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☆ An ex-Survivor contestant who brought in five figures from her online business while filming the show explains how she created a lucrative passive income stream in 3 steps
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-27 | by ( Kathleen Elkins | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

The 36-year-old single mom runs an email marketing business. Here's how Wilcox created passive income in three steps. Wilcox started her email marketing business during the pandemic. "Everyone talks about passive income, but they keep growing. Earning passive income doesn't happen overnight.

Persons: —, Liz Wilcox, Wilcox, I'm, Here's, it's Organizations: Service, LAX, Business

☆ A 36-year-old single mom explains how she turned her skill for getting people to open their emails into a business that brings in $40,000 a month
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-25 | by ( Kathleen Elkins | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

That's how ignorant I was," the 36-year-old single mom told Business Insider. I'm used to working with beginners. That's when I thought, 'OK, I'm really on to something.'" "The first two years of the membership, it wasn't overwhelming but it definitely wasn't passive. "More than the money, I really want to do that because I want to show people what is possible.

Persons: —, Liz Wilcox, Wilcox, I'm, she'd, I've, she's Organizations: Service, Google, Business, Netflix, Black, LAX Locations: Destin , Florida

☆ Hollywood trainer Tracy Anderson's famous 'method' is 'uncopyrightable,' a judge ruled
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-14 | by ( Katie Warren | Natalie Musumeci | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Read previewIn a blow to celebrity trainer Tracy Anderson, a federal judge ruled this week that the fitness pioneer's famous exercise "method" is "uncopyrightable." The high-profile fitness guru said in the lawsuit that Roup copied her signature workout, the "Tracy Anderson Method" or "TA Method" — a dance-based workout routine. The order added, "And because the TA Method is uncopyrightable, the Court need not reach the issues of whether the TA Method could be considered choreography and if TAMB [Tracy Anderson Mind and Body] actually owns the copyrights." "We are pleased with the Court's ruling unequivocally rejecting Tracy Anderson's copyright claim, finding that the TA Method is not copyrightable, full stop," Bach said. AdvertisementAnother former trainer said that while she was still working at Tracy Anderson, she was reprimanded by management for merely liking former instructors' Instagram posts.

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☆ The Ancient Art of Calligraphy Is Having a Revival
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-29 | by ( Jenny Gross | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +1 min

“Go more slowly,” Laura Edralin, a calligraphy teacher in London, told me, as she walked around a table of beginners on a recent Wednesday night, explaining how to achieve even, flowing strokes. As a breaking news reporter for The New York Times, I am not used to being told to slow down, nor am I accustomed to writing by hand. Calligraphy, a centuries-old art form, is seeing a surge of interest, including among young people more familiar with coding than cursive. An increase in calligraphy-related posts on social media and the popularity of online classes may have helped drive the trend. On TikTok, where users can find how-to videos or watch clips of experienced calligraphers at work, 63 percent more posts used #calligraphy in April 2024 than in April 2023, according to TikTok.

Persons: ” Laura Edralin, —, calligraphers, Paola Gallegos, Gallegos Organizations: The New York Times Locations: London, Michael’s, North America, Ha Noi, Vietnam, Cusco, Peru, TikTok

☆ The reverse lunge: Strengthen and soothe aching knees with this lunge variation
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-24 | by ( Katia Hetter | Dana Santas | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +7 min

In the case of knee pain, there’s one simple yet effective exercise I favor to help alleviate pain and strengthen the muscles around your knees: the reverse lunge. Common causes of knee pain include:• Osteoarthritis: a degenerative joint disease that results in the breakdown of cartilage. Addressing knee pain often requires a multifaceted approach that may include physical therapy, lifestyle modifications, medication and targeted exercises such as the reverse lunge. How to perform a reverse lungeThe reverse lunge can also improve your core strength. Aaron LockwoodPerforming a reverse lunge correctly is crucial to reaping its benefits and avoiding injury.

