Show Biz Pod

Do you actually need extreme budgets and perfectly curated New Year’s resolutions to “be good with money”? Or is there another way to reset your finances that actually works for creatives?In this episode, Carissa and Emma Claire break down how to approach money in the New Year without shame, pressure, or unrealistic expectations. For a mindset reset + tangible steps you can actually stick to, give it a listen.WHAT WE TALKED ABOUT:How to reflect on last year’s spending without guilt or shameWhat a “financial reset” really means (and what it doesn’t)Realistic budgeting strategies for freelancers and artistsHow to save money with inconsistent or seasonal incomeSetting financial goals that fit your lifestyle - not TikTok’sWhy progress over perfection is the key to better money habitsLINKS AND RESOURCES:Sign up for The Direct Deposit - our free weekly recap newsletter!5 Things Financial Checklist + other free tools to organize your moneyFree Budget Tracker SpreadsheetBe sure to check out our budgeting & savings episodes! Submit a topic idea or guest pitch at www.showbizpod.comCONNECT WITH US:Instagram: @showbiz.podTikTok: @showbiz.podWebsite: www.showbizpod.comThat’s all for now. See you next week! Xoxo

Wearing suits by day & attending shoots at night, Alyssa Ferreone is living proof that you don’t have to choose between your practical and creative dreams. In this episode, we talk with the New York City-based attorney, model, and content creator about how she decided to take agency of her own life & start creating content and modeling on her terms. She balances a demanding legal career with a rapidly growing online presence, so we decided to ask how she does it & how negotiation, boundaries, and embracing the “cringe” are the key the making it work. WHAT WE TALKED ABOUT:How Alyssa balances being a construction litigation attorney with modeling and content creationThe overlap between law and creative workHow she built a modeling career by posting onlineRed flags to watch for in content contractsTips for burnout, boundaries, and staying in your creative flowHow her newsletter “Gloss Briefing” blends legal structure with lifestyle contentThe power of networking with other women in business and making your own seat at the tableLINKS AND RESOURCES:Follow Alyssa on TikTok and Instagram: Read her newsletter, Gloss Briefing: glossbriefing.substack.comAlyssa’s firm: Cohen SegliasCreator Conference Mentioned: Create & CultivateAlyssa’s inspo: Eli RalloSign up for The Direct Deposit - our free weekly recap newsletter!5 Things Financial Checklist + other free tools to organize your moneySubmit a topic idea or guest pitch at www.showbizpod.comCONNECT WITH US:Instagram: @showbiz.podTikTok: @showbiz.podWebsite: www.showbizpod.comThat’s all for now. See you next week! Xoxo

In this episode, we sit down with actor and career coach Spencer Glass to talk about one of the most difficult and overlooked creative skills - negotiation and knowing your worth. Spencer shares real stories, mindset shifts, and tangible tools that help artists stop apologizing and start asking for what they really need in their career. This episode is a must-listen if you’ve ever felt uncomfortable asking for more or you’re worried that speaking up would make you seem “difficult” in your creative industry. WHAT WE TALKED ABOUT:Why taking off the “actor hat” and putting on the “business hat” is essentialHow Spencer started coaching actors out of NYC coffee shops and scaled it into a thriving businessThe myth that negotiation is rude and how to reframe it as clarity and leadershipReal-world negotiation language & email advice from Spencer’s own acting careerWhat you can negotiate in contracts besides just your paycheckThe concept of confident confrontation and building “I know I’m enough” energyHow small wins (like saying hi in an elevator) can train your brain to advocate for yourselfLINKS AND RESOURCES:Spencer’s website and coaching: www.spencerglass.comFollow Spencer on Instagram: @hispencerglassFollow Spencer on TikTok: @spencer.glassSign up for The Direct Deposit - our free weekly recap newsletter!5 Things Financial Checklist + other free tools to organize your moneyCONNECT WITH US:Instagram: @showbiz.podTikTok: @showbiz.podWebsite: www.showbizpod.comThat's all for now. See you next week! xoxo

In this episode, Carissa and Emma Claire sit down with actor and entrepreneur Jeremiah Smith to talk about how he built The Casting Connection - a platform that now helps thousands of actors find legit audition opportunities across the country. Jeremiah shares how solving his own problem led to a thriving tech-based business, how he balances it with a performing career, and what he’s learned about sustainability.WHAT WE TALKED ABOUT:How Jeremiah transformed an idea into nationwide casting platformWhat it’s really like to build a tech-based side hustle with zero business or coding backgroundHow he balances regional acting contracts with daily platform maintenanceWhy solving your own problem is often the best way to start a businessHis biggest advice for artists wanting to build something that lastsLINKS AND RESOURCES:The Casting Connection - Jeremiah’s platform Sign up for The Direct Deposit - our free weekly recap newsletter!Enter our giveaway by 11/19 here!5 Things Financial Checklist + other free tools to organize your moneyCONNECT WITH US:Instagram: @showbiz.podTikTok: @showbiz.podWebsite: www.showbizpod.comThat's all for now. See you next week! xoxo

