Release the power money has over you. Say no to jobs that don't pay you. They're not in your best interest and it doesn't let you move forward. Why would you accept getting paid half of what you're worth? You're not half a person. You're not going to do half the work. You're not going to do half your best. So just say no.
You're much better off working on your brand. If you say no to smaller jobs or to ones that cannot afford you then you are making room for those that can. Don't just focus on the immediate need. Believe that the larger jobs will come. Focus on that. Focus on your end destination. Change your mindset. Do not let money have the power over you.