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Digital life
fromScary Mommy
15 hours ago

18 Genius (& Kind Of Unhinged) Ways Real People Are Paying Down Their Debt

Various unconventional strategies exist for paying down debt, including selling items, side hustles, and unique income-generating activities.
Education
fromABC7 Los Angeles
18 hours ago

Teaching inner city youth the craft of barbering

The Junior Barber Academy teaches youth barbering and business skills, aiming to empower them with meaningful skills for future opportunities.
Wellness
fromwww.amny.com
15 hours ago

Celebrating Financial Literacy Month: New York City Chase Community Manager Shares Tips for Strengthening Financial Health | amNewYork

Focus on earning, protecting, spending, and saving to improve financial health.
Bootstrapping
fromEntrepreneur
17 hours ago

Your Business Won't Scale Unless You Accept This Hard Truth

Leaders must delegate tasks to ensure business scalability and avoid being overqualified for daily operations.
#entrepreneurship
Bootstrapping
fromEntrepreneur
20 hours ago

Before You Sell Your Business, Consider These 3 Things First

Entrepreneurs face emotional challenges and loss of purpose during business transitions, especially when selling their businesses.
fromInc
1 day ago
Bootstrapping

4 Must-Have Skills Every Nomadic Founder Needs to Build a Successful Online Business

Startup companies
fromMiami Herald
6 days ago

Why 'Just Start a Business' Is Finally Becoming Advice You Can Actually Act On

Entrepreneurship is thriving, with 5.62 million new business applications in 2025 and a 69% increase in LinkedIn founders in the US.
Careers
fromBusiness Matters
1 week ago

Marty Brickey: Building Opportunity Where Others Don't Look

Marty Brickey built a career by identifying overlooked opportunities and transforming them into successful businesses.
Startup companies
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Entrepreneurship was never easy, but it doesn't need to be relentless

Entrepreneurs face overwhelming mental loads and financial pressures, impacting their ability to innovate and grow their businesses.
Bootstrapping
fromEntrepreneur
20 hours ago

Before You Sell Your Business, Consider These 3 Things First

Entrepreneurs face emotional challenges and loss of purpose during business transitions, especially when selling their businesses.
Startup companies
fromwww.businessinsider.com
4 days ago

I burned out at my VC job, so I opened a Pilates studio. I work more now but it feels good to not have to say 'yes.'

Anna Noelle Rinke transitioned from a tech career to founding a Pilates brand after experiencing burnout in venture capital.
Bootstrapping
fromInc
1 day ago

4 Must-Have Skills Every Nomadic Founder Needs to Build a Successful Online Business

Skills development is crucial for nomadic founders to achieve independence and optimize business growth.
Startup companies
fromMiami Herald
6 days ago

Why 'Just Start a Business' Is Finally Becoming Advice You Can Actually Act On

Entrepreneurship is thriving, with 5.62 million new business applications in 2025 and a 69% increase in LinkedIn founders in the US.
#higher-education
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
19 hours ago

We're 65 With $3.9 Million. Should We Give Our Adult Children Their Inheritance Now to Pay for Daycare and Buy a Home?

Gifting wealth to adult children can provide immediate financial relief, but it must not jeopardize retirement security.
London startup
fromBusiness Matters
23 hours ago

Virgin StartUp opens second round of free accelerator for dyslexic entrepreneurs

Virgin StartUp's Momentum 2.0 accelerator supports dyslexic entrepreneurs with tailored resources and mentoring to enhance their business growth.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

My Sister and I Started a Business Together. Now I Want Out. But I Also Want What's Mine.