We made it to the end of Season 1 (!!) and we’re wrapping things up with a celebration of all the books, tools, creators, and community tips that helped shape this season. In this episode, Carissa and Emma Claire round up every single resource mentioned by guests (and each other) throughout the first season of Show Biz Pod. Whether you’re ready to build better systems, manage your money, or take your creative career to the next level, this episode is your one-stop-shop.WHAT WE TALKED ABOUT:The books that changed the game for mindset, money, and creativityFavorite podcasts, TikTok creators, and small business educators worth followingCommunity tips from our guests (including how to swap services & network authentically)Coaching programs, mentorships, and studios that made a differenceOur go-to tools for taxes, scheduling, budgeting, and staying organizedFree resources we made just for you—linked on our website!LINKS AND RESOURCES:Shop all book recs from this episode via our Amazon StorefrontDownload our free budget template & financial checklist here!Try our favorite tools: RocketMoney, Fetch, Notion, Google Calendar, CalendlyFollow our favorite creators: @breakyourbudget @itserinconfortin @mckenzie.mack @eliralloTry our favorite educational resources: Innovative Studios, Caitlyn James Photography mentorships, Jen Waldman StudiosOpen an HYSA with Ally and receive a $100 bonus: (referral link)Sign up for Acorns and get $5 invested for free: (referral link)Stay connected during the break: Instagram & TikTok @showbiz.podJoin the email list for Season 2 updates & launches: www.showbizpod.comCONNECT WITH US:Instagram: @showbiz.podTikTok: @showbiz.podWebsite: www.showbizpod.comSEE YOU IN THE FALL FOR SEASON 2 <3!!!!!!

In this episode, Emma Claire flips the script and puts co-host Carissa in the hot seat to break down how she built a thriving freelance business on Fiverr. From voiceover gigs to UGC TikTok content and more, Carissa has delivered over 1,000 five-star orders through the platform and she’s here to share how Fiverr works, how to stand out, and how it’s supported her creative career along the way.WHAT WE TALKED ABOUT:What Fiverr actually is and why Carissa chose it as her launchpad into freelancing.How she went started from ground zero and turned her side hustle into a full time income.Tips for writing standout gig descriptions, choosing pricing, and working the algorithm.How she balances Fiverr work with her acting schedule and avoids burnout.The pros, cons, and biggest lessons learned from growing her business onlineLINKS & RESOURCES:Carissa's Fiverr ProfileFiverr Reddit ThreadFiverr ForumOpen an HYSA with Ally and receive a $100 bonus: (referral link)Sign up for Acorns and get $5 invested for free: (referral link)CONNECT WITH US:Instagram: @showbiz.podTikTok: @showbiz.podWebsite: www.showbizpod.com

In this episode, Carissa and Emma Claire break down how to actually save as a creative & on an inconsistent income. They talk about the difference between emergency funds and sinking funds, how to avoid panic when unexpected costs pop up, and why having a savings plan gives you more freedom to say yes to your creative goals.WHAT WE TALKED ABOUT:Why saving money isn't just about putting all of your spare change in one ambiguous pot.The difference between emergency funds and sinking funds (and why you need both).How to use “buckets” to stay organized and reduce guilt when it’s time to spend.How much to save, where to keep it, and how to build the habit even with variable income.Creative ways to reduce financial stress and give future-you some breathing room.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)Our FREE Budgeting TemplateOur FREE Resource: 5 Things Creatives Can Do Today To Improve Your Financial FutureBook Rec: I Will Teach You to Be Rich by Ramit SethiCONNECT WITH US:Instagram: @showbiz.podTikTok: @showbiz.podWebsite: www.showbizpod.com

In this episode, Carissa and Emma Claire discuss how and why they stopped thinking of their creative work as just art and started treating it like a brand or a business. They get real about why knowing your worth matters and how business skills like marketing and negotiation are key to turning your dreams into something sustainable.WHAT WE TALKED ABOUT:Making the mindset shift from artist to entrepreneurHow key business skills like marketing, negotiation, and time management show up in creative work.Why building systems and treating yourself like a CEO will help you build a sustainable career.The tools and practices they use to balance art and business. The importance of knowing your worth and how to advocate for yourself. LINKS & RESOURCES:Google CalendarNotionActor Aesthetic PodcastThe Actor's Life by Jenna FisherDownload our FREE Budget Template designed for creativesDownload our FREE pdf resource for 5 things creative can do TODAY to improve their financial futures. CONNECT WITH US:Instagram: @showbiz.podTikTok: @showbiz.podWebsite: www.showbizpod.comThanks for listening - see you next week!