The creative/"crazy" connection: an introduction -- The faucet of creativity: experiences of the connection -- Research on the connection: authorities' viewpoints -- Clearing creative clogs -- Choosing your focus and setting your goals -- Supporting creativity by handling the basics -- Scheduling creative time -- Shoring up your skills -- Finding and organizing your creative space -- Staying afloat financially -- Managing creative projects productively -- Promoting yourself and your creative work -- Communicating and collaborating effectively -- Starting and running your own creative business