People in artistic fields dream of being their own boss. There's nothing more empowering than bringing a creative project to life independently, whether that's a game, a film, a podcast or a book.

If you have a favorite YouTuber or podcaster with a decent following, chances are they are getting some of their funding through Patreon. But, what is Patreon, and how does it help creators make money ...

For nearly a decade, Toni Matthews-El has published business topics ranging from cloud communication software to best steps for establishing your own LLC. In addition to Forbes Advisor, she's ...

Over 100,000 creators use Patreon to run their creative businesses. The crowdfunding platform has quickly become the go-to hub for video publishers and creators looking to connect with viewers ...

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As the creator economy continues to grow, Jack Conte is figuring out how to keep Patreon relevant on its own terms. Ask Patreon CEO Jack Conte about the momentum the creator economy has seen lately ...

Patreon provides business infrastructure to independent content creators: people making videos, music, podcasts, paintings, comics, games, magazines and other forms of media for fans online. It helps ...

When Jessica McCabe received her first $100 Patreon payment from a fan of her YouTube channel, How to ADHD, she nearly crashed her car. She had been struggling for months to find the time to create ...

The world has woken up to the fact that artists deserve to be paid for their value, say Patreon co-founders Jack Conte and Sam Yam. Patreon, a platform where fans pay creators via monthly membership, ...

is editor-in-chief of The Verge, host of the Decoder podcast, and co-host of The Vergecast. Today’s guest on Decoder is Jack Conte, the co-founder and CEO of Patreon, a platform that allows people to ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Rob Salkowitz is an Eisner-nominated comics journalist and author. Chances are, if you follow any writers, artists, musicians, ...