Note: Before you start reading the rest of the article, there are affiliate links in the links given below, and if you buy something, I’ll get a commission at no extra cost to you. In the creative industry, managing money can feel like a challenge. I often found myself riding a rollercoaster of highs and lows; one month I’d splurge on a project, and the next, I’d be worried about making rent. If this sounds like you, you’re not alone. I needed to seize control of my finances.