Creative Success = Financial Balance with Flexible Budget Plans As a creative individual, dealing with irregular income can be daunting. In this episode of From "Creative Passion To Profit", titled "How Creatives Can Budget for Regular Income," I, Mahmood, tackle one of the biggest challenges faced by those in the arts and creative world—budgeting. Have you ever felt the high of being fully booked and having commissions flying off the shelves, only to be met with silence and income droughts the following month? You're not alone. But here's the good news: with a little planning, you can smooth out those financial ups and downs. In this episode, I'll share three simple steps to help you build a budgeting system that fits your lifestyle and supports your creative ambitions. You'll learn how to determine your essential baseline expenses, create a financial buffer for quiet months, and implement a flexible yet simple budgeting method that allows you to thrive creatively and financially. You'll also have some homework tasks... Timestamped Summary: [00:00:00] Introduction to challenges of budgeting with erratic income. [00:00:58] Step 1: Determine your baseline expenses. [00:02:12] Step 2: Build a financial buffer for quieter months. [00:03:46] Step 3: Apply a simple, discipline-based budget system. [00:04:58] Homework: Calculate baseline expenses and track income. Mentioned in this episode: Training Training Training Find out more about Budgetwhizz Find out more about Budgetwhizz Budgetwhizz…
Co-Hosted by Adam Amy and Russell Gibson we deliver a weekly podcast that discusses current NBA news and how this impacts the trading card market. Each week we deep dive into a larger more timeless hobby related topic.
Co-Hosted by Adam Amy and Russell Gibson we deliver a weekly podcast that discusses current NBA news and how this impacts the trading card market. Each week we deep dive into a larger more timeless hobby related topic.
Send us a text 🚨 Introducing 'Timeless Moments'! 🚨 Russell and Adam bring you a new mini podcast covering hobby topics that stay relevant long-term. Each week, we’ll take a step back and look at the bigger picture. First up: The Back Yard Breaks commentary scandal —what happened, how it was handled, and what it means for the hobby. 🎙️🔍 Thank You to our Primary sponsor: Check Out My Cards Australia and US Sports Cards Australia Sponsor PROMO: Fast Break Trading Cards Use the promo code 'YCCT10' for 10% off all Fanatics Memorabilia. New sponsor! The Melbourne Cardtel Head to https://melbournecardtel.au/ for 10% off using the promo code 'compthis10' NBA, UFC, AFL and NFL repacks!! Reach out to us on socials and tell us what we got right or wrong! All of our Socials can be found on our Linktree You Can't Comp This YouTube - we stream episodes LIVE! You Can't Comp This on Facebook - join our community…
Send us a text Russell and Adam break down every trade from the NBA deadline—who won, who lost, and what it means for the hobby! Plus, which players are now a buy, sell, or hold? Don’t miss this deep dive! 🎙️💰🏀 Thank You to our Primary sponsor: Check Out My Cards Australia and US Sports Cards Australia Sponsor PROMO: Fast Break Trading Cards Use the promo code 'YCCT10' for 10% off all Fanatics Memorabilia. New sponsor! The Melbourne Cardtel Head to https://melbournecardtel.au/ for 10% off using the promo code 'compthis10' NBA, UFC, AFL and NFL repacks!! Reach out to us on socials and tell us what we got right or wrong! All of our Socials can be found on our Linktree You Can't Comp This YouTube - we stream episodes LIVE! You Can't Comp This on Facebook - join our community…
Send us a text Jimmy Butler is heading to the Warriors! What does this mean for Steph Curry’s legacy and his card market? We break down how Butler fits into Golden State’s system, the impact on Curry’s career narrative, and what this trade could mean for collectors moving forward. Listen now! 🎧👇 Thank You to our Primary sponsor: Check Out My Cards Australia and US Sports Cards Australia Sponsor PROMO: Fast Break Trading Cards Use the promo code 'YCCT10' for 10% off all Fanatics Memorabilia. New sponsor! The Melbourne Cardtel Head to https://melbournecardtel.au/ for 10% off using the promo code 'compthis10' NBA, UFC, AFL and NFL repacks!! Reach out to us on socials and tell us what we got right or wrong! All of our Socials can be found on our Linktree You Can't Comp This YouTube - we stream episodes LIVE! You Can't Comp This on Facebook - join our community…
