Tag: personal finance
She Took the Scenic Route — Now Her Travel Blog Makes $2K/Month
When Madison Krigbaum launched her travel blog in 2017, she had no strategy, no audience — and no plans to quit her job and travel full-time. Side Hustle: Travel blogging Revenue: $2,000/month Started: 2017 Featured Quote: “It’s not flashy. It’s not fast. But it’s mine. And that makes all the difference.” “I just knew I…
We’ve Earned $100K Renting Out Our Pool on Swimply — Here’s How
When COVID shut down public spaces in 2020, Crail and Joey did just the opposite: they opened their backyard. Using a shared Google Calendar, neighbors could reserve time in their pool — just to get a break from lockdown life. Side Hustle: Backyard pool rental (via Swimply) Revenue: $100,000+ total earnings Started: 2020 Featured Quote:…
This “Tasker” Makes $1,000/Week Handing Out Flyers for Businesses
Martin De Anda took a flyer gig on a whim. He figured it’d be a one-off — a quick job posting flyers around Los Angeles for a small business that found him on Airtasker, a local gig app where people get paid to complete odd jobs nearby. But that one task led to another. Then…
She Earns $2,000 a Month Doing Laundry from Home — Here’s How
When Melia Long first heard she could earn extra money washing other people’s laundry, she was intrigued — but skeptical. After nearly two decades working in healthcare as a medical assistant, she wasn’t interested in a late-night gig driving around town. Side Hustle: At-home laundry service Revenue: $2,000/month gross, ~$800/month profit Started: 2023 Featured Quote:…
From Higher Ed to Etsy Power Seller: How Emily Odio-Sutton Built a $560K POD Business
Emily Odio-Sutton never planned to become a full-time Etsy entrepreneur. But one night in early 2023, wide awake and doomscrolling through Instagram, she found herself searching for something more than campus emails and student meetings. Side Hustle: Print-on-demand (POD) gifts Revenue: $560K+ in 2 years Started: January 2023 Featured Quote: “Research what sells first— then…
A Risk Management Framework That Actually Works (and Doesn’t Kill Growth)
How Smart Teams Handle Risk Without Slamming the Brakes on ProgressBy Adil S. – June 1, 2025 🧀 Why Risk Isn’t the Enemy – It’s the Whole Game Let’s get this out of the way: if you’re building something meaningful, you’re taking risks. Risk isn’t a mistake in the code; it is the code. Every…
Fantasy Math: How the GOP’s Tax Bill Distorts the True Cost of U.S. Debt and What It Means for Your Wallet
📊 Introduction: The Illusion of “Fantasy Math” The recent passage of the GOP’s “One Big Beautiful Bill” has stirred significant debate. Critics argue that the bill employs “fantasy math” to downplay its true impact on the U.S. national debt. By using optimistic projections and excluding certain costs, the legislation presents a rosier picture than reality….
Smart Budgeting: 7 Proven Tips to Take Control of Your Finances
Introduction Managing your money wisely doesn’t require a finance degree or a six-figure salary. Smart budgeting is all about understanding your financial situation and making intentional choices that align with your goals. Whether you want to get out of debt, save for a big purchase, or simply feel more secure, these budgeting tips can help…
How I Turned $1,000 into $60,000 in 6 Months — A Crypto Journey of Risk and Reward
Six months ago, I was just another tech-savvy guy with a curiosity for crypto and a spare $1,000 sitting in my savings account. I wasn’t looking to get rich overnight — I just wanted to experiment. What followed was a rollercoaster of emotions, sleepless nights, near-misses, and eventually, a life-changing profit that reshaped my financial…