Save The Creatives: 8 Uncommon Keys for Achieving Abundant Success and Bulletproofing Your Career Against AI as a Creative Professional

by Brandon Triola

Save the Creatives is a powerful manifesto for designers, writers, marketers, photographers, and all creative professionals navigating the rise of AI. Author Brandon Triola, co-founder and Chief Creative Officer at Forrest Co., shares his personal journey from financial hardship to building a multimillion-dollar creative business-without selling out or becoming an influencer.

This book isn't about fearing AI. It's about identifying and breaking through the value ceiling-an invisible barrier that limits your income, impact, and potential as a creative. Inside, you'll discover the 8 uncommon keys to becoming irreplaceable, scaling your value, and thriving whether you're freelancing or employed.

If you're tired of overpriced courses and shallow advice, and you're ready for a proven playbook to level up your creative career, this book is your guide. No fluff. Just honest stories, actionable strategies, and a path to real, abundant success in the age of AI.

276 pages, Kindle Edition

Published June 27, 2025

Reviews

[Marina Nikolova]

As I put this book down, I stand up and do a little dance – just like Brandon told me to!

What I liked about this book:
* The layout: I DO judge a book by its cover and this book is such a beautiful piece of art to look at and hold in your hands.
* The language: I felt like the author was by my side and holding my hand every step of the way
* It’s easy to follow with lots of real-life examples and further reading recommendations
* Every chapter finishes with a wrap-up and review, which is great in case you want to go back to a topic in the future
* It also includes challenges you can do which are no BS and bring actual value

What I didn’t like about this book:
* I’m way more confident and empowered than before, and I don’t seem to recognize any limits any more
* I feel a constant “hunger” for more now
* The book came to an end and I want more of it!

[B.]

garbage. It's simply too soon.

[Allie Pisarro-Grant]

While I agree with much of the advice the author gives, most of the value is contained in the table of contents.

His recommendations are focused on ‘why,’ with very little ‘how.’