Owning a business built solely off your creative talent and drive is a dream, but it sure as hell can be a challenge in the beginning. But y’know, baby steps right? We’re going to give you the deets on owning a creative business feels like at different stages
#3: The 1-Year Marathon
Welcome to the grind! You’ve got a business card, a poppin’ Instagram feed, mad followers aaaaaand….a fridge stocked with ramen. But you’re on that grind at a good pace. The good news? You’re finally in the game. The bad news? Your wallet is dustier than your grandma’s old desktop from ‘03. Take it easy though and stop huffing because its just the beginning and everyone goes through this stage.
#2: The 5-Year Checkpoint
Okay, we see you, you’re out here making some bank now! By now, your ramen diet is a distant memory (hello, dino chicken nuggets). Your creative empire is blowing up, and your artistic talent is at its peak. Sure, you might still be turning off the lights when you leave a room every single time to save a few pennies, but hey, your work is starting to pay off. The grind is real, but the rewards are sweeter, and business is starting to boom.
#1: The 10-Year Triumph
Alright boss, you made it! A decade of sweat, sparkle, and a few too many sleepless nights has paid off. Your bank account is clean of cobwebs and actually has a few Benjamin’s in there. You’re no longer dodging financial pitfalls—you’re winning at the game. Your business is now a thriving, rising success. Time to pop some metaphorical champagne and party, because you’ve earned it.
Surviving the creative biz journey definitely isn’t easy. It’s like being a rollercoaster; it has its ups and downs but you want this and know that fun and satisfaction will come out of it. Keep your head high, stay motivated and whip up a banging business plan that you’re confident will succeed!