Send us a text Adam and Russell are back with another episode of You Can't Comp This ! This week, they dive into: 🏀 Backyard Breaks controversy – what’s the latest drama? 🏀 NBA All-Star reserves – who got snubbed, and who got lucky? 🏀 Mailbag: A Facebook discussion worth unpacking! 🏀 Caitlin Clark declines the 3PT shootout – why? 🏀 Season over for Dejounte Murray and Jalen Johnson – what’s next for the Hawks? 🏀 Adam’s card discussions – what’s caught his eye this week? 🏀 Suns and Jazz trade – impact and implications 🏀 Jimmy suspended again – what’s going on? 🏀 BGS v PSA – who’s the real grading king? Tune in for all this and more! 🎙️ Thank You to our Primary sponsor: Check Out My Cards Australia and US Sports Cards Australia Sponsor PROMO: Fast Break Trading Cards Use the promo code 'YCCT10' for 10% off all Fanatics Memorabilia. New sponsor! The Melbourne Cardtel Head to https://melbournecardtel.au/ for 10% off using the promo code 'compthis10' NBA, UFC, AFL and NFL repacks!! Reach out to us on socials and tell us what we got right or wrong! All of our Socials can be found on our Linktree You Can't Comp This YouTube - we stream episodes LIVE! You Can't Comp This on Facebook - join our community…
Send us a text De'Aaron Fox is heading to the Spurs! Adam and Russell break down the blockbuster trade that sent Fox to San Antonio, Zach LaVine to the Kings, and Tre Jones, Zach Collins, and Kevin Huerter to the Bulls. What does this mean for Wemby and the league? Tune in now! 🎙️🔥 Thank You to our Primary sponsor: Check Out My Cards Australia and US Sports Cards Australia Sponsor PROMO: Fast Break Trading Cards Use the promo code 'YCCT10' for 10% off all Fanatics Memorabilia. New sponsor! The Melbourne Cardtel Head to https://melbournecardtel.au/ for 10% off using the promo code 'compthis10' NBA, UFC, AFL and NFL repacks!! Reach out to us on socials and tell us what we got right or wrong! All of our Socials can be found on our Linktree You Can't Comp This YouTube - we stream episodes LIVE! You Can't Comp This on Facebook - join our community…
Send us a text Adam and Russell jump on for an emergency podcast to break down the Luka Doncic to the Lakers trade in full! What does this mean for Dallas, LA, and the NBA Hobby? Tune in now! Bobby Marks contract summary Luka /10 Marc Stein YCCT Facebook Thank You to our Primary sponsor: Check Out My Cards Australia and US Sports Cards Australia Sponsor PROMO: Fast Break Trading Cards Use the promo code 'YCCT10' for 10% off all Fanatics Memorabilia. New sponsor! The Melbourne Cardtel Head to https://melbournecardtel.au/ for 10% off using the promo code 'compthis10' NBA, UFC, AFL and NFL repacks!! Reach out to us on socials and tell us what we got right or wrong! All of our Socials can be found on our Linktree You Can't Comp This YouTube - we stream episodes LIVE! You Can't Comp This on Facebook - join our community…
Send us a text Adam Amy and Russell Gibson have more Hobby and NBA content than we can get through this week. Lamelo Ball All Star snub. L aMelo on the rise - One and One Downtown chat. - National Treasures International, Impeccable International, Revolution Winter Tins: Hobby Impact. - Evan Mobley ; Eastern Conf: Defensive Player month Mobley comps - Jalen Green. - Detroit pistons love - Mailbag Thank You to our Primary sponsor: Check Out My Cards Australia and US Sports Cards Australia Sponsor PROMO: Fast Break Trading Cards Use the promo code 'YCCT10' for 10% off all Fanatics Memorabilia. New sponsor! The Melbourne Cardtel Head to https://melbournecardtel.au/ for 10% off using the promo code 'compthis10' NBA, UFC, AFL and NFL repacks!! Reach out to us on socials and tell us what we got right or wrong! All of our Socials can be found on our Linktree You Can't Comp This YouTube - we stream episodes LIVE! You Can't Comp This on Facebook - join our community…
Send us a text Episode 180: The You Can't Comp This NBA Trading Card Podcast Does the Hobby need Regulation plus Live Listener Q&A Hosts: Adam, Amy, and Russell Gibson Discussion on Regulation in the Hobby: Adam and Russell delved into an article by Chris Gawlik on whether sports card trading needs regulation. Regulation IG post & regulation article by Chris Gawlik Key points included: Exploitation and financial risks in the hobby. Comparisons between trading cards and gambling, with mentions of practices like "razzes" and insider trading. Calls for more transparency in odds and outcomes, akin to loot box regulations in video games. Pros and cons of regulation: safety and fairness vs. potential overregulation stifling the hobby. Interactive Live Format: The episode was recorded live on YouTube, allowing listeners to engage in real-time by asking questions and sharing thoughts. Market Trends, Highlights and Listener Engagement: A conversation about the need for competition between card manufacturers like Panini and Fanatics to improve quality