If you’re a creator hustling hard but still feeling the financial pinch, this one’s for you. In this episode, I’m diving deep into Avoid These 5 Common Creator Business Mistakes that could be quietly draining your wallet without you even realizing it. We’re talking about the stuff that keeps you up at night—mixing personal and business funds, trusting platform dashboards way too much, and pushing taxes to the back burner. My goal is to help you whip your financial game into shape so you can focus on creating without the constant stress. By the end of this episode, you’ll have clear, practical steps to cut through the fog and take real control of your creator journey. Let’s get into it.

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Ever feel like you’re just spinning your wheels in this creator game? Trust me, I get it. That’s why today I’m diving headfirst into the murky waters of creator finances—the stuff most people completely skip over. You know those quiet moments when you’re brushing your teeth and that annoying question pops into your head: “Am I even doing the money part right?” Yeah… I’ve been there too. You’re out here posting videos, editing until your eyes are blurry, pouring everything into your content—and yet when it comes to the money, it feels like you’re walking through a fog. In this episode, I’m peeling back the layers on five sneaky creator mistakes that might be costing you way more than just time. Think mixing personal and business funds isn’t a big deal? Spoiler alert: it is. Trusting platform dashboards instead of doing your own tracking? You might want to rethink that. Don’t even get me started on taxes—they have a way of sneaking up on you like an uninvited guest at a party. I’m sharing this from both sides of the table—30 years in the accounting world and life as a creator myself. I’ll walk you through how to cut through the chaos, create some calm, and turn your passion project into a legit, thriving business without losing your mind in the process. So grab a snack, kick back, and let’s start fixing those money habits—one step at a time.

Takeaways:

1. Creators often feel overwhelmed by the business side of things, leading to anxiety and confusion.
2. It's super important to separate personal and business finances to gain clarity and reduce stress.
3. Tracking your actual received income rather than estimated earnings helps avoid financial panic and confusion.
4. Setting aside a percentage for taxes from the get-go can save you from future financial surprises and stress.

Links referenced in this episode:

1. contentcreatorsaccountant.com/helpme

Companies mentioned in this episode:

1. AdSense
2. PayPal
3. Stripe

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