I've taught college students. The 'Gen Z stare' is real, but I don't blame them.
Doug Weaver experienced the so-called "Gen Z stare" while teaching college students. He says it's a symptom of a larger problem.
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I sold my company for $20 million at 30. I share my stories of success and failure because both are important.
Kim Perell is a mom of four and sold her company for $20 million at age 30. She wants people to openly talk about successes but also failures.
Power Hours
I'm the CEO of Pressed Juicery. I don't prioritize work-life balance or eat bread if I'm not in Paris — here's a day in my life.
Justin Nedelman, the CEO of Pressed Juicery, wakes up at 4:15 a.m. and kickstarts his day with caffeine, meditation, breathwork, and exercise.
I moved from Chicago to San Juan, Puerto Rico. Rent is more expensive here, but the slower lifestyle and great weather make it worth it.
Michael McCready wanted a new home base. He moved to San Juan, Puerto Rico, from Chicago, and now lives three buildings from the beach.
I hated my Big Law career but stayed so I could achieve FIRE in 7 years. It came at the expense of my joy, but I have no regrets.
Kristine Wu strategically saved and invested to retire early from her Big Law job, embracing the FIRE movement and a new, fulfilling lifestyle.
I got a 3% mortgage rate when most people were getting 6%. Assumable mortgages aren't perfect, but it's still a great deal.
By assuming a home seller's mortgage, Gavin Carter got such a low rate — 3% — that he said he doesn't need to work extra hours to cover his monthly payments.
I left the US for Canada. Getting a green card seemed impossible, and the uncertainty overshadowed the positives of living in America.
Sindhu Mahadevan moved to the US as a student but struggled to get a permanent visa. She eventually left for Canada and now feels more secure.
I'm opening a gourmet grocery store in New York City that's gone viral. Here's how I use TikTok to test menu ideas.
Sammy Nussdorf uses TikTok as a marketing tool and focus group to help launch Meadow Lane, a gourmet grocery store in New York City.
For years, I've held up posters and flown aerial banners outside Sun Valley trying to get billionaires' advice. Here's what I've learned.
Dushime Gashugi has gone to the Allen & Co. Sun Valley conference with posters each year for several years, seeking advice and business opportunities.
I work in HR and am a fan of AI. After interviewing with an AI bot, I think it should stay out of job interviews.
I did a mock job interview with an AI bot and felt gaslit. But I think there are HR tasks that can benefit from using AI.
I'm a CEO and prepper. Preparing for the worst case gives me peace of mind at work and at home.
Cody Barbo calls himself a practical prepper. He has enough food and water for two weeks.
I worked at Amazon, Microsoft, and Meta after struggling to land internships. Here are my top tips for getting into Big Tech.
Jay Jung has been a software engineer at Meta, Microsoft, and Amazon. He shared tips for revamping résumés and passing coding interviews.
I was laid off from my product management job at Microsoft at 25. It may have been the best thing for me.
Kosi Pierre-Louis was told he was laid off from Microsoft on May 13. He's not actively applying for jobs right now and considering music as a career.
I left my dad's vet clinic to start a pet health brand — and sold it for millions
James Bascharon started his pet supplement company out of his garage. He sold it to a private equity firm for millions.
I'm a software engineer at Microsoft who was diagnosed with autism and ADHD at 30. It's changed how I see myself and show up at work.
Jade Wilson, a software engineer at Microsoft, received later-in-life autism and ADHD diagnoses. Big Tech networking events can pose a challenge.
I left my stable tech job because I needed a break. I'm using a three-part plan to make sure I'm not blowing up my family's finances.
Leo Robadey, a former tech professional, shares his journey of leaving his job to pursue personal growth through the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage.
I'm an American raising my kids in Norway. Full-time childcare costs $420 for two kids, and I get a $350 a month stipend.
Monica Virga Alborno moved to Norway for work and now is raising her 4 and 2 year olds. She had nine months of parental leave and her husband had four.
I bought a house with my best friend. We turned it into an Airbnb and have made more than $60,000 in 3 years.
Selena Lounds says that owning a home with her best friend isn't all "roses and glitter" but it's been a great investment decision overall.
I'm an Emirates flight attendant. My company moved me to Dubai and gives me lots of perks.
An Emirates flight attendant shares how her initial training in beauty therapy complements her aviation career, job perks, and living in Dubai.
I was laid off at 59, but not ready to retire. I started my own handyman business to stay busy.
Bob Major started his handyman company at age 60, and initially wasn't charging much. He loves interacting with people and working four days a week.