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☆ I moved across the world to live with my son and daughter-in-law. It was a sacrifice, but I wanted to help with childcare.
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-15 | by ( Jane Ridley | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Nan Ray moved from India to live with her son and his wife in America when her granddaughter was 2. It was a sacrifice, but it helped her son and daughter-in-law achieve career success. My granddaughter was a toddler when my husband and I moved permanently from India to the US. In India, it's relatively common for generations to live together, and everybody does their bit to help out. It never occurred to us or my son and daughter-in-law to pay us even the smallest amount for childcare.

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☆ Why best-selling novelist James Patterson loves Substack — and hates AI
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-15 | by ( Peter Kafka | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +8 min

Novelist James Patterson — along with a hardworking group of co-authors — generates multiple books a year. So I think that's kind of cool. I'm going to do a movie about cowboys and circuses! People don't think of them that way. So people ask — "What's the difference between James Patterson working with a group of people to make stuff in the voice of James Patterson and James Patterson using AI for the same thing?"

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☆ 33-year-old brings in an average of $20,910 a month as a voiceover artist: Some days ‘I'm working 4 hours’
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-15 | by ( Gili Malinsky | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +4 min

She'd never considered voiceover work but "I have sort of a policy in my life," she says, "which is, if something is interesting, I say yes to it." She ended up booking the role, which covered the cost of her rent, she says, and realized voiceover work could be a good moneymaking avenue. Carroll has since built up a robust, full-time career as a freelance voiceover actor. "In my first year on Fiverr," Carroll says, "I think I made, like, $60,000. 'Minimum every day I'm working four hours'Carroll has now made nearly $1 million on Fiverr through her work.

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☆ I broke into venture capital at 22 and became a partner by 28. I learned one easy, surefire way to move up the ranks.
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-15 | by ( Suzanne Reilley | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +8 min

Olivia Gaudree started working at Fuel Venture Capital as an intern in her early 20s. She worked her way up the ranks and became a partner in under seven years at 28. AdvertisementThis as-told-to essay is based on a transcribed conversation with Olivia Gaudree, a 28-year-old partner and VP of Operations at Fuel Venture Capital. Networking helped me land my job in venture capitalAt my high school hedge fund internship, I met Maggie Vo, now the managing general partner at Fuel Venture Capital, and got to know her well. Some firms offer entry-level positions within the investment team, but they aren't common.

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If you travel and you haven't looked at your credit card's transfer partners, you might be missing out. There is no right or wrong way to use points and miles you've earned when you use a credit card, and the options are plentiful. Rewards credit cards allow you to earn points or miles on every purchase rather than giving you cash back immediately. Strategically using credit cards this way is a great way to capitalize on your spending, especially if you love to travel like our family does. My favorite credit cards are the most flexible onesWhile debating what type of credit card to open and use to earn points can be daunting, our family loves using credit cards that give you the most flexibility in redeeming those points.

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☆ I'm a psychotherapist who's seeing a spike in election-related anxiety among my patients. Some of them are secretly voting for Trump.
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-15 | by ( John L. Dorman | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

Among his patients, he's seeing election-related anxiety tied to the race between Harris and Trump. This year, he's hearing a range of concerns from his patients regarding both Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump. The result: These folks are overwhelmingly keeping quiet about their political beliefs and voting plans for the upcoming election and are closeted Trump supporters. For many people, their political beliefs are often tied to personal identity. AdvertisementBut by keeping political beliefs hidden, it can affect personal relationships.

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☆ 39-year-old self-made millionaire and former recruiter: 4 things confident negotiators do that help them succeed
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-15 | by ( Bernadette Joy | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +5 min

I know this because I do pay ranges for other people's jobs, and I am well below the median. These tips — my top negotiation secrets as a former recruiter — should help you approach this process with confidence. How do you pick that specific number? When you ask for a specific number, the other party will assume you've done your homework. They almost always include words that would sound awkward or stiff if you read your résumé out loud.

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☆ In the competitive world of pharma, companies need to focus on worker well-being to retain top talent, says Ferring's HR exec
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-15 | by ( Julia Hood | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

She said that Ferring has grown more intentional about focusing on worker well-being, which is particularly important for the highly competitive field of healthcare. What are the benefits for companies focused on worker well-being? We've defined well-being in a holistic way, so it's not just about physical well-being; it's also about mental well-being and financial well-being. What advice do you have for other companies that are just getting started thinking about DEI and worker well-being initiatives? What policies demonstrate your focus on worker well-being?

Persons: —, Johnson, JP Morgan, Ferring, We've, it's, I've, we've, you've Organizations: Ferring Pharmaceuticals, Service, gastroenterology, Johnson, American Express, Pharma, pharma Locations: Swiss, Switzerland

☆ I've underestimated how strong this market's been, says Fundstrat's Tom Lee
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-14 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailI've underestimated how strong this market's been, says Fundstrat's Tom LeeTom Lee, Fundstrat Global Advisors managing partner and head of research, joins 'Squawk Box' to discuss the latest market trends, state of the economy, the Fed's inflation fight, impact of the 2024 election, market outlook, and more.

