Career Advice

Self help for conquering TL;DR
Do you suffer from "too long; didn’t read" syndrome? Here are some expert tips on how best to filter, and…

Career spotlight: Casting director
Empathy, objectivity and a great memory for faces are among the skills you’ll require if you want to work in…

Tax basics for when you start making money from your art
Whether you sell your artworks on Etsy, are a freelance circus performer, or a sculptor working solely on commission, according…

Be careful what you wish for
Sudden success might sound like a dream but it can cause arts organisations many sleepless nights.

How to say no when asked to work for free
You know exposure doesn't pay the bills but how do you navigate those awkward exchanges where no one mentions money?

Self-care advice for writers
Writers share self care tips and advice on dealing with the precarious incomes, isolation, burnout and self-doubt.

Five ways creative thinkers build business value
The opportunities for creative professionals to be valued for the way they think are ripe for the taking if they…

How to trade art with your dentist
Research into the barter economy aims to help artists pay with art for the things they really need.

How to make money from your blog
Blogging is a business anyone can get into but only a few can make pay.

How to survive digital overload
A successful blog or community management role has users contacting you 24/7. Here's how to survive.