S2 E13: Investing 101 For Creatives - How To Watch Your Money Grow
22m | Feb 4, 2026Investing can feel intimidating - especially as a creative when your income is irregular and your job doesn’t come with a 401k. But don’t fear! In this episode, we sit down with Chief Investment Officer of Due West Wealth, Troy Harmon, to break down investing fundamentals in a way that actually makes sense for creatives. We talk simply about long-term strategy, beginner mistakes, and how building wealth can increase your creative freedom!
WHAT WE TALKED ABOUT
- What investing should actually look like for beginners
- Why diversification matters more than picking hot stocks
- ETFs vs mutual funds
- Why starting small now beats waiting until you make more money
- How inflation quietly erodes your savings (and how investing fights back)
- Emergency funds, high-yield savings, and when to keep money liquid
- Retirement options for freelancers and creatives without a 401k
- How financial stability can give you more freedom to pursue creative work
RESOURCES & LINKS
- Learn more about Troy’s investing services here
- Mention ShowBizPod when you contact Troy & receive 10% off his beginner investing program
- Show Biz Pod newsletter: The Direct Deposit
- Be a guest on our show!
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