For nearly a decade, Toni Matthews-El has published business topics ranging from cloud communication software to best steps for establishing your own LLC. In addition to Forbes Advisor, she's ...

If you have a favorite YouTuber or podcaster with a decent following, chances are they are getting some of their funding through Patreon. But, what is Patreon, and how does it help creators make money ...

YouTube has a mission: help make their creators money — but not exclusively through ads. At VidCon last week, the company announced a number of new alternative monetization updates rolling out over ...

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People in artistic fields dream of being their own boss. There's nothing more empowering than bringing a creative project to life independently, whether that's a game, a film, a podcast or a book.

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Earning a living online isn’t easy. For years, the primary way to monetize your creative hobby online was through advertisements. Yet the biggest ad-supported platforms only pay creators between $.10 ...

Patreon has been hugely beneficial to me, allowing me to share my stories directly with my most supportive community members (The Nateives). This has also allowed me to focus entirely on doing what I ...

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