Get direct guidance from Mike Janda through coaching, strategy sessions, and real access. Skip the guesswork and grow with a mentor.
Feel like you’re running your creative business all alone?
Join a community of creative entrepreneurs who share ideas, support each other, and grow together. Ask questions, collaborate, and build real relationships.
Access courses, systems, templates, and tools designed to help you price your work, land better clients, and build a profitable creative business.
Most creative business owners struggle. Do you?
Feel alone in your business?
Not sure how to scale?
Struggling to find better clients?
Not making enough profit?
Stuck dealing with a bad client?
Scared to go full-time freelance?
Living project to project?
Burned out or overwhelmed?
One bad day away from quitting?
Join More Creative Academy to get expert mentorship with Michael Janda, community, and the systems used to build profitable creative businesses. Let’s fix your business.
Mentoring*
Work directly with Mike Janda to solve business problems and make strategic decisions.
1:1 Coaching w/ Mike Janda
Work directly with Mike Janda to solve your most pressing business challenges. MCA Pro and VIP members receive significant discounts, but sessions are available to everyone.
Group Coaching Sessions w/ Mike Janda (2x/mo.)
Get personalized guidance as Michael Janda coaches you through real business challenges, reviews your situations, and helps you solve problems in real time. Typically on Tuesdays at Noon ET.
DM Access to Mike Janda Inside MCA Platform (Daily)
Send Mike a direct message for guidance on your business questions and decisions, with thoughtful responses. He checks MCA DMs daily and typically replies within 24 hours.
Direct Text Access to Mike Janda’s Cell Phone (24/7)
Text Mike directly on his cell phone for fast guidance on day-to-day business decisions, with responses typically under an hour (often immediate). Yes, even on weekends…test it.
VIP Group Mastermind (1x mo.)
Meet with Mike and fellow VIP members in a private mastermind session where agency owners share what’s working, discuss real challenges, and tap into the collective experience of other creatives scaling serious businesses.
1:1 Monthly Strategy Session w/ Mike Janda (1x mo.)
This monthly strategy session with Mike is where you turn yourself into an agency grade CEO, reviewing performance, analyzing your numbers, and making smart decisions about offers, pricing, positioning, and growth.
1:1 Priority Strategy Call w/ Mike Janda (1x/mo.)
Jump on a quick 30-minute call with Mike when a real business decision needs discussion. Use this priority session for pricing decisions, client situations, hiring questions, or strategic challenges that are better solved live than over text.
Creative CEO Co-Work Session (1x/mo.)
Work on your business alongside Mike and other VIP members during this monthly focused work session. Use the time to build systems, plan strategy, or tackle big decisions while having Mike available for guidance when needed.
Get better clients. Charge more. Stress less.
Community*
Build relationships and find your ultimate support team of creative entrepreneurs.
Discussion Board & Support
Connect with other MCA members to ask questions, share ideas, and learn from creatives in the trenches of the industry. It’s the central place to start conversations and build meaningful relationships.
Accountability Hub
Set your goals, share wins, and get encouragement from other members who want to see you succeed. Weekly Coffee Talk meetups give you a chance to check in, stay accountable, and keep momentum moving forward.
Gig Exchange
Post your needs or browse opportunities shared by other members. Whether you are looking for help, collaboration, or new work, this is where MCA members connect and create business opportunities together.
Morepalooza Creative Retreats
Morepalooza is MCA’s annual retreat where members gather to connect in person, build lasting friendships, and create unforgettable memories. From the beaches of Florida to the streets of London, it’s part learning and a lot of relationship building with other creative entrepreneurs.
Leaderboard Prizes
Earn points for participating in the MCA community and climb the leaderboard to win real rewards. Top contributors earn prizes each month. Last year we gave away 26 custom bobbleheads and thousands of dollars in prizes. Work your way up to “Legend” status for the ultimate reward.
MCA Group Chat
The community lounge of MCA. Share memes, jokes, frustrations, or quick thoughts about the ups and downs of running a creative business. It’s the place to be human, authentic, and connect with other creatives.
VIP Group Text
Grab your smartphone for a private group text thread for VIP members to stay connected with Mike and each other throughout the week. Share updates, ask quick questions, and stay plugged into what others are building in real time.
Exclusive VIP Retreat (1x yr.)
Join fellow VIP members for an exclusive annual retreat designed to build deeper relationships, share ideas, and enjoy meaningful time together over great conversations, meals, and experiences.