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☆ I'm the CEO of a remote-first company. I'll never ask my employees to return to the office.
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-14 | by ( Jyoti Mann | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Landau used to be pro-office but says remote working has helped his employees' work-life balance. AdvertisementThe world is my oyster for recruitmentAs the company grew, I became increasingly enamored with remote work. Most Park My Fleet employees are US-based, but we have tech teams in Costa Rica and Israel. I don't think there's anything wrong with in-person office work; it makes sense in certain environments. As an employee who joined a company as a remote worker, it would feel like a bait-and-switch move if the CEO then decided to change the remote work policy.

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☆ Meet these retired sisters in their 60s who live on cruises full-time. They've already spent over 1,500 days at sea.
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-14 | by ( Jill Schildhouse | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Both sisters are retired and single and have collectively spent 1,500 days at sea so far. Each already booked their spots on 2025 Holland America Line cruises that are over 100 days long. "I kept taking cruises of longer lengths — 30 days, then 45, then 80, and learned I liked long stretches at sea," Johnston told Business Insider. Although the sisters don't always travel together, they've collectively spent over 1,500 days at sea — many of them on Holland America Line ships. Without all of that, I have a lot more money to spend on travel," Johnston told BI.

Persons: Jo Johnston, Elaine Durham, —, Johnston, they've, They've, — Johnston, wouldn't, Durham, would've, she's, — they've, I've Organizations: America Line, Service, Business, Holland America, Holland America Line's, BI Locations: America, Holland, Durham, Barcelona, Europe, Canada, New England

☆ I quit Amazon after being assigned 21 direct reports and burning out. I worry about the decision to flatten its hierarchy.
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-14 | by ( Tess Martinelli | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +8 min

AdvertisementIn 2014, I started my career at AmazonI started at Amazon as a senior launch manager in the grocery delivery space. So, I left Amazon to work in HR at Blue Origin, another Jeff Bezos company. Previously in my career at Amazon, I had managed a maximum of three to four indirect reports. Although it was hard, I became a better manager, a better communicator, and a more creative and organized leader. My work felt bureaucratic, and I was so focused on staying on top of each little task that I wasn't contributing to things that were moving the needle.

Persons: Yvonne Lee, Hawkins, —, It's, I'd, Jeff Bezos, Tess Martinelli Organizations: Amazon, Service, Origin, Target, Big Tech Locations: Auburn , Washington, China, India, Europe, tmartinelli

☆ I'm on track to retire at 45. I started my career earning only $26,000 and followed this 4-phase plan.
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-14 | by ( Perri Ormont Blumberg | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +8 min

Cole transitioned from a $26,000 salary to planning to retire at 45 through four phases. In 2012, I got my first job out of college as a social worker, earning $26,000. I moved into a part-time consulting role for my old company and went all-in on building out my financial coaching business, Money Essentials for Women. I've set myself up to retire at age 45 in 10 years, but transitioning from a $26,000 salary to an early retirement plan came in phases. I'm setting up additional income sources to make money when I'm not actively working on them.

Persons: Annie Cole, Cole, —, I've, isn't, it's, I'm, doesn't, you'll, Lauryn Haas Organizations: Service, Women, IRA, FIRE, Independence, lhaas Locations: Vancouver , Washington, asynchronously

☆ Ramses and Marissa hit a roadblock over their sex life on 'Love Is Blind.' Here's what we know about their relationship status.
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-14 | by ( Palmer Haasch | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

Ramses and Marissa are one of the engaged couples featured on "Love Is Blind" season seven. Ramses and Marissa's discussion also has significant reach: Seasons of "Love Is Blind" are viewed by millions of people, per Netflix's own engagement numbers. Here's what we know about where Ramses and Marissa's relationship stands now. While her siblings approve of the couple, Marissa's mom is skeptical and strongly urges the couple to get a prenuptial agreement out of concern for Marissa's future assets. Right now, both Marissa and Ramses are posting fondly about their time on "Love Is Blind" on social media.

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☆ Why Gen Z Loves Expensive Groceries, Treats, and Snack Foods
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-14 | by ( Eve Upton-Clark | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +10 min

In a McKinsey survey in February, groceries represented the top category that Gen Z and millennial respondents said they planned to splurge on, outpacing restaurants, travel, and fitness; in 2017, Gen Xers were the top spenders on groceries, followed by boomers. In June, Bank of America reported that its Gen Z customers spent more at premium grocery stores than any other generation. The trend picked up steam with Gen Z. Millennials and Gen Zers are driving demand for vegetarian and vegan food. In a recent YouGov survey for Whole Foods, 70% of Gen Z respondents indicated they were willing to pay more for high-quality foods. Related storiesTo be sure, Gen Z isn't the first generation to serve up food as a status symbol.

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☆ I tried 3 pasta-sauce hacks from chef Alex Guarnaschelli, and they were all deliciously easy
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-14 | by ( Paige Bennett | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +9 min

The recipes used garlic, sour cream, and tomatoes as bases, and the hacks were all great. Luckily, I spoke to celebrity chef and Food Network star Alex Guarnaschelli, who recommended three pasta-sauce hacks that sounded easy and delicious. Paige Bennett for InsiderFirst, I wanted to try the recipe that involved combining pasta with sautéed garlic, lemon zest, pasta water, oil, and cheese. Paige Bennett for InsiderAs the chef instructed, I blistered the tomatoes in oil in a small saucepot. Paige Bennett for InsiderThe third hack — with tomatoes, Dijon, and balsamic — was my favorite of the three.