Persons: Dana Santas, •, “, ”, Aaron Lockwood Organizations: Pain, CNN, CNN’s

☆ Election officials in battleground Michigan grapple with sweeping voting changes and a presidential election
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-20 | by ( Fredreka Schouten | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +9 min

The state’s highly decentralized system of administering voting means that “Michigan has 1,500 elections every big election day,” said Kyle Whitney, the city clerk of Marquette in the state’s Upper Peninsula. ‘We’re all beginners’The new rules in Michigan flow from a constitutional amendment that state voters approved by a wide margin in 2022 that dramatically expanded access to voting. Miller was elected to succeed the previous, term-limited clerk and is overseeing her first presidential election. Deborah Pellow, the part-time clerk of rural Tilden Township in the Upper Peninsula, is also overseeing her first presidential election this year. The next big test for Michigan comes in August, when voters cast primary ballots for congressional, state and local offices.

Persons: Michael Siegrist, Joe Biden, Donald Trump, tabulators, Biden, ”, Kyle Whitney, ” Whitney, Brennan, ‘, “, ” Lori Miller, Miller, “ It’s, Deborah Pellow, Pellow, Adam Wit, –, Shira Roza, Carlos Osorio, Angela Benander, Joycelyn Benson, Jacqueline Beaudry, ” Benander, ‘ We’re Organizations: CNN, Ferrari, Republican, Trump, Brennan Center for Justice, Wolverine State, Biden’s, Michigan’s, Democratic, Michigan Association of Municipal, Michigan Locations: Michigan, Canton Township, Antrim County, Marquette, Wolverine, Livonia, Detroit, Wayne County, Tilden Township, Canton, Harrison, Warren , Michigan, Ann Arbor City, Tilden

☆ In Dubai, this English teacher ditched the 9 to 5 to lead treks across the desert
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-17 | by ( Leah Collins | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +6 min

A few years later she turned it into a business called UAE Trekkers, running weekend hikes while she continued teach English in the week. A lot of people don’t realize that there’s so much nature here – they’re blown away.”Amy Subaey, founder of UAE Trekkers. From this, UAE Trekkers developed a “student- centered” approach that caters to new hikers, from the classroom to the trails. UAE Trekkers’ hikes include a sunset trek across the Liwa desert in Abu Dhabi, a location used in “Dune Part Two.” UAETrekkers FZ LLCPlanning aheadBut even hikes aimed at beginners can require extensive planning. UAE Trekkers’ certified guides provide hikers with coaching on how to prepare for treks, what to bring and how to make the most of the experience.

Persons: Amy Subaey, “, ” Subaey, ” Amy Subaey, Subaey, I’m, “ There’s, ” Organizations: CNN, United Arab Emirates, UAE, Warner Bros, ’, Subaey Locations: Minnesota, Bahrain, Egypt, Dubai, UAE, Dubai Subaey, Hatta, Sharjah, Fujairah, Oman, Abu Dhabi, Lima

☆ 'The deals are going to come': A real-estate investor with over 40 years of experience shares the 2 financing strategies he used to build up his portfolio — and the best way new investors can start sc
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-12 | by ( William Edwards | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Preparation and being in the right place at the right time is how he said he's built up his real-estate portfolio in Erie County, Pennsylvania, over the last four decades. Throughout his real-estate investing journey, many of Miller's deals came about through seller financing and being at the right place at the right time. Another financing strategy Miller employed to build his portfolio was using a hard-money lender. "Hard-money lending is probably something that's going to help you grow your portfolio faster than any other thing," Miller said. "Most of these programs range anywhere from a hundred percent financing all the way up to 105% financing, depending on the state."

Persons: Joel Miller, he's, Miller, Miller —, —, Miller's, Jeff Welgan, Freddie Mac's, Welgan Organizations: Business, Facebook, Housing Act Locations: Erie County , Pennsylvania, New

☆ Europe’s best long-distance hiking trails
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-10 | by ( Joe Minihane | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +12 min

Slovenian Mountain Trail, SloveniaMountaineers climbing ridge on Triglav mountain, Slovenia. Enrique Ugarte/Moment RF/Getty ImagesIt’s no surprise that the Slovenia Mountain Trail has become so popular. Laugavegur Hiking Trail, IcelandInaccessible during winter, Iceland’s ethereal Laugavegur Hiking Trail opens between July and September, drawing in committed hikers from across the globe. The 55-kilometer (34-mile) route is best done over four days, giving time to tackle the challenging terrain and take in the views. Sheep’s Head Way, Cork, IrelandThe Sheep's Head Way explores Ireland's wild Atlantic coast.