A face-to-face conversation with your sister is essential before deciding on buyout terms for your shared business.
Marketing
fromThedrum
1 day ago

Small Business Owners Can Make Holiday Sales Jingle with These Six Out-of-Home (OOH) Ad Innovations

Out of Home advertising innovations can significantly help small businesses drive sales during the challenging holiday retail environment.
Media industry
fromNieman Lab
14 hours ago

Independent journalists are mission-driven, but financially strained, a new report says

Financial sustainability remains elusive for creator journalists, with many struggling to fund their lifestyles through content creation alone.
Careers
fromFast Company
17 hours ago

LinkedIn's Chief Economic Opportunity Officer on how to get ahead in the age of AI

Human ingenuity allows software engineers to focus on unique human skills rather than competing with AI.
fromNew York Post
15 hours ago

Staggering 8-figure sum NYC taxpayers will pay to fund Mamdani's first city-owned grocery revealed

"We will continue his legacy," Mamdani said, referring to former Mayor Fiorella La Guardia's establishment of La Marqueta as a marketplace for affordable food in the 1930s.
New York City
East Bay real estate
fromKqed
20 hours ago

When Teachers Can't Afford to Live in the Bay Area, Districts Get Into the Housing Game | KQED

Companies and school districts are addressing housing shortages to retain employees and attract talent.
Growth hacking
fromEntrepreneur
1 day ago

Commercialization Isn't the Same as Sales Growth - Here's How

Sales are a function, while commercialization is a system of decisions that defines sustainable business growth.
Exercise
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Socialising, work, exercise: what makes a good day and is there a formula' for making it better?

Socializing for 30 minutes to two hours correlates with people reporting a good day, while excessive housework or TV does not.
SF politics
from48 hills
1 day ago

Rich people are lying to seniors about the billionaire tax; does the news media care? - 48 hills

A campaign funded by billionaires misleads Californians about the impact of a proposed billionaire tax on modest retirement savings.
Business
fromFortune
1 day ago

Turns out the American middle class didn't die. It got richer-and felt poorer | Fortune

Affluent Americans in 2026 experience a sense of unease despite material wealth, reflecting a structural shift in the economy and perceptions of prosperity.
Venture
fromFast Company
2 days ago

The 3 reasons why VCs invest: Faith, opportunity, or evidence

Venture capital rounds are driven by three core reasons: faith, opportunity, and evidence.
Silicon Valley
fromTruthout
2 days ago

In Memphis, Investors Benefit From AI Boom While the Public Bears Its Cos

Protests in Memphis highlight concerns over the economic impact and environmental risks of xAI's expansion amid rising federal law enforcement presence.
Online Community Development
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 days ago

CDFIs could draw institutional capital for climate projects

There is a strong desire for collaboration between institutional investors and community development financial institutions, but barriers exist due to perceived risks and lack of standardization.
E-Commerce
fromEntrepreneur
3 days ago

Why Discounts Are No Longer Optional For Your Business

Discounts have become essential in the LLC services market, influencing customer decisions and competitive strategies.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago

Research suggests people who grew up with very little and later accumulated real wealth don't feel wealthy - they feel temporarily safe, and there's a difference - Silicon Canals

Scarcity significantly reduces cognitive performance, impacting decision-making and mental bandwidth, regardless of actual intelligence.
NYC parents
fromCity Limits
3 days ago

Report Finds Homeless Students Miss More School, And What Else Happened This Week in Housing

Over half of students in the shelter system were chronically absent, highlighting the need for increased support from city and state authorities.
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
4 days ago

I grew up lower middle class and the thing nobody explains is how the financial anxiety doesn't leave when the money arrives. You can have six months of savings and still feel the phantom weight of an empty account because your nervous system was calibrated in a house where the math never quite worked and it stored that frequency permanently - Silicon Canals

Chronic stress from childhood financial instability affects adult behavior and emotional responses to money.
#job-market
Digital life
fromFinanceBuzz
4 days ago

9 Dying Industries That Aren't Worth Getting Jobs in at This Point

Many traditional careers are declining due to automation and technology, making them less viable for future job seekers.
Digital life
fromFinanceBuzz
4 days ago

9 Dying Industries That Aren't Worth Getting Jobs in at This Point

Many traditional careers are declining due to automation and technology, making them less viable for future job seekers.
Public health
fromThe Nation
4 days ago

