The #1 Reason Creators Miss Payments (and How to Fix It)

The #1 Reason Creators Miss Payments (and How to Fix It)

Let’s be honest: you shouldn’t have to chase down your money after doing everything right.

But if you’ve ever posted for a brand and waited weeks—or even months—to get paid, you’re not alone.

Here’s the truth:

Most creators miss payments because they’re not tracking them.

Not because the brand is shady (though that happens).
 Not because you didn’t deserve the payment.
 But because… it slipped through the cracks.

 

 

😬 Why This Happens

Creators are juggling content calendars, brand deadlines, emails, posts, photos, Stories, Reels… the list goes on.

It’s way too easy to forget:

  • Did I already send that invoice?
  • Was that payment due this week or next?
  • Wait… did they already pay me?

Without a clear system, you’ll always feel like you’re guessing.

 

 

✅ How to Fix It

Fixing this is easier than you think.

You need a simple tool to:

  • Log every collab or service
  • Track if you’ve invoiced (and how much)
  • Know when the due date is
  • Get a visual on what’s still unpaid

That’s exactly what The Creator’s Income Tracker & Invoice Kit does for you.

 

 

📦 What’s Inside the Kit?

The Creator’s Income Tracker & Invoice Kit includes:

  • ✨ Pre-made invoice templates (in multiple styles)
  • ✨ A digital tracker for collabs and paid gigs
  • ✨ Easy checkbox system for “Sent,” “Paid,” and “Followed Up”
  • ✨ A bonus page to jot down reminders or follow-up notes

It’s everything you need to protect your creative income — with no guesswork.

 

 

💡 Bonus Tip: Schedule Weekly Money Check-Ins

Set aside 20 minutes every Friday (or Monday!) to open your tracker and:

  • Log what you earned this week
  • Check what’s still unpaid
  • Send a friendly follow-up if needed

Making this a habit is a game-changer for your income — and your peace of mind.

 

 

🎉 The Kit Drops August 22, 2025

Ready to stop letting payments slip through the cracks?

The Creator’s Income Tracker & Invoice Kit is dropping soon — and it’s going to make getting paid feel easy (and empowering).

 

With Love,
 Jay, Founder of 2 Hearts Style Studio 🩵 🩷

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