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Tax credits in the area you're filming become incredibly important as the budget grows, and should be considered when choosing filming locations.

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Financial returns on a film don't always come quickly... they can, but they sometimes take years to begin to show.

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Stretching a budget as far as possible is often important to getting the best production possible out of your funding (such as hiring local actors and crew where possible).

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You can make a really good film with a relatively low budget (for filmmaking).

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Communication with your director, crew, and actors is vital to a "smooth" production.

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Be in constant and clear communication with any organizations you have to work with, to keep them in a good mood and willing to work with you, and be lenient with what you need for your production.

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If you're not happy with a particular take, go ahead and reshoot it now if you can. It will cost more if you reshoot later down the road.

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Don't be afraid to ask people to join you in a project; the worst they can say is no.

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Time during pre-production and the development of the script and film can greatly help the quality of the idea and final product.

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Figuring out the arc and ending of the hero's story is essential for the story to be complete.

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Be very thorough in your research for your film, and be conscious about what information you use or omit. (Especially if it is historically inspired).

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Film festivals are a good way to get your film "out there" and even sell it, especially if you worked with a smaller budget.

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Screenwriting is usually a very collaborative process, so consult with other writers and those around you on your story and writing. The goal is to create the best film possible, and this helps you get there.

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Know the penultimate scene of your film, or at least the end, and work toward that goal.

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There are infinite processes for writing, whether at home, in an office, quickly, slowly, etc. Write the way that helps you create the story.

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Pre-work for the screenplay, such as research and planning out the major plot beats, helps the script be tighter and in a better place to start.

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It is okay to invest your own money into a film if the project is worth it, but be thoughtful before doing so (is this really necessary and helpful).

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Learn your process for whatever parts of filmmaking you do. Learn what works best for you and allows you to do your best work, and follow that when possible.

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Be careful not to overwork your actors and your crew, if you can avoid it. Even if it adds more days to production, keep your actors and crew in good mental and physical shape and having a good time (if you can afford it).

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Katie and I both discussed the research required for a good and effective screenplay.

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Jaine and I both mentioned how location can be a limited factor in a production.

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Elexia and I both commented on how a relationship and communication between the director and producer and needed for a strong production.