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☆ A woman who lost 55 pounds by making 2 simple changes shared 10 fat loss lessons she learned
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-06 | by ( Rachel Hosie | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

This time, she wanted to get healthier and lose weight in a way that was sustainable. Tjelle's experience is a reflection of how approaches and attitudes toward weight loss are changing. Tjelle, now 30, shared the 10 fat loss and fitness lessons she's learned during her journey. Walking is great for fat loss"Walking was by far the most effective exercise for weight loss early in my weight loss journey," Tjelle said. You won't always feel motivatedFor the first few months of her weight loss journey, Tjelle really didn't want to go to the gym, she said.

Persons: —, Megan, Tjelle, she's, Megan Tjelle, Patience Organizations: Service, Business, Research Locations: Chicago, Seattle Sutton

☆ Sam Ash Music Stores to Close After 100 Years In Business
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-03 | by ( Michael Levenson | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: 1 min

Sam Ash, the family-owned chain of music stores that supplied countless beginners and working musicians with guitars, drums and other instruments, is closing all of it locations after 100 years in business, it announced this week. Derek Ash, whose great-grandparents, Sam and Rose Ash, opened the first Sam Ash store in the Brownsville section of Brooklyn in 1924, said the company’s 42 locations could not compete in the era of online shopping. In March, Sam Ash announced it was closing 18 locations, with the hope of buying the company time to survive, Mr. Ash said. But he said that closing all the stores ended up being a “necessity.”“A lot of this has been the move to online shopping,” Mr. Ash, the company’s chief marketing officer, said in an interview. “There are so many choices, and to maintain a store with that much selection is very difficult.”

Persons: Sam Ash, Derek Ash, Rose Ash, Ash, Mr, ” Locations: Brownsville, Brooklyn

☆ How to buy your first luxury watch
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-03 | by ( Christy Choi | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +9 min

Learn the lingoJust like buying a car, there are some technical terms prospective watch buyers can benefit from knowing. Parts of the watchCrown: Small knob found on the side of the watch used to change the date and time. Automatic movement: A mechanical watch that does not need a battery to move, it relies on movement from the wearer to wind. Buy a watch for the right reasons and consider what you need from itDon’t get sucked into hype around a watch. See if the designer made any othersWhile on the lookout for a watch to wear to his wedding, Pang saw a six-figure Audemars Piguet watch.

Persons: you’ve, it’s, Patek Philippe, Cartier, Vacheron Constantin, Sotheby Asia’s, Joey Luk, Charles Frodsham, “, ”, Johnathan Chan, you’re, Helbert Tsang, Tim Stracke, don’t, Luk, Carlos Pang, Pang, Gerald Genta, Chan, … Organizations: CNN, Rolex, Horology, Facebook, IWC, ” Locations: haute, Hong Kong, Geneva

Learn moreWhen making espresso at home, choosing the best espresso machine can be tricky, and serious espresso drinkers have a reputation for being particular. With its built-in grinder and simplified brewing system, the Café Affetto provides an easy shot of espresso packed with flavor. GE Café Affetto Automatic Espresso Machine This small but all-encompassing automatic espresso machine pumps out brew that's twice the quality of similar machines' while taking up half the counter space. Of course, the quickest and easiest option is a pod machine, like the Nespresso CitiZ Original Espresso Machine. Dylan Ettinger/InsiderThe Café Affetto works as advertised — the built-in grinder and straightforward controls make brewing espresso as easy as pushing a button.

Persons: Affetto, Dylan Ettinger, Read Organizations: Business, GE, Breville, Express, Machine Locations: Jura, Sur

The viewing situation is complicated, so we've broken down everything you need to know about how to watch MLB live streams. How to watch MLB in the USRegarding national games, ESPN, TBS, FS1, and the MLB Network will be your go-to. If you don't have cable, this means it's time to try a live TV streaming service, like Sling TV or Hulu + Live TV, to tap into the national broadcasts. Sling TV Subscription For just the essentials without any extra fluff, Sling TV is the streaming service you're looking for. Hulu + Live TV Hulu + Live TV includes over 90 channels, along with Hulu's on-demand library and access to Disney Plus and ESPN Plus.

