Wondering how to make more money as a creative without hustling yourself into burnout? You’re not alone. The gap between your talent and your income usually isn’t strategy—it’s mindset, messaging, and what you believe your work is worth.
Let’s keep it real:
It’s probably not your skillset that’s holding you back.
It’s not the algorithm.
And it’s definitely not a lack of hustle.
It’s your mindset.
And when you pair that with strategy? That’s when the income starts reflecting your impact.
3 Mindset Shifts That Helped Me Learn How to Make More Money as a Creative
As a brand strategist and designer, I’ve worked with powerhouse women who look like they have it all together online but behind the scenes, they’re struggling to raise prices, attract aligned clients, and build a brand that actually converts.
Here’s what keeps creatives stuck:
1. “I don’t want to charge too much.”
You’re not just selling a product. You’re offering transformation. And transformation is valuable. Period.
2. “I need to look more legit first.”
No. You need to get clear on your brand, your voice, and your strategy. Then everything else falls into place.
3. “I should be able to figure this out on my own.”
You can but it’s a slower, messier road. You don’t need more hustle. You need alignment and a roadmap.
🔥 Want to Make More Money as a Creative? Start with Your Brand
If you’re trying to raise your rates but your brand is still giving “DIY in Canva at midnight,” we need to talk.
At Wild Powerful, we help you:
✔️ Clarify your message so people instantly get what you do
✔️ Build a visual brand that commands respect
✔️ Design a website that converts dream clients on autopilot
This is for you if you’re ready to stop guessing and build a brand that feels like you—but elevated, magnetic, and so booked out.
🔗 Explore my branding and web design services
✨ Or… Want to DIY Your Brand and Strategy With a Proven Plan?
If you’re more of a teach-me-the-strategy-so-I-can-do-it-myself kind of girl, then you need to check out First Class Creative by Becca Luna.
This is the exact course I recommend to creatives who:
→ Want to build omnipresent visibility
→ Need help turning followers into paying clients
→ Want to learn how to show up, sell, and scale confidently
You’ll learn how to:
✨ Define your brand identity
✨ Build a sustainable content strategy
✨ Create offers people can’t wait to pay for
✨ Sell without feeling salesy
It’s affordable, actionable, and honestly? I would’ve paid double.
🧠 Mindset Isn’t Enough You Need Strategy Too
Sure, affirmations and mindset shifts are important. But they don’t book clients.
You need a plan that matches your ambition.
Whether that’s a custom brand from me, or Becca’s course in your corner, the next level doesn’t come from trying harder.
It comes from moving smarter.
How to Make More Money as a Creative
- Fix your mindset: You are worthy of premium prices and aligned clients.
- Refine your brand: Whether you DIY it or we do it together, your visuals, message, and website need to do the heavy lifting.
- Get support: You don’t need to figure it out alone.
👇 Here’s where to start:
Want the done-for-you route? Work with me 1:1 and let’s build a brand that books.
Want to DIY your growth with guidance? Grab First Class Creative here