The Creative Entrepreneur: A Guide to Building a Successful Creative Business from Industry Titans

This book by Dailey, founder of Creative Entrepreneurs, an online community for creatives running their own businesses, invites readers to approach their careers with intention, resilience, and an inner belief in their creative potential in this essential guide for navigating the intersection of creativity and business. Featuring insights from 10 of the world’s most accomplished creative entrepreneurs, including Grammy-winning musician Nile Rodgers, celebrated chef Ruthie Rodgers, and Emmy-winning producer Andy Harries, this book is both inspirational and deeply practical. Each chapter combines personal anecdotes, advice, and reflections that make it a compelling read for creatives at any stage of their careers. Dailey does not focus just on profits and strategy but emphasizes a mission-driven mindset, encouraging readers to align their creative visions with their business goals. The book also offers concrete tools for starting a new business, revitalizing existing ones, and thinking beyond conventional ideas.