Michiel Groeneveld

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DISC Type : ci

Artist Manager and music consultant at Tom Holkenborg aka Junkie XL

Topanga, California, United States

Overview

Michiel is a seasoned artist manager and producer, known for managing Hollywood composer Tom Holkenborg (Junkie XL). He is also the Co-Founder and CEO of For You Studio, a production house that creates films and series. He holds a law degree from the University of Amsterdam.

His work is centered on supporting creative minds through mentorship and developing stories focused on personal growth, transition, and identity. He is a certified coach and believes in meaningful approaches to self-development, extending his work into exploring complex life topics like grief and new beginnings.

Unique fact: Michiel is a Certified Hand Analyst, using it as a tool to help people gain self-knowledge and live their optimal life.

Personality Overview

Value Driven

Curious

Example Seeker

They can sound friendly and charming but can quickly change gears to become inquisitive and probing.  They ask a lot of questions and rely heavily on information and collaterals. They are generally strong communicators and are not easy to convince.

Topics They Care About

Supporting Creatives
His career is dedicated to empowering talent, from managing a top Hollywood composer to offering one-on-one mentorship for emerging and established creatives.
Creative Storytelling
He co-founded For You Studio to produce films and series focused on personal transitions, such as the successful youth series "Outer Space" for Dutch television.
Music in Film
As the long-time manager for composer Tom Holkenborg (Junkie XL), he has deep expertise in the business and production side of Hollywood film scores.

Media Appearances

Michiel has no verified media appearances

Work History

9-2003
Artist Manager and music consultant at Tom Holkenborg aka Junkie XL
7-2021
Co-Founder / CEO at For You Studio
1-2024
Personal Mentorship for Creative Minds at Michiel Groeneveld
10-2015
Certified Hand Analyst at Freelance, self-employed
1-2016 - 5-2024
Co-Founder at RIP

Education

1997 - 1999
Law from University of Amsterdam
2020 - 2021
Co-Active Certified Coach from The Coaches Training Institute (CTI)

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During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Help them understand the risk aspect fully while inspiring confidence
  • Focus on immediate action-items rather than the larger goals
  • Help them realize that there is no personal risk in making this decision

DONT's

  • Don’t be too objective but make sure to pad your storytelling with data points
  • Avoid making offhand commitments
  • Don’t rely excessively on your relationship with them to win the deal

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Michiel is

  • Proven value, strong testimonials are important for them, rapport can impact decisions a little.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Michiel

  • They are practical yet friendly, don’t expect a clear no very often.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Michiel move?

  • They like to analyze well and can take their time to reach any decisions.
  • Can Michiel take some risk or not?

  • They weigh all decisions systematically and are unlikely to take many risks.

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