In this episode of Show Biz Pod, Emma Claire and Carissa break down the seven major types of income streams—what they are, how they work, and why diversifying your income is essential for artists. From rental income to capital gains, this episode will help you better understand the full landscape of how creatives should be diversifying their income.

WE TALKED ABOUT:

• The 7 key types of income streams every creative should know.
• The difference between active vs. passive income.
• Personal examples of each income stream.
• How to identify what income type fits your current skills and goals.
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LINKS & RESOURCES:

• Open an HYSA with Ally and receive a $100 bonus: (referral link)
• Sign up for Acorns and get $5 invested for free: (referral link)
• Download our FREE PDF Resource for 5 Things Creatives Can Do TODAY to Improve their Financial Futures

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In this episode of Show Biz Pod, Emma Claire and Carissa sit down with country Latino artist and NFT trailblazer Sammy Arriaga. Originally from Miami and now based in Nashville, Sammy shares his journey as a first-generation Cuban-American building a music career while also successfully building a steady stream of income for himself via the world of crypto and music NFTs.

Whether you’re curious about NFT’s as a potential side hustle or just want to learn how artists are taking ownership and profiting off of their work in new ways, this conversation breaks it all down.

WE TALKED ABOUT:

• Sammy’s background as a musician and how he developed his sound
• A beginner-friendly explanation of music NFTs and how they work
• How NFTs became a real business model and source of income
• The challenges of balancing music, business, and a digital marketplace
• Misconceptions about crypto and pushback from the traditional music industry
• Advice for artists and creatives interested in exploring web3
• What’s next for Sammy, including new music and NFT drops
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LINKS & RESOURCES:

Sammy Arriaga Official Website

Listen to his new single - “Moves Like Mexico”

Explore Sammy’s NFTs

Follow Sammy on Instagram: @sammyarriaga

OpenSea Digital Crypto Marketplace

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In this episode of Show Biz Pod, Emma Claire and Carissa get real about taxes. They chat about a several simple steps artists can take today to make next year's tax season way less stressful. Whether you’re still recovering from tax season or already thinking ahead, these tips will help you stay proactive, organized, and financially empowered year-round.

Perfect for freelancers, performers, and self-employed creatives who want more control and clarity when it comes to money and taxes.

1. Track Your Expenses & Find Every Avenue For Write-offs.
2. Withhold Taxes From Your Own Paycheck.
3. Consider Quarterly Tax Payments.
4. Consider an LLC or business bank account.
5. Hire Help If You Can.

Start a high-yield savings account with Ally & get $100

IRS Underpayment of Estimated Tax Penalty Information

IRS Self-Employed Revenue Tax Center Information

30 Tax Write-offs for Actors

Cookie Finance Free Blog with Content Creator Financial Resources

Keeper App for Freelance Tax Tracking

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In this episode of Show Bid Pod, Emma Claire and Carissa dive into five simple yet impactful steps that creatives can take right now to set themselves up for a stronger financial future. Whether you’re a performer, freelancer, or self-employed creative, these actionable tips will help you build financial stability and start making your money work for you—today.

WE TALKED ABOUT:

• Opening a high-yield savings account (HYSA) vs. traditional savings accounts
• The benefits of a Roth IRA for retirement savings
• Using apps like Acorns to start investing with spare change
• Automating savings and investments to ensure consistent contributions
• Tracking expenses with tools like Rocket Money or Google Sheets
• Encouraging listeners to take action on one of the financial steps discussed

LINKS AND RESOURCES:

Open an HYSA with Ally and receive a $100 bonus (referral link): https://www.ally.com/referral?code=8F3X5T4V7K

Sign up for Acorns and get $5 invested for free (referral link): https://www.acorns.com/share/?first_name=Emma&shareable_code=85JRKNU

Download our FREE PDF Resource for 5 Things Creatives Can Do TODAY to Improve their Financial Futures

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In this episode, we sit down with Tara Lynn Steele to talk about what it really looks like to build multiple businesses as a creative — not as a backup plan, but as an intentional, sustainable part of her artistic career.

Tara Lynn walks us through her journey from performer and movement coach to multi-business owner, sharing how her creative skills have shaped the way she approaches entrepreneurship and how building multiple streams of income has actually supported her artistry, not sidelined it.

WE TALKED ABOUT:

• Building a multi-hyphenate career on purpose, not by accident
• How Tara Lynn balances her dream job and her day jobs
• The reality of starting and managing multiple businesses (and multiple to-do lists)
• How creative skills directly translate to entrepreneurship
• Managing variable income + financial mindset shifts for creatives
• Why entrepreneurship gives artists more freedom, not less

LINKS AND RESOURCES:

Tara Lynn recommended the following:

Reach Out by Molly Beck: https://www.amazon.com/Reach-Out-Strategy-Increase-Influence/dp/1259860914

Start With Why by Simon Sinnick: https://www.amazon.com/Start-Why-Leaders-Inspire-Everyone/dp/1591846447

Pete Shepherd: https://humanperiscope.com/

Jen Waldman Studios: https://www.jws.community/

Innovate Voice Studios - The Badassery: https://www.innovativevoicestudio.com/badassery

CONNECT WITH TARA LYNN:

Follow Tara Lynn on Instagram: @taralynnsteele

Visit Tara Lynn’s Website: www.taralynnstele.com

Learn more about Steele Mobility: https://www.steelemobility.com/

Explore Unleash Your Superpowers: https://www.unleashyoursuperpowers.com/

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In this debut episode of Showbiz Pod, hosts Carissa and Emma Claire dive into how their day jobs fuel their artistic careers. Carissa, a New York-based musical theater performer and freelance UGC creator/voiceover artist, shares how she turned a 14-year-old side hustle into a thriving business. Emma Claire, a New York film actor with a corporate strategy consulting career, talks about balancing her nine-to-five with acting in the city. Together, they discuss the importance of side hustles, entrepreneurship, and the financial strategy behind pursuing creative passions without relying on the "starving artist" mentality.

WE TALKED ABOUT:

• Carissa and Emma Claire’s backgrounds in creative careers and business
• The importance of having a day job that funds your creative pursuits
• The flexibility and challenges of freelancing for creatives
• Freelancing as a voice-over artist and UGC creator
• Balancing a corporate job with acting and creative commitments
• The overlap between corporate and creative roles
• Strategies for balancing time between corporate work, freelance projects, and personal creative goals

LINKS AND RESOURCES:

LinkedIn for professional networking and showcasing work: www.linkedin.com

Carissa’s favorite UGC educational creator: https://www.tranugc.com/

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Hi everyone! Welcome to Show Biz Pod - a weekly show that tackles creative careers, side hustles, entrepreneurship, personal finance, and how artists can and should strategically combine all four. For too long actors have been told to accept the starving artist mentality. Well, not anymore!

​If you're an actor, artist or creative looking to take control of your career and your finances, we've got you covered. Tune in every Wednesday and join us as we build day jobs that fund our dream jobs. XO, Carissa & Emma Claire