Self Made Online: How to Get Smart with Your Money

Money can be tricky to navigate as a freelancer or creative entrepreneur – from managing irregular income to saving for future goals.

This workshop gives you practical tools and strategies to take control of your finances. You’ll cover budgeting basics, managing debt, saving for emergencies and retirement, investing for beginners, and other smart money habits to help your creativity thrive without financial stress.

Self Made is powered by Inflexion Foundation.

What you’ll get

• Clear strategies for managing your income and expenses as a freelancer or entrepreneur
• Budgeting techniques and tips for saving towards short- and long-term goals
• Guidance on credit, debt, and building financial confidence
• Introduction to investing and planning for the future
• Access to practical resources and tools to keep your finances on track
• Ways to save for goals while planning for emergencies, retirement, and everyday life

Who is teaching the project? 

Rotimi Merriman-Johnson (Mr MoneyJar) is a qualified financial advisor, award-winning content creator, and founder of Mr MoneyJar Limited, a UK-based financial education company. He makes personal finance approachable for creatives, covering topics like budgeting, investing, property, and more. Rotimi has been featured on BBC, ITV, Sky News, and The Financial Times, hosts The Mr MoneyJar Show podcast, and is an ambassador for National Numeracy and Big Issue Group.

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Do I need any particular skills or experience to take part?

No experience is required!

How to enrol

Book your place using the enrol button on this page. Spaces are limited so book now to avoid disappointment.

I’M NOT SURE I CAN AFFORD TO TAKE PART…

If you need help to pay for things like project fees, transport or childcare, we can help. Find out how you can get support. If you are using a bursary to pay for the project, please ensure you arrange this with the Advice Base with plenty of time before the start of the project.

I HAVE ADDITIONAL NEEDS. WHAT SUPPORT IS AVAILABLE?

We are committed to supporting D/deaf, disabled and neurodiverse young people, those with medical conditions, access requirements or any lived experience that may require adaptation, support or sensitivity. If there is anything you would like to let us (our youth workers, tutors or staff) know that will support your enjoyment and access, you can do so by emailing us at advicebase@roundhouse.org.uk, and we will contact you to discuss further how to best support your engagement.