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☆ This is the easiest way for newbies to start investing, financial experts say
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-18 | by ( Greg Iacurci | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +5 min

For many people, investing is a necessity to grow one's savings and provide financial security in retirement. A 'fabulous, simple solution' for beginnersTarget-date funds, known as TDFs, are the simplest entry point to investing for the long term, according to financial pros. TDFs are based on age: Investors choose a fund based on the year in which they aim to retire. Other 'solid choices' for novice investorsInvestors who want to be a bit more hands-on relative to TDF investors have other simple options, experts said. Investing is not a game where the guy with the 160 IQ beats the guy with 130 IQ.

Persons: Warren Buffett, Berkshire Hathaway, Christine Benz, Lee Baker, Baker, Carolyn McClanahan, Benz, Charles Schwab, Rowe Price, it's, McClanahan Organizations: Getty, Berkshire, Fidelity Investments, Morningstar, Apex Financial Services, Investors, Benz, Planning Partners, Fidelity, Vanguard Group, BlackRock, Finance, Young Locations: Atlanta, Jacksonville , Florida, U.S

☆ 8 red flags that indicate clothes won't last long, according to style experts
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-06 | by ( Mykenna Maniece | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

Anakumka/ShutterstockYou've probably got a sweater in your closet that used to be the softest thing in the world but now is an itchy nightmare. If that's true, you also probably didn't read the garment tag before you bought it. But what fabrics are good, and what fabrics are bad? Natural fibers include materials like silk, cashmere, cotton, wool, and linen. "It's a really great resource for beginners just to learn about the fabrics of clothes," she said.

Persons: Shutterstock You've, it's, Welch, Jennifer Wang, Wang Locations: Toronto

☆ I quit my blue-collar job and grew 2 ecommerce brands to over $1M in revenue. I finally have financial freedom.
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-01 | by ( Perri Ormont Blumberg | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

I commuted two hours a day to a dirty, physical job and felt unfulfilled. E-commerce fit all these requirements, but besides selling digital albums on iTunes, I had zero experience trying to sell anything. I got started on YouTubeOne night, I found a nearly five-hour-long YouTube video tutorial on private-label brands by Dan Vas. AdvertisementI looked for products to sell that had a balance of great sales potential and low competition. Try not to fall victim to shiny object syndromeAt the beginning of my e-commerce journey, I started three other brands that didn't pan out.

Persons: —, Sydney Bencriscutto, Dan Vas, Dad, Robert T, Ryan Stephens Organizations: Service, Business, iTunes, YouTube Locations: Milwaukee

☆ ‘No Beginners Allowed’: A Midwestern Paradise for Skiers Who Dare
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-15 | by ( Tim Neville | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: 1 min

Feathery flakes had fallen the last 16 hours, luring every powderhound in a 100-mile radius. Given how remote this place is, that means maybe 300 skiers and snowboarders. With no wind the snow crystals had stacked up along the spindly hardwood limbs in lines as delicate as a haiku. Indeed, Hokkaido, Japan, might be the only other place I’ve ever skied that could match these conditions. To those in the know, this ski area, seven-hours from the closest major airport in Minneapolis-St. Paul, is legendary.

Persons: Paul Locations: Hokkaido, Japan, Bohemia, Michigan, Minneapolis, St

☆ 3 underrated pieces of gym equipment you should be using to build muscle and take your gains to the next level
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-06 | by ( ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

But you might be less acquainted with a variation using the trap bar, which has a hexagonal shape (which is why it's also known as a hex bar). Despite looking a little funky, the trap bar can make it easier and safer to deadlift, according to Stonehouse. "The advantage is that you get to stand in the middle of the weight instead of behind the weight," Stonehouse said. Advertisement"Even if someone is really good with a barbell deadlift, as I increase weight, I like to try on a trap bar first," he said. Battle ropes build strength and raise your heart rate at onceBattle ropes offer a dynamic workout to build strength and stamina at once.