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☆ My biggest parenting mistake was making my kids the center of my world. Women need an identity beyond 'mom.'
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-14 | by ( Susan Yem | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

I put my kids above my career and social life, making my whole life about motherhood. Now that my kids are out of the house and I'm alone, I'm struggling to understand who I am. Second, I advise them, especially mothers, not to make their children the center of their world. As my children grow and mature, I'm now working on figuring out who I am without them. But I want all mothers to remember that there will be life after your kids leave.

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☆ The stock market has officially enjoyed a bull rally for over two years. So now what?
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-14 | by ( Dan Defrancesco | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

In today's big story, the stock market has officially enjoyed a bull rally for over two years. The big storyBullish on the bull marketNoam Galai/Getty ImagesHappy belated birthday to the stock market's bull rally! Stock market experts who spoke with Business Insider's Matthew Fox don't see things slowing down anytime soon . In fact, the average bull market lasts longer than five years, so we might not even be halfway to the finish line. The actual stock market is healthier, too, as it's no longer reliant on the Magnificent Seven's performance.

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☆ My daughter hates her name because it's traditionally used for boys. I hope one day she learns to love how different it is.
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-14 | by ( Nicole Johnson | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

My daughter says she wishes she had a more feminine name, but I hope she learns to love it. In the 1940s, there was a television actor named Kyle MacDonnell. AdvertisementI hope one day my daughter loves her name as much as I doWhile a part of me understands why my daughter takes issue with her name, I hope one day she learns to appreciate how different it is. According to The Bump, Kyle was ranked 4,600 for girl names in 2023. "They are also feminine, and no one mistakes them for boys," my daughter has told me on more than one occasion."

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☆ How one of MAGA's brightest stars went from unstoppable to long shot
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-14 | by ( Bryan Metzger | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +9 min

Two years ago, Kari Lake appeared to be on an unstoppable path to becoming the governor of Arizona. Now she's a heavy underdog to Rep. Ruben Gallego in a state where Trump and Harris are tied. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . Combative yet charismatic, Lake was quickly recognized as the most skilled purveyor of Trumpism aside from the former president himself. She wasn't simply imitating Donald Trump but refashioning his political style to fit her own profile as a well-known local TV anchor.

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☆ I'm a tech founder who's had to flee Lebanon. The conflict has spiraled at a terrifying rate, but the tech community is still pressing ahead.
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-14 | by ( Charissa Cheong | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +8 min

It exposed me to the amount of tech talent in the region. I felt guilty about leaving my team behind, but I'm determined to keep platforming tech talent in Lebanon and support the people who want to keep working. Many people don't know Lebanon has a vibrant tech sceneIn recent years, the tech sector in Lebanon has been booming. On multiple occasions, I'd leave Beirut to stay with friends in the mountains during the night. AdvertisementI didn't want to leave Lebanon and my team, but the UK government were urging British nationals to leave.

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☆ This is the best start to earnings season I've seen in a long time, says Jim Cramer
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-14 | by ( Jim Cramer | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

In this videoShare Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailThis is the best start to earnings season I've seen in a long time, says Jim Cramer'Mad Money' host Jim Cramer looks at the recent slate of bank earnings kicking off earnings season.

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☆ I'm an American who has visited Scotland around a dozen times. Here are the 3 biggest mistakes I see tourists make.
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-13 | by ( Mikhaila Friel | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Helene Sula is a US travel blogger who has visited Scotland around a dozen times. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . I've now visited Scotland around a dozen times. Helene Sula said she enjoys spending time outdoors when visiting Scotland. Last year, we visited Scotland in July, and I remember I was wearing a sweater, and I just thought, "This is just heaven because in Texas, I'd be absolutely sweating."

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☆ I cheated on my girlfriend. It's the worst thing I've ever done, but I had to lose her to find myself.
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-13 | by ( Santiago Barraza Lopez | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

I was dating my girlfriend for two years when an old flame came back in my life; I cheated. I didn't understand why I cheated; it came down to the lack of communication in my relationship. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . I learned my lesson in timeMy ex was one of the most amazing human beings I've ever met. Cheating on her is, by far, the worst thing I've ever done.

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☆ I've been to Disney World dozens of times. Its dining plan is a great value for families like ours — especially when offered for free.
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-13 | by ( Matt Cabral | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Fortunately, Disney brought back its dining plans this year, and I find them to be a great value. AdvertisementDisney dining plans come in 2 tiers and include multiple meals and beveragesDisney dining plans with table-service meals included come with dessert. Through this same promotion, guests staying in pricier deluxe hotels could get free standard dining plans. Matt CabralThe paid dining plan is worth it for folks who enjoy Disney's food as much as its entertainment. AdvertisementBefore the dining plan was suspended, Disney also regularly offered deals that allowed guests to get it for free.

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