Public Health Needs to Get Off the Laptop and Into the Streets

Transformational experiences in South Africa with TAC emphasized the importance of community engagement and effective communication in health education.
San Francisco
fromPadailypost
4 days ago

Opinion: How to convince voters to raise taxes? Cry wolf

Bay Area leaders are using fear tactics to push for a half-cent sales tax increase for mass transit, framing it as a citizen initiative.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Greens launch local election campaign with focus on housing

Green Party leader Zack Polanski criticizes the government for failing to build affordable housing and calls for rent controls in London.
fromBrownstoner
4 days ago

Turn Monthly Rent and Mortgage Payments Into Value With Bilt

Bilt allows users to earn points on both rent and mortgage payments, which can be redeemed for travel, dining, and local business benefits, making housing costs more manageable.
Real estate
#new-york-city
NYC politics
fromUSA TODAY
6 days ago

Where's the business exodus from NYC Mamdani critics promised? | Opinion

Claims of a mass business exodus from New York City are exaggerated, with rising demand for office spaces and AI firms driving growth.
fromThe Nation
5 days ago
New York City

How Mamdani Presides Over a Fix-Everything Agenda

Zohran Mamdani's administration focuses on addressing both immediate city issues and deep-rooted racial inequities in New York.
NYC politics
fromUSA TODAY
6 days ago

Where's the business exodus from NYC Mamdani critics promised? | Opinion

Claims of a mass business exodus from New York City are exaggerated, with rising demand for office spaces and AI firms driving growth.
New York City
fromThe Nation
5 days ago

How Mamdani Presides Over a Fix-Everything Agenda

Zohran Mamdani's administration focuses on addressing both immediate city issues and deep-rooted racial inequities in New York.
Artificial intelligence
fromThe Nation
6 days ago

We All Hate AI, but if You're Poor, It Can Really Ruin Your Life

Luxury brands are emphasizing human artistry over AI to maintain exclusivity and appeal to consumers' desire for authenticity.
NYC real estate
fromFortune
5 days ago

Housing is so expensive, even a $87 billion Wall Street bank is giving workers $6.5K in cash to get on the property ladder | Fortune

Many American workers have abandoned homeownership dreams due to a housing crisis, prompting BNY to offer financial assistance for first-time homebuyers.
Bootstrapping
fromEntrepreneur
17 hours ago

Watch Out for the 'Off-Grid' Problem Hiding in Your Business Model

Growth advantages can turn into liabilities when customer retention declines, increasing the burden of fixed costs on remaining users.
fromInquirer.com
6 days ago

Energy prices are up. These smart moves can help your business save money. | Expert Opinion

Wherever you stand on work from home, put the issue aside temporarily and allow your employees to work more from their home offices. It will save them money on gas and put less pressure on you to reimburse them for higher fuel costs.
Boston real estate
fromEntrepreneur
17 hours ago

This College Student Launched His Business When He Was 16. Now It's Making Mid-Five Figures Every Month and Growing: 'You Can Not Quit'

Youth 4 Youth was built by players who are currently living the journey. We're taking the doors we've walked through and holding them open for the next generation.
Startup companies
Careers
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

I'm a 6-time surrogate who wasn't fulfilled in my finance career. I quit to start a surrogacy agency and make more money now.

Balancing a corporate career and surrogacy led to personal fulfillment and helping others experience parenthood.
Marketing
fromEntrepreneur
3 days ago

How to Prove Your Worth to Cost-Conscious Customers

Businesses must clearly demonstrate their value to consumers facing economic pressure to maintain sales and customer loyalty.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
4 days ago

The Question Dave Ramsey Says Separates Wealth Builders from Everyone Else

Spending habits significantly impact wealth-building, with wealthy individuals considering overall financial health rather than just immediate affordability.
Growth hacking
fromForbes
5 days ago

The Most Valuable Asset In Your Business Is One You Forgot You Own

Businesses often overlook leads labeled as 'dead,' which can be re-engaged to generate significant revenue.
Bootstrapping
fromEntrepreneur
13 hours ago