Build a profitable creative business.
Resources*
Plug into the tools, frameworks, and systems used to run a real creative business.
Freelance Vault (Course + Resources)
Start your creative business on the right foundation with essential lessons, frameworks, and guidance for freelancers building a sustainable and profitable career.
MCA Live Lessons w/ Mike Janda (2x/mo.)
Twice per month Mike Janda leads 90-minute deep dives into pricing, sales, systems, and running a successful business. Live Q&A included. Typically Tuesdays at Noon ET. Replays posted within 24 hours.
Creative Sanity Snippets
A growing library of short, practical articles written by Mike that break down real creative business challenges into clear systems and actionable steps you can apply immediately.
Agency Steroids (Flagship Course)
Agency Steroids gives you a step-by-step blueprint to scale your creative business using the same systems, strategies, and lessons that have helped MCA members grow their agencies.
Pricing Book (Digital Edition)
Get the full digital version of The Psychology of Graphic Design Pricing along with downloadable worksheets to help you confidently price your work, win better clients, and increase your profit.
Creative Business Toolbox
Access the spreadsheets, calculators, templates, and operational tools Mike used to run and scale his agency so you can track the right numbers and make smarter business decisions.
Geek Out Live w/ Ian Paget
Join Ian Paget and industry guests for candid conversations about trends, predictions, and the future of the creative industry. Explore ideas, technologies, and opportunities shaping the next generation of creative businesses.
Proposal & Contract Templates
Download Michael Janda’s agency proven proposal and contract templates designed to help you present your services professionally, protect your work, and close better creative projects.
Answer Vault w/ Mike Janda
Get direct answers to the most common creative business questions including pricing, proposals, clients, and growth based on Mike’s real-world experience building and scaling an agency.
More Bot Access (24/7)
Your 24/7 creative business assistant trained on Mike’s books, courses, proposals, and thousands of pages of MCA content. Get instant answers, strategies, and scripts whenever you need guidance.
MCA Group Coaching Replays
Catch up on previous group coaching sessions where real member challenges are discussed and solved, giving you valuable insights from real-world creative business situations.
The Creative CEO Framework
This advanced program is designed for agency owners ready to think and operate like a true CEO with a focus on strategy, leadership, systems, and scaling a high-performing creative business.
Mentorship, community, and resources for creative entrepreneurs.
Your new creative family awaits.*
MCA
Start your creative business right.
FREE
Level up your business with…
Connect With Creative Entrepreneurs
Community Discussion Board
Freelance Fundamentals Course
Pricing Psychology Digital Book
Creative Business Video Library
Gig Exchange
Creative Sanity Snippets Articles
Geek Out Sessions w/ Ian Paget
MCA PRO
Build a profitable creative business.
$97/mo.
Billed annually — Save $720 every year
(Quarterly $127/mo. or Monthly $157/mo.)
Everything in FREE, plus…
Group Coaching w/ Mike Janda (2x/mo.)
Live Lessons w/ Mike Janda (1x/mo.)
Replays of All Past Sessions
Agency Steroids Course
Creative Business Toolbox
Proposal & Contract Templates
The Answer Vault with Mike Janda
DM Access to Mike and Members
Accountability Hub
Access to More Bot (Custom GPT)
Private 1:1 w/ Mike ($350, limit 1/mo.)
*Cancel anytime. No contracts.
MCA VIP
Scale your agency with direct mentorship.
$1250/mo.
Everything in PRO, plus…
Prescheduled 1:1 w/ Mike (1x/mo.)
Priority Emergency 1:1 w/ Mike (1x/mo.)
24/7 Text Access to Mike’s Cell Phone
VIP Group Live Session (1x/mo.)
VIP Group Retreat Invitation (1x/yr.)
VIP Group Text
The Creative CEO Course
Additional 1:1 Sessions ($250, unlimited)
Still thinking it over?*
Here are answers to the most common questions about MCA.
How do I access the community and content?
MCA is hosted on Circle with a private, members-only platform that’s accessible on desktop and mobile app. You’ll get instant access after joining, so you can jump into discussions, watch content, and attend sessions right away.
Are your courses included in the community?
There is a ton of course content in MCA and MCA Pro and VIP include access to key courses like Agency Steroids, along with an expanding library of lessons, replays, and tools designed to help you grow your business. My courses, The Ultimate Freelance Course and Web Design Business Bootcamp, are not part of the MCA curriculum, but you will find many lessons from those courses intermingled in the community content.