and prevent monopolies. Speculation on player cards, including Karl-Anthony Towns (KAT) and Miles McBride, exploring their performance, collectibility, and market movements. Discussions around undervalued players like Cade Cunningham, Tyrese Maxey, and Donovan Mitchell. The live audience contributed questions about player prospects and hobby trends. Topics included rookie card pricing, the impact of top players not signing cards, and underrated players deserving more attention. Sponsors and Breaks: Shoutouts to sponsors Melbourne Cardtel, US Sports Cards Australia and Fastbreak Trading Cards. Socials Covered: What do you want to hear? - Here's the original post Most annoying players in the league - most annoying post John Stockton Post - Take 2: Fav player as a kid Thank You to our Primary sponsor: Check Out My Cards Australia and US Sports Cards Australia Sponsor PROMO: Fast Break Trading Cards Use the promo code 'YCCT10' for 10% off all Fanatics Memorabilia. New sponsor! The Melbourne Cardtel Head to https://melbournecardtel.au/ for 10% off using the promo code 'compthis10' NBA, UFC, AFL and NFL repacks!! Reach out to us on socials and tell us what we got right or wrong! All of our Socials can be found on our Linktree You Can't Comp This YouTube - we stream episodes LIVE! You Can't Comp This on Facebook - join our community…
Send us a text Adam Amy and Russell Gibson tackle the latest headlines in the basketball card hobby, from PSA’s global expansion to the fallout from Beckett’s CEO scandal. They also break down NBA All-Star changes and explore key card investments for rising stars. PSA growth Beckett's CEO pleads guilty to fraud, leaving the future of the grading company in question. Incorrect Panini Patches? NBA All-Star game gets a new format, including a round-robin setup with the top 24 players. Growing counterfeit card concerns and the role of Fanatics in improving protection. John Stockton Lakers patch Zac Eddy vs Draymond Green Bradley Beal’s role shift with the Suns raises questions about his card value and future. We caved: Zion on the trade market and Big Z Down Town . Sacramento Kings’ and De'Aaron Fox. Thank You to our Primary sponsor: Check Out My Cards Australia and US Sports Cards Australia Sponsor PROMO: Fast Break Trading Cards Use the promo code 'YCCT10' for 10% off all Fanatics Memorabilia. New sponsor! The Melbourne Cardtel Head to https://melbournecardtel.au/ for 10% off using the promo code 'compthis10' NBA, UFC, AFL and NFL repacks!! Reach out to us on socials and tell us what we got right or wrong! All of our Socials can be found on our Linktree You Can't Comp This YouTube - we stream episodes LIVE! You Can't Comp This on Facebook - join our community…
Send us a text Adam is on the beach in Hawaii enjoying cocktails on the beach, so Russell is joined by the master of spreadsheets, the wizard of Fantasy, the Warlock of Pop Reports Ryan from Gem Rate. In this weeks episode we go through a huge amount of hobby related content including - Most important sale of 2024? - What was the top trend of 2024? - Did the hobby improve in 2024? - BGS sale . - PSA top graded: - Market Cap: Thank You to our Primary sponsor: Check Out My Cards Australia and US Sports Cards Australia Sponsor PROMO: Fast Break Trading Cards Use the promo code 'YCCT10' for 10% off all Fanatics Memorabilia. New sponsor! The Melbourne Cardtel Head to https://melbournecardtel.au/ for 10% off using the promo code 'compthis10' NBA, UFC, AFL and NFL repacks!! Reach out to us on socials and tell us what we got right or wrong! All of our Socials can be found on our Linktree You Can't Comp This YouTube - we stream episodes LIVE! You Can't Comp This on Facebook - join our community…
Send us a text Adam and Russell want to wish everyone a huge thanks for a wonderful year. We hope you have a Merry Christmas and wonderful New Year. This weeks episode we: - Yearly Recap - YouTube Give Away -Jokic vs Luka: SCN , Sport card addicts , Instagram , Twitter, - James Gregory: Dennis Schroder Trade History - Bucks review - Card ladder Giannis & Kaboom - Lillard & Lillard Kaboom - Gary Trent - WNBA Surly Sports Cards - Caitlin Clark Select Auto - 130point CC - Pricing guide : JA PSA, BGS, SGC, - Giannis vs SGA - Trae Young - Adam’s Cards: Cade Cunningham - MJ record collection Thank You to our Primary sponsor: Check Out My Cards Australia and US Sports Cards Australia Sponsor PROMO: Fast Break Trading Cards Use the promo code 'YCCT10' for 10% off all Fanatics Memorabilia. New sponsor! The Melbourne Cardtel Head to https://melbournecardtel.au/ for 10% off using the promo code 'compthis10' NBA, UFC, AFL and NFL repacks!! Reach out to us on socials and tell us what we got right or wrong! All of our Socials can be found on our Linktree You Can't Comp This YouTube - we stream episodes LIVE! You Can't Comp This on Facebook - join our community…