The Deals You Didn't Make Are Teaching You How to Win Next Time - Use This Framework to Make It Happen

Missed opportunities can provide valuable lessons if analyzed correctly.
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

Op-Ed | Fueling NYC's $50 billion engine: How women business owners can grow and scale | amNewYork

Successful founders are comfortable being uncomfortable. Forging a new path as an entrepreneur isn't easy work. There may be times when you're the only person who believes in your idea, or where you're the only person who looks like you do in a meeting room.
Women in technology
Careers
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Why you're just one event away from quitting your job

Unexpected jolts can lead to impulsive job resignations, but deliberate responses can facilitate smarter career decisions.
Marketing
fromInc
2 days ago

How to Turn Connections Into Strategic Partnerships That Scale

Strategic alliances require intention, genuine curiosity, and respect to evolve from casual connections into high-impact partnerships.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

I love this place': Jimmy's Corner supporters rally for commercial rent stabilization bills | amNewYork

Jimmy's Corner, a beloved Times Square dive bar, faces eviction, prompting owner Adam Glenn to rally for legislation to protect small businesses.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
6 days ago

The people who check their bank account before every small purchase aren't necessarily struggling. Some of them grew up in houses where an unexpected expense could change the entire atmosphere of a week, and the checking is not about the balance. It's about confirming that the ground is still solid. - Silicon Canals

Financial anxiety often stems from childhood experiences where money influenced household atmosphere and emotional states, not just current financial status.
Online Community Development
fromNebraska Examiner
1 week ago

OPINION: Social media tax would hurt Nebraska's small businesses and communities * Nebraska Examiner

Legislative Bill 1025 will increase advertising costs for small Nebraska businesses, hindering their ability to reach customers effectively.
Women in technology
fromThe Oaklandside
2 weeks ago

Women and wealth: Tips for navigating your lifelong financial journey

Women are set to inherit significant wealth and are actively building their own financial futures amidst the Great Wealth Transfer.
Careers
fromFast Company
3 days ago

This invisible career ceiling is holding women back

Chronic illness significantly impacts women's career potential, with many making difficult decisions to accommodate their autoimmune diseases.
Marketing
fromEntrepreneur
4 days ago

Why 'Boring' Businesses Can Be the Smartest Investments

A business can be profitable by solving common problems for large audiences rather than being flashy or novel.
#small-businesses
New York City
fromGothamist
6 days ago

Mamdani names new 'mom-and-pop czar' meant to ease path for small businesses owners

Mayor Mamdani appoints Delia Awusi as 'mom-and-pop' czar to support small businesses and reduce bureaucratic hurdles.
New York City
fromGothamist
6 days ago

Mamdani names new 'mom-and-pop czar' meant to ease path for small businesses owners

Mayor Mamdani appoints Delia Awusi as 'mom-and-pop' czar to support small businesses and reduce bureaucratic hurdles.
Careers
fromEntrepreneur
3 days ago

How to Capture the Moments That Matter in Life and Business

Direct observation of a team's work reveals challenges and dynamics beyond performance metrics, enhancing leadership and relationships.
#small-business
Bootstrapping
fromEntrepreneur
2 weeks ago

6 Low-Cost Business Ideas That Are Perfect for Families

Small businesses, comprising 99.9% of U.S. firms, thrive on family collaboration and digital-first models, reducing startup costs and enhancing accessibility.
Bootstrapping
fromEntrepreneur
2 weeks ago

6 Low-Cost Business Ideas That Are Perfect for Families

Small businesses, comprising 99.9% of U.S. firms, thrive on family collaboration and digital-first models, reducing startup costs and enhancing accessibility.
Bootstrapping
fromFortune
3 days ago

How to get out of debt: 9 proven strategies that actually work | Fortune

Identifying the causes of debt is essential for effective elimination strategies.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
1 week ago

People who grew up calculating whether they could afford both the drink and the entree before anyone else sat down don't stop doing that math when they earn six figures. The arithmetic isn't financial anymore. It's a loyalty ritual to a younger version of themselves who promised never to be caught without an exit. - Silicon Canals

