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·Sep 16

Facing the Fear of Launching My ‘Faceless’ Channel

And finding “genuine” success beyond the views — I’ve been having those midnight dreams of YouTube stardom, filled with countless views, droves of admiring subscribers, and that sweet, sweet ad revenue. I’m on the cusp of launching my inaugural “faceless” YouTube channel, and the fear of its potential failure is palpable. …

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Facing the Fear of Launching My ‘Faceless’ Channel
Facing the Fear of Launching My ‘Faceless’ Channel
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·Sep 15

Can a Notepad Be the Most Rebellious Tech of 2023?

Trading touch screens for pen & paper might be the digital detox we all need. — This afternoon, I stumbled across an almost blasphemous YouTube video by a young man named Austin Schrock titled, “This pocket notebook is (slowly) replacing my phone (2023)” and I wondered: In an era dominated by touch screens and voice commands, could there really be a palpable shift towards pen and…

Writing

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Can a Notepad Be the Most Rebellious Tech of 2023?
Can a Notepad Be the Most Rebellious Tech of 2023?
Writing

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·Sep 15

Teen’s Dive into Amazon FBA Reveals Why Retail Arbitrage Isn’t For Everyone

Why he quit after 30 days and $4,000 in revenue — In a world where e-commerce is king, young (and old) entrepreneurs are constantly seeking avenues to tap into this lucrative market. Stephan Yaz, a 15-year-old YouTuber, embarked on an Amazon FBA adventure that promised glittering returns.

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Teen’s Dive into Amazon FBA Reveals Why Retail Arbitrage Isn’t For Everyone
Teen’s Dive into Amazon FBA Reveals Why Retail Arbitrage Isn’t For Everyone
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·Sep 14

Thinking of Starting Your Etsy Journey?

From 41 sales to $770,000. How one YouTuber’s process might be the inspiration you need. — For many budding work-from-home-entrepreneurs, Etsy offers a promise of independence, creativity, and, of course, financial freedom. YouTuber Cassiy Johnson returns to the spotlight on The Idiot Box after her latest video highlights her first-month experience as an Etsy seller.

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Thinking of Starting Your Etsy Journey?
Thinking of Starting Your Etsy Journey?
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·Sep 13

Act Like a YouTube Big Shot, and You’ll Become One?

Is this advice channeling “Field of Dreams” or selling dreams? — Ah, the YouTube echo chamber, where everyone promises that the formula for virality is just a vlog away. Nate Black’s recent video, where he assures you that “Your YouTube Audience Already Exists,” is alluring, to say the least: Act as if you have a massive audience, even if you’re speaking…

YouTube

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Act Like a YouTube Big Shot, and You’ll Become One?
Act Like a YouTube Big Shot, and You’ll Become One?
YouTube

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·Sep 12

Working From the Comfort of Home Sounds Good, Until You Do the Math

Are digital platforms the new sweatshops? — A man named Jon Holstead, with a 72k sub/YT channel under the same moniker, decided to spend a day typing captions for Rev.com, an online platform that offers transcription services, and then share the results on YouTube.

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Working From the Comfort of Home Sounds Good, Until You Do the Math
Working From the Comfort of Home Sounds Good, Until You Do the Math
Work From Home

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·Sep 10

Discover the Tools Iman Gadzhi Says “Will Make You Rich”

With 3.2M subs, we are paying attention — AI technologies seem to pop up every other day, each promising to transform the way we operate. We’re often sold on the idea that AI is the panacea for all modern business challenges. But as Iman Gadzhi, a notable voice on YouTube (3.2 …

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Discover the Tools Iman Gadzhi Says “Will Make You Rich”
Discover the Tools Iman Gadzhi Says “Will Make You Rich”
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·Sep 9

1,000 Job Applications Later: Here’s What One Man Discovered

Results from 1,000 Resume Sends — In the world of finance and economics, data reigns supreme. One enterprising YouTuber, Logical Finance, has taken this credo to heart by launching a groundbreaking experiment. By applying to a jaw-dropping 1,000 jobs, the data collected from this venture has challenged popular beliefs while providing a revealing snapshot of the…

Employment

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1,000 Job Applications Later: Here’s What One Man Discovered
1,000 Job Applications Later: Here’s What One Man Discovered
Employment

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·Sep 9

The Reality of Earning $7 Every Minute with ZoomBucks

A dream too good to be true? — Imagine a world where watching a video could guarantee you $7 every minute. Sounds like the dream, right? That’s the claim that piqued Alston Godbolt’s interest and led him to the corridors of ZoomBucks, a platform advertising exactly that. But does this platform really offer a goldmine, or is it…

Work From Home

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The Reality of Earning $7 Every Minute with ZoomBucks
The Reality of Earning $7 Every Minute with ZoomBucks
Work From Home

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·Sep 8

Shane Hummus Unveils His Top Work From Home Opportunities for 2023

A Mix of Fun, Flexibility, and Serious Cash — With the dawn of the digital age and the aftermath of the global pandemic, work-from-home jobs have become more popular than ever. Shane Hummus, a popular YouTuber with over 500k subs, recently shared some of the easiest work-from-home opportunities this year. Here’s a walkthrough of the treasures he’s unveiled. Online Mystery Shopper for About Face Imagine…

Work From Home

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Shane Hummus Unveils His Top Work From Home Opportunities for 2023
Shane Hummus Unveils His Top Work From Home Opportunities for 2023
Work From Home

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