Is there a discount if I've taken Mike's courses?
MCA Pro already includes many of the courses and resources offered separately, making it the most cost-effective way to access everything in one place. If you’ve taken a course before, MCA builds on that foundation with coaching, accountability, and community.
Do you offer parity pricing?
We don’t offer parity pricing. MCA Pro is already priced aggressively for the value included, and we also offer a free membership option so anyone can get started and benefit from the community.
What types of people are in the community?
MCA is built for creative professionals of all kinds including designers, developers, marketers, brand strategists, photographers, videographers, SEO specialists, and agency owners. Everyone shares the same goal: building a better, more profitable creative business.
How is this different from free content online?
Free content can teach you ideas. MCA helps you implement them. You get direct coaching, accountability, and a community that supports you in actually taking action and moving forward.
How much access will I have to Michael Janda?
MCA Pro members get direct access through live group coaching sessions, monthly lessons, and the ability to interact inside the community direct message platform. VIP members get even deeper access with 1:1 sessions and direct communication to Mike via text message.
What time of day are the live sessions?
Live sessions are typically held on Tuesdays or Thursdays at NOON EST. We have found that this time accommodates the most amount of community members. Replays are available within 24 hours inside the community for any events you may have missed.
Can I cancel anytime and how do I cancel?
Yes. You can cancel your membership at any time. There are no long-term contracts. You have control of your membership inside your MCA profile…no need to contact someone on the MCA team to cancel. Just click the button in your profile.
When do I get access?
Immediately. As soon as you join, you’ll get instant access to the community, content, and upcoming sessions.
What if I'm too busy to attend live sessions?
No problem. Every session is recorded and added to the replay library, so you can learn on your schedule.
Is this worth it if I’m not making much money yet?
Yes. Many members join while still building their income. MCA is designed to help you get better clients, improve your pricing, and build a more stable business.
Is this worth it if I’m already experienced?
Yes. Many members are experienced freelancers and agency owners looking to scale, increase profit, and refine their systems. The conversations and coaching go way beyond beginner-level advice, especially in MCA VIP.
What makes MCA different from other communities?
MCA isn’t just content and it’s not just another community. It’s where you get coached, held accountable, and pushed to actually execute.
It’s led by Michael Janda, who built, scaled, and sold an 8 figure creative agency, earned 3x Inc. 5000 recognition, and worked with brands like Disney, Google, ABC, NBC, and Fox. This is real world experience, not theory.
And you’re not just another member. You will build real relationships with Mike and other creatives who are serious about growth. This is mentorship, not just a community.
Do you offer refunds?
Because of the immediate access to all content and resources, we don’t offer refunds. If you’re on the fence, start with the free plan or try a monthly membership first, then upgrade later to a discounted long-term option. You can cancel anytime.
What kind of results and ROI can I expect?
Most members see value quickly by improving their pricing, landing better clients, or avoiding costly mistakes. Even one small win can cover the cost of membership many times over. The exact results depend on your effort, but the tools and support are there to help you make real progress.
This is how creative businesses scale.
Creative business growth starts with MCA.*
Growing a creative business isn’t just about hard work and it’s definitely not about “getting lucky” – it’s about having the right guidance, tools, and support. When you join MCA, you’re not just getting access to resources; you’re joining a team…a creative family…that celebrates your wins and helps you overcome challenges. Here’s what our members are saying:
It’s time to take your business seriously.
Hi there, I'm Michael Janda, your creative business mentor.
For 13 years, I built and ran my creative agency, working with incredible clients like Disney, Google, and Fox, before successfully selling the business in 2015. But I did it all without a mentor to guide me, navigating pricing, client challenges, and scaling a business through trial and error. That experience inspired me to become the mentor I wish I had – writing books, creating courses, and sharing actionable strategies to help creative entrepreneurs thrive.
MCA is the next step in that mission – a community where I provide real-world mentorship, exclusive resources, and direct support to help you grow your business with more profit and less stress. This isn’t a side hustle – it’s my priority, and I’m here to guide you every step of the way. Learn more about me.
I built my agency without a mentor. You don’t have to do the same. Let’s work together.
Your creative business doesn’t have to feel overwhelming.*
Take the first step toward a more profitable, stress-free, creative business. Join MCA!*
