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Your career

Our research highlighted the detrimental effect on mental well-being caused by uncertain career patterns alongside the stress of often having to take on non-creative, unfulfilling jobs. In this section, we have collected some resources that may help you take more control of your career.

Finding Work

Part of the job of a performer or creative practitioner is getting the next job.

Peer networks

Being able to discuss common issues with others in an informal way helps support personal development and can be particularly important for solo practitioners who might be feeling isolated

Taking control

Performers and creative practitioners report that they often feel they have very little control over their own career and this can trigger emotional health problems.