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Finding the Best Crowdfunding Platform for Your Project

Anne Lauren Luben

Crowdfunding, also known as crowdsourcing, has become a popular way for artists to get funding for projects. We've compiled a list of the pros and cons for all the major websites.

5:00 mins read
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Strapped for Cash? Here are 3 Virtual Jobs Hiring

Logan Cross

Even though freelance dance jobs have been canceled, there are still virtual jobs hiring that you can do from the comfort of your couch.

4:30 mins read
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4 Best Side Hustles For Dancers (That Aren't Waiting Tables)

Anne Lauren Luben

Dance can be unpredictable or simply not enough when it comes to income, therefore requiring for side hustles! Here are 4 ideas for part-time jobs to help you pay those bills.

4:00 mins read
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Managing Money On A Dancer's Salary: Financial Advice

Keira Whitaker

Managing money is difficult for anyone... but especially for those on a dancer salary! Read on for some tips from a financial advisor.

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How To Budget As A Dancer And Advocate For Better Pay

Caitlin M Heflin

Considering the precarious nature of finances for dance artists, here are some tips to help dancers learn how to budget more successfully.

9:30 mins read
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So, What is Inflation and How Will it Impact the Dance Industry?

Caitlin M Heflin

Take a deeper look into how the dance industry and financial wellbeing of artists will be affected by inflation.

6:30 mins read
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The Best Tax Deductions for Dancers: How to Save Your Cash

Anne Lauren Luben

Taxes can be confusing for anyone, but doing taxes for dancers can be especially overwhelming! Here are some tax deductions to save some of your hard-earned cash.

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Practical Advice on How to Apply for Grants

Anne Lauren Luben

Funding grants are an important method for arts professionals to make their projects a reality. Learn how to seek out and apply for grants that are a good fit for you!

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Make Money Using Your Dance Skills with These 10 Creative Alternative Jobs

Keira Whitaker

Jobs for dancers are not limited to performing and teaching. Consider these 10 additional career paths that require dance knowledge.

10:00 mins read
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6 Achievable Ways Freelance Dancers Can Nail Their Taxes This Year

Khayla Jordan Golucke

Avoid tax season stress with these simple tips when filing as a freelancer.

7:30 mins read