Chapter 1
The rise of youth entrepreneurship
Chapter 2
Monetizing digital creativity
Chapter 3
The micro-gig and physical economy
Chapter 4
Financial literacy and scaling up
Ch 2 · Monetizing digital creativity
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Fun Fact
BeatStars success: The producer of the multi-platinum hit "Old Town Road," YoungKio, was a 19-year-old living in the Netherlands when he sold the beat online.
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Glossary
monetize (verb)
To convert an asset, activity, or digital content into a source of financial profit. In 2013, Jack Conte launched Patreon, enabling young digital creators to secure recurring income directly from fans.
To convert an asset, activity, or digital content into a source of financial profit. In 2013, Jack Conte launched Patreon, enabling young digital creators to secure recurring income directly from fans.
Quiz
How much did producer YoungKio charge Lil Nas X for the instrumental beat of "Old Town Road"?
Quiz
Which company, founded in Australia in 2006, popularized print-on-demand for independent artists?
Quiz
What productivity app became a massive source of income for template designers in the 2020s?