Artist Finance — Build Wealth, Not Just Income
Learn revenue vs profit, budgeting, recoupment, tax basics for SA artists, and the GWP Model — told through Sarah's financial journey across 5 modules and 10 lessons.
Welcome — Start Here
Your introduction to Artist Finance — From Broke Moments to Built Wealth. What we’ll cover, how to use the platform, and a promise you’ll make to yourself before you begin.
Sarah Gets Paid… Then Feels Broke
Income without structure disappears — why working more doesn’t always mean moving forward.
The Shift — Artist to Business Owner
The moment money enters, you become a business — treating your art like one changes everything.
The Illusion of Income
Revenue is not wealth — understanding the difference between what you earn and what you keep.
The Profit-First Mindset
Pay yourself before you spend — a practical system for allocating income.
The 5th Member Strategy
Pay the business like it’s a person — the GWP model for building financial stability.
Building a Financial Buffer
Stability comes from preparation — building reserves for quiet months.
Budgeting a Release Properly
Every release is a financial project — clarity before spending creates control after.
Recoupment — Knowing When You’re Actually Profitable
You haven’t earned until you’ve recovered your investment — tracking real outcomes.
Tax — The Silent Obligation
Tax is part of the system — planning for it prevents future debt.
Separating You From Your Business
Clear money creates clear decisions — the power of separating personal and business finances.
Complete all lessons to finish the course