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EPISODE · Mar 16, 2023 · 43 MIN

Managing the Finances of the Entertainment Industry (Stephen Pell from ICONAC)

from Creatives Prevail · host Omelette Prevail

Running a successful career in the entertainment industry requires the skills and mindset of a business owner. Stephen Pell, co-founder of ICONAC, understands this well. With his expertise in accounting and bookkeeping, he helps entertainers manage their finances and build prosperous careers. In this interview, Stephen shares his unique journey from being a musician to becoming a successful accountant for entertainers. He also discusses the inspiration behind his latest book, "Dream Like An Artist, Think Like an Accountant," which provides insights and strategies for creative professionals to achieve financial success. Follow Stephen: Dream Like An Artist, Think Like An Accountant (book)  ICONAC (LinkedIn) ICONAC (website) Follow Creatives Prevail: Instagram TikTok We would love to hear from you! Please give us a review, this really helps get others to listen in. Any suggestions on how we can improve? DM us on Instagram or TikTok. Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda Host: Mike Zimmerlich Produced by: Omelette Prevail Post-Production: EarthtoMoira Tags: Creator Economy Accounting Entertainment Industry Bookkeeping Creative Professionals Financial Management

Running a successful career in the entertainment industry requires the skills and mindset of a business owner. Stephen Pell, co-founder of ICONAC, understands this well. With his expertise in accounting and bookkeeping, he helps entertainers manage their finances and build prosperous careers. In this interview, Stephen shares his unique journey from being a musician to becoming a successful accountant for entertainers. He also discusses the inspiration behind his latest book, "Dream Like An Artist, Think Like an Accountant," which provides insights and strategies for creative professionals to achieve financial success. Follow Stephen: Dream Like An Artist, Think Like An Accountant (book)  ICONAC (LinkedIn) ICONAC (website) Follow Creatives Prevail: Instagram TikTok We would love to hear from you! Please give us a review, this really helps get others to listen in. Any suggestions on how we can improve? DM us on Instagram or TikTok. Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda Host: Mike Zimmerlich Produced by: Omelette Prevail Post-Production: EarthtoMoira Tags: Creator Economy Accounting Entertainment Industry Bookkeeping Creative Professionals Financial Management

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