Creatives are great at doing their creative work, but when it comes to running the financial side of their business, most will quickly tell you that they'd rather not. Talking about money is, for the most part, still taboo. This book focuses on proven techniques and resources used by successful creatives, providing a collection of tools and ideas that address financial questions common to a wide range of creatives. Expert advisors are interviewed on topics such as accounting, taxes, contracts and financial planning. This title uses examples, case studies, and real-life stories from actual creatives.