Child poverty in the U.S. leads to adult poverty more than in Denmark, Germany, the UK, or Australia, with lasting effects beyond financial circumstances.
Careers
fromwww.businessinsider.com
6 days ago

I felt frustrated by my job search, so I decided to build my own business

Unemployment can be mentally challenging, but sharing personal experiences through content creation can connect with others facing similar struggles.
Bootstrapping
fromIndependent
3 days ago

How to avoid the moneylender pitfalls catching out vulnerable borrowers in Ireland

Short-term loans offer quick cash but often come with hidden costs due to confusing interest rates.
Online learning
fromAol
1 month ago

12 Simple Skills To Make Money You Can Learn in Less Than a Year

Learning in-demand business skills in under a year increases earning potential, career advancement, and negotiating power with employers across multiple industries.
Bootstrapping
fromEntrepreneur
5 days ago

4 Tax Strategies for Entrepreneurs to Reduce Their Tax Bill and Increase Cash Flow

The right business structure and overlooked deductions can save entrepreneurs thousands annually.
Careers
fromEntrepreneur
6 days ago

The Best Way to Get Business Is to Give Business - Here's Why

Helping others succeed leads to stronger business opportunities and builds trust, which is more effective than aggressive pursuit.
Careers
fromFast Company
6 days ago

Are you paying a 'ghost tax' when looking for a job? 37% of employment seekers fall into this common trap

The job market is plagued by ghost jobs, leading to wasted time and money for job seekers.
Careers
fromFast Company
6 days ago

Getting laid off changes your perception of work forever. Here's how

Repeated layoffs can lead to trauma, identity loss, and a cynical view of work, making it essential to understand the reasons behind frequent layoffs.
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

The Benefits Of Starting A Small Business In Your Golden Years

Turning skills into a fulfilling and profitable venture is a natural next step for active seniors. The transition offers a way to monetize years of dedication and hard work. Creating a business plan for a hobby allows for a low-stress entry into the market. You already understand the product or service better than most competitors.
Retirement
Careers
fromBackyard Garden Lover
3 weeks ago

12 High-Paying Jobs You Can Land Without A College Degree

High-paying careers increasingly require vocational certificates, associate degrees, or technical training instead of four-year degrees, offering competitive salaries with lower debt and faster entry.
Bootstrapping
fromEntrepreneur
3 weeks ago

Economic Outlook: What's in Store for Small Business in 2026

Small businesses adopting digital-first models, optimizing cross-border payments, managing cash flow strategically, and investing in cybersecurity will build resilience and achieve sustainable growth in 2026.
Retirement
fromSubstack
1 month ago

How to Set Up a Business the Right Way

Establish business systems intentionally from the start rather than reactively managing obstacles, creating a sustainable foundation that prevents financial chaos and tax complications.
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Why inclusion is the new standard for economic growth

In places where inclusion is part of the infrastructure of their economy-supply chains, procurement processes, capital access, or business ownership-people thrive. Inclusive economies create more resilience by expanding the base of potential business owners who can build, own, innovate, and hire. They allow more opportunities for homeownership and investing in the longevity of communities. As our economy becomes increasingly stratified and volatile, we need as much resiliency as we can get.
Social justice
Bootstrapping
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago

Why Chasing More Revenue Won't Fix Your Financial Struggles

Pursuing revenue growth without stabilizing internal systems, costs, and processes amplifies inefficiencies and creates fragile, unsustainable businesses instead of profitable ones.
Startup companies
fromEntrepreneur
2 months ago

Why Expertise Alone Isn't Enough to Grow Your Business

Founders must shift from pitching their solution to asking, listening, and aligning with customer problems because customers buy outcomes, not brilliant ideas.
New York City
fromCity Limits
2 months ago

Opinion: The Missing 'For All' Program? A New York City Jobs For All

A voluntary public option providing living-wage jobs with benefits, health care, and union protections would raise the wage floor and stabilize the economy.
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