shows up.
Chad reminded us that there are always people, and even your own head, trying to tell you that you can't succeed or that you should stop.
By being stubborn and hitting your goals despite the pain or the Congestion, you gain a massive confidence boost that allows you to run over obstacles instead of being stopped by them.
What is the ultimate vision for the Titanium community?
The goal for 2026 is for every Titanium member to transition from a "passive consumer" to a producer who mails out a quality newsletter every single week.
Chad’s birthday wish is to see 1,000 local newsletters sending regularly, which results in us becoming the number one local media platform in the world.
When you stop playing at business and start producing, you are creating an asset for your family and legacy that nobody can take away from you.
