What is a Creative Entrepreneur?

Add a little strategic thinking to your talent and you’re one step closer to freedom.

I recently received a message from a jewelry designer asking, “Am I a Creative Entrepreneur? I make jewelry with my own hands using natural and recycled materials. I don’t make a living doing it, but I’d like to.”

Yes! You are a Creative Entrepreneur.

The term is showing up more often and it seems to mean different things to different people, but the essence is the same: it’s a person who uses their talent and creativity to make money.  It’s one thing to write songs, but a Creative Entrepreneur shapes a business model around creating and selling music to sustain their lifestyle. 

Ready to quit your day job anyone? 🙂 (We’re ready to help you do it.)

And sure, all entrepreneurs can be considered creative and, In my book, a little imagination is a requisite for any entrepreneur. However, in this context we’re looking at a four key archetypes:

Creative Entrepreneur Archetypes

Artists

Musicians, entertainers, producers, directors, graphic designers, illustrators, fashion designers, photographers, writers, painters, music/art studio owners who provide services centered around their talents and creativity in order to make money doing what they love.

Artisans

Jewelry makers, interior designers, sewists, crafters, potters, florists, chefs, bakers, hair stylists, makeup artists who use their skill and craft to make physical products or provide creative services.

Balancers

Yogis, massage therapists, spa professionals, chiropractors, counselors, life coaches, health coaches, energy therapists, and financial advisors who make a living by supporting people with wellness and well-being services. (And yes, personal finances are an important part of well-being!)

Change Makers

Nonprofits, mission-driven, diversity, culture, sustainability advocates, bloggers, consultants, business coaches, and planners who use their leadership skills to influence meaningful change in individuals and the world while making a profit.

How are you using your talent and imagination to make a living? Maybe after reading this list, you’re seeing yourself and your business differently. What do you think of when you hear “creative entrepreneur?” I’d love to hear from you.

Please share any thoughts in the comments or get in touch. 

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P.P.S.

I asked a popular Ai tool “What is a creative entrepreneur?” 

This is what it said: 

That a lot of hype-y words but if you cut through the fluff, creative and strategic are spot on. And with Artists, Artisans, Balancers, and Change Makers, unique is generally just built in.