Persons: Steve Stonehouse, Stonehouse, deadlift, it's, It's Organizations: Business Locations: Stonehouse

☆ How to build muscle and burn fat with less work, according to a personal trainer
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-03 | by ( ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

A simple, sustainable routine can be an effective way to build muscle and burn fat with less time and effort, said Adam Enaz, a personal trainer and dietitian specializing in fitness transformations. Too much cardio can be a waste of time if you want to build muscle. A concept called progressive overload is key to getting great results lifting weights, Enaz said. Eat enough food, especially proteinIf you're working hard in the gym but not seeing results, you might not be eating enough to build muscle. Eating more won't necessarily build muscle tissue any quicker, and can lead to fat gain instead.

Persons: Adam Enaz, Enaz, dietitians, Bobby Liu, it's Organizations: Research Locations: London

☆ An 83-year-old neurosurgeon who does triathlons has 3 tips for younger people who want to be as fit and healthy as him
▼ + stars: | 2024-01-30 | by ( Serafina Kenny | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

The 83-year-old turned his health around decades ago and now competes in triathlons. The neurosurgeon shares 3 tips for younger people who want to be as fit as him. Since then, Maroon has completed eight Ironman Triathlons and placed second in his age category for the 2022 National Senior Games triathlon. AdvertisementMaroon shared his tips for younger people wanting to be as fit and healthy with BI. Address the balance in your lifeFinding a balance between work and family commitments has also been key to Maroon improving his fitness.

Persons: Joseph Maroon, —, Maroon, Adia Callahan, BI's Gabby Landsverk Organizations: Service, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, WWE, Global Aging Consortium

☆ The Nicest Place on the Internet
▼ + stars: | 2024-01-21 | by ( Deb Amlen | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +1 min

New York Times Games — which includes the Crossword, Spelling Bee, Wordle, Connections and more — has a devoted fandom. But I think the word “community” is a better way to describe them. I told my readers that Wordplay was a party, and that everyone was invited. Wordplay began talking directly to beginners, because I knew that every day new people pick up crosswords for the first time. The more experienced solvers rose to the occasion in the comments, and began helping beginners find their way.

Persons: Sam Corbin, Caitlin Lovinger — Organizations: New York Times Games, Times

What is loud budgeting? The idea with loud budgeting is to simply empower more people to be comfortable with speaking up about the financial goals that are most top of mind right now. Compare offers to find the best savings accountDoes loud budgeting work? Regardless, loud budgeting can help you mentally reframe a missed opportunity into a positive action you're taking to meet a long-term goal. Meet our expertsAt CNBC Select, we work with experts who have specialized knowledge and authority based on relevant training and/or experience.

Persons: begrudgingly, Elizabeth Schwab, Schwab Organizations: CNBC, Behavioral Economics, The Chicago School, Google, Android, CNBC Select's, Facebook, Twitter

☆ Level up your next walk by focusing on this one thing
▼ + stars: | 2024-01-13 | by ( Terry Ward | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +6 min

Breath work can help initiate the body’s parasympathetic response, which helps us to relax by calming down awareness during stressful situations. Incorporating breath work with a walking routine can increase the function of your breathing muscles so they won’t get tired as quickly. There’s no definitive statement of why (nasal breathing) is good,” he said. And don’t forget that other types of breath work beyond walking have health benefits, too. “There are no real side effects or downsides to breath work.

Persons: Michael Fredericson, ” Fredericson, Fredericson, ”, “, Patrick McKeown, ” McKeown, McKeown, Daniel H, Craighead, it’s, ” Craighead, you’re, ” Terry Ward Organizations: CNN’s, CNN, Stanford University, codirector, Stanford Center, Longevity, “, Oxygen, Aging Laboratory, University of Colorado Locations: —, Japan, University of Colorado Boulder, Florida, Tampa

☆ I'm a professional baker. I tried 3 boxed chocolate cake mixes to see which is the best.
▼ + stars: | 2024-01-05 | by ( Alana Al-Hatlani | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

As a professional baker, I don't often use boxed mixes, but I appreciate how easily they bring a cake together. I tried Duncan Hines, Pillsbury, and Betty Crocker cake mixes. Alana Al-HatlaniI think premade mixes are great for beginners gaining confidence around the kitchen and also for last-minute cake "emergencies." To find the best grocery-store cake mix, I made the Pillsbury's Moist Supreme, Duncan Hines' Perfectly Moist, and Betty Crocker's Super Moist versions of devil's food cake. The cake layers were baked on the center rack of my oven and mixed according to the directions on each box.

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