Send us a text Episode 176 Brunson vs LaMelo : A heated comparison across Facebook, SCN, and Instagram! Who’s your pick? Facebook , SCN Facebook: Instagram Who are you chasing this year? PSA Die Cut Holders Are they a game-changer? Jokic card summary Is the Joker still undervalued? Part 3 of our Fake card chats: Fake Patch Fake Wemby: Instagram Fake Wemby Facebook Adam’s Cards: Celebrating the Revolutionaries set! Kobe vs Ja A generational comparison for collectors. Gem Rate Summary Grading trends to watch. Shaqfoo Shaq card highlight. WNBA Gold vinyl PSA 10 A rare pair that’s making waves. Trade News: Heat trading Thomas Bryant & Dennis Schroder. Is it the right time to buy? Yves Missi Rising star on our radar. Card vs card : Jordan vs Brandon Miller Thank You to our Primary sponsor: Check Out My Cards Australia and US Sports Cards Australia Sponsor PROMO: Fast Break Trading Cards Use the promo code 'YCCT10' for 10% off all Fanatics Memorabilia. New sponsor! The Melbourne Cardtel Head to https://melbournecardtel.au/ for 10% off using the promo code 'compthis10' NBA, UFC, AFL and NFL repacks!! Reach out to us on socials and tell us what we got right or wrong! All of our Socials can be found on our Linktree You Can't Comp This YouTube - we stream episodes LIVE! You Can't Comp This on Facebook - join our community…
Send us a text Episode 175: - Revisit adam’s ebay nightmare, @mac_cardcollection , Ali Express card printer; - LA breakdown, Clippers , James harden 17th all time scoring - Kobe gold prizm , DK Stats , Dalton Knecht , - Lebron down town , In and out - Happy Birthday Giannis , Card review - cooper Flagg Bowman U releasing - WNBA expansion team - Nebulas - Pelicans roster status - Are the rockets a professional basketball team? Thank You to our Primary sponsor: Check Out My Cards Australia and US Sports Cards Australia Sponsor PROMO: Fast Break Trading Cards Use the promo code 'YCCT10' for 10% off all Fanatics Memorabilia. New sponsor! The Melbourne Cardtel Head to https://melbournecardtel.au/ for 10% off using the promo code 'compthis10' NBA, UFC, AFL and NFL repacks!! Reach out to us on socials and tell us what we got right or wrong! All of our Socials can be found on our Linktree You Can't Comp This YouTube - we stream episodes LIVE! You Can't Comp This on Facebook - join our community…
Send us a text Episode 174: We are curing our post Hobby Hangout hangover with some fresh HH content. We are joined by Philippa from @Pgcollectablesaus to discuss the Hobby from the perspective of a woman - We go deep into the Wemby vs Jokic debate - Stefan Higgo pens an amazing break down of the Melbourne Hobby Hangout - Repacks - Franz Wagner Thank You to our Primary sponsor: Check Out My Cards Australia and US Sports Cards Australia Sponsor PROMO: Fast Break Trading Cards Use the promo code 'YCCT10' for 10% off all Fanatics Memorabilia. New sponsor! The Melbourne Cardtel Head to https://melbournecardtel.au/ for 10% off using the promo code 'compthis10' NBA, UFC, AFL and NFL repacks!! Reach out to us on socials and tell us what we got right or wrong! All of our Socials can be found on our Linktree You Can't Comp This YouTube - we stream episodes LIVE! You Can't Comp This on Facebook - join our community…
Send us a text Episode 173: We are live at the Hobby Hangout in Melbourne! This episode we are mixing things up and interviewing hobbyists, store holders, and the host of the even Matthew Pain. Each interview will be 'Five Minutes of Fire' allowing guests to explore a topic they are passionate about. Featured on the show - Dom & Sauce from the 'Double Coverage' Podcast - Al Caynes frankenstcg - Darren from melbournecardtel.au - Emilio from mycards_aus - Jarrod Begg as himself - Jono Michaels from Mailman Breaks on Facebook - Matthew Pain from The Hobby Hangout & Michael Jordan Cards Australia (Facebook) - Peter from @P etersGoatCards - Joe Foo from shaqfoo32 Thank You to our Primary sponsor: Check Out My Cards Australia and US Sports Cards Australia Sponsor PROMO: Fast Break Trading Cards Use the promo code 'YCCT10' for 10% off all Fanatics Memorabilia. New sponsor! The Melbourne Cardtel Head to https://melbournecardtel.au/ for 10% off using the promo code 'compthis10' NBA, UFC, AFL and NFL repacks!! Reach out to us on socials and tell us what we got right or wrong! All of our Socials can be found on our Linktree You Can't Comp This YouTube - we stream episodes LIVE! You Can't Comp This on Facebook - join our community…
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