The Creative Player's Handbook to Business: A Game Guide for Creative-Minded Entrepreneurs
 
Transform your creative career into a thriving business adventure!
 
Traditional business education feels like grinding through a game with the wrong character build. That's why Paul Eric Pape—artist, designer, and self-proclaimed "Santa for Nerds"—created this revolutionary guide that translates business fundamentals into the RPG framework creative minds naturally understand.
 
This isn't just another business book. It's your complete strategy guide for:
Character Creation: Define your creative identity, assess your ability scores, and craft your business persona
Worldbuilding: Map your marketplace, identify your territories, and understand the creative economy
Quests & Campaigns: Set strategic goals, develop multiple revenue streams, and plan your business adventure
Party Building: Form powerful alliances, find your creative guild, and build collaborative relationships
Boss Battles: Navigate client challenges, overcome creative blocks, and manage cash flow like a pro
 
With over 20 years of experience creating custom designs for clients worldwide (including Disney, Universal, and Nickelodeon), Paul shares battle-tested strategies through:
Character sheets and fillable worksheets
Client encounter guides
Pricing spell books
Communication templates
Problem-solving tools
 
Stop trying to force your creative brain into traditional business thinking. Instead, learn to play the game on your terms and build a sustainable creative business that honors your artistic vision.
 
Perfect for freelancers, artists, designers, makers, and any creative professional ready to level up their business game!
167 pages | Full-color illustrations | Includes downloadable templates
 
"Every creative business is a unique adventure. This handbook gives you the tools to